Early steps in crochet – my Magpie Baby Blanket
13 May, 2016
I’m still getting to grips with crocheting but find granny squares mildly addictive. My latest creation is this summery baby blanket in Patons Summer Cotton.
I’m still getting to grips with crocheting but find granny squares mildly addictive. My latest creation is this summery baby blanket in Patons Summer Cotton.
My knitting wish list gets longer every day – there are so many things I want to knit and simply too few hours in the
I’ll be honest, I was initially a bit concerned about knitting a scarf called Isadora, given that the actress, Isadora Duncan, died when her scarf
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It’s always a good day when the latest edition of Pom Pom is delivered and, as it is only issued four times a year, each
This issue includes twelve light and relaxed summer garments and accessories, perfect for the warmer months. The knits are worked in a variety of yarns
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