This post contains affiliate links. I’m not usually a fan of pattern books. I much prefer books that include techniques and other skill building activities. That’s why when Sixth & Spring Books sent me a review copy of Classic Elite Shawls, Wraps & Scarves: 20 Ideas * 3 Ways, I put it aside before looking through it … Read more
Today is the last day of Hispanic Heritage Month and also the end of this year’s interview series. Here’s a recap in case you missed some of the interviews. All photos are used with permission. (Click on the photos to link to the interviews.) Karla Sandoval, the Mexican crochet designer behind Cute Little Crafts. … Read more
Today, I’m interviewing Paula Prado, a multi-talented Chilean yarnie. Paula can be found online in her Etsy shop, De Origen Chile, her website, and on Flickr. All photos are copyright De Origen Chile. Click on photos to link to the product pages on Etsy. Underground Crafter (UC): How did you learn to spin, knit, and dye? … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. Today’s Hispanic Heritage Month interview is with Cirilia Rose, a Mexican-American (and Italian/Irish-American) knitting designer, author, and creative director. Cirilia’s work has been published in magazines including Interweave Knits, twist collective, and Vogue Knitting, as well as books such as The Knitter’s Book of Socks, November Knits, and Weekend Hats, and by several … Read more
Today’s interview is with fellow New Yorker, Diana Rivera. Diana is not only a crochet and knitting designer and yarnie, but also a mixed media artist and poet. You may also know her as Craftaholic or Arte y Poemas. Diana can be found online on her website and blog, Arte y Poemas. She’s also on Ravelry … Read more