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Continue reading →: Classic Rib Christmas Bauble
“She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple.” — Proverbs 31:22 Introduction There’s something timeless about the way yarn and hook can bring warmth and beauty to even the simplest of shapes. The Classic Rib Christmas Bauble evokes the nostalgia of handmade holidays —…
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Continue reading →: Harvest Rib Pumpkin Pattern
A Common Threads Pattern At Common Threads, we believe that handmade things carry with them not only warmth but also gratitude. Each stitch represents time, care, and intention—woven together into ornament for hearth and home. The Harvest Rib Pumpkin is more than just a seasonal decoration; it is a reminder…
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Continue reading →: Hands that Give: Stitching Compassion One Soap Sack at a Time
“She stretches out her hands to the poor,and reaches forth her hands to the needy.” — Proverbs 31:20 The Gift in Your Hands Every skein you unwind, every loop you pull, every knot you tie is more than a craft, it’s a gift placed in your hands to be given…
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Continue reading →: Sweet Liberty Coaster
Freedom of speech is a sacred gift. As makers, mothers, teachers, and citizens, we are uniquely positioned to speak truth—with both courage and kindness. In a world of noise and uncertainty, our voices can carry comfort, wisdom, and peace when we root them in truth. “She opens her mouth with…
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Continue reading →: River View Cowl: Inspired by the St. Lawrence River
There’s a moment in early spring on the St. Lawrence River, at the border of NY and Canada, when the wind rushes off the water, carrying hints of lavender skies and sapphire waves. That’s when I reach for yarn and hook, drawing inspiration from the ripples, chill, and color palette…

