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Doing the Right Thing – Power to the Yarnie

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“The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” — Dr Martin Luther King Jr

Doing the Right Thing - standing against racism by Jessie At Home - Pin 1

Starting several weeks ago various members of the Joy Creators/Stitch Ambassadors for Spinrite/Yarnspirations/Red Heart started sending emails to Spinrite asking them to take a stand against racism and make and implement an actionable plan to ensure inclusion and anti-racism in their company and in those they choose to represent them. These emails fell on deaf ears.

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Free Crochet & Knit Patterns and Yarn Delivery to Keep You Occupied & Mystery Yarn Giveaway!!

| Accessory, Beads, Blanket, Crochet, Home Decor, Knit, Round Up, Yarn

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So….times are…interesting right now. We’re all about to spend quite a bit of time isolated. Some of us will be isolated with a few others, some, not so much. There is so much to worry about, we need something to keep us occupied. Thankfully, if you are reading this, you most likely know how to knit or crochet. So, I’ve put together some free patterns and a list of yarn and supply delivery for you.

Free Crochet & Knit Patterns and Yarn Delivery to Keep You Occupied by Jessie At Home
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Mosaic Knitting – One color per row technique!

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The Beginner’s Guide to Mosaic Knitting by Melissa Leapman teaches a one color per row technique making mosaic knitting more approachable. If you’ve been a bit intimidated by mosaic knitting in the past, then this technique is a great way to give it a go!

You will find a giveaway for a copy of Mosaic Knitting at the end of this post. The giveaway ends on 2/18/20.

Mosaic Knitting - One color per row technique! - Book Review from Jessie At Home
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Slow Fashion Made Fast – Knit up some awesome creations in your spare time!

| Accessory, Book Review, Crafts, Knit, Winter

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Slow Fashion Made Fast includes 12 knit designs for the advanced beginner that can be made from one night to a weekend. These designs by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands are fashion forward and will make wonderful gifts to yourself or a loved one.

At the end of this review you can enter to win a copy of Slow Fashion Made Fast. Giveaway ends January 7th, 2020.

Slow Fashion Made Fast knit book review from Jessie At Home
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Space Knits for all! Mini Knitted Cosmos Book Review & Giveaway

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Space knits are just the thing we need in out geeky household. Mini Knitted Cosmos by Sachito Ishii is full of patterns for space lovers of all ages. This book has everything from stars to planets to animal astronauts to aliens. Stick around to the end of this post for a chance to win your own copy of this awesome book!

Space Knits for All - Mini Knitted Cosmos review by Jessie At Home
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