Today, I took a risk and hopped over to my local Panera for a change of scenery to work on the blog.
Nevada has lifted its mask mandate, and while I'm still masking up to go into busy stores and to talk directly to staff when ordering, it's a nice change to be sitting in a little corner booth with my laptop and a project and a coffee.
Let's be real, I finished my bagel before I ever got started typing. :)
I've really missed getting outside for a change of scenery, even for everyday tasks. Writing is an easy one because I just load up my backpack with my laptop and head out. In fact, I've designated a specific backpack as my laptop bag so it's almost always ready to go. This morning I just threw a notebook and a couple fountain pens in and left!
Crafting requires a bit more forethought, but I'm working on creating "go kits" to make my projects more travel friendly.
Knitting and crochet are pretty simple, and I'd consider both inherently travel friendly unless your particular project is large. Here is my list of necessities and options for traveling or going outside with your knitting or crochet. Keep in mind this is in addition to your yarn, needles/hooks, and chosen carrying container.
- Tiny scissors
- Darning needle
- Scrap yarn
- Measuring tape
- Stitch markers
- Bowl (optional)
- Printed pattern (optional)
- Liquid superglue or nail glue (optional)
Honestly, that's a lot of stuff to remember to bring along. If you're in a hurry, you're going to forget something (or several somethings). So here I am, after knitting for nearly a decade, finally putting together a little kit of supplies that can easily be tossed in with a project to ensure I always have what I need.
Here's my new knitting and crochet travel kit!
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| Superglue, scrap yarn, row counter, measuring tape, stitch markers (inside organza bag), tiny scissors, and darning needles (in pencil lead case) |
While I can't tuck a bowl and a printed pattern in that little case, most of the list is taken care of!
If you're confused about the superglue, let me answer your question. Many of us knitters have an old set of Knit Picks Rainbow interchangeable knitting needles laying around. Mine are so old that the original case says Harmony instead of Rainbow. These needles, as much as I like them, are notorious for separating where the wooden needle slides into the metal cap that screws onto the cord.
Liquid superglue is a 1-minute lifesaver for when this happens in the middle of a project, and I still use these needles from time to time, so I like keeping it on hand!
It's in my travel kit because I don't want to have to think about which set of needles I'm using, and because you can get a bottle of nail glue (same thing as liquid superglue) from the dollar store for $1.
While I'm thinking about Dollar Tree, you can also find really cute ceramic bowls there to use as yarn bowls, and you won't cry if you break one! 10/10 would recommend if you're planning on traveling with a yarn bowl. Leave the fancy one at home.
You can probably find that exact measuring tape there too, possibly in a bunch of different colors. Get a few.
I repurposed a little hardshell zip case that I got in an Amazon order a couple years ago for my supply case, but you could use nearly anything. I'd recommend a hinged box like an Altoids tin, or one of those nifty boxes with dividers that you can find at craft stores. In a pinch, you can also use a small drawstring pouch or pencil case.
If you have or build a travel kit, please let me know what's in yours and/or what you changed from my setup! I'm really pleased with mine, and I'll report back if I change anything about it in the future.
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Last week I put out my very first YouTube video. It's just a little plant-along with some tiny grow kits I from Target, but it's cute and wholesome, and it was a great way for me to get an idea of the video editing process.
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Until next time, take care! 🍃
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