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Things I've Been Making This Week Thursday // Feb 5, 2026

A blog of things I've been stitching, knitting, reading, and more.

Feb 5 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

Makes & Muses Vol. 4: Stitch of The Week ~ Brick Stitch

Weekly deep dive into decorative stitch charts to ignite inspiration this summer along with a few of my favorite recipes, songs, and other delightful…

Sep 3, 2025 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

Makes & Muses Vol. 3: Stitch of The Week ~ Double Brick + Happy Hour Sale

Weekly deep dive into decorative stitch charts to ignite inspiration this summer along with a few of my favorite recipes, songs, and other delightful…

Aug 22, 2025 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

Makes & Muses Vol. 2: Stitch of The Week ~ Bargello Wave

Weekly deep dive into decorative stitch charts to ignite inspiration this summer along with a few of my favorite recipes, songs, and other delightful…

Aug 7, 2025 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

a stream of consciousness on noticing as an act of compassion

Mar 1, 2025 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

A Summer of Healing

I woke before sunrise, with a heaviness in my heart.

Sep 5, 2024 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

Art Lesson: Knitting A Fisherman Toque

Continue reading for a free beanie knitting pattern using ecological Peruvian wool

Aug 30, 2024 • Brooke Thorn McGowan

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