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My first sourdough bread!!! So excited!!! #sourdou

My first sourdough bread!!! So excited!!! #sourdough

Next on the needles! #patriotichat for #thepeoples

Next on the needles! #patriotichat for #thepeoplesmarch January 18, 2025!
Yarn is from #muststashyarn approximately named #oldglory #onestitchonevoice

My goal is to make 10 hats in the next 9 weeks. How many will you make? Let me know in the comments below!

My son’s sweater was the 5th #riddarisweater mad

My son’s sweater was the 5th #riddarisweater made this year. He is very tall with long arms! I had to extend both the sleeves and body - he would have benefitted from short rows too! There is always a next time!

His sweater was authenticated because it travelled with us to #iceland but he will primarily wear it hiking in the #pnw

Pattern: #riddarisweater
Wool: #letlopi by #istex

Today I get to show off my #riddarisweater! Workin

Today I get to show off my #riddarisweater! Working with #letloppi wool is a delight! I made a few adjustments to the pattern on my sweater, shortened the length in the body (because I was running out of time before the trip to #iceland) But, these colors made me super happy and I felt great in the sweater! Thank you to all the #icelandicsheep - your wool is amazing!!!

This is my pretty sister who is the best planner a

This is my pretty sister who is the best planner and travel navigator! She found the most unique places to see in #iceland. She always has a smile and is ready to say “cheers” to anything!!! So lucky to have this one in my life! I love you, @kesley.365!

Her #riddari was the third one I made and realized that adding short rows will help keep the neckline from pulling on the neck. She picked really pretty colors,too!!!

Pattern: #riddarisweater
Wool: #létloppi by #istex

My Mom deserves a call out too for her service as

My Mom deserves a call out too for her service as a military spouse. She is truly the hostess with the mostest! An amazing interior designer. And one of the hardest working women I have ever met. She raised 5 children and was an elementary school teacher - she really likes kids!!!

She is wearing her #riddarisweater that I knit on our trip to #iceland. She really picked her colors well and I think she looks beautiful!

Her sweater is made from #letloppi wool from #istex using the #riddari pattern

A huge thank you to my father for his service to t

A huge thank you to my father for his service to this country! A #westpointmilitaryacademy graduate (class of 1961), 100% disabled veteran, cancer survivor, and best Dad in the world who thoroughly supports his daughter’s wool addiction!

He is sporting the #riddari sweater I made him for our #iceland trip this summer.

Where we visited a grocery store and bought wool!

Thank you Dad! You are very much appreciated!!!

Just a few stats to show how hard everyone worked

Just a few stats to show how hard everyone worked to make an idea become a reality!

#onestitchonevoice #hatsforharris #vote #patriotichat #craftivism #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses

Starting the day with a thyroid cancer survivor ch

Starting the day with a thyroid cancer survivor check-up! Wearing my patriotic pin and #harriswalz2024 pin by @maryengelbreit

🧶 of course I have my stress knitting with me too!!!

If you have not voted, 🗳️ today is the last day!!!

#hatsforharris #onestitchonevoice #kamalaharris #patriotismisfeminism #craftingwithjoy #getoutandvote

Join us behind the scenes as we prepare for the Wo

Join us behind the scenes as we prepare for the Women’s March! In this video, we’ll take you through the exciting process of sorting, bagging, and preparing handmade hats from crafters across the country. You’ll see how we connected each hat with its creator, ensuring that every recipient knew who made their unique piece. From organizing our supplies to the heartwarming moments at Freedom Plaza, this journey is all about community, creativity, and empowerment. Don’t miss the emotional exchanges as we hand out these special hats and share the stories behind them!

✨Watch step by step video instructions for how to make your own hat on my YouTube channel (link above)

#WomensMarch BehindTheScenes #HandmadeHats #Community #Empowerment #Crafting, #SocialActivism #Creativity #MarchingTogether #Inspiration
#onestitchonevoice #hatsforharris #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses

❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 Stitching Solidarity: Distr

❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 Stitching Solidarity: Distributing Patriotic Hats at the Women’s March!

Join us as we celebrate the spirit of community and creativity at the Women’s March!

🧶 In this heartwarming video, we share our experience distributing beautifully crafted Patriotic Hats, each one handmade with love by our talented members. As we handed out these vibrant hats, we took a moment to connect each recipient with the story of their hat—sharing who made it, whether it was knitted or crocheted, and including a special note that highlights the creator.

🥁 Together, we marched not just for ourselves, but for the incredible individuals behind each stitch.

🍿 Watch as we weave our voices into a tapestry of unity and empowerment! (Video Credit: Kesley’s husband, Mike!)

