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February 6, 2020

People Are Knitting the Weather to Track Climate Changes Throughout the Year

For many of us, it can be hard to wrap our heads around the abstract concept of climate change. One woman decided to take matters into her own hands for her New Year's Resolution and give herself a way to visualize how the weather was changing in her hometown. Josie George is putting her knitting skills to good use by creating a scarf where each row represents the temperature and weather of her town.

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October 7, 2019

Crafty Mom Crochets Amazing Head-to-Toe Halloween Costumes for Her Kids

Crafter Stephanie Pokorny creates the best Halloween costumes for her kids. Pokorny, also known as Crochetverse, produces pop culture-inspired ensembles for her boys using crochet techniques. Each full-body outfit is crafted with fine details and special touches like real lighting that's embedded within the designs. For Halloween 2019, Pokorny has just fashioned Skeletor from Masters of the Universe and a Xenomorph from the Alien film franchise.

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September 21, 2019

Adults Are Filling Drawings with Calming Patterns Instead of Just Coloring Them In

The adult coloring book craze has been around for many years and inspired busy grownups to take a moment and create—without deadlines or expectations. But if you're an avid colorer who's looking to change up your creative routine, we have something new to try: a zentangle. Like coloring, zentangle art is easy to do and offers a relaxing way to engage in art-making.

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