Many months ago, more or less out of the blue, I was struck with the idea to make thank you cards with a bunch of tanks on the front. They were to say “Many tanks” inside. I talked about them to everyone I know. Everyone said that would be adorable! (My friends are nice people.) […]
Category: Crafts
Simple Sewist Succeeds with Stripey Slipcovers
Ah, nothing like alliteration on a Sunday morning afternoon. I’ve gotten back to sewing and learned something valuable. I wish someone had told me this from the beginning! Striped fabric is the way to go for those of us who are straight-hem challenged. Specifically, an upholstery-grade striped canvas. No stretching, no slipping around and built-in […]
Bjork’s New Video Inspires Crazy Lady to Knit
All morning, the internet was talking about Bjork’s video for “Crystalline.” Friends were linking and commenting. All the music types are in a tizzy. I’m going to be woefully uncool for a second here, guys: All I could think when I saw the screengrab was oh, how I’d love to knit that thing around her […]
Knitting for Your Neck (Summer Edition)
This was a post originally written for ReadyMade.com’s 30 Days of Creativity. But ReadyMade is no more (seriously sad news), so here it goes. I-cord necklace! As a knitter, there’s some expectation that I make things for people. I’m fine with the occasional baby hat or booties. They’re quick! But to be totally honest, there […]
Best Ever
Dog raincoat on ReadyMade right now. Do I use the pink umbrella or the red, stripey one? And who’s going to take responsibility for texting me this weekend asking if I’m working on this so that I’ll be guilted into it? And finally, will Jazzy J wear it? (I think she will because the material […]
Layla Schlack 