I am and will forever be a KnitStar. There I said it and I finally feel it in my heart. Agreeing to be a knitstar, was the moment I decided to love me. Let me explain, I have a story to share. Four years ago, Shelley Brander asked me to be a KnitStar and my […]
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What makes a book good to you? Is it the characters, the time period or the style of writing. Come read my thoughts on Sistah Knit
A Book Review | Sistah Knit by R.L. Chisolm Read More »
Yesterday Blk Makers Matter featured me on their Instagram Maker Monday feature. I was so proud and then instantly annoyed. Why annoyed GG, is that your question? Last I checked anyone with hands can make whatever they decided to learn to make. I don’t understand why as a Black person, we have to claim a
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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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Hangover GG? Yup I got a LOVE hangover, and I don’t a want a cure for this! Ok so I’m sure you are like what in the ham sammich are you talking about GG? Hahahahahaaa let me tell you about my EPIC weekend. Let’s start with the Lolabean Yarn CO Trunk Show at String Thing
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Diversity is defined this way “the condition of having or being composed of differing elements : variety; especially : the inclusion of different types of people (such as people of different races or cultures) in a group or organization. programs intended to promote diversity in school’ according to Webster. The moment I upgraded my Logo the issue
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Embroidery is something other people do, if you ask me. What you didn’t ask? LOL well since you are here, let’s talk. I can honestly say I can’t tell you the difference between cross stitch, needlepoint and embroidery, nope I can’t. So when Becca suggested I try, I politely said ok, knowing I had no
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Dear Yarn Shop Owner, we love you and your business. For some of us there is nothing like the rush of visiting a local yarn shop. Most of us will willingly blow our budget for some new yarn. Quite a few of us have made life long friends at your fiber filled place of business.
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Four Purls is a fantastic yarn shop in Winter Haven Florida. You guys remember when I was in Florida and fell in love right? Well they, Four Purls, are hosting a Hangout with GG day on May 19th. Wait did you read that properly? I am going to Florida! Laura and JD (the owners) invited
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Knitty City hosted a Meet and Greet for little ole me last night! What is Knitty City, is that your question? It’s one of the most popular yarn shops in NYC. If you find yourself in NYC please go visit and tell them GG sent you. Nancy from GettingPurlyWithIt has always asked if I wanted
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