Crochet
Christmas Crafting

Christmas Crafting

I know, it’s only mid November and it’s too early to be talking about Christmas, but when you like to make stuff then you do need to start in good time. Every year I have grand plans to make things but always leave it too late. I’ve started earlier than usual this year but I...
Crochet hats

Crochet hats

Life has been so busy recently that my crafting mojo seemed to head off on a holiday and, apart from some cakes, I’ve done hardly anything creative for a while. This always makes me twitchy as I’m at my best when scattering yarn and fabric round the house and creating a crafty mess! When the...
Stash busting

Stash busting

Last year I made a huge effort to do more crafting, in particular knitting, crochet and sewing. I made a good start but didn’t get as much done as I hoped. However, over the past few years I have built up a hug stash of fabric and yarn and this is the year when I...
Makes of 2010

Makes of 2010

We had quite a crafty year last year, but this year I’m aiming to top it with lots more knitting, crochet, sewing and loads of crafts for the children. Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming makes, but in the meantime, here are some of the things we made in 2010.

Crochet blanket

When I first saw this granny stripe blanket pattern on Attic 24 I just had to make one. I love rainbow colours but I knew it wouldn’t really fit anywhere in my house. However, I then thought of the perfect person to receive the blanket! So I started this for my niece before she was...

Crochet rug

Many of you, especially those who follow me on twitter, will know that crochet has not come easy to me! I can knit no problem and have knitted several items of clothing for my children, but crochet – just can’t get it! With this is mind, you will understand just how proud I am of...

February makes

In a bid to stop myself being so lazy I am going to do a photo montage at the end of each month showing what I have made. I am busy with cakes orders at the moment but I really want to make sure there is a balance of cakes and other handmade items each...

February Secret Post Club

Last month I was really excited to join the Secret Post Club – a fantastic idea from Heather at Notes from Lapland. Each month you are given a blogger to send a secret gift to and you receive something from another blogger. You can send anything – something you’ve baked, knitted, sewn, a book you’ve...