Sweet treat Christmas Pudding
This Christmas pudding has a secret: flip back the sauce to find a hidden stash of sweet treats.
Modifying a set-in sleeve sweater
In this post I run through all the modifications I made to an upcoming pattern in order for it to fit my body shape better. The main focus is how to do a full bust adjustment to a set-in sleeve armscye, though the same principles apply if you wanted to make the bust smaller too.
Set-in sleeve construction
In this post, I take a deep dive into the construction of a set-in sleeve and the essential measurements you need to understand fit. Once you understand this, it is easier to know how to adjust a pattern to fit your body shape.
Drogo Summer Wrap
This light summer wrap has strong geometric lines contrasting with the soft curves of the cabling panel.
Dunelm hat
A classic beret with a celtic knot twist. The celtic knot is created from weaving i-cords.
Hebrides Scarf
This scarf offers a simple lace celtic knot in three different sizes, allowing you to mix and match.
Imbolc: the Green Man, Jack Frost and snowdrops
I've been observing the yearly fight between the Green Man and Jack Frost these last few weeks. The Green Man is definitely stirring. Here, in our garden, the snowdrops and hellebores are already in flower. To celebrate the return of spring I have been developing a snowdrop in lace knitting.
Babycrofter DK scarf … and gloves
Several winters ago I knitted Monster his first scarf. Recently, as the weather has turned colder, Monster has been wearing his scarf again. Avidly watched by Menace. Seeing tantrums in my near future, I decided to preemptively knit one for Menace too.