I've been developing my own patterns for a long time now, particularly for toys but I don't always make a written pattern, particularly for character dolls. My latest patterns under development are mushrooms. This one will have to be written because I'm planning a workshop for these. Writing a pattern is like writing in a… Continue reading Not ‘mushroom’ for mistakes…
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Garden Nostalgia
Over the last 5 months, I've become involved with our local community garden and it really has brought back so many memories. My dad, who sadly developed Alzheimer's and passed away some years ago, for most of his life was a market Gardner and Nurseryman. He did it part-time whilst he had a growing family… Continue reading Garden Nostalgia
Grandmacore
Have you heard of grandmacore? If you Crochet sew, knit, and bake (like me ), then you already live a grandmacore lifestyle. Grandmacore in the UK, also known as "granny chic," is a trend embracing the comfortable, whimsical, and nostalgic. Think handmade cushions and blankets, freshly baked cakes and biscuits, junkshop finds lovingly restored or repurposed.… Continue reading Grandmacore
Why buy a kit?
Do you buy craft kits? Do you think they are value for money? Now, I will buy kits if I want to try a new craft that needs equipment I don’t have, rather than buy lots of equipment I might not use. I will also buy a kit if it’s on sale or cheap. I… Continue reading Why buy a kit?
Scraptastic Crochet for 2025
A growing trend in 2024 and set to explode in 2025, is scrappy crochet. Basically, using your smaller scraps of yarn to make a big project. There are several ways to do this, mini granny squares being one way. You can join all your scraps to make a big ball to work from, this works… Continue reading Scraptastic Crochet for 2025
Craft trends 2025
Happy New Year fellow crafters. What are the new trends in crafts for 2025? Well, those in the know say that this year will be all about reclaimed, recycled and reused craft materials. Instead of buying new, buy second hand and re-purpose fabric, yarn, buttons, beads and all sorts of things. Crazy quilting is going… Continue reading Craft trends 2025
Christmas on a budget
You are probably starting your Christmas shopping around this time and like last year, money might be a bit tight. If you are thinking of making some presents yourself, now is the time for bit of forward planning. Start by saving materials you might be able to repurpose. 1.Cardboard tubes, the kind you find inside… Continue reading Christmas on a budget
Fall into Autumn
We are reaching the end of October and although Autumn has been slow coming this year, the leaves are finally turning and starting to fall. The countryside is rich in berries, conkers and nuts and seed heads. Its a great sources of inspiration for crafters and creatives with vibrant colours and endless bounty. At this… Continue reading Fall into Autumn
An Unexpected Bonus.
Autumn is my favourite season. I love crisp, cold mornings, even wet and windy days. I love the turning of the trees and huge drifts of fallen leaves , the colours, and the fruitfulness. And living in a small village, we get the best of the harvest season. I found this gorgeous Kirsten Holloway Designs… Continue reading An Unexpected Bonus.
Crochet on the Catwalk
Have you noticed crochet is everywhere! That Taylor Swift dress went viral and sold out in hours. And 24 hours later there were copy cat patterns and yarn bundles up for sale. If you are a crocheter, then you have the advantage of being able to make your own catwalk creations. I don’t make… Continue reading Crochet on the Catwalk
What Kate Made Today 