Marcia Farrell3 days ago4 minWinding yarn Winding yarn can be tricky if you've never purchased yarn in a hank form. And, it can also be a time-consuming endeavor, even if you are...
Marcia FarrellMay 52 minIs it time for summer projects yet?Living along the Great Lakes means that we are no strangers to unpredictable weather trends and springs that vacillate between cold...
Marcia FarrellApr 194 minGiving CreditAttribution and crediting designers, photographs, yarn dyers, and a number of readily available internet footage is a bit of a...
Marcia FarrellApr 153 minTribute to Dr. Heidi Hosey-McGurkA few minutes ago I learned of the passing of one of the greatest mentors I have ever had the fortune to know and work with: Dr. Heidi...
Marcia FarrellApr 72 minLocal Yarn Store DaySome of you have already experienced the fun of LYS (Local Yarn Store) Day in the past. Others of you may only be hearing about LYS Day...
Marcia FarrellMar 311 minThank you from Mom and the rest of usAs many of you know, my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in early February. Since then, she has endured several hospital stays...
Marcia FarrellMar 304 minBehind the Scenes: Ordering YarnOne of the questions that people often ask me revolves around the ordering and shipments of yarn, many of them assuming that I receive...
Marcia FarrellMar 223 minThe Chosen ParentsThis week's blog is a little different and doesn't have much (or any) to do with yarn. Rather, I want to write about my amazing parents...
Marcia FarrellMar 172 minNational Crochet MonthAbout a year ago, I was researching fiber-based holidays when I discovered that March was National Crochet Month. Founded by the Crochet...
Marcia FarrellMar 102 minWomen's History Month and the Lowell Mill GirlsIn the nineteenth century, New England textile mills recruited young daughters of farmers as workers. These women were generally between...
Marcia FarrellMar 51 minSupporting UkraineLast weekend, Casapinka designed the beautiful Ripples Make Waves hat--a free Ravelry pattern download--in support of the people of...
Marcia FarrellMar 34 minCrafting a Way through StressFirst, I want to thank so many of you for your support and kindness. As many of you already know, a member of my household received a...
Marcia FarrellFeb 262 minGetting Ready for SpringAs we head towards March, many find themselves growing more and more antsy as we wait for the beginning of spring, especially as the snow...
Marcia FarrellFeb 172 minGIFT CERTIFICATE CONTESTSThanks to a dear friend who donated them, Habetrot's Wheel will be holding TWO gift certificate giveaways! LUCK OF THE IRISH GIFT...
Marcia FarrellFeb 153 minSpring/Summer EventsYes, I know; thinking about spring and summer events is probably not on your radar. Honestly? Not really on mine, either, because I'm all...
Marcia FarrellFeb 92 minCrafting to Relieve AnxietyNever has using craft as a tool for controlling anxiety been so paramount in my life. I think I've shared with all of you before that...
Marcia FarrellFeb 32 minBlack History Month and FiberThe history of fiber and fabric arts in the United States is inextricably linked to Black history and particularly the history of slavery...
Marcia FarrellJan 301 minImbolc/Candlemas Sale--One Week Only!The start of February marks the halfway point between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It's also the traditional celebration...
Marcia FarrellJan 252 minBerroco Sock Hop Have you seen the info regarding Berroco's February Sock Hop? Berroco Yarn is hosting a virtual Make-along throughout the month of...
Marcia FarrellJan 192 minChallenging OneselfI crave challenge. And while I do meditate, I don't typically enjoy meditative craft projects for very long with the exception of...