Back in the summer, my mother passed on a skirt to me for “crafting”. It was long and swishy, but just didn’t hang right. It sat on the shelf, whilst I considered its future. The print is fun, so I knew the fabric could be used for something, but what? […]
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Hamish, I shrunk ya trews
Before bedtime, AJ presented me with the list of things she needed to take on her next day school trip. In all fairness to her, I had seen the list the week before, but after major excitement at the weekend….it went straight out of my head. Among the list was […]
Read moreYarn Along sleeves
It’s Wednesday and Ginny’s Yarn Along already. Phew! Where did the week go. I have almost finished the second sleeve of the castle jumper. There are times when I wish I had opted for stocking or garter stitch, just for speed. I’d like to say that I’m close to finishing […]
Read moreA stitch in time
I love crafting for the household. My day is not complete without picking up my knitting needles or opening my sewing box. I will admit to a few too many WIPs (I’ve even inherited other people’s), but on the whole I do finish the projects I start. Where I really […]
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