My mandala wall has made me smile for close to two years now. It is my happy space! It reminds me of the glorious, talented network I have built up since I started crocheting and designing. It also reminds me of the kindness and generosity this community embodies. Doesn’t that just tie in so nicely […]
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‘Day in the Life of a Crochet Designer’ Podcast
Doing a podcast interview is probably the scariest yarn-related activity I can participate in. I used to hate the sound of my own voice, and although I have gotten more used to hearing it ‘on air’, I still wouldn’t go as far as to say that I like it. Not only do I dislike listening […]
Ubuntu Reveal
Good morning you beautiful not-so-patient bunch! I thought that I would feel a huge sense of relief when I wrote my last post, finally outing myself as the designer for the next official Scheepjes CAL. Instead, I have been bouncing up and down since Friday, too excited about showing you what it looks like to […]
Coming Soon… Ubuntu
I feel like the title of this post should have been ‘!!!!!!!!!!!!!!’ or ‘Stop the Presses’! Something to echo the speed and sound of my heart racing away in my chest! It has been more than three years since I embarked on the Sophie’s Universe CAL (crochet-along). I kept meaning to do another CAL, but the […]
I’m Going on a Crafty Cruise!!!
I will be giving crochet workshops on an Australian/NZ cruise next year in February. I would love it if you joined me for ten days of crafty cruising along with Paula Storm and Mandy Murray!
Our Tribe Yarn: A Sweet Journey
When I started this yarn/crochet peregrination, I had no idea just exactly how many exciting twists and turns this journey would take me on. Our Tribe is a celebration of my crochet journey and the friends I have made along the way.
Memory Lane Blanket: Work in Progress
The Memory Lane Blanket uses colours reminiscent of summer twilight in an English garden. The stitches are simple, floral, and meditative!
Picking Yarn For a New Project {And Figuring Out What Inspired the Colours}
I have embarked on a new adventure… or rather, an old adventure with a new twist. This time, I am basking in dusky pastels, reminiscent of period dramas and sultry summer evenings in the British countryside.
Look At What I Made Newsletter
I’ve taken the unusual step of making this newsletter into a post on my blog. I know, it’s been a while since you last had a newsletter from me and you might have been wondering where I’ve been…
Mandala 21 – a Pattern by John Kelly
Mandala 21 was designed by my friend John Kelly 3 years ago and remains one of my most feel-good crochet makes. The pattern is suitable for adventurous beginners.
