A Book Review | Sistah Knit by R.L. Chisolm
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Black Makers Exist In All Crafts | Let’s talk Embroidery
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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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 …
I’ve got the sweetest hangover
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 …
Diversity in Crafting | Does Ethnicity Matter?
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 …
That time I tried embroidery and liked it
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 …
Dear Yarn Shop Owner….
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. …
Four Purls presents Hangout with GGmadeit
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 …
Meet and Greet at Knitty City
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 …
After Christmas Specials
Christmas has come and gone and I survived. I pray your Holidays were all you desired! I can’t believe this year is coming to an end! It was like I blinked and it was Christmas time. Some of the best sales happen after Christmas so I have a sale for you too. I have been …