Hook and Gauge Size is Important

Hook and Gauge Size is Important

Many new crocheters and knitters don’t realize just how important hook or needle size or even gauge is. I learned the hard way. My son was starting a website called Nova Scotia Days. He asked me to sew him up some masks in Nova Scotia Tartan to sell on Etsy as...
Why do I Crochet? Many Reasons!

Why do I Crochet? Many Reasons!

Why do I crochet? Many reasons, here are a few! I am a creative type. It seems I need to be making things, it could be anything from freezer jam to a pair of knitted mittens. I picked crochet because it is my favourite pastime, well favourite next to reading. I...

Growing Herbs Indoors to Enhance Your Culinary Skills

With everyone stuck in their houses, people are beginning to lean toward new ideas in the culinary arts by growing herbs indoors. There is nothing the smell of fresh basil in the kitchen. Suddenly the dried basil in a jar is not so tempting. Growing your own herbs...