New Pattern: Barlow Cowl

The Barlow cowl is a beautifully simple project, edged in picot stitches. This is a great project for a quick make gift, stash buster or to practice lace stitches. The cowl is worked flat, but experienced (or adventurous!) knitters could easily adapt to be worked in the round. As always, the pattern can be purchasedContinueContinue reading “New Pattern: Barlow Cowl”

Reflecting on 2023

I never like it when people post on social media that it has been the best/worst (delete as appropriate) year of their life. I don’t think you can measure happiness by a Roman calendar. I expect ups and downs each year; a greater proportion of one or the other. I, myself, have been guilty ofContinueContinue reading “Reflecting on 2023”

Christmas 2023

I hope you have had a relaxing festive break. I have been fortunate enough to have lots of family visiting from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day, but I am having serious crafting withdrawal. I am back to my day job today, but after work I will relax quietly, probably with some mitten knitting and certainlyContinueContinue reading “Christmas 2023”