Knitting
The Baby Cardigan from Hell
On the 26th of February I started making a baby cardigan. A friend asked if I could make a baby Cardigan for a 3 month old that had just been born. She wanted it to be hand-knitted from real wool Read more
Knitting
Knitting needles on an aeroplane?
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 Read more
Knitting
A Lost Edging to the Candyfloss Shawl
A short story of a long-overdue project for a dear friend, an alternative edging, and the lost instructions.
Knitting
The First Yarn Bouquet
The very first yarn bouquet I made began in early 2016. Deciphering what I needed to do, in order to achieve what I wanted, was a slow process. There was a lot of problem solving. There was a lot of Read more
Knitting
Knitting in Paradise
Knitting in paradise is something we all dream of. When we think of “paradise” our thoughts usually turn to golden sandy beaches, glistening azure seas, and glorious sun-drenched skies. Where is your knitting paradise?
Knitting
Where My Yarn Bouquet Started
The yarn bouquet all started in 2014. Little did I know at the time, that it would turn into what it means to me today. Earlier that year my now husband proposed to me, and I had said yes. A Read more
Crochet
5 Tips to Repair Your Lost Knitting Mojo
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.
Knitting
A Yarn Bouquet For A Summer Wedding
Over the past few months, you will have seen several WIP photos of my potential wedding yarn bouquet on the Instagram feed. Totally unsure of what I was doing, and winging it the entire way, it worked out exceptionally well! Read more
Knitting
A Wedding, A Shawl & Some Spring Flowers
As many people start welcoming Autumn into their lives, and rejoice in the rich and deep colours of golden yellows, burnt oranges, crimson reds and cinnamon browns, here at Gradiance Yarns we are still indulging in custard creams, pretty pinks, and all things wedding coloured.
Knitting
My 10 Favourite Lace Knitting Patterns – Part 2
Continuing my love of lace knitting, here is the second part to my ten favourite patterns to encourage or inspire you on your knitting journey. 6 ~ Haruni by Emily Ross This pattern sat at the top of my Ravelry queue Read more