Just enough Karisma
11 September, 2015
A friend asked me to knit this lovely vintage-style headband. The pattern called for DK yarn and my friend wanted it in dark red so
A friend asked me to knit this lovely vintage-style headband. The pattern called for DK yarn and my friend wanted it in dark red so
As I mentioned in my last post, my weekend project was to make a pair of Elfie slippers in Drops Big Delight. The knitting part
I love the versatility of sock yarn and think it is perfect for making baby clothes and blankets. The colours change as if by magic
The Produce Show is an annual event in my village that enables locals to showcase home-grown and home-made produce. Although we are only a small
As England are poised to win the Ashes, it seems fitting to talk about cricket today. I must admit to a total failure to understand
The weather certainly wasn’t on our side when we drove through the pouring rain to Ampthill in Bedfordshire on Friday evening. We were heading in
I love the fact that are so many fabulous knitting and crafting shows in the UK. I can’t get to Woolfest this weekend as I’m
As soon as the sun comes out, I start thinking about how nice it would be to get away for a few days in our
Once again Innocent and Age UK have teamed up to raise money to help keep older people warm this winter. The call is out to
To celebrate Burns Night I have just finished knitting some kilt socks for John. Actually, they were supposed to be for Christmas but I got side-tracked
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
The new issue of Laine Magazine is published on 7 March, packed full of spring-inspired knitting patterns. Here are a few suggestions of yarns that
This time last year a visitor came into the shop to ask if I knew anyone who could repair a crocheted blanket. It belonged to
Covid 19 has resulted in the cancellation of so many yarn shows this year but the magic of technology has enabled organisers to put on