Renee Blixt
Renée Blixt is a member of the Crochet Guild of America, the Knitting Guild of America, the Embroiderers' Guild of America, and the American Needlepoint Guild. She teaches crochet, knitting, and embroidery.
Renée had been a Buddhist for almost a decade. She is more than happy to answer questions about her journey.
Renée also teaches math and business courses at art and business colleges in downtown Chicago, and owns a bookstore / tutoring center. Renée has completed two Master Degrees, an MBA and a MHRM. Renée is a member of M.E.N.S.A. She is beginning her doctorate at Chicago.
She still finds time to do something else she loves: Be in a Band! Check out her band website for more pics and info. She has many years on the Chicagoland/Rockford/Northwest Indiana Music Scene, and is currently planning a national tour to promote her second CD. Renée has performed for crowds ranging in size from 6 to 60,000 people, and she is a fairly accomplished pianist, as well.
Renée is also the mother of two beautiful and highly intelligent girls. She and her husband, William, homeschool, work, play, and live in Chicago.
Latest Articles
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Knit Cast On - The Long-Tail Method Cast-on Technique
An all-time favorite kind of knitting cast-on is the long-tail method. Here's when to use it and how to do it.
Feb 2, 2012
- Renee Blixt
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Crochet Thread Spinning Star Motif Pieces
Each of these little "spinning-star" doily-type pieces can be used in many ways. Connect them to make any sized doily, runner, tablecloth; crochet away!
Jan 3, 2012
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Crochet Thread Spinning Wheel Motif Pieces
Each of these little "spinning-wheel" doily-type pieces can be used in many ways. Connect them to make any sized doily, runner, or tablecloth.
Dec 4, 2011
- Renee Blixt
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Just My Type: A Book about Typing & Print Fonts by Simon Garfield
Fonts surround us every day. Where do they come from? Do we need so many? All the information needed on fonts in included in this delightful-to-read book.
Nov 8, 2011
- Renee Blixt
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Questions Every Graphic Designer Should Ask Their Clients
Good graphic designers work to understand the needs of their clients, especially when the clients are not sure themselves.
Oct 21, 2011
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Buddhist Dharma Instruments used in Temple Meditation Chanting
Almost every Buddhist Temple uses percussion instruments in chanting. What are these instruments and why are they used in Buddhism during meditation?
Sep 27, 2011
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The AntiCraft by Rigdon and Stewart: Edgy Manifesto's Book Review
The AntiCraft is self-heralded as "knitting, beading, and stitching for the slightly sinister," and it means it. Take a very close look before buying!
Sep 6, 2011
- Renee Blixt
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The Early History of Television: From Invention Until WWI
The television (TV) has a rich history. Many of TV's breakthrough moments occurred from its inception up until the WWI era.
Aug 20, 2011
- Renee Blixt
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Characteristics of Typefaces: What are the Features of Fonts?
Every font has elements that are part of its design process. Knowing these characteristics is essential for graphic designers.
Aug 18, 2011
- Renee Blixt
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Shrine and Altar Objects used in Chinese Buddhism
Each Buddhist Temple has a shrine that is unique. However, certain items are common to all of them. What are these objects and what are their uses?
Aug 12, 2011
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