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Tag: crochet

Procrastination Destination: Weaving Geek

May 13, 2016Rebecca Angel2

Take a break to check out cool people who knit, crochet, and weave geeky elements into it all.

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Beanie Bags: Happy Mail for Yarn Junkies

January 3, 2016Tesla Doty2

Yes, all of the goodies were wonderful. However, the thing that excited me the most about this month’s bag was the sample of the Firefly/Serenity inspired Lorna’s Laces Shepard Worsted Yarn!

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And That Was the LAST Time I Had Sex With an Embroidery Major: Rhinebeck 2015

December 28, 2015December 13, 2017Missy Thomas5

If you’re a knitter or crocheter, then the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY is just the place for you.

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Geeky Coffee Cozies to Knit and Crochet

December 3, 2015Tesla Doty

Most of the time these sleeves end up in the trash instead of recycled. Why use a boring paper sleeve when you can rock a piece of geeky art work instead?

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Crochet This Baymax Hat For Your Favorite ‘Big Hero 6’ Fan

March 13, 2015Nicole Wakelin

You can crochet this super cute Baymax hat with the help of a free pattern.

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12 Geeky DIY Gift Ideas From GeekMom

November 7, 2014GeekMom

Are you looking for something geeky to make as a gift for the holidays, birthdays, or other special occasions? GeekMom is here to help!

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12 Geeky DIY Gift Ideas From GeekMom

November 7, 2014Cathé Post

Are you looking for something geeky to make as a gift for the holidays, birthdays, or other special occasions? GeekMom is here to help!

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Easy 8-Bit Afghans to Knock Your Granny’s Socks Off

November 5, 2014Cathé Post5

Granny squares aren’t just for grannies—they make excellent 8-bit pattern afghans, too!

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Peg Plus Cat Amigurumi

October 7, 2014Sarah Pinault5

GeekMom Sarah underwent a labor of love to create this crocheted feline for her favorite fellas. The finished product will bring much joy, though the pattern may challenge.

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Eight Geeky Crochet and Knitting Patterns to Get Started On

October 4, 2014December 14, 2017Ruth Suehle

As the weather cools, it’s time to break out your hooks and needles to work on some new geeky crochet and knitting projects!

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Knit Nests for Baby Birds in Rehab

July 15, 2014Kay Moore

Rehabilitation centers are using knitted nests to house baby birds. Links to knitting and crochet patterns and more information are provided.

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Big Bang Barr Blanket

February 15, 2014Sarah Pinault1

GeekMom Sarah took the plunge on a mammoth craft project, and winds up on the couch (almost) with Johnny Galecki.

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GeekMom Holiday Traditions: Handmade Gifts

December 8, 2013Cathé Post

The holidays are my favorite time of year. I liked December as a kid, but as an adult…well, you can ask my husband: I am almost more excited about the Christmas holiday than the kids are.

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Street Art, Fine Art, or Both? Let's Talk Yarnbombing

September 27, 2013Fran Wilde1

Yarnbombing. What is it? Why are bridges and busses suddenly covered in yarn? Is it fine art or a street movement? Artist Melissa Maddonni Haims comes to GeekMom to discuss the knotty subject.

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Wonder Woman Day: Wonder-ful Crafts

April 15, 2013Sophie Brown1

If all today’s Wonder Woman posts are inspiring you to add a bit more Wonder Woman into your life then maybe a craft project is just what you need. Whether you’re looking for something you could create in an afternoon or a more long-term project there should be something for everyone here.

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We All Need 8-Bit Crocheted Video Game Rugs

April 3, 2013Ken Denmead

These are way too awesome – totally appropriate for a Geek Family nursery, perhaps?

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