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Next coordinating colorways group for the 'Mix & Match Merino' project. Yes, I keep my prepped fiber in a plastic cauldron. It's the right size and easy to clean after each spin (also for reasons my readers will understand). #spinnersofinstagram
Next coordinating colorways group for the 'Mix & Match Merino' project. Yes, I keep my prepped fiber in a plastic cauldron. It's the right size and easy to clean after each spin (also for reasons my readers will understand). #spinnersofinstagram #multi-craftual #handspunyarn
The first colorway of what I'm calling the 'Mox & Match Merino' project is done. Sadly, the darker shade (the first that I spun) is worsted weight. Then I decided I wanted it even lighter. The rest is DK. Pattern inspired by these coordinating co
The first colorway of what I'm calling the 'Mox & Match Merino' project is done. Sadly, the darker shade (the first that I spun) is worsted weight. Then I decided I wanted it even lighter. The rest is DK. Pattern inspired by these coordinating colorways coming soon. #handspunyarn #spinnersofinstagram
#stressknitting a new scarf design in the waiting room while 2nd-born has his wisdom teeth removed. #knittersofinstagram #knittingisselfcare
#stressknitting a new scarf design in the waiting room while 2nd-born has his wisdom teeth removed. #knittersofinstagram #knittingisselfcare
The waiting room. Just some bobbins waiting to be plied. #spinnersofinstagram #yarnaddict #spinningyarn
The waiting room. Just some bobbins waiting to be plied. #spinnersofinstagram #yarnaddict #spinningyarn
Lacy journals coming to the shop soon. Writers, y'all know you can never have enough #journals. #handmade #handknits
Lacy journals coming to the shop soon. Writers, y'all know you can never have enough #journals. #handmade #handknits
Next coordinating colorways group for the 'Mix & Match Merino' project. Yes, I keep my prepped fiber in a plastic cauldron. It's the right size and easy to clean after each spin (also for reasons my readers will understand). #spinnersofinstagram The first colorway of what I'm calling the 'Mox & Match Merino' project is done. Sadly, the darker shade (the first that I spun) is worsted weight. Then I decided I wanted it even lighter. The rest is DK. Pattern inspired by these coordinating co #stressknitting a new scarf design in the waiting room while 2nd-born has his wisdom teeth removed. #knittersofinstagram #knittingisselfcare The waiting room. Just some bobbins waiting to be plied. #spinnersofinstagram #yarnaddict #spinningyarn Lacy journals coming to the shop soon. Writers, y'all know you can never have enough #journals. #handmade #handknits
I'm Plotting Something
Meredith R. Stoddard Meredith R. Stoddard

I'm Plotting Something

After I finished drafting the Haverhill project, I decided to get into a plotting frame of mind by reading a book that’s been on my TBR shelf for a while, Save the Cat Writes a Novel. If you’re not familiar with the Save the Cat plot structure, I highly recommend checking it out. It started as a guide for screenwriters to help them develop successful screenplays. The method focuses mainly around something called a Beat Sheet. The idea is that to keep your story moving and following an arc that will keep readers turning pages, you should focus on a set series of story beats.

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