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The Resurgence of Crochet: Why It’s More Popular Than Ever
Crochet, once considered an old-fashioned pastime, has made a remarkable comeback in recent years. What was once a craft associated with grandmothers making blankets and doilies has now become a trendy and widely embraced hobby. From social media influence’s showcasing their handmade creations to high-fashion brands incorporating crochet into their…
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Tunisian Crochet and Its Origins
Tunisian crochet is a unique and versatile craft that blends elements of both traditional crochet and knitting. Known for its distinctive texture and fabric-like appearance, Tunisian crochet has a rich history that spans cultures and centuries. This technique has been used to create everything from blankets and scarves to intricate…
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The Art of Sock Knitting
Sock knitting is a rewarding and practical craft that blends creativity with functionality. Unlike larger projects such as sweaters or blankets, socks are small, portable, and offer a relatively quick turnaround. They also make thoughtful, personalized gifts and are a great way to explore different knitting techniques in a compact…
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Spinning to Crochet
I felt it time to pull my spinning wheel out and start making my own yarn, instead of buying commercial all the time. It seems I fell into the habit of ‘just buying’ and not thinking enough about the yarn I am using. With my new EEW6 electric spinner, it’s…
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Progress
To keep the wheel spinning, progress is happening on the yarn for the alpaca/wool cushion. Already have two bobbins spun and onto the third. Going well. More to come…
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Back on the Treadle!
After so long, its about time I got back into my spinning and posting on The Woolly Mother. Work has tended to take over for quite a while, but now a balance has to be made. I’ve missed my spinning and creative side and intend to keep it going and…
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Reconnecting with ‘The Wheel’
Oh dear, I didn’t realise it was SO long since I have posted on my blog. I thought it was only a few months ago… ummm… Weeeell, it was only eleven of them… Oooops. Never mind, it has been go, go, go with work at Aurora House but for the…
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Winter Warmer Handspun Scarf
Brrrrrr… With the cooler weather in the northern hemisphere already set in, and starting to think about it in the southern climes, the time is nigh to set the wheels in motion for making sure that keeping warm this winter will be a comfortable affair, so knitting has commenced! The…
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Spinning for Winter
Now that Christmas is out of the way, I’ve been trying to finish off some knitting, and start spinning for the coming winter – in plenty of time this year, I hope! Usually, I leave it too late and the ‘winter woollies’ are not ready in time. Although so far…
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Yoga for Spinners and Knitters
Stiffness and limited movement can become a problem for many spinners and knitters. Extra exercise and movement will help to re-mobilise those stiff shoulders, wrists and joints. I found this Yoga video when looking for something to re-mobilise myself and thought I’d share it with everyone. After only the one…
