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Colette Violet – the sequel
So I have a bit of a confession to make. I had intended to do something different with this version, maybe some piping or something round the collar. But I was so excited to be whipping up a blouse in...
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Works in progress
It’s been all go here at S&W towers. I’ve been busy this week crocheting up a storm, whilst the weather continues to NOT play ball. Bad weather, naughty weather. It’s June. Why have I got the...
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Crafty weekend plans
Ooh it’s been ages since I’ve got into my sewing room. The reason? There’s a great big cot in the way: I’ve instructed the husband to find a new home for it as we won’t be needing it for months yet,...
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A weekend of reflection and crochet
Here in the UK we just experienced what will probably be our last proper summer weekend. It was pleasantly hot, gloriously sunny and with just the slightest breeze – absolutely perfect. I had hoped to...
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Planning ahead? I can’t see my own feet…
I was filled with good intentions not so long ago of making a stylish and comfortable maternity wardrobe. Bolstered by some fabulous donated patterns and a haul from Walthamstow market I dreamed big,...
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The evolution of the cardigan
I’ve just finished my third crocheted baby cardigan, using a pattern from (Cute and Easy) Crocheted Baby Clothes, and I just have to share this pic of all three as it tickles me so much to see the...
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Meet Pete: Crap Ted
Awh bless him. This is Pete – my unborn child’s first best friend. That’s assuming said unborn child doesn’t scream at Pete’s wonky head, unbalanced torso, lack of mouth and rickety legs. Rather...
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Completed: Granny square baby blanket
Granny square baby blanket – finished! I simply can’t believe I’ve managed to finish this before the baby arrives. This blanket has been a year and a half in the making you guys! It didn’t even start...
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Why crocheting preserves your sanity…
I am playing the waiting game. It’s physically arduous, mentally exhausting and very very dull. I am now overdue by a week. But I have crochet to keep me on just the right side of crazy. This is my...
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Ripple me this
No, there’s been no sewing going on in these parts. And precious little knitting too. It’s all about crochet my dears! I’ve revisited my first woolly hooky love in recent days by starting a lovely...
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