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Some old tools to ring in the new year

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My latest little find – celluloid (probably) needlework (probably) tools: Okay, the top two are easy.  Crochet hooks.  The next one could be a ‘needle’ – it’s flat, but could be used to thread elastic through a casing, or something of that sort.  The turned pointy one below that… hmmm… could be used to make holes, like the one second… Continue Reading Some old tools to ring in the new year

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Accidental knitting tools

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From what I’ve seen, knitters are a very inventive sort, and are much given to adapting non-knitting tools to their own uses.  Here are a few of mine.  Although none approach the level of “MacGyvering“, I think the originators of these items might be a bit surprised to see how they are put to non-traditional uses. First up, my favorite…… Continue Reading Accidental knitting tools

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