Just as there’s differing terms for yarn weight, the UK and US have different crochet stitch terms and it can get incredibly confusing – especially… Read More »What’s In A Name – UK vs US Crochet Stitch Terms
Neither my fabric stash nor my yarn stash is particularly big, but I want to be able to use what I’ve bought to the fullest.… Read More »Scrap Busting Projects – Part One
If you haven’t already guessed by the countdown clock on the home page, or by my increasingly excitable instagram stories, I’m launching the shop for… Read More »Haberdashery Pre-Orders!
Like many others this September, I’ve been following and posting along with The New Crafthouse’s #sewyourselfsustainable challenge on instagram. One thing I keep noticing is… Read More »Photographing Your Makes – Top Tips
I’ve not had as much chance to make things this past month; starting to work again for my filmmaking business meant I had less time… Read More »Sewing Inspiration and Much More: July’s Makes
I’m usually reasonably organised and can plan my work ahead of time to ensure I’m being as efficient as I can be. But for some… Read More »Planning Your Makes
If you’re new to the world of knitting or crochet, you might be wondering what yarn weight is and which type you need for your… Read More »Choosing The Right Yarn Weight For Your Project
As I’ve only recently started learning to crochet, I initially found it quite difficult to read crochet patterns. I’m still learning, though I don’t feel… Read More »Learning To Read Crochet Patterns
More of us are becoming aware of the impact we’re having on the planet and are actively making choices which reduce this impact – but… Read More »Textile Recycling in the UK
Like many others since the lockdown sparked by Covid-19, I’ve had far more time on my hands to make some of the many things on… Read More »What I’ve Been Making During Lockdown
