Why I Only Dye OOAK Yarns

I am often asked why I only dye one-of-a-kind (OOAK) colorways versus repeating my popular colors for my yarn to be purchased in bulk or wholesale. Well, I am an artist that created a small business out of my art. This is slightly different than the view of creating a small business of creating art.Continue reading “Why I Only Dye OOAK Yarns”

How to Bind Off a Folded Edge

The Silver Spring Duster is a worsted cotton lace cardigan that features vine lace on a long train and slight bell sleeves. The folded edging on the hemline, cuffs and front edging really clean up the edges of this design, and it is squishy and comfortable, too! Many are familiar with knitting a folded hem,Continue reading “How to Bind Off a Folded Edge”

The ‘I Do’ Frilly Top is the MUST-make!

Wedding season is not over, AND there are always future reasons to dress up, right?! The ‘I Do’ Frilly Top is a perfect lightweight fluttery-peplum knit that is perfect for such occasions! It is no secret that I love my frill and flutter. I had been dreaming of a lace peplum or babydoll with lightweightContinue reading “The ‘I Do’ Frilly Top is the MUST-make!”

The Human Side of Designing, and How to Stay Classy.

As enjoyable as designing is, especially to natural creatives, there is a down side. Maybe I should say down sides because not all the downers can be grouped together, and not all designers experience them. But with all tasks and careers, it isn’t always rosy. Before I dive into the tea, there are many positivesContinue reading “The Human Side of Designing, and How to Stay Classy.”

Candy Corn CUTE Hat Knitting Pattern

Halloween is a favorite holiday to most in the United States! It is one of my personal favorites, but I’m not into the scary Halloween. I like CUTE Halloween. And what is cuter than candy corn?! Since the usual Halloween festivities aren’t going to be like previous years (thanks, COVID-19), I am celebrating the spookyContinue reading “Candy Corn CUTE Hat Knitting Pattern”

Yarn Room Makeover

I have had my yarn/knitting business for 5 years. Since Lovely by Lee developed gradually, I never really created my own space for it. I had a yarn storage area, which was shared with our guest room. As for my mailers and knitting supplies, I had shelves for my packaging materials in our basement. MyContinue reading “Yarn Room Makeover”