The idea for this bag was dreamt up – literally – a few months before I was due to fly off to Italy for a family holiday. I absolutely adore bags, but I realised that...
I know, I know… it’s absolutely not the season for baubles. But honestly, when is it ever too early to start thinking about Christmas? I’ve fully accepted that I’m one of those people who starts...
As summer approaches and the weather starts to warm up, many of us knitters begin to reach for lighter, fresher projects. As I’m not much of a garment designer, my warm-weather makes tend to lean...
Let’s face it, when you buy a new hot water bottle they always come with a really dreadful, itchy, pills-as-soon-as-you-wash-it cover, right? It’s a shame, because you can get some really cute ones (I remember...
What do you get when you combine the absolute pure, satisfying joy of granny squares with the on-trend aesthetic magic of bonnets? Your new favourite crochet project, that’s what! I’m obsessed with crafting cosy accessories...
Life is full of happy accidents, whether it’s in the kitchen (Tarte Tatin! Coca-Cola!), in medicine (Viagra – lol, who knew?), or even in everyday inventions like Velcro. The world of crochet is no different....
I’ve got eleventy-twelve patterns to write up, a studio to clear out, a Christmas tree to put up, and a whole multitude of other things demanding my attention – but oh lordy, social media has...
You may have noticed that my designs have taken on a more natural, muted vibe lately (something I’m totally embracing) but don’t worry – I’m still a huge fan of colour! Mainly this is because...
Let’s be honest, one of the best ways to use up leftover yarn is by making hand towels or washcloths, right? If you’re anything like me and have a mountain of cotton yarn that never...
This pattern is available for free, but you can make a small donation via my Ko-Fi account if you’d like to say thanks. Every donation helps me out, supports a one-woman-owned small businss and allows...
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Much imitated but never beaten, The Mindful Blanket CAL is proudly celebrating its FIFTH (wow) anniversary! Since its launch in 2020 – mid-pandemic and amid 100% anxiety and stress for most of us – it’s...
We need to talk about velour/chenille yarn. Like, we seriously need to discuss it right now. I don’t know about you, but this yarn has been wavering between being the love of my life (it...
As the festive season is approaching, I thought it was only right to offer you not one but TWO fabulous and free knitting patterns! I know, no crochet patterns this year, but to tell you...
I don’t know about you but Christmas is by far my favourite holiday. I think it stems from the warm memories I have of spending it with my amazing and much-missed grandmother in her warm,...
Aren’t the colder seasons wonderful? Sure, the nights getting in, the rain and the cold might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but even the biggest Summer lover can’t deny that being cozy at home...
If you enjoyed my most recent free pattern, the adorable and now VIRAL (thanks!) Feesh, you’ll know that I adore knitting toys but I’m not such a fan of crocheting them. I’m not going to...
No matter if you’re a knit/crochet designer with an XXL following or someone who’s been in the game for a short time, working with brands is, at this point, an almost essential part of being...
This pattern contains yarn that was gifted by Lana Grossa for review. You’ll know by now that storage and anything related to craft spaces is my thing, and one of the best things about being...
