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The Art of Tapestry Weaving|Review
The Art of Tapestry Weaving instructs you to be more free-form with your weaving and how to follow a cartoon.
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7 Rigid Heddle Weaving Books You Need in Your Reference Library
Rigid Heddle Weaving books are available to help you learn your new weaving art. This is a list of the books that I have found most helpful.
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Ashford Sampleit Rigid Heddle Loom – Product Review
Because the Ashford Sampleit rigid heddle loom is inexpensive and compact, it is an ideal first loom. I use one for quick projects and sampling. The loom is sturdy and easy to handle.
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Buyer’s Guide to Rigid Heddle Looms
Buyer’s Guide to Rigid Heddle Looms outlines things you should consider before you buy a loom. Some features facilitate your weaving and others don’t.
Keto-Friendly Recipes
Delicious Sausage Soup with Peppers and Spinach is #1
This sausage soup with peppers and spinach falls into my category of comfort food. Serve this keto-friendly soup for an appetizer or lunch.
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Creamed Spinach – Keto-Friendly
This creamed spinach can be a dip or a side dish. Pair this side dish with your favorite entree. Or, use it as a dip with kale chips.
Roasted Chicken with Butter and Herb Rub
Serve roasted chicken at your next Sunday gathering. We all love the convenience of store-bought rotisserie chicken. But, is it healthy?
Crochet
7 Crochet Christmas Stockings
Christmas Stockings are a family tradition. Now is the time to crochet stockings for your family.
Abandoned UFOs – A Crafter’s Number 1 Plague
Abandoned knitting AKA abandoned ufos, is prevalent at my home. How about yours? Abandoned knitting projects are called UnFinished Objects or UFOs, and projects you are regularly working on are called Works in Progress or WIPs.
Essential Tracker Sheet for Knitting or Crochet
Do you lose track of your rows when you knit or crochet? Then, this free Tracker Sheet for Knit or Crochet is what you need.
Knitting
7 Best Basic Sock Knitting Books
Many knitters fear sock knitting. To me, sock knitting is fun and magical. The magical part happens when I am turning a heel.
I am creating this list of my favorite sock knitting books, hoping that more knitters will learn to knit socks. Trust me; once you knit a pair of socks, you will be hooked.
7 Important Knitting Yarn Questions Answered
One of the most important decisions you must make when knitting is what knitting yarn to use for your project. The yarn you choose has everything to do with how your finished project looks and stands up to time and wear.
7 Knitted Christmas Stocking Patterns
These seven knitted Christmas Stockings contain a variety of patterns, so there is something for everyone. Some simple ones ideal for beginning knitters, others you can personalize for your family and friends, and other fun styles.
Weaving
Introducing Diagonal Weaving on a Square Loom
Diagonal weaving utilizes the Continuous Strand Method – You create the warp and weave the weft as you go. Diagonal weaving creates a bias-woven fabric. This type of fabric drapes well and resists unraveling.
Tapestry Weaving – Book Review
Tapestry weaving can be as colorful and fun as you want to make it. You will learn basic and advanced tapestry techniques.
Weaving with Little Handmade Looms – Book Review
The handmade looms are easy to make with materials you can find around the home, such as cardboard, paper, pins, wood, and nails. Perfect for crafting on the go.
Lifestyle
5 Best Indiana Cities for College Students
The best 5 Indiana cities for college students are Bloomington, Indianapolis, Marion, Muncie, and South Bend.
These Indiana cities have plentiful opportunities for students to study and find jobs. In addition, all 5 cities have vibrant communities that make it easy for students to socialize with fellow peers and meet new people.
What is Ketosis?
Ketosis is a process that happens when your body doesn’t have enough carbohydrates to burn for energy. Instead, it burns fat and makes things called ketones, which it can use for fuel.
Easy to Use Ketone Breath Meter Compared to 2 Other Testing Methods
After trying all of the methods below for testing ketones, I preferred using a Ketone Breath Meter. I found that a breath meter was easier than testing my blood or using urine strips. This ketone Breath meter is an easy-using and self-monitoring device for individuals following on a keto life. In addition, a ketone breath meter saves you from finger pricks and awkward urine strip testing.
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The Art of Tapestry Weaving|Review
The Art of Tapestry Weaving instructs you to be more free-form with your weaving and how to follow a cartoon.
5 Best Indiana Cities for College Students
The best 5 Indiana cities for college students are Bloomington, Indianapolis, Marion, Muncie, and South Bend.
These Indiana cities have plentiful opportunities for students to study and find jobs. In addition, all 5 cities have vibrant communities that make it easy for students to socialize with fellow peers and meet new people.
Weaving Big on a Little Loom|Review
Little loom or frame loom weaving isn’t only tapestry or plain weaving. You will learn that the size of your loom doesn’t have to restrict your weaving. But you will also learn about creating sustainable textiles. Also, Fiona reminds us that we need to get back to natural fibers, undyed or naturally dyed, to lower the environmental impact. Fiona Daly shows us eight ambitious projects in her new book, Weaving Big on a Little Loom.