One silver lining to the Lockdown is that we see (from a distance) more people we know on our daily walk. It may just be a passing “hello” and “how are you doing?” but somehow it’s enough to open up the world. Some people I’ve not seen for years. Fellow […]
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Back to Odd
We are back to odd. National Lockdown and the children working from home are not my normal blog posts at this time of year. I’m usually sighing at the prospect of mud season and wondering if I can hibernate. Looking back, common themes seem to be picking up half finished […]
Read moreYarn Along – January
I’ve never knitted with cobwebs, but if I had, I imagine it would be a similar experience to knitting with featherweight mohair. Maybe less sticky though than actual cobwebs. Less upsetting for the spiders, but oh boy, this yarn is thin and light, and surprisingly warm. I need a good […]
Read moreLiberty Quilt
If you have ever rubbed your tummy, whilst patting your head, you’ll know it’s an odd feeling. Making this quilt felt pretty similar. I pieced it in autumn and quilted it December, surrounded by Christmas lights and festive music. The pretty floral patterns, in summer /spring colours, were in sharp […]
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