Welcome to the first of this series of wash or dishcloth patterns. These are great ways of practising new techniques, or knitting quick projects. I also like to include them with a handmade soap as a quick gift idea. Cleaning cloths also make terrific gag gifts. You will need: 4mm knitting needles DK Cotton yarn…
FLiving in the town where all the soldiers trained to leave for WWI keeps the war right in the centre of your vision. Yesterday a sculpture was unveiled for remembrance of those who fought, and those who were left behind. It’s also the time of year that knitted poppies appear, perfect for yarn bombing. A…
So, this has become a thing. The pattern will be out shortly (maybe 3 weeks?) but you will be able to whip it up in time for Christmas gifting. Messy bun or ponytail hats have continued to be a winner, and something I have worn a lot over the winter break. Now that the weather…
Last year was both a good and a bad time to be a woman. It started with a worldwide movement and marches, where I sent hats off to my friends to march in, both for the Women’s March and the Science marches later on. This year the marches are planned again. I’m not sure if…
Hello all. A few days ago you were meant to be seeing this post… but instead I tipped a cup of coffee directly into my laptop… and now I’m working from my iPad… so it’s just taken a little longer to sort this all out. However, here it is. The Messy Bun Hat Pattern has…
And it is the last day! I hope you have enjoyed this list of 12 things, all pretty quick to make. Here is the last one. From start to finish, it takes less than an hour. Christmas Hat Bauble This is literally the shortest knit I have ever produced. Insane. You will need: 4mm needles…
In winter I love holding a coffee in my hands, and basically taking a moment to think. Here is a quick knit coffee cozy knit in the round, with a subtle Christmas tree. Make one of these for a quick stocking stuffer or last minute gift idea… include a mug, fancy coffee, or a coffee…
