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    Overhead Filming – Setups for any space or budget

    When I started this blog and decided I wanted to try my hand at video tutorials I ran into one major roadblock. How do you get that nice overhead shot when filming? I tried angling my tripod down as far as it could go, I tried tying it sideways to a table and working on […]

  • The Ash Beanie Crochet Pattern

    The Ash Beanie was designed shortly after I released my stocking for markets and busy season guide. I released that after I told you all what sorts of patterns you should be using to make finished products, that I didn’t have a ton of patterns that met those requirements. I named this beanie after the […]

  • Easy Crochet Towel Topper

    One of the first patterns I shared on my blog was my beginner towel topper. That was over two years ago. In the last two years of making these cute towels, I have found different ways to make them. I want to share this new tutorial for my easy crochet towel topper which is the […]

  • Basic Boot Cuffs Crochet Pattern

    This basic boot cuffs crochet pattern works up quickly and they are perfect for markets. I have been wanting another quick low cost make for my markets in addition to scrunchies (I use Mollie of White Owl Crochet Co’s scrunchies pattern BTW). Boot cuffs seemed like an easy choice! I looked online for a simple […]

  • Amber Beanie Knitting Machine Tutorial

    My Amber Beanie is another version of my Bon-fire beanie. I use a different row count and found a new yarn I love using on my Addi, For this tutorial I will be using my Addi Express – King sized. My Crocheters Can Knit Too blog post covered how the Addi knitting machines have forever […]

  • Arbor Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern

    The Arbor Ear Warmer crochet pattern is perfect for market stock. It uses a Lionbrand yarn that is widely available in many shops, and works up quickly. Quick makes are a must for market prep and this pattern is just that. I will be making tons of these for my cold weather markets next market […]

  • Magnolia Toque Crochet Pattern

    I am so excited to share my new Magnolia Toque Crochet Pattern with you all. Ever since I made Ashley of A Crafty Concept’s Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy Headband pattern for my last market, I have been obsessed with the lemon peel stitch. This is such a simple stitch repeat that gives gorgeous results. I […]

  • How to Build Stock for Markets and Busy Season

    Hands down my number one asked question about markets is “How do I prep for one?”. You may have heard me answer this in Tuesday Talks in the Ash and Tay Facebook group, or even on Instagram lives before, but I wanted to get a good well laid out plan for you all to follow. […]

  • Loops and Thread Knitting Machine Review

    Ever since I published my first blog post on knitting machines, I have been consistently asked about the quality of Michael’s Loops and Thread Knitting Machines. It is much cheaper (only $35 with a 50% off coupon for Michael’s) compared to the $200+ Addi king that I love and adore. To be honest the loops […]

  • 2019 Fall Market Vlog – Farm Girl Flea

    Market vlogs are probably my favorite thing about market season. I have been flooded with DM’s from people asking when my next vlog will be out, and I am happy to say it is finally here! If you’re just here for the video content, scroll down and start watching! If you want some deeper insight, […]