Linda Ligon


The Magic of Seven: At What Age Did You Learn to Craft?

Historically, and often out of necessity, children were taught to spin, knit, weave, and do other forms of needlework at a young age. How old were you when you first took needle and yarn in hand?

Long Thread Podcast: Meg Swansen

Season 6, Episode 3: Beginning under the wing of her legendary mother, Elizabeth Zimmerman, Meg has spread her wings to become one of the most influential and best-loved figures in the knitting world.

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Stitch a Bouquet of Irish Crochet Roses

Sample Irish crochet in the loveliest way with three beautiful roses to adorn your favorite things!

Clever Cocoon Tassels

A creative embellishment adds to the silk weavings found in Laos.

What does dirt have to do with it?

With earth-stained hands, humans make our mark.

Practical Crochet? Give Me a Break

What did these Victorians know about practical? What were they thinking?

Keeping Traditions Alive

An homage to one of the Navajo Nation's most accomplished dyers and cultural keepers.

Linda’s Feed-Sack Dress

Linda Ligon recalls going to the feed store with her mother and shopping for sacks for a feed-sack dress.

Rules for Teaching a Child to Tat

Teaching a child to tat in the oppressive Oklahoma summer heat presents certain challenges. Here are a few rules to keep in mind to make the experience more enjoyable for all involved.