Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten
I have many passions in my life, politics, fiber arts, crocheting, yarn spinning, spool knitting, felting and freeform crochet. I have even added crochet and spinning into my other passion - fly tying!
In recent years I have also become more aware of state and federal politics. I believe that it is important to be an informed citizen in order to make sure we as citizens are listened to on all levels of government.
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In recent years I have also become more aware of state and federal politics. I believe that it is important to be an informed citizen in order to make sure we as citizens are listened to on all levels of government.
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Seton Hall University, BA CommunicationInterests
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It Can Be a Palace AgainIt was a palace and it can be a palace again! That is a line from the movie City Hall. I saw that movie years ago and that line really struck me. Well today, the city of my birth received a major gift that can help make that city a palace again.
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Helen Thomas "Retires" After Six DecadesAfter six decades, Helen Thomas has "retired" from political journalism following controversial remarks made about how Israel should "get the Hell out of Palestine."
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Low Turnout at New Jersey Polls on Tuesday's PrimaryNew Jersey registered voters head to the polls in today's Congressional primary. There are others on the ballot, including Morris County Sheriff, Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders and County Committee.
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Tech Tip: How to Start BloggingMany people think starting a blog is complicated and takes a lot of work and attention. While it is true that you need to be diligent with posts, the technology is not tough to master at all!
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Take the Pledge and Purchase Hand-Made This Holiday SeasonWhy purchase a mass-made item when you can get a quality one-of-a-kind gift that truly expresses something special about that particular someone. -
How to Have a Crafty HalloweenHalloween is a great holiday to get back in the swing of stitching by making a few simple items to use as part of a costume or decorate the house. -
Get Started in Freeform Crochet and Knitting: Four Easy StepsMany people are intimidated by freeform. In our "stay inside the lines" society, it is hard to give yourself permission to experiment. Well, here are some simple steps to get started down the wonderfully creative road of freeform crochet and knitting. -
Interview with Edie EckmanAuthor and designer Edie Eckman has come out with a great new book on the subject, Beyond The Square: Crochet Motifs.
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Fall Means Fiber Festivals!Even though the heat of the summer is changing into the crisp air of the fall, there are still lots of great outdoor events to attend. Fall is the main season for fiber, sheep and yarn festivals.
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Interview: The Yarn Harlot, Stephanie Pearl McPheeLife-long knitter and writer Stephanie Pearl-McPhee (better know as "The Yarn Harlot") has entertained knitters all over the world with her own brand of writing combining the obsession of knitting and humor.
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The RoseI had been spinning on spindles for about a year in the summer of 2006. I loved the connection I felt with the fiber as it moved through my fingers to make yarn. I had a few spindles and was meeting with an instructor regularly to work to improve my skills.