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Finished Projects:
Wandering Cable Cowl by Purl Soho (free pattern)
Blank by Kim Hargreaves
Anyday Vest by Lily Kate France
Works in Progress:
Tri-Cable Stitch Jumper by Susan Crawford
What I’m Wearing:
Winter Field sweater by Dee Hardwick
Chatter:
Haul of Dee Hardwicke fabric
Haul of Rifle Paper Co. fabric
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Finished Objects:
Tri-Cable Stitch Jumper by Susan Crawford
Madeline by Kim Hargreaves
Works in Progress:
Lin by Martin Storey
What I’m Wearing:
Simplicity 8591
Madeline top
Chatter:
Yarn haul
Future project plans
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Finished Objects:
A Taste of Lace by Lily Kate France
Year 2020 Finished Objects:
Mary, Queen of Scots by Alice Starmore
A Taste of Lace by Lily Kate France
Be Thankful by Lily Kate France
Rizzo Blouse by PoisonGrrls
Happy Holidays! Sending you all the love, joy, and peace. -Constance
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Works in Progress:
Vanilla Latte by Virginia Rose-Jeanes
Tri-Cable Stitch Jumper by Susan Crawford
What I’m Wearing:
Chatter:
Give Love Christmas KAL prize: Tiny Toadstool Cottage
Discount Code: CONSTANCE10
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Finished Projects:
The City Shawl by Georgia Farrell
Vanilla Socks (no pattern)
Butterick 5466
Works in Progress:
Tri-Cable Stitch Jumper by Susan Crawford
What I’m Wearing:
Simplicity 2444 (out of print)
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Lily Kate Makes YouTube channel
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My thoughts, prayers, love, and hope are with Andrew, Andrea, and Madeleine during this difficult time.
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Finished Projects:
Florence Shawl by Emily Platzer (sponsored by Fancy Tiger Crafts)
Rizzo Blouse by Poison Grrls (sponsored by Fancy Tiger Crafts)
Works in Progress:
The City Shawl by Georgia Farrell
What I’m Wearing:
Chatter:
Give Love Christmas KAL
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Finished Projects:
Mary, Queen of Scots by Alice Starmore
Butterick 5895 (out of print)
Works in Progress:
Florence by Emily Platzer (sponsored by Fancy Tiger Crafts)
What I’m Wearing:
Avenham cardigan + Butterick 5895
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Find me:
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Finished Objects:
Be Thankful by Lily Kate France
Simplicity 2444 (out of print)
Works in Progress:
What I’m Wearing:
Simplicity 2444
Sartre by Georgia Farrell
I’m Black. Everyday. All day. Every second of the day.
I’ve come to my blog to write because the overload of commentary on Facebook and Instagram has been much. However, I am grateful that more voices are being added to the conversation. I just felt so drowned.
The murder of George Floyd seems to be the straw that broke the camel’s back. I know it felt that way with me. Why? Because this is nothing new, but it was like “When is this going to stop?” I spoke with friends and family. We went through so many emotions. Rage. Anger. Sadness. Hopelessness. Despair. Fear.
I’m from a predominantly Black town in southern USA; yet, the state is fraught with racial tensions. We were taught our history heavily by our Black teachers, leaders, and family. It is for that reason that I know the injustices against Blacks in this country go so far back. Very far. But, for the sake of time I’ll say Emmet Till’s horrific death led to the Civil Rights Movement. More would die. Are still dying. George Floyd’s death has re-energized the movement as we boldly state, “Black Lives Matter!”
Yet…it makes me so sad that my mother who turns 70 on July 26 is asking me and others where the protests are being held because she wants to join. She’s been going through this her entire life. She shouldn’t have to. It makes me sad that my nieces and nephews are joining in the movement and don’t have the luxury to just be children. Yet…it also gives me courage because they are willing to fight for a better future. That is hope.
How does this connect with the fiber arts? As the first statement of this post states, I’m Black. I don’t have the luxury to escape into my knitting, sewing, etc. Even when I’m creating something that brings me joy, I’m simultaneously aware of the injustice. When people come to my platforms and find inspiration from my crafts that makes me so happy. The appreciation and unity we have for the arts has always brought me such joy.
Now, I’ve been getting an influx of followers due to this unrest. I’ll admit I don’t know how I feel about this. I have NEVER wanted to be the token black girl. Please don’t make me a token.
ETA: Although I appreciate people wanting to support a Black crafter, I hope that people are here for my creative content. This will be the main focus of the page. However, I will share resources for racial justice from time to time.
