Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting the NC Mountain State Fair, where I volunteered with my weaving guild to give hands-on demonstrations. It was a fantastic experience, especially seeing the variety of fiber art—spinning, weaving, knitting, and more—that was displayed in the competition exhibits. The quality of work was impressive, and it was heartening to see such a wide range of skills and crafts being appreciated and rewarded.

Loss is a peculiar companion. It draws us into memories, filling the empty spaces left by those we've lost with moments that shaped our lives. When a mentor like Dr. Crys Armbrust passes away, the void feels immense. Yet within that emptiness, there is a treasure trove of inspiration, memories, and lessons that continue to guide us…

As a fiber artist, I've always found joy and fulfillment in creating with my hands. The rhythm of weaving, the meditative process of spinning, and the tactile pleasure of working with yarns and fibers are central to who I am. But what happens when the very body that enables this creativity starts to work against you?

Tom Daley, the Olympic diver, has made a splash in the knitting community with his public displays of craftiness. While his enthusiasm and dedication are undeniable, his work is far from perfect. Let’s talk about some of the areas where Tom’s knitting might raise a few eyebrows.

With the upcoming presidential election looming, the air is thick with tension. Many Americans are convinced that if their candidate doesn’t win, it might just spell the end of days. While these beliefs might be extreme, it does spark an interesting thought experiment: in a post-apocalyptic world, which fiber art skills and fibers would come out on top?