➰Happy #MakerMonday➰ • Ah what a busy week and weekend I had! I was prepping for my photo shoot that I had yesterday and working a bunch. Although I didn’t finish everything I wanted the shoot seemed like a great success and I can’t wait to see the photos. Today will involve some sleeping in (until 12:30 😳), relaxing, and test knitting for the adorably talented @knitbrooks! (After finishing this beanie lol) • It’s so amazing being involved in the community and growing my group of fiber friends. Whether it’s test knitting, doing fun collabs, or video chatting about @nbcmakingit like @a_cute_design and I do get involved. Put yourself out there and be you! • What are you magical makers up to day?! • • • #recesscoffee #lionbrandyarn #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #girlboss #simplyhandmade #makerstrong #ourmakerlife #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #supportsmallbusiness #knittersofsyracuse #creativeknitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #imadethis #creativityfound #createexplore #calledtobecreative #knittingbydarian #kbd (at Syracuse, New York)

➰Never Far From Home➰ • @shannoncreates_ had a new idea called #MyMakerPlace ! I’ve been thinking long and hard about where in Syracuse I’d like to highlight and I haven’t found my spot. There so much beauty and community in Syracuse it’s hard to pick. Although the decision of my spot is tough I never struggle to carry my Syracuse pride with me. Whether with yarn, gear, or coffee, I never fail to show where my home is. I’ll pick an amazing spot soon but for now I’ll carry home with me. 🧡💙 • Yarn: Classic Alpaca from @knitty_gritty_syr • Coffee: my favorite local shop @recesscoffee • • • #festivallife #supportsyracuse #recesscoffee #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #girlboss #simplyhandmade #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #supportsmallbusiness #knittersofsyracuse #creativeknitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #imadethis #creativityfound #createexplore #calledtobecreative #knittingbydarian #kbd #ourmakerlife #makerstrong (at Night Lights Music Festival)

➰Sunday Funday➰ • Happy Sunday everyone! I hope you’re able to relax and enjoy your day. To everyone experiencing this heat wave, stay cool! It’s 98 degrees here and feels like it’s 104. Can’t complain too much after our 8 months of winter though. Am I right? • Even though this heat has me sweating in AC I am still enjoying my hot cup of coffee and a big knitting project 😊 #addicted • Fun fact: Cows are my favorite animal! 🐮❤️ What’s yours?! • Pattern testing: Doris Date Nite Dress @baudidesigns • Yarn: I Love This Cotton @hobbylobby • Mug: @the.hook.nook • Coffee: @recesscoffee • • • #supportsmallbusiness #cowlover #vegetarian #coffeeaddict #recesscoffee #thehooknook #fibertribe #coffeelover #heatwave #summer2018 #patterntesting #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #girlboss #simplyhandmade #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #knittersofsyracuse #bestoftheday #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #knittingbydarian (at Syracuse, New York)

🌻Support Small Businesses 🌻 • Let me tell you guys how much I’m loving this job. A customer came in yesterday shaking my hand and introducing himself and noticed my cat ears. Asked about them and I explained my love for cats and my two boys. He ran out to his care and gifted me with a little 3-D printed cat shaped phone stand! It was the sweetest thing. • The community in and around @recesscoffee is so wonderful! Supporting small not only helps the business but grows a community. If you’re in Syracuse check out the shop because these Lavender lattes are bomb and who doesn’t want to give that bagel a try! 🤤 • If I’m not working there, I’m knitting there. Who saw that coming? Lol This is my first larger project in worsted weight and I’m surprised at how much I’m enjoying it. Even though I’m having to frog a ton. I mean a ton haha I hope to finish this panel by this weekend. Learning new stitches can do that to you I guess. Even with the frogging, learning something new is exciting! I should push my boundaries more by learning more stitches. • What stitches do you all suggest I try next? • Yarn: I Love This Yarn @hobbylobby • • • #coffeeaddict #recesscoffee #lattelove #vegetarian #ourmakerslife #lavenderlatte #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #girlboss #newdesign #stitches #coffeecommunity #westcottcommunity #westcott #simplyhandmade #supportsmallbusiness #etsysale #knittersofsyracuse #bestoftheday #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #knittersofetsy #etsy #etsyshop #etsycommunity #knittingbydarian (at Recess Coffee & Roastery)

➰Support Local!➰ • Are you ready for this winter storm coming tomorrow? You can be! Stop by either location for a warm and cozy @recesscoffee beanie! Enjoy some tasty coffee too. Available in two colors! • Poms: @threadhead_knits.co • Buttons: @knowsanctuary (also available at the Harvard location) • Tag: @a_cute_design • • • #recesscoffee #acutetag #coffeeshopmerch #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #myetsyfind #simplyhandmade #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #supportsmallbusiness #knittersofsyracuse #creativeknitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #imadethis #creativityfound #createexplore #calledtobecreative #knittingbydarian #kbd (at Recess Coffee & Roastery) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsyeetyAJ8L/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=govybaj7qftg

Still not a morning person, but the coffee and bagels are wonderful #recesscoffee #syracuse #caselaw #supremecourt #characterandfitness (at Recess Coffee Downtown) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrNL_cgBdMd1SGzzMymjgBpbrcfAJ2U-yMfRAM0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=bfygxb8iqt98

➰Drink Coffee, Shoot Lightning➰ • @recesscoffee beanies are available at both Westcott location and the Downtown location! These are so cozy and perfect for that local coffee lover. The holidays are close, grab one now! • • • #acutetag #recesscoffee #lionbrandyarn #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #myetsyfind #simplyhandmade #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #supportsmallbusiness #knittersofsyracuse #creativeknitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #imadethis #creativityfound #createexplore #calledtobecreative #knittingbydarian #kbd (at Syracuse, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq25Vdbg2e3/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qk84mwbr3bfq

➰Happy Small Business Saturday➰ • The day is finally here! I’m very very excited to announce this collaboration with a few makers!! Today @recesscoffee and I have launched our new Recess Beanies! These beanies are available in two colors and two styles currently with one more on the way (maybe some faux Fur poms!)! Stop in for coffee and check them out. Available at both locations! • Tags: @a_cute_design • Pins: @knowsanctuary • • • #recesscoffee #recessbeanies #communityovercompetition #acutetag #smallbusinesscollaboration #knit #knitting #knittingaddict #handmade #l4l #boho #girlboss #simplyhandmade #makersmovement #coffeeshop #helloimhandmade #knittersgonnaknit #knittinginspiration #supportsmallbusiness #knittersofsyracuse #creativeknitting #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #imadethis #creativityfound #createexplore #calledtobecreative #knittingbydarian #kbd (at Syracuse, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqkSw0Fgvhx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16bv8qktqsw6s