#OneStitchOneVoice #WomensMarch #PatrioticHats #CraftingChange #KnittersForACause #CrochetCommunity #StitchingSolidarity #EmpowermentThroughCreativity #craftingwithjoy #hatsforharris

✨ Back in 2017, I wore this hat to protest what

✨ Back in 2017, I wore this hat to protest what was said about my body. Now, in 2024, I’m wearing it again—not just for myself, but for all of us. I’m standing up against what has been done to our bodies and our patriotism. With my vote, I’m reclaiming our power! Let’s make our voices heard together! 💪🇺🇸 #TakeItBack #Empowerment #YourVoteMatters #craftingwithjoy #onestitchonevoice #hatsforharris

🎃👻 Happy Halloween, everyone! As we enjoy

🎃👻 Happy Halloween, everyone!

As we enjoy this spooky season, let’s keep our hearts warm with kindness and creativity! 🧶✨

I love this time of year because it reminds me of the magic we create together. Just like crafting a Patriotic Hat, each small act can make a big difference! As we prepare for the Women's March on November 2nd and the Election on November 5th, let’s keep knitting and crocheting our hats.

Together, we can celebrate our voices and support each other on this journey to our first female president! 🙌❤️

What are you working on? Share your projects in the comments!

#onestitchonevoice #halloweenjoy #knitforchange #DoSomething #knitting #TogetherWeRise #Crochet #HandmadeHats #WomenEmpowerment #KnitForChange #PatrioticCrafts #VotingRights #SocialJustice #WomensMarch2024 #CraftingWithJoy #KamalaHarris2024 #KnitHats #HandmadeWithLove #HatsForHarris #PatrioticHat #knittersofinstagram #crochetersofinstagram

Get out and vote! 🗳️ ❤️🤍💙 Join us

Get out and vote! 🗳️
❤️🤍💙 Join us at the Women’s March November 2nd 🧶 where we will wear our Patriotic Hats - if you would like to knit or crochet one, I can teach you!

🍿 Patterns and full step-by-step tutorials are on my YouTube channel - link in bio above!

#onestitchonevoice #womensmarch #voteforher #kamalaharris #washingtondc #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #knittingaddict #iloveknitting #homespun #sustainability #fairislesweater #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #colorwork #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses #feminism #feminismispatriotic

The moments spent with your adult children are so

The moments spent with your adult children are so special! Visited my boy in the PNW. He took me to see all the best places! This is the top of Angel’s Rest! If you know that hike, then you know.

#motherson #motherslove #theboy #hikingpnw ##portlandoregon #vancouverwashington #angelsresttrail

Join me in making Pom poms! Longer video is on my

Join me in making Pom poms! Longer video is on my YouTube channel - click on the link in my bio!
#hatsforharris #onestitchinevoice #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #knittingaddict #iloveknitting #homespun #sustainability #fairislesweater #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #colorwork #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses

Assignment completed! Get out and vote!!! 🗳️

Assignment completed! Get out and vote!!! 🗳️ my vote is cast and I am with her!!! Don’t forget to wear your Patriotic Hat!!! #hatsforHarris #assignmentcompleted #understoodtheassignment #dosomething
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#knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #knittingaddict #iloveknitting #homespun #sustainability #fairislesweater #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #colorwork #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses

🌟 Calling all Swifties! 🎶 Join us for a spec

🌟 Calling all Swifties! 🎶 Join us for a special live YouTube event where we’ll guide you step-by-step through crocheting your very own Patriotic Hat! 🇺🇸✨ We’ll share tips, tricks, and all the inspiration you need to get started on this fun project.

Link to YouTube in bio above!

This event is part of our Hats for Harris initiative, where we create patriotic themed hats to support women's rights and Kamala Harris at the Women's March. Every stitch counts, and together we can make a difference! Bring your yarn and hooks, and let’s create something amazing together for a great cause! Don’t miss out—mark your calendars! 🧶❤️

#SwiftiesCrafting #LiveCrochetEvent #HatsForHarris" #knitting #Crochet #KamalaHarris #WomensMarch2024 #HatsForHarris #CraftingWithJoy #Activism #Craftivism #GetInvolved #DoSomething #MichelleObama #Unity #WomenEmpowerment #HandmadeHats #SupportOneAnother #TogetherWeRise #CreativeActivism #MakeADifference #CommunitySupport #PatrioticCrafts #Sisterhood #EmpoweredWomen #HatsAgainstInjustice #KnitForACause #CrochetForACause

A new chapter! #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagr

A new chapter!

#knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #creativityfound #handmade #makersgonnamake #fashion #livecreatively #craftingwithjoy #knittingaddict #iloveknitting #homespun #sustainability #fairislesweater #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #colorwork #learntoknit #beginnerknitting #onlineknittingclasses

🧶✨ Let's settle the debate! When it comes to

🧶✨ Let's settle the debate! When it comes to crafting your Patriotic Hat, do you prefer to knit or crochet? 🤔❤️ Drop a comment below and let us know your choice! Whether you love the rhythm of knitting needles or the flow of a crochet hook, we want to hear from you! 🇺🇸

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