“She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple.” — Proverbs 31:22 Introduction There’s something timeless about the way yarn and hook can bring warmth and beauty to even the simplest of shapes. The Classic Rib Christmas Bauble evokes the nostalgia of handmade holidays — cozy gatherings by the fire, soft yarn between your fingers, and the quiet joy that comes from creating something that lasts.

A Common Threads Pattern At Common Threads, we believe that handmade things carry with them not only warmth but also gratitude. Each stitch represents time, care, and intention—woven together into ornament for hearth and home. The Harvest Rib Pumpkin is more than just a seasonal decoration; it is a reminder to gather gratitude in the ordinary days and to adorn our homes with symbols of the abundance we’ve been given.

“She stretches out her hands to the poor,and reaches forth her hands to the needy.” — Proverbs 31:20 The Gift in Your Hands Every skein you unwind, every loop you pull, every knot you tie is more than a craft, it’s a gift placed in your hands to be given away. Our Creator entrusts us with talents so they can flow outward in acts of mercy, meeting the very real needs of those most vulnerable among us.

Freedom of speech is a sacred gift. As makers, mothers, teachers, and citizens, we are uniquely positioned to speak truth—with both courage and kindness. In a world of noise and uncertainty, our voices can carry comfort, wisdom, and peace when we root them in truth. “She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.”

Making connections is the outcome I strive for in everything I do. Even as a textile artist and teacher. Yarn can connect us to a concept. Yarn can connect us to one another. Yarn can connect us to the wider world. This "common thread" can be powerful. Here is where I will share all the ways in which I use yarn to connect.