Articles written by Kelly Gilliam

Outlining the three main techniques home gardeners can utilize to ensure their open-pollinated and heirloom seeds comes true year after year.

Oct 2, 2010 - Kelly Gilliam

In part three of these articles on choosing your first spinning wheel, a selection of questions are asked for the beginning spinner to consider when making the purchase.

Sep 14, 2008 - Kelly Gilliam

Having a professional photographer to take care of your photography needs will save time, money, and give you a great product to benefit your business.

Aug 27, 2008 - Kelly Gilliam

We look at the basics of knitting math and how to create stitch ratios so that you can substitute yarns not called for in a pattern in order to obtain the correct gauge.

Oct 5, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

Brenda Dayne discusses with us her muses and getting funding for her podcast in part II of this interview.

Oct 5, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

A discussion of the age old distinction of art versus craft. How does knitting and crochet fit into these terms?

Oct 5, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

A few tips, tricks and ideas on how to keep your stash organized, easy to get to, and in step with your home decor.

Oct 5, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

The first in a series of articles where we look at knitting, crochet and fibre arts podcasts.

Oct 3, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

An interview with the host of the wonderful knitting podcast, Cast On, Brenda Dayne. Part I of II.

Oct 3, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

The necessity and nuisance of knitting/crocheting that swatch and obtaining the right gauge so your project comes out perfect.

Oct 2, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

A discussion of yarn weight, the differences of yarn weight, and what needles or hooks to use to obtain the right gauge.

Oct 2, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

A review of the latest knitting book by Kay Gardiner and Ann Shayne entitled "Mason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide"

Oct 2, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

Vegan choices for crafters within knitting and crochet can be difficult to find, but there are options out there for vegan fibre artists. I interviewed some vegan knitte

Oct 2, 2007 - Kelly Gilliam

Free form knitting and crochet is a spectacular way to branch out in your craft, a way to push boundaries, create unique pieces, and create your own art.

Sep 17, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

Knitting or crochet can be that small amount of time we have to sit with our own thoughts and reflect on the finer points of life.

Sep 10, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

This writer's favourite thing to do while knitting: pop on a favourite film or an old film noir and knit like the wind.

Sep 3, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

Discover the world of secret pal knitting, crochet, and spinning swaps. Geared towards crafters that keep their identities secret and swap goodies in the mail.

Aug 24, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

The trials and fears of trying to knit, crochet and spin with a repetitive stress disorder in your wrist.

Aug 10, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

An open letter to my readers - the perils of knitting and moving at the same time.

Aug 3, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

There seems to be a limbo of knitting patterns. Not quite trendy enough to have an abundance of stylish knitting patterns, but trendy enough to have people try.

Jul 20, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

A review of the Summer 2006 Knitty.com magazine. Patterns, articles and KnittySpin reviewed.

Jul 6, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

Summer knitting and crochet - patterns, yarns to use, and why you shouldn't put down the hooks and sticks for half of the year.

Jun 25, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

An informational book, journal, and keepsake all in one, this journal is meant to inspire, organize, and inform knitters.

Jun 9, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

Whether you call it vintage, retro, or historic, making antique knitting or crochet patterns can be a greatly rewarding experience. Includes many free patterns to make!

May 8, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

A bit about Mother's Day - its origins, and some ideas and inspiration for knitting your own gift for your mother.

May 2, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam

The story and introduction to how this knitter learned the craft.

Mar 14, 2006 - Kelly Gilliam