The Blog of Making Stuff
An old-school craft blog since 2022.
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The Long Journey to a Sustainable Sticker Product
A behind the scenes look at the research and testing that helps me develop new sustainable products for my small business.
Emergency Stitch Markers for Knit and Crochet
If you’re crafting while traveling or just don’t have enough stitch markers for the project you’re working on, try these backups!
The Pattern Stash Challenge: Intro and Guidelines
A different kind of stash challenge for anyone who buys patterns and pattern books and immediately forgets what’s in them.
The Best Things in my Brain, February 2026
This month: Alternate Kitchener methods and why even scientists can’t find one perfect organization method.
Converting a Flat Stitch Pattern into the Round (and Vice Versa)
Yes, you can just start knitting away and see how it comes out, or you can follow these tips to save yourself frustration.
The Best Things in my Brain, January 2026
This month: A cozy mystery rec and an introduction to crocheting with gradients.
My Favorite Lotions for my Winter (and Yarn Crafting) Eczema
No sponsorships or affiliate links — these are products that truly work for me.
My 2026 Crafting Goals
Year Two of stating my crafting goals on the internet for all to see.
Did I Meet my 2025 Crafting Goals?
Mostly! But I learned a lot more than I expected when I set them.
The Best Things in my Brain, December 2025
This month: Last minute gift ideas for crafters (or yourself) and a little old-school Muppet magic.