The Blog of Making Stuff
An old-school craft blog since 2022.
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The FOlio (Finished knits and what I learned from them)
Proofing 101 (A special series on proofreading for knit and crochet designers.)
Craft and DIY Tutorials (non-knitting)
The Crafting Life (short essays on making)
FOlio Fest Day 5: My Fully Custom Hat
In support of the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
FOlio Fest Day 4: The Helmet Hat (aka The Lake Placid Hat)
In support of the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
FOlio Fest: Warm Hats, Warm Hearts
I am rounding the year out with FOlio Fest, 12 blog posts over the next four weeks which will combine both my love of hats with an attempt to bring awareness to nonprofit organizations helping displaced and/or unhoused people.
Stash Busting DIYs: Upcycling a Fitted Bedsheet into Pajamas
You don’t have to rip out all the seams, I promise.
Proofing 101: Designers Are Proofing It for Themselves
How to get fresh eyes on your work when yours are the only eyes available.
The FOlio: Peplum Swag Jacket
My first major alteration of a pattern – and likely the one that started me on my way towards tech editing.
Stash Busting DIYs: Patio Furniture Cushion Straps
Do you have trouble keeping your patio furniture cushions in place? Here’s a quick and easy way to secure them.