It seemed like a good idea to try knitting with acrylic yarn. It’s cheap and available. And those seem like two of the most important factors in any new hobby decision. Because, if I could not get the needles to manipulate the yarn, no need for expensive yarn and needles.
As it turns [...]
Jan
11
2010
11
2010
Acrylic Yarn is Yukky
Nov
28
2009
28
2009
Cotton and Other Natural Fibers
Pretty much all the textiles that I purchase are cotton. I have eczema. So there isn’t a lot of room for deviation. I used to find my limited fashion choices more annoying. But since I discovered, gasp, that I can actually sew garments for myself, my choices have expanded.
Cashmere goats by [...]
Nov
5
2008
5
2008
Table Linens
I found some tablecloths on sale. It seems as though I have just purchased table linens. But actually, the last time I purchased tablecloths was when we moved into our house – in 2000.
I was able to find a nice gold Provencal pattern.
Oh, and I found complimentary chair cushions too. Yeah.
