Crochet is the perfect go to for me right now, especially sitting in the evenings as tv gets very tired very quickly! I have always found it very calming, all you ever have to think about is one stitch at a time. After making the pillar to post shawl/poncho last september, I had my eureka … Continue reading yea for crochet – 2 new tanks
Funny how sometimes when you change jobs, your wardrobe seems to alter a bit - maybe it isn't that unusual but I was still surprised when I started working in my new job, that I started favouring wearing dresses and skirts more instead of trousers as in my last job. (Although, this is due to … Continue reading 2 skirts and a red raglan sweater.
I have been sewing quite a bit lately, and as I am easier sewing than writing about it, I am only getting around to this post now.....(I never liked writing in school - I can touch type, but the minute I start I seem to forget what I meant to say.) Conversely, this blog … Continue reading toasty sweaters and plaid skirt
I hadn't intended on making another sweater, but the longer the winter goes on, the more sweaters I need, and also this sweater pattern I adapted is perfect for me. It sews up quickly, and layers well. I got this sweater a few weeks ago, and only for the label '100% fine merino' I would … Continue reading Another Slouch Sweater – Maroon Merino
I have this pullover/sweater/jumper in the to-do bag for a bit. I had deliberated over a sweater dress, using the scarf to make an extension to the length, or Alabama Chainin inspired shrug/bolero (from scarf) and long skirt (from jumper) As I haven't really worn the Alabama Chanin makes from earlier in the year it … Continue reading pullover to baselayer – raglan sleeve polo
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