With the final square of Leo, we are ready to complete our blanket and the knit-along! The last steps are the assembly and border so we can display our blankets with pride. After a year of work on such a special project, it is so fulfilling to see it all come together!
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe that it’s been a whole year since we began the Zodiac Icons Blanket Knit-Along, but here we are at the final sign - Leo, the heart of it all. This is the space where the creativity begins, sustains, and ends. Let the heart sing as you place the last-minute touches
Read MoreTime to get into our feelings, folks - it’s Cancer season! It’s a time to nurture the heart and the home as we step into summer. Allow the emotions to flow with this intuitive water sign and don’t be surprised if you get hit with an overwhelming sense of nostalgia.
Read MoreWelcome to Gemini season! This is one of my favorite astrology seasons, and I’ve often heard that Geminis and Sagittariuses (like myself) have a close bond, so that makes sense! This is the first air sign of the year, and it’s a time for excitement, variety, and socializing.
Read MoreAh, Taurus season … a chance for us to come back down to earth and our roots after the “race ahead” energy of Aries season. It’s time to slow down again and soak in the beauty that surrounds us as we appreciate the natural rhythms of nature. I’m so grateful to be spending this month in Costa Rica …
Read MoreAries is a special season for both our resident astrologer Ramona and myself. It was at Ramona’s birthday party on April 2nd, 2010 (the night before her actual bday) that I met my longtime partner Nick! So we both have a lot to celebrate in the coming weeks. Aries marks the actual beginning of the zodiac calendar …
Read MoreI like to think of Pisces season as a time to regroup, envision what I want next, and make a plan to get there. It’s the “law of attraction” part of zodiac for me, so I’m hoping to use this month ahead to really focus and dream about what I want the rest of the year to look like.
Read MoreIf you’re anything like me, post-holiday cabin fever has started to creep in and I have the itch to go back into the scene. Perfect timing for Aquarius season, which is all about social events and innovation. I love the first couple weeks of January to reset after the hustle bustle …
Read MoreAlthough it’s not the true beginning of the astrology calendar (that’s Aries!), Capricorn does mark the beginning of the year. Personally I never set any hard and fast “resolutions,” but I love the idea of a refresh and a new beginning. This time of year …
Read MoreI might be biased since this is my sign, but Sagittarius season is one of my faves. There is a festive aura in the air with the holidays approaching, and the excitement of the first snowfall (in the northern hemisphere!) and seeing twinkle lights adorn houses is always so fun. With this new season also comes a new square for our blanket of course :)
Read MoreWelcome to Scorpio season! With Halloween around the corner, this is my absolute favorite time of year. Our third square is here and I can’t wait to add it to the blanket :)
Read MoreWelcome to Libra season and the start of fall months in the northern hemisphere! Our second square is here and it’s one of my faves in the whole blanket :)
Read MoreWelcome to Virgo season and the official start of the Zodiac Icons Blanket KAL! Our first square is here and she’s a (literal) beauty :)
Read MoreReady to grab your Zodiac Icons Blanket kit but not sure which colors to choose? I got you! This year-long mystery KAL will feature one main color and three contrast colors. Whether you choose to base your combo on your home decor (like I did) or on your astrological chart
Read MoreDesigned for Lion Brand Yarn’s “Hat Not Hate” anti-bullying campaign, the Peace Hat is a classic beanie-style toque with a special message. The blue base represents awareness and solidarity, while the hands illustrate peace between people of all backgrounds. The pompom made of all the colors is a symbol of us coming together in harmony and acceptance.
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