I'm not a big fan of all the hype that surrounds Valentine's Day. My mum was a florist, so Valentines was a big business day for her but even then I was aware of the enormous hike in prices in the week leading up to it. As a teen, all that angst about not getting… Continue reading Galentines day
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Craft trends in 2026
2026 brings a blend of sustainability, tactile creativity and a renewed love for handmade detail. Makers and crafters are fed up of seeing AI generated content that looks nothing like the real article. Sustainability continues to be a leading trend but 2026 brings a more refined approach. Crafters are choosing sustainable products such as recycled… Continue reading Craft trends in 2026
Dying arts
It used to be a common sight to see parents, grandparents, and even children in every household regularly pick up a sewing kit to sew on a button and meticulously darn their own clothes. But these skills are a dying Art It seems despite a growing interest in sustainability, fewer people are able to fix… Continue reading Dying arts
Take one doily…
I've always loved vintage crochet doilies. From early memories of them on my Nana's sideboard in the front parlour, to trawling car boots and junk shops and I've built up quite a collection. Although, I love them, they are not really my style of decor, but I use them in lots of other ways. They… Continue reading Take one doily…
Why are Gen Z so keen on crochet?
When you read or hear the word ‘crochet’, your first thought may be of your grandma, or perhaps a scene from a Jane Austen novel. For me, crocheting means self-expression and hours of fun. Crochet has always received plenty of love from a wide range of people, but during the Coronavirus pandemic, it has had… Continue reading Why are Gen Z so keen on crochet?
Trending Technique – Filet Crochet
Filet crochet is making a major comeback in the fashion world! From high-end runway collections to modern handmade pieces, this delicate and structured crochet technique is everywhere, proving that this classic craft is now a must-have trend. Whether you’re creating a breezy summer top, bag or an elegant home décor piece, filet crochet offers a… Continue reading Trending Technique – Filet Crochet
Not ‘mushroom’ for mistakes…
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…
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
What Kate Made Today 