If you are like me then you adore top down knitted jumpers and cardigans. Knitted in one piece. Minimal sewing. Seamless look to the finished garment. And with so many designs out there you do not have to compromise on style either. But I do have one nagging problem with Read more…
When travelling on an aeroplane for any length of period, I always want to know if I can take my knitting needles on the aeroplane with me. It is nice to have something to do and helps relax me whilst the journey seems to go by just that little bit Read more…
Over the years I’ve been given numerous tips to overcome lost knitting mojo, which I want to share with you today. Along with my all time favourite that always works for me.
A few weeks ago I went to a local farm and helped with sheep shearing day. As I had never handled a sheep before, aside from feeding the little cuties from my hand, this day was a huge learning curve for me! The day came about from a casual conversation Read more…
Your spinning wheel is both a working tool and a piece of furniture in your home. And as such it should be looked after and treated with care.
Here are my top “I wish I hads” and “I’m glad I hads” that I hope will have you prepared for your first sheep shearing day.
I started reminiscing about when I began knitting all those years ago, and the things I know now that I wish I knew back then. Out of this I’ve come up with some tips for new knitters that I hope will help you be happier with the craft.
I’ve compiled a list of useful tips I use myself when preparing for a long journey that lead to happy knitting.
My yarn stash is out of control! My fibre stash is not! But what have I done differently? This simple process I have put together, if followed religiously, will help new spinners keep what is very likely to become a new addiction under control.