The quintessential first knitting project is the garter stich scarf. It only requires one stitch! Garter stitch! Despite this being a very simple scarf, it …
DIY Easy Garter Stitch Scarf
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Sewing Journal #1: Sewing Machines are Frustrating
Welcome to the first entry in my sewing journal! Sewing is a science and an art. Most of all, it’s very hard. But, I’m determined …
How to Read Knitting Patterns
Knitting, much like music, painting, and crocheting, comes with its own language with a mountain of terms and abbreviations that might leave you wondering, “How …
Knitting Glossary and Abbreviations
Knitting, much like music, painting, and crocheting, comes with its own language with a mountain of terms and abbreviations that might leave you wondering, “How …
Beginner’s Guide to Knitting
I was convinced to begin knitting years ago when one of my college classmates did a persuasive speech on why I should. Her powerful words …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 4: Josiah Chowning’s Tavern
Chy and I stopped at Josiah Chowning’s Tavern for lunch. The Colonial-inspired pub brings you back in time with its “authentic alehouse atmosphere” and choice …
Don’t Give Up on a Plant: Reviving my Bay Laurel
When I first started gardening, I would prune my plant too much or rip it out of the ground or pot and start over. I …
Alchemy Garden Journal Entry 23: As Winter Approaches…
We had such a warm summer last year that I didn’t expect to get so many chilly nights. I live in Zone 7b where winters …
Alchemy Garden Journal Entry 22: Creating Fall Beauty
10/10/2020 Gorgeous, lumpy pumpkins, vibrant golden colors, and heavenly spiced delicacies are what make autumn my absolute favorite season. Time to wrap up my spring-summer …
Alchemy Garden Journal Entry 21: Relaxing!
8/25/2020 As summer progressed and the weather ran its course, I noticed that after every single storm or crazy weather, the garden flourished. Even the …