About Jason Ramirez

Why I make things

I am a developer and a counselor. I am also in recovery.

Crochet is one of my hobbies. It keeps my hands and my mind busy, and that helps me stay calm. I also like photography, coding, and building websites. My work as a counselor helps too. I picked up crochet for this reason. It keeps me grounded.

I share the recovery part on purpose. Recovery gave a lot to me. Now I want to give some of that back. Maybe my story helps someone else. If you are struggling, you are not alone. It is okay to ask for help. Here is where you can reach out:

• 988 is the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can call or text, any time, day or night.
• SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357. It is free and private. Someone is there all day and all night. They can help you find care.

Why FiberTools exists

I tried a lot of fiber arts calculators. Each one did just one thing. One did gauge. One did yarn amounts. One did needle sizes. I got tired of jumping between them. So I built one place for the calculations. The self-service calculators are free, and you do not need to log in.

FiberTools is a real toolbox for makers. It is not a blog with a calculator stuck on the side. I use it every day. When I find something missing, I add it.

The yarn weight references use Craft Yarn Council (CYC) categories, from Lace (0) to Jumbo (7). Calculator methods have their own scope: the Gauge Calculator uses measured stitch and row counts, while the Yarn Calculator scales measured swatch consumption to flat rectangular fabric.

These results are planning aids, not guarantees of yarn use or finished fit. Read the method and limitations for the tool you choose. Use a representative swatch and check the pattern and yarn label before committing to a project.

Now I crochet too. So I test the tools on my own projects. My first granny squares came out a little crooked. One gauge swatch was too tight. Once I even bought too little yarn. Being new helps me. I still remember which parts are hard. All self-service calculators stay free. Optional professional reviews and project downloads are paid. Clearly disclosed affiliate commissions also help support the free calculator library.

Get in Touch

Do you have an idea? Did you find a bug? Do you want a new tool? I would love to hear from you.

Email: hello@fibertools.app

I read every message. I try to reply within a few days.