When Kate Towerzey and Diana Bensted asked me if I would open the Waltham Abbey Yarn show in January, I immediately said yes! I couldn’t quite believe that they had asked me, and kept thinking that they would say: “Actually, we’ve made a mistake. We are going to ask someone else.”
Sophie’s Universe Book
Sophie’s Universe is more than just a blanket. It is a journey of discovery and confidence-building. Written specifically for beginners, it contains step-by-step photos and hints to help you master the art of crochet. It brings me great joy to tell you that the Sophie’s Universe book is now available for sale.
Show and Tell: Sophie Becomes a Book
I cannot tell you how happy I was when I held the first copy of the Sophie’s Universe book in my hands. It is everything I had hoped it would be and more. I cannot wait for the book to be launched next week!
A Sense of Belonging
When I went on my first Scheepjes Bloggers Weekend a year and a half ago, I could never have imagined that I would make the kind of friends that I have. Occasionally I still feel like I should pinch myself to make sure I am not dreaming.
Banksia Shawl Crochet Pattern
The Banksia Shawl was designed for the February 2016 yarn retreat with Devon Sun Yarns. It is a delicate, lacy shawl with floral detail.
Oh I Do Like To Be Beside the Seaside (With Yarn)
I am so looking forward to next weekend’s yarn retreat with Devon Sun Yarns. In the meantime, I am reliving the last retreat. I always seem to come back with a million photos!
Show and Tell: Be Inspired Workshops at I Love Yarn
We had such a lot of fun at the Be Inspired workshops in Pretoria. The company was great, the snacks were amazing, and the crochet…WOW!
Smile of Joy Scarf Pattern
The Smile of Joy scarf is textured and colourful. Although the pattern works best with Willow Yarns Dappled yarn, it will look great in scrap yarn too.
Floral Crochet Snowflake
These floral crochet snowflakes take less than 10 minutes to make. What is your favourite quick Christmas ‘make’?
Charlotte’s Dream Pattern
Jenny and I are very excited to bring you the pattern for Charlotte’s Dream, a crochet blanket consisting of 12 Charlotte Squares with a simple Popcorn edging.
