I have been so excited working on this project! Mostly because it involves several of my favourite things; candles, crochet, and pretty buttons. These candles are made using some jars I had lying around after my big jam session a few weeks ago. As you know, I hate waste, and why waste a good jar…
I recently came across lobster stitch cord in the free ebook Priscilla’s Crochet. I hadn’t heard of it before, so I thought I’d give it a try since it is always good to learn a new stitch, and cords can come in pretty useful for bag handles etc. I must admit that the directions were…
I spotted these cute little dogs on Ravelry, and managed to get myself in the testing pool for the pattern. I’m really pleased with how they came out! The dogs come in 4 different sizes so you can even make cushion sized ones. I made the small, medium, and large options, but used decreasing hook…
I love mixing up my different crafty hobbies; this one’s card making and crochet. This is the card I made for my parents wedding anniversary last week. It is based on one I made a while ago, but I made a note of what I did this time so now you can crochet your own! …
This week was my parents’ 30th wedding anniversary. We had a big family celebration last weekend; great weather and great food! My contribution was my chocolate mudcake, made in a heart shaped tin. I also made this picture as a gift for my parents. 30 years is pearl, but similarly to when my grandparents had…
It’s that time of year again, and this Saturday happens to be the first of the weddings we have been invited to this year. I spotted the hand printed paper (background of card) in a handmade gift shop and couldn’t resist buying a piece. I knew I’d get a lot of cards out of it…
I’ve been looking for a basket of specific dimensions for a while without any luck. Then I saw a circular version of this idea and realised I could make my own! This uses a technique similar to thrumming, where you crochet over another thread to add bulk to a fabric. If you have ever crocheted over your…
I’m back! I had a lovely holiday and found lots of things to inspire me craft-wise. We went to Northumberland and stayed just outside Alnwick. Lots of sun, walking, countryside, castles, and wildlife. Not to mention my great family (who polished off my blueberry muffins and banana and chocolate chip slice in 2 days flat)!…
I’m lucky enough to be going away for a week, which means I will not be posting next week. You may be hearing about my holiday next time I post! In the meantime here is a quick post about some bracelets I have been busy with this week. As you may be aware I am…
I used a lovely soft merino wool to add warmth to this lightweight sweater, which will be worn spring-autumn. Yes, unfortunately British summer nights often require sweaters, but I will not be sorry now I have this zigzag striped one to snuggle up in! I really liked the simple stitch on this chevron stitch cardigan,…
I made this necklace a few months ago, and I love it, but none of my existing earrings tone in with it very well. I don’t think everything has to match perfectly but I do like it to “go”. So, I decided to try and make a pair which would – they aren’t the most…
I think most of us have made our own cards at some point, even if it was only as a small child at school. Making a card in itself isn’t difficult, but I think most people struggle with making something they are really happy with. So here are some of my top tips to help…
I love this coffee and walnut cake. It’s a Delia Smith recipe, and I’ve made it many times as it always turns out gorgeous! If you can’t eat nuts, try substituting milk choc chips. This year I have decided to make this cake for Easter and decorate it accordingly. I don’t often go in for…
Win your choice of one of these five bracelets! I have been having lots of fun this last week or so making some more items for my shop. As you may know it was one of my New Year’s resolutions to sell a few more items through my online shop, and I guess this starts…
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