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5+ A Day
We all know we are supposed to have 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, but who really manages this? I know it is a challenge for me at the end of term, as its just a busy time of performances, assessments and general chaos. Often I find myself running on chocolate and energy… Read more
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Lattice Beret – Knitting Pattern
I designed this hat for my sister, who is much more classy than I. It is super simple to make, and a quick knitting project. I used a red chenille yarn, with a silver sparkle thread in it. You will need 1 ball of yarn. Actually, half a ball is probably enough too. 5mm needles… Read more
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Pig beanie – knitting pattern
So, here is a pig beanie. You will need 4mm needles 5.5mm needles Pink dk wool Stuffing 2 pink buttons 2 eyes Main hat On size 4mm needles, cast on 70 stitches. Rib (knit 1, purl 1) the first 10 rows. Change to 5.5mm needles Stst 30 rows Row 41: knit 3, knit 2 together… Read more
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Lamb Ear Warmer-Headband – knitting pattern
After making the ol’ Lamb Beanie, Paris asked for one as an ear warmer. Totally couldn’t say no. Please excuse the facials…. I have no real reason to do this. On size 7mm needles, cast on 70 stitches. Knit 16 rows. Cast off. Sew into a circle. Ears: make 2 inner and 2 outer ears.… Read more
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I’m giving away Max – toy from Where the Wild Things Are
A little while ago I designed a knitting pattern for Max. Here he is: And now I am going to give him away. I will post him happily to any corner of the world, to any address you nominate. He is filled with new allergen free stuffing, made with chenille, and is super soft. He… Read more
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Beanie with Tropical Island Palm Tree – knitting pattern
Clearly I have gone mad. Completely nuts. This beanie has a palm tree on top. Why? It’s a long story involving a floating island in a Pantomime. You will need Green dk wool Brown dk wool Pipe cleaners Stuffing Hat: Cast on 80 stitches in green on 4mm needles. Rib 8 rows Change to 6mm… Read more
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