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…
Category: Patterns
March is Crochet Month UK
Crochet Easter Chick National Crochet Month is celebrated in March every year. This is a month to interlock loops of yarn or wool and make beautiful pieces to use yourself or give to friends and family members. Crocheting is often confused with knitting, but the differences between the two crafts are quite clear. In crocheting,… Continue reading March is Crochet Month UK
Flower Power
I run a Crochet social here at my home studio, a sort of crochet collective. Not quite a class and not quite a social gathering. The ladies that come along have all graduated from my beginners crochet class and now have the basic skills, and so we share projects, knowledge and crochet collectively. We take… Continue reading Flower Power
Bee Happy for World Bee Day
Saturday 20th May is World Bee Day 2023 and to celebrate, why not make yourself this lovely little Bee. Bee Happy Bee Bee Happy Pattern for World Bee Day MATERIALS Small amount of yellow, black and white DK yarn Black embroidery thread Toy stuffing 3mm hook Sewing needle ABBREVIATIONS MR magic ring Ch chain… Continue reading Bee Happy for World Bee Day