Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

  • Crocodile Stitch Rainbow Booties

    I have an aesthetic adoration for crochet, and have been doing it long enough now to experience an almost meditative state when I’m on a roll. Over the years I’ve crocheted blankets, bags, cardigans, toys (I rock at turtles), and baby clothes, but it struck me when I was pregnant that I’d never tried my […]

  • The craft rhizome

    One of my cousins started up a craft circle some years back. Our routine used to go something like this: Turn up at host craft circle member’s house on a Sunday afternoon. Sit down and spread craft crap over all available table, bench and floor space. Consume amazing-smelling home baked cakes with multiple cups of tea […]

  • Creativitarian

    All the savvy, sensible, smart folks I’ve spoken to about blogging have made the same recommendation. Choose a specific subject to blog about, a specialty, a niche. Then write often, and stay focused on your topic. I’ve wasted enough hours trying to narrow down what I want to write about. It’s come to this: I enjoy the […]

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