Now I do love my cushions, and a bed or sofa adorned with luxuriously plump ones in all manner of shapes and soft textures is a beautiful thing. The husband however, favours actual sitting space on the settee and appreciates being able to get into bed without ejecting a hundred cushions first. So, 'one in,… Continue reading One In, One Out
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Hen’s Teeth
Last Saturday was a day I'd been looking forward to since last September when I booked the Hen's Teeth workshop. I can't think of a better way to relax at the weekend than spending a day in lovely surroundings, getting inspired whilst sewing and chatting with friends. The workshop was at textile artist Anne Brooke's studio.… Continue reading Hen’s Teeth
A Grand Day Out
Twice a year the Hebden Bridge branch of the WI hold their Rag Market. After hearing about the new and vintage textile treasures on offer, I've been wanting to go for a while but it has always fallen on my working Saturday. This time though, I was prepared. The date was in my diary and I'd… Continue reading A Grand Day Out
Have Yarn Will Travel
Last week I was lucky enough to have a little European adventure. My boredom threshold on planes and trains is pretty low though so there's always space in my travel bag for essentials i.e. a good book and a crafty project. Anne Frank's diary was the book of choice, as I had a ticket to… Continue reading Have Yarn Will Travel
What’s Hooking?
I'd been getting impatient with myself for taking far too long settling on a project for my latest Scheepjes Whirls. Each being a whole kilometre of yarn, they demand quite an investment of time so it has to be right! Now, I reckon the most talked about knitting pattern of 2017 was the 'Read Between… Continue reading What’s Hooking?
Four Bags Full
Like many families, we're trying hard to cut right down on single-use plastic because of the devasting effects on marine life. We have big strong canvas bags that we use for a 'big shop' but I'm not always organised and often get caught out without one. 'It's fine, we can manage', I lie, refusing a… Continue reading Four Bags Full
Baby Love
My first experience of a CAL (crochet-a-long) was in 2015. I'd not been crocheting for long and had finally mastered the granny square. I was digesting every crochet magazine going and I thought I was ready to move on to a more luxurious yarn and a new challenge. I'd been lured by Inside Crochet magazine. The… Continue reading Baby Love
Getting Stuffed
My introduction to sewing must have been the early '80s. In the school holidays, I was looked after by my Grandma, a retired seamstress. There wasn't much to do once I'd finished watching 'Why Don't You' on her black and white brick of a telly. We'd often hop on the bus into town and buy… Continue reading Getting Stuffed
Talking Through My Hats
January so far has been pretty monochrome. The sky has been hidden under dense cloud and we've had alternating icy rain, sleet and snow. Not the beautiful crisp sort of winter weather that makes you want to head out for a brisk pink-cheeked walk but the damp kind that chills you to the bone and… Continue reading Talking Through My Hats
Sunshine On A Rainy Day
Taking the decorations down last week left me feeling a little doleful. Thick grey clouds and rain didn't help as I mourned the colour and sparkle of Christmas. Fortunately I had the first Embroiderer's Guild meeting of the year to look forward to. Ours is a vibrant and thriving group of tremendously creative and talented… Continue reading Sunshine On A Rainy Day
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