It always takes a while to get back into the swing of school after any holiday. Start of the third week, and I think we are there. Bags packed, uniform clean and folded…. ok, maybe not always folded, but ready. Even polished shoes. Occasionally. After-school activities restarted. Check. I’m able […]
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Yarn Along – Soft as Clouds
Just before Christmas, I was leafing through my copy of More Last-Minute Knitted Gifts for ……well last minute inspiration. I kept going back to the Soft as Clouds Cowl. I loved the idea of knitting with cashmere. I couldn’t justify the time or expense in the run up to the […]
Read moreSnow covered lanterns
This time of year, we usually take a trip around one of the local towns to see all the Christmas lights. Some properties use the lights sparingly to great effect. Others cram their front garden, and the walls of the house, with every kind of light display, and put on […]
Read moreBig excuse to knit small
Miniature knits are always fun. The joy of finishing a whole project in less than a couple of hours, cannot be underestimated. Especially when garments usually take weeks. No, a small knitted something, falling off the needles, is undoubtedly rewarding. Also not to be underestimated, is the fun of seeing […]
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