Whatever you are sewing, it can be difficult choosing the right kind of fabric for your project. It's hard enough when you need for a lightweight cotton! There are so many colours and prints to choose from. With knit fabrics, not only are there lots of colours and prints, there are also different types, weights and levels of stretchiness. Obviously the kind of fabric you're going to choose will be dictated a little bit by what you're ... Read the Post...
Crocus Coloured Mug Cosy Tutorial
Carrying on with the theme of spring, I decided to remake a mug cosy that I designed back in 2015 in crocus colours. I love cabling, and getting different textures that look like weaving, and at the time, I only knew cabling and things as a knitting technique. I didn't realise that it was possible to achieve the same kind of thing with crochet. This time I decided to redo the mug cosy tutorial with 2 colours. The colour that is not being ... Read the Post...
Finding Inspiration in Spring Colours
We're now into March, and although it was snowing here yesterday, signs of spring are everywhere. The bulbs I planted in the autumn have sprouted, and in my garden there are crocuses, some early daffodils and grape hyacinths. While I've been out roaming the village, I've spotted snowdrops, buds on trees and blossom. I quite like winter, but when it gets to this stage, I'm ready for a change. I'm looking forward to more daylight and warmer ... Read the Post...
Embroidered Spring Wreath in an Embroidery Hoop
Back in the autumn, I made a little embroidered autumn wreath in an embroidery hoop. It was my plan to make one for each of the four seasons. I haven't yet made the winter one, and while February is most definitely not spring, this week has felt like spring might be on its way. That's enough to want to start some spring themed projects! So I've made my little spring wreath. It's the same size as the autumn wreath. The hoop is about 8 cm ... Read the Post...
