Tag Archives: wool

Birthday on a Budget/Best Present Ever!!

Posted on April 8, 2015 by

At the weekend my youngest daughter turned seven. For a long time now, she has been obsessed with unicorns. In fact I think many of her presents from previous birthdays and Christmases have involved unicorns. So much so, it can … Continue reading →

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February Stash Buster Challenge!

Posted on February 1, 2015 by

I’d noticed all over the internet there seems to be lots of Stash Buster Challenges going on and I think in February, there is a big event on Tumblr. Now, I’m not on Tumblr – don’t know if I should … Continue reading →

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How to: Broomstick Crochet

Posted on January 21, 2015 by

Broomstick Crochet is a traditional technique dating back to the Victorian period. It is a very decorative technique which can make the finest mohair’s, to the cheapest polyester and the chunkiest wools, look beautiful – whether by giving them a spider web feel … Continue reading →

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Broomstick Crochet Snood

Posted on December 18, 2014 by

My niece is doing well for Christmas presents this year, she has been watching my posts recently and has regularly spotted things that she fancies. This piece I have made specially for her after she’d seen a scarf she liked on … Continue reading →

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Anytime. Anywhere. Socks!

Posted on December 7, 2014 by

The great thing about knitting socks is that you can take them anywhere and knit anytime! I have a lovely little handbag a friend gave me, which is just big enough to fit one ball of wool, four sock needles, … Continue reading →

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Matriarchal Trefoil Progression

Posted on June 13, 2014 by

                       Using hooky technique, I have continued creating the trefoil stained glass design with the portraits of my Mum, my Nan and my Great Aunt. Recently, I have been dyeing wool blankets in lovely bright colours to use, though I do … Continue reading →

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