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Hooked!
My latest project is a step outside my comfort zone … it has been a while since I crocheted and it is long overdue. The yarn is Lana Grossa Shades of Cotton, in the 101 colourway. It works up as … Continue reading
Castonitis
Yep, the Single Project Status didn’t last long 😉 Last week I started a vintage style cardigan, which is making good progress, but it isn’t the best travel knitting. So I had to cast on some self-striping socks … And of course, while I … Continue reading
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Completed Cotton Top
Ta-dah! I’ve finished my Beachcomber cotton top! Capitalising on the satisfaction of finishing my socks, I was determined to complete another WIP before my motivation disappeared, and this seemed the most likely candidate. As you can see, it’s a simple T shape, … Continue reading
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Beachcomber Cotton
My recent discovery of vintage magazines in my loft set me thinking about some of the patterns I have knitted over the years, and how some were more successful than others! One of my early favourites, which had lots of wear at … Continue reading
Car creativity
Today’s unexpected knitting thought … I transferred the headrest covers from my old car to my new one, delighted to find that they fitted almost perfectly! Handcrafted heirlooms for generations of cars to come, perhaps? Have you knitted or crocheted … Continue reading
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