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More great reads
I’ve just finished 2 audiobooks by different authors, both of whom are outstanding storytellers. They provided wonderful background to my crocheting, knitting and sewing of late. The first one I finished happened to be the kick off of a series (think Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot), by Louise Penny, titled “Still Life”. It’s set in modern…
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A trick or treat treasure
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Just say no (craft show review)
As serious fiber artists / artisan crafters, let’s “Just Say No” to cheapening our efforts by trying to sell the things that we make in a market that is never going to respect them for the time, talent, creativity and effort that we put in. Let’s raise the bar, elevate the standard, and stop desperately…
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In between the stitches
Fiber arts are well-documented as supportive activities, but we must take care not to saddle ourselves with unrealistic and unnecessary expectations. I am getting better about practicing acceptance of the time issue, as well as embracing my own unique style. My wreath doesn’t look like the wreaths being modeled on social media, and that’s OK.…
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Spooky fiber arts
In recent years, I have come to love crafting for Halloween as much, if not more, that the Christmas season. I’m not sure why. Maybe it’s the lack pressure around gift acquisition. Plus, there’s less pressure to decorate – although many of us do like a spooky front yard. Overall, it’s a fun holiday with…
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The science of reflection
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A Joann’s kind of vibe
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Education, training, or just another money grab?
I have been digging into the back story on a popular fiber arts product that went VIRAL after being on Shark Tank. I have been exploring this recent phenomenon and started with their origin story. According to available public information, the founders left high-profile jobs (one at Google UX and the other at Deutsche Bank/Wall…
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A question of value(s)
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No answers
