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Using Pinterest Effectively for Fiber Artists

Fiber friends, how many times have you gone on Pinterest to search for patterns, knitting inspiration, or colorways for a new collection? I bet the answer is several times.

Well, let me ask you, as a fiber business owner, do you have a Pinterest page for your business? If the answer is no, then you are missing out on reaching new customers, advertising your products, and driving traffic to your website….

5 Things Every Maker Should Do in May

Spring is officially here, and I’m ready for some fresh air, fresh inspiration, and some fresh new projects. Not that I need to be adding more to my list, but it is spring after all!

Back in March, I wrote a blog post called 21 Winter-to-Spring Transitional Projects: Light Layers. In that post, I shared 21 projects, which were all clothing items, that you could make to transition from winter to spring….

How The Indie Untangled Show Has Changed Over The Years

When I launched Indie Untangled in 2014, the goal was simple: to create a space where my fellow crafters could discover talented indie dyers, makers, and fiber artists in one place.

At the time, the indie yarn world was growing quickly. New dyers were popping up on Etsy and Instagram, and makers were building small businesses around beautiful hand-dyed yarn, project bags, stitch markers, and other accessories. It felt difficult to keep track of everyone or discover new makers beyond your own social media feed….

Upcycling Your Yarn Scraps: 13 Creative Ideas

I don’t know about you, but regardless of how much I pay for a skein of yarn, I will always save the yarn scraps. This is because you never know when those yarn scraps might come in handy for fixing a handmade piece or for a future project.

Making projects specifically out of scraps of yarn is always so much fun since you end up with a unique piece that is basically a kaleidoscope of yarn….

Trip Down Memory Lane: A Look Back At Our Indie Untangled Bag Designs

One of everyone’s favorite things about Indie Untangled, besides the yarn, vendors, food, and atmosphere, is our BAG!

If you are new to Indie Untangled, every year we work with artists to create a bag that helps bring together the vibe of the show. This bag is done in a limited run and is available to preorder and purchase for that year’s Indie Untangled. It’s a great way to carry all your yarn goodies during the show and to have a fun memento….

21 Winter-to-Spring Transitional Projects: Light Layers

The first day of spring this year is March 20th, and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for winter to be gone!

As much as I love heavy, cozy layers, I’m ready to transition into light layers. However, with the weather having a mind of its own, you (like me) might be struggling with what to make that is light and airy but still provides a good amount of warmth.

To solve that problem,…

Why Email Lists Still Matter for Yarn Businesses

Imagine you came up with an amazing idea for a new yarn colorway, collection, or pattern. Then you spend weeks bringing that idea to life, spending hours on designing, photography, and packaging. Finally, you launch your idea on social media… and only 3% of your followers see it.

Can you relate to this scenario?

Unfortunately, many fiber artists and indie dyers can relate because social media is unpredictable. This is why it’s crucial to have an email list for your yarn business….

How the Fiber Community Inspires Me: A Love Letter

February is the month of love, but we tend to focus on a partner, our friends, or kids (which, of course, is natural). But what about our communities?

We’re all part of certain communities that bring us joy, laughter, and growth, yet they don’t often get much attention in February. Because of that, I wanted to share a love letter of sorts to the fiber community. In 2026, Indie Untangled will be celebrating its 12th year in business,…

Ask the Community: What’s Your Most-Loved Yarn?

If you follow me on Instagram, then you may know that last month I published a post asking the community to share their most loved yarn. This is because what better time to talk about the yarn that we love than in February, right?

Well, you guys answered, and I’m so excited to share all the responses we received today! So, let’s dive in and talk about our favorite “fiber love”…

Etsy vs. Shopify for Fiber Artists: Pros & Cons

Whether your fiber business is brand new or you have been selling for a while, picking the right platform to sell your handmade goods on is crucial to your success.

Over the years of owning my own business, I have seen many fiber artists get overwhelmed by this topic, especially when it comes to Etsy vs. Shopify. So, to help make this decision process a bit easier, I wanted to put together a simple blog post that I am calling “Etsy vs….

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