Hi, I’m Jenn Alvin! I’m a multi-disciplinary maker who loves to learn new ways of making things — taking classes, watching videos, and trying stuff out on my own. Knitting, spinning yarn, sewing clothing, and leather-working are some of the disciplines I work in. Many of my projects use all sorts of reclaimed and recycled items.
Recent Projects:
Aquabats costume
I love making my own costumes, and this year I decided to go as MC Bat Commander, fearless leader of…
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Vegan Crunchy Pumpkin Party Ice Cream
Oat milk vegan version of Crunchy Pumpkin Party ice cream
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Knitting & Fiber Arts
I’ve been knitting since 2001, and took up spinning yarn in 2019. I almost always have yarn and needles in my bag as a “fidget project.”
Craft
I tend to mentally reverse-engineer everything I see, and it often manifests itself into ambitious projects.
Adventures
When presented with an opportunity, I ask myself, “When will I get the chance to do this again?” and jump into the adventure.
Food & Drink
Challenging myself with kitchen sink dishes and wacky foods. I’ve also been learning brewing and winemaking.
Challenges
I love to set odd challenges for myself. I made an unlucky leprechaun hat after a friend and I spent a St. Patrick’s Day in a pub sketching designs on napkins. I may not always be successful, but I always learn something along the way.
Clothing
I love to sew, knit, and make accessories. Clothing modification is one of my specialties.
Jenn Likes to Make Things 