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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Join me in 1 month at the @afspnational.bsky.social Out of the Darkness walk in STL! Join my team or donate here: afspwalks.donordrive.com/teams/loopso... My goal is $4000 since I turned 40 this year. :D #suicideprevention #afspfundraiser #ootdwalk

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Gratitude is one of the best ways to perform self-care. Answer one or both of these questions either in the comments or in a personal journal or notepad. What are you grateful for today? What are you grateful for in your life? #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mham2025 #gratitude #selfcare

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Tried out my Stripology XL ruler for the first time to cut out pieces for the raffle quilt I'm making for the AFSP I'm not 100% convinced it's the right tool for me. There are pros and cons for sure, and I'm willing to try it on another project in case this one wasn't the best fit #quilting

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Stopped at @warmncozyquilting today to pick up the fabric I needed for the raffle quilt for this year's @afspmissouri Out of the Darkness walk. I had several friends and family members pick a color and I'm really pleased with how well they go together. #quilting #shoplocal #localquiltstore

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

I got these gorgeous beeswax candles for my birthday, so of course I had to print some fancy candle holders. Model by gracewindale_527668 on Printables Filament is Inland marble from Microcenter #3dprinting #candleholder

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

I cut the Costco bag of chips a little too short, so I needed a chip clip. 2 hours on the printer and we are set. Model is the Chip Clip 9000 Standard by martin_au on @printablescom #3dprinting #functionalprint

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Of course I had to make my dress for my craft-themed 40th birthday party! 🧶 Pattern is the Gala Gown by Patterns for Pirates Fabric is a custom-colored & scaled design by creativeinchi on @spoonflower-social.bsky.social Custom yarn earrings by Shaina Bilow #sewing #patternsforpirates #galagown

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

This is especially hilarious now that I have a serger and have sewn like a zillion tank tops, several dresses, and altered premade stretch knits. #sewing #sewingismysuperpower

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

I whipped up yet another one of my standard tank tops. 😸 Fabric is Yarn Cats Rainbow from @spoonflower-social.bsky.social I have this print in another colorway slated for a swimsuit, so stay tuned. #sewing #sewingismysuperpower

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Oh no, she nakey! My sewing machine had been squeaking a little, so I kept taking things apart until I found the source of the squeak. A few drops of sewing machine oil with my precision tip bottle and now Marie runs smooth as butter. #sewingmachine #sewingmachinerepair

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Whipped up another tank top using my standard pattern. It's so comfy! #sewing #sewingismysuperpower

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Lighting obviously super sucks at this time of night, but I finished the other two blocks for the Poppy Quilt table runner. Basting this will be quite the challenge. 😬 Pattern by @cottonandbourbon.bsky.social #quilting #poppyquilt #cottonandbourbon

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Whipped up a tank top today! A while back I made my own pattern based on a commercial tank top that I liked and fit well and I've been using that pattern for so many fun items. #sewing #sewingismysuperpower

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

I tried to put together a few SMART goals for this year and I feel pretty confident about them. Feel free to DM me with any questions or suggestions! #marchmeetthemaker #marchmeetthemaker2025 #goals #smartgoals #smallbusinessgoals

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

I made these 2 Essen pouches to store some of my class supplies so they will fit into a new rolling cart I bought (post soon!). I made the largest size and used some of my Nice Fabric. 😄 Pattern by @centerstreetquilts #sewing #quilting #essenpouch #centerstreetquilts

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

My word of the year is GROW and I finally found the right model to 3D print. It's a letter holder and I added the word GROW on myself. Model is Letter Holder Leaf by Bent on @printablescom Filament is Silk PLA in Neon Green from @overture3dfilament #3dprinting #wordoftheyear

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

While the name may be gray, my style is nothing but. I make things in all colors! Mostly shawls, cowls, hats, and blankets and I try to make things that are practical and easy to use. #marchmeetthemaker #marchmeetthemaker2025 #knitting #crochet #quilting 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

I have made so many of these hot pads for other people and I finally made some for myself! They're so easy to make and look fabulous in any color. Pattern is Geometric Mandala Hot Pad by @lillabjorncrochet #crochet #geometricmandalahotpad 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Save the date for this year's @afspmissouri Out of the Darkness Walk! Join my team here: afspwalks.donordrive.com/team/loopsof... #suicideprevention #afsp #outofthedarknesswalk

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

What is Loops of Gray all about? Making, teaching, mental health advocacy, and so more more. Head to my blog for more details and thanks to @marchmeetthemaker for the prompts this month! www.loopsofgray.com/blog/what-is... #marchmeetthemaker2025 #marchmeetthemaker #brandidentity

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

73 isn't exactly the right temperature for this cowl, but it sure is bright and fun! Pattern is the Oats cowl by @tincanknits Yarn is hand dyed by @whatmustardmade in the Queer colorway #knitting #oatscowl #usetheniceyarn 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

