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Plied Together: Mitchell Wool Co. and the Power of Makers
Each skein is artist-dyed using the dyer’s unique expertise and vision. The result? A collection that celebrates both the farm and the maker.
"Because we are stronger when plied together." Mitchell Wool Co.

Crystal | Factory Girl
Oct 2, 20253 min read


Share More Than Stitches
I’ve been doing a lot of thinking lately. About this space. About you. About the quiet threads that connect us beyond our love for fiber...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Introducing the Hazel Top – A Knitted Tribute to Confidence and Ease
Hazel Top is for every body, every style, every occasion. There are some knits that become wardrobe staples, and there are others that...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Sep 4, 20252 min read


The Restful Stitch: What 7 Days Away from My Needles Taught Me
There’s a certain kind of guilt that creeps in when we don’t make. Not because we don’t want to, but because life, in all its fullness,...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Aug 22, 20252 min read


Knitting Slowly: The Joyful Rebellion of Mindful Making
Last time, I wrote about why I'm embracing the slow stitch, and wow, the response truly warmed my heart. There’s something quietly...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Why I’m Embracing the Slow Stitch—and You Can Too
I’ve been thinking a lot about rhythm lately. Not just in my stitches or row counts, but in life. Things have been a little quieter here...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jun 27, 20253 min read


Begin Again: Re-Casting on with Intention
There’s a tender moment after frogging a project. The stitches are gone, the yarn is soft and slack again, and your hands feel a little...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jun 19, 20252 min read


Celebrate Every Maker’s Journey: Progress Over Perfection
Let’s talk about something tender and true: the beautifully imperfect journey of making. You know that moment when someone asks, “Did you...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jun 12, 20253 min read


On Frogging: The Gentle Art of Starting Over
There’s a moment in every maker’s life when you stare at your project - really stare at it - and something just doesn’t feel quite...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jun 5, 20252 min read


Forget Cardigans—A Shawl Is All You’ll Need for Summer Evenings!
The Summer Shawls & Sips Collection Summer evenings have a rhythm all their own. The warmth of the day gently gives way to cool breezes,...

Crystal | Factory Girl
May 29, 20253 min read


Our Minnesota Queen of Color...Susie!
Meet Susie of Fiber MacGyver! When I reached out to Susie last Spring of to be part of our 2025 Winter Maker's Box it felt like winter...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Apr 10, 20254 min read


When Life is Hard and Days are Grey...Knit A Rainbow
The title of this post is from my dear friend Kimberly McAlindin's mom. I never got to meet this treasure but a part of me feels as...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Apr 10, 20254 min read


A Woman and Her Corgis' Dyeing Yarn
I had the honor of meeting Gabby Gergler a number of years ago thanks to our mutual friend, Lisa, of Indie Untangled. This past fall was...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Nov 18, 20246 min read


Color, Crochet and Style...Meet Designer, Helda Panagary
After completing textile course, Helda began designing her own modern knitted and crochet garments and accessories. This lead her to...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Nov 18, 20244 min read


For the Love of American Fiber!
When I first met the Mitchell Wool Co. team last year at Indie Untangled, I was overwhelmed by their amazing yarn. It was everything I...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Oct 10, 20243 min read


When to Steam Block your Handknits
Steaming is a great and gentle way to finish your knitted garment or accessory. Just like wet blocking, steaming allows your stitches to...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Sep 30, 20242 min read


Meet the Designer: Britt Garber, Knot Bad Britt
I have admired Britt's work for a while now. When I decided to introduce crochet into the Maker's Box I knew I wanted Britt to be part of...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Sep 11, 20244 min read


Meet Indie Dyer: Stephanie, Verse Yarns
I met Stephane at Indie Untangled 2023 and was so excited to have an opportunity to chat with her and her mom. It was so fun and of...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Let's Swatch!
Swatching is probably the most important step you may take when knitting or crocheting a garment for yourself or that special knitworthy...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Aug 16, 20246 min read


Meet the Master Indie Dyer: Kristin of KraeO
I first met Kristin in NYC at Vogue Knitting Live. I'll never forget walking the marketplace and seeing her yarn from a distance - the...

Crystal | Factory Girl
Jul 17, 20244 min read
Factory Girl Design celebrates every maker, every body, every stitch.
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