Black Sheep Crafts
@blacksheepcraftshop.com
An erstwhile local fiber arts shop from Des Moines, IA. Now existing only on the internet.
Gratitude and grief can and often do live as neighbors, even roommates. It's been such a joy and honor to create a space that so many of you have told me felt welcoming and safe to you. I wish I could fully express my heartache (and guilt) over that loss.
Happy Father's Day + Anniversary to my favorite Black Sheep. The best poo-poo face to Lucy & the best at unconditionally loving his boys (human and cat). BSCS wouldn't have existed if not for you (thank you/sorry?). Also this post is longer & sappier in metaland. @husky-du.bsky.social
Someone over at @blacksheepcraftshop.com is kind of a big deal... You can read the article with a free account (sorry!) www.wsj.com/arts-culture...
The Year’s First Blockbuster Movie Also Spawned a Hit Sweater
The snag is: You have to knit the fox-emblazoned cardigan Ryan Gosling wears in “Project Hail Mary” yourself.
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You Can Crochet a Fully Articulated Giant Praying Mantis ... WOW! 👉 tidd.ly/9ba41449 - designed by Jenna Wingate #crochet #amigurumi #etsy #affiliate #fiberart
I can't take credit for the sign, but am open 10-4 today for craft + community.
It's been rough, but you helped me through. What better way to celebrate late-stage capitalism than with a sale code referencing my favorite dystopian novel? An extra 40% off holiday kits applies automatically as well! 🧶🪡 #desmoines #fiberarts #lys #sale #happynewyear
As an elder millennial, I gasped when I saw these official #fragglerock cross stitch kits from Spot Colors! I'm beyond excited I can offer them at the shop. Dance your cares away (clap clap)! 🪡🧶👏🏻 #crossstitch #desmoines #fiberarts #millenialnostalgia #genxnostalgia
Merry Christmas Eve! We are open today from 10-1 if you need a last-minute gift card or stocking stuffer. Home for the holidays and need a project to boost your calm? We have lots of great beginner-friendly and intermediate kits that include all you need! 🎄🧶🎁🪡 #desmoines #iowa #fiberarts
This is the real war on Christmas. Choose love, not ICE. Our new ad with @protectdemocracy.org is airing in cities across the U.S. this week. Go to LoveNotICE.org to join us in demanding that ICE stop their attacks on our neighbors. #LoveNotICE
For Jesus’ birthday this year, he’s asking for affordable housing, universal healthcare, and for people to stop using his name to explain why they’re being cruel to strangers.
Come on down to Historic Highland Park today for the Holiday Shop Hop! 🧶🪡🎁
And Now For Something Different ... A Christmas Wreath Made From Brussels Sprouts Amigurumi - knit and crochet patterns to make your own! 👉 tinyurl.com/b9a77typ #knitting #crochet #handmade #christmas #diy #home #decor
I finally finished my husband's golf sweater and had to dust off my old golf diatribe in celebration. All my love to @husky-du.bsky.social who always supports my interests with way less snarky than I do his. 🧶🏌🏻♀️⛳
Golf Handicaps: Socialism for Rich White Guys
MGAA: Make Golf American Again
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Something new for the holiday season starts today. First up: chickpea noodle! 🧶🧵🪡🍲🥣
You know where we stand. Today only, 15% online with code NOKINGS. Bring your protest sign or wear your resistance shirt to the shop for the discount as well!
Discount applied automatically, in store and online!
Registration will open up in the website at 5pm Friday!
Aside from the standard measurements for sock height, foot length, and circumference, this chart provides average numbers for the length of the heel, toe, and the sole, excluding the heel and the toe Download a copy of this chart for free www.10rowsaday.com/sock-size-ch... #knitting #knit #crochet
Sorry for the change! Today's travel now has me arriving home too close for comfort...
New classes up on our website for September and October! 🧶
Swatching for gauge (Trump method). 1. Knit swatch 4 inches square. 2. Claim swatch is 6 inches square. 3. Do not block swatch. Blocking is woke. 4. Measure gauge. 5. If gauge is off, smash ruler. 6. Claim ruler was made by Biden. 7. Gauge is now correct. 8. Continue to not release Epstein files.
