Acid Witch is a doom metal band from Detroit, Michigan. Formed in 2007, the band is known for their unique blend of doom metal, psychedelic rock, and horror-themed lyrics. Their music is characterized by slow, heavy riffs, haunting melodies, and eerie atmospheres. The band draws influences from 70s era doom bands like Black Sabbath and Pentagram, as well as 60s psychedelic rock and horror movie soundtracks. One of the defining features of Acid Witch is their use of witchcraft and horror imagery in their lyrics and album artwork. Their debut album, "Witchtanic Hellucinations," released in 2008, explores themes of witchcraft, Satanism, and horror movies.
C: The patterns themselves were quite challenging not only to create and invent but also to write down because I was always tweaking the shapes, so it was a very lengthy process, and also fitting in with what was a tight schedule was a little stressful. That said though, it was (and is) immensely fun and engrossing and also rewarding!
But my favourite is the rabbit, mainly because this was one of my first creatures first I d ever knitted, and this is the pattern that kind of kick-started my success wee little mouse is cute too. Many years ago, I began designing characterful dolls and their clothes and selling them as patterns online and also in books I wrote the book Knitted Babes from here, I moved on to knitting animals, which I ve honed in on to try and capture them as life-like as possible this is where I d like to stay because I love the challenge and there are so many animals I need to capture.
Their debut album, "Witchtanic Hellucinations," released in 2008, explores themes of witchcraft, Satanism, and horror movies. Songs like "Scare-ican Witches Brew" and "Cauldron Cave" showcase the band's love for the macabre and occult. In 2010, the band released their second album, "Stoned," which further solidified their unique style and sound.
Magical Woodland Knits – An Interview with Claire Garland
I recently acquired a copy of Claire Garland’s book Magical Woodland Knits. I was immediately enchanted by the beautiful image and gold embossing on the front cover. It is a beautiful publication, printed on fine paper and containing creative photos of the complete projects (twelve woodland animals), as well as detailed photos of the construction of each project.
✨Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter to win a copy of Magical Woodland Knits!✨
Upon entering the magical world of Claire Garland’s creations, it’s not uncommon to stumble across a phrase such as
‘Here’s a very quick and simple little cardigan to fit your little Guinea Pig.’
If that’s not enough to draw you in, I can’t imagine what is. 😍
Claire was kind enough to share a bit about herself and her book below. Enjoy!
B: Could you please tell us a little bit about yourself?
C: Hi my name is Claire Garland, aka Dot Pebbles (my online presence). I’m a creative soul, living in Cornwall, UK, who loves to knit and wants to knit forever.
Many years ago, I began designing characterful dolls and their clothes and selling them as patterns online and also in books (I wrote the book Knitted Babes) – from here, I moved on to knitting animals, which I’ve honed in on to try and capture them as life-like as possible – this is where I’d like to stay because I love the challenge and there are so many animals I need to capture.
B: What inspired you to write this book?
C: Since I started to knit the animals and take up the personal challenge to create ‘as life-like a creature as possible from yarn’ I found myself veering towards native, wild UK animals; creatures as small as birds and mice and as big as a wolf. The book commission followed from me posting my makes and promoting my patterns on my Instagram account @dotpebbles_knits
B: What were the most challenging/fun parts of creating this book?
C: The patterns themselves were quite challenging not only to create and invent but also to write down because I was always tweaking the shapes, so it was a very lengthy process, and also fitting in with what was a tight schedule was a little stressful. That said though, it was (and is) immensely fun and engrossing and also rewarding!
B: Do you have a favorite woodland creature? I’m quite fond of the badger!
C: Aw yeah, I like the badger too, especially the way he’s been photographed. But my favourite is the rabbit, mainly because this was one of my first creatures – first I’d ever knitted, and this is the pattern that kind of kick-started my success (wee little mouse is cute too!)
B: When it comes to knitting stuffed animals, what do you think knitters should be aware of? Are there techniques required that aren’t commonly used in garment and accessory knitting?
C: I think the major difference is the finishing. By that, I mean the whole stuffing and shaping part. What you are, in essence creating is a knitted sculpture, so with that in mind, you’re not just knitting, joining, and plonking on a shelf in a toy cupboard (at least that’s not what they are truly designed for); you are instead creatively moulding and sculpting the yarn and the stuffing and giving character and ‘life’ to the finished item.
B: What is your favorite thing to knit?
C: Animals – I’m particularly enjoying my latest ‘Knitted Dolls’ with clothes. I loved knitting the puppies too, for my Domestika Course.
B: What makes this book a great addition to a knitting library?
I am a great collector of cookery books, in particular ones that are beautifully photographed. I’ll probably only ever make one dish from each these books but I just love looking and browsing through them, I find them totally inspiring – if I may I’d like this to be a kind of analogy for my book.
B: I adore this comparison. As an avid collector of books on a variety of subjects, I think that you’ve truly captured the reason that so many of us love to be surrounded by them; the inspiration.✨
If there’s anything else you’d like to share with the readers, please do!
C: I’d like to say don’t be afraid of the patterns. Don’t be put off by the wording or the seeming complexity of the makes. They are created from just basic knit and purl on two needles, so are very doable.
Also, a tip I’ve learnt: I use lockable stitch markers within the patterns, so, to make it easy when it comes to joining the small seams, make a note of which colour marker is which (red marker for Neck Marker for example). I now write a colour-marker guide within my patterns and it’s oh-so useful.
B: What a beautiful book! I’m looking forward to sharing it with my readers.
Thank you!
B: Do you have a favorite woodland creature? I’m quite fond of the badger!
This album features tracks like "Trick or Treat," which tells the story of a child killer, and "Witchfynder Finder," which references the real-life witch hunts of the past. Acid Witch's music often incorporates elements of humor and camp, adding a unique twist to their dark and heavy sound. Their lyrics are often tongue-in-cheek and filled with references to horror movies and witchcraft folklore. This blend of horror and humor sets them apart from other doom metal bands and has earned them a dedicated fanbase. While Acid Witch may not be a household name in the metal scene, their unique style and dedication to horror-themed doom metal have garnered them a cult following. Their music continues to be celebrated by fans of the occult, doom metal, and horror movies, ensuring their place in the underground metal scene..
Reviews for "Acid Witch Bandcap: A Masterclass in Innovation"
- Sarah - 1 star - I was really disappointed with the Acid wktch bandcap. The material felt cheap and the fit was all wrong. It didn't sit properly on my head and kept sliding off. The design also looked different in person compared to what was shown in the pictures. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this product.
- Michael - 2 stars - The Acid wktch bandcap was just okay for me. The quality was average, nothing special. It looked fairly cheap and didn't feel durable. I also found the fit to be a bit uncomfortable. It also didn't provide enough coverage from the sun. I expected better for the price.
- Laura - 2.5 stars - I wasn't impressed with the Acid wktch bandcap. The design was interesting, but the execution lacked finesse. The stitching was sloppy and there were loose threads all over. The cap didn't hold its shape well and felt flimsy. I was hoping for better quality and attention to detail.