I was able to find the long discontinued yarn I needed to finish this shawl by asking around on Ravelry! It's huge, but since it's a wool/cotton blend, it's actually pretty lightweight. Pattern is Satie by Dee O'Keefe Designs #knitting #satieshawl 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

We had a great time at Learn to Crochet today at @7sistersyarnandfiber ! This was a book club that wants to learn to make granny squares, so we started with the basics. Big thanks to @cindyfromthelou for being my assistant with this large of a group! #crochet #learntocrochet 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Finished up another shawl using the Nice Yarn. Pattern is French Cancan by @ateliermademoisellec Yarn is @malabrigoyarn Dos Tierras in Natural #knitting #frenchcancanshawl 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

We needed another shelf support peg, so of course I just 3D printed one. There was already a model the right size, so I didn't even have to model it myself. 20 minutes using PETG at 100% infill for strength and we are back in business. #3dprinting #functionalprint

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

My desk last night. It has many layers of projects and other things going on in my life. 😬I've since added safety eyes that came in the mail today. lol #makerstudio

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Done with block 10! I wish I could say there are only 2 more, but I opted for the queen sized version, which has extra blocks. I made some of them already, but there are still like 12 of those to do too. Pattern by @wholecirclestudio.bsky.social #greenhousebom #greenhousegardenquilt

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Finished this hat last night using more Nice Yarn. Nice big brim for extra warmth. Pattern is Gwedenn hat by @dererumnatura Yarn is O-Wool O-Wash Worsted in Slate #knitting #gwedennhat 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Using more Nice Yarn to make a Cabled Bandana Cowl by @lavanyapatricella The cables are so squooshy! #knitting #cabledbandanacowl 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

I made a quick project from my favorites using some yarn from my stash. I have a bunch of old mini skeins from @knit_picks that I'm trying to use up. Pattern is Low-key Cowl by @elizabethsmithknits #knitting #lowkeycowl 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Random number generator picked the perfect pattern for this gray rainy day: rainbow snow cone! 🌈 Pattern by @knotmonster #crochet #amigurumi #snowcone 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Awesome job in knit cables class today! We learned how to read charts and do the cables both with and without a cable needle. #knitting #knitcables 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Late night finish of block 8 of the #GreenhouseBOM by @wholecirclestudio.bsky.social I could not get that center seam to line up correctly on the dark green part no matter what I did. I figure it will quilt out just fine and no one will notice. #quilting #greenhousegardenquilt

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

On the left: ruler that has been used basically constantly for 10 years vs on the right: brand new ruler from @warmncozyquilting #creativegrids #rulers #creativegridsrulers #quiltsky

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Join me this Saturday at @7sistersyarnandfiber for knit cables class! We will be tackling several cable designs, both with and without a cable needle. Only a few spots available, so register now at the link in comments/bio. #knitting #learntoknit #knitcables 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

If you can knit and purl, you can make this cowl! It's got a super easy basketweave pattern and it only took me a couple days. Pattern is Glenhaven by Dee O'Keefe. Yarn is O-Wool O-Wash worsted in Bull Thistle. #knitting #glenhavencowl 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

I know there are a lot of changes happening in social media, so I want to share where you can find me across the internet. My website is the best place to start, plus I have accounts on FB, IG, and YT. I also have my own Discord server where we can chat about all sorts of crafty things.

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

I whipped up this little cowl using some Nice Yarn. It's 100% cotton, so it's lightweight and drapey. Pattern is Making Waves by @knitforthesoul1 Yarn is @purlsoho.bsky.social Cotton Pure in Silver Quartz #knitting #makingwavescowl #knitforthesoul 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

In the spirit of Use The Nice Fabric, I am also going to Use The Nice Yarn. I spent time winding all of my hanks into balls so there is one fewer barrier. Instead of having to get out the swift & winder, I can just grab & go. I have a lot more nice yarn than I thought. 😂 #knitting #crochet #yarn 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

The results of the crochet hook review are in! Our top 3 hooks are: * Clover Amour * Yarnology (this is the Hobby Lobby store brand and I donated to @pflag.org after purchase & after this post) * Woobles Hooks that need to be yeeted into the sun: * Big Twist * Furls What are your favorite hooks? 🧶

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

I decided just to buy everything on my mental health book wishlist and they arrived today! You can see all of my books here: www.librarything.com/catalog/loop... and message me if you want to borrow one (STL metro area only). #mentalhealth #mentalhealthlibrarystl

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Reposted from @blessthemessy Hey. I don’t have much right now, cause like many of you I’m scared as fuck. But I know we have each other and we’ll never go quietly. More very soon. xo

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Loops of Gray @loopsofgray.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Do you have a project that you need help with? Is there a technique you'd like to learn that I haven't had a class on yet? Do want to level up your skills? Come to Open Stitch on Sunday 1/19 at City Sewing Room! Register at www.loopsofgray.com/shop/p/strin... #crochet #knitting 🧶

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