Today’s pattern review is of Scrump from BlytheMeMore. This was initially purchased to make for a friend, but it was so cute I couldn’t help but share it here. It’s silly, but some of the most fun when crafting is playing the ‘what am I making’ game with my friends over discord. The weird and… Continue reading Finished Pattern – Scrump from Lilo & Stitch
Spinning a Tale – The lessons learned from 2 years of spinning
The 2nd Skein of Yarn June this year will mark 2 years since I purchased my EEW nano and began my electric spinning adventure. Since then, I’ve tried spinning a number of different types of fibre, I’ve bought even more unusual fibre’s to experiment with, I’ve purchased a second, bigger electric spinning wheel, tried processing… Continue reading Spinning a Tale – The lessons learned from 2 years of spinning
Finished Pattern – Snakey Snake
This week’s finished pattern is the free Snakey Snake by Chronic Creator. This was made for a friend because, well I wanted too and I could. Another great pattern, super easy and really good for beginners. (Honestly, you would think at this point I’m just being nice to everyone, but the truth is, if I… Continue reading Finished Pattern – Snakey Snake
A new spinning wheel – Enter the Argonaut! (And her matching lazy Kate)
So having done a fair bit of spinning on my EEW nano, it was becoming clear that a bigger wheel would be a useful addition. Enter the Argonaut by GemmaBeaMakes Right out the gate let’s start with the social links. Not only does Gemma sell through Etsy, she has a YouTube channel where she mainly… Continue reading A new spinning wheel – Enter the Argonaut! (And her matching lazy Kate)
Pattern – Cthulhu’s Coil: The Eldritch Dice Keeper
Picture it: A bag adorned with tentacles, ready to safeguard your precious dice collection. Whether you're rolling for sanity or summoning ancient powers, this bag has you covered. Plus, it doubles as a conversation starter at your next tabletop adventure. This intermediate-level project is perfect for an afternoon, only taking a few hours to create… Continue reading Pattern – Cthulhu’s Coil: The Eldritch Dice Keeper
Finished Pattern – Silly Goose!
Such a Silly Goose! Oh where to start with this one! This is the Silly Goose pattern by Scarlet Creations. decided on a whim to do this one, started at about 4pm Saturday night and finished it at 3am Sunday morning, so uh 11 hours… with dinner in the middle. Firstly, and this is no… Continue reading Finished Pattern – Silly Goose!
Spinning a Tale – Bamboo Tops
With the Tour De Fleece this year, I wanted to join in, in some way. What better way than to explore those 25g balls of fibre purchased from Adelaide Walker at the Cumbrian Wool Gathering. It would be rude not to start with the bright orange bamboo tops (of which I had two). Ashamed to… Continue reading Spinning a Tale – Bamboo Tops
Prompted Musings – Crafting and relaxation
How do you relax? With crafting! When you work a full time job, crafting is often a go to hobby for relaxing. Spinning! Spinning bright orange bamboo tops! Spinning is fantastic if you are looking to zone out and hit zen. It’s especially good if you are in a high anxiety mode. The repetitive simple… Continue reading Prompted Musings – Crafting and relaxation
Finished Pattern – Norbert The Gnome
This week, I jumped into a free little pattern to create a Gnome for a friend. Norbert The Gnome by Stella’s Yarn Universe. Pink is this season’s Red! For someone looking for a quick and easy little gift for a friend or relative, if they like gnomes, you cannot go wrong with this one! This… Continue reading Finished Pattern – Norbert The Gnome
Finished Pattern – Yoshi Lovey Crochet Cuddly
Let’s-a Go! Time for another pattern review! This time we have worked our way through Yoshi Lovey by Damn it Janet, let’s crochet. Honestly, the moment I saw this pattern, I HAD to make it. I had just been introduced to Ribblr by Pixstitch over on Twitch and had been browsing through the app. (If… Continue reading Finished Pattern – Yoshi Lovey Crochet Cuddly
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