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Throwback Thursday | Let’s Talk First Projects

Throwback Thursday is here so let’s go back to your very first project. The craft doesn’t matter, just think back to the first time you attempted to make something, ok? Most of you know that I am a proud graduate of YouTube University! LOL In other words I am a self taught knitter. I learned […]

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Work In Progress | How Many WIPS are Too Many?

Work in progress Wednesday is here once again and I have a question. How many WIPS are too many? I know I talked about this before, but I really want to know. At what point do you say, that’s it’s I am not casting on another thing? You guys remember when I did 3 sweaters

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Body Conscious | Does Your Body Drive Your Pattern Choices

This body is mine. I was today years old when I decided to accept that fact. What does this have to do with pattern decisions GG? Is that your question? Well my answer is EVERYTHING! As you know I am blessed in the chest AND I could stand to lose a pound or two…so once

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Summer Weight Yarn | A Story About Cotton

Cotton can be used at anytime, but I promise I love a cotton piece when the temps rise. I currently have my eye on a dress, yes a knit sleevless dress!! Do you have a favorite lightweight yarn? What do you use most for your summer knits? I can remember not knowing that you could

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Stand in the Gap | Commit to Change

If you are reading this, you know the world is literally and figuratively on fire. I mean here we go again, another hashtag started trending and we all witnessed the horrific murder of George Floyd. You have to agree that things must change As stated in a previous post, I couldn’t just knit no matter

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Why I can’t “just knit” |The story of a black knitter during civil unrest

I am a black knitter who is currently struggling to knit. What does me being black have to do with me knitting, is that your question? My answer is EVERYTHING! It has been 10 or more days since I clicked on a video and watched a black man murdered. It has been 10 or more

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3 reasons why I will remain a monogamous knitter

I am a monogamous knitter and that will not change.🗣 I am loyal and will not divide my heart, ever again! Continue reading to find out why. Those of you that have been around for a bit, know I go from project to project with ease. You also know, I am often blown away by

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Do you know the GGmadeit Story?

I love a good story and I assume you all know mine. I have been knitting for approximately 11 years. My parents have been gone for 8 years and that is when I really starting knitting daily. Benjamin Levisay was kind enough to invite me again. The first time was Stitches West and more recently

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How to donate a mask without making a mask

We all need a mask now, who saw this coming? I know I didn’t. When it became clear that EVERYONE would need to wear a mask, I’ll admit I panicked. I think you all know I work from home, so I was/am good: however my baby had to go to the outside. I was all

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