We're back

We had a great holiday and survived the heat and the wedding and sadly, a funeral. We ate and drank very well and visited some friends and family, but not everyone got a look in … Continue Reading

On holiday

Baby Coco and I are currently on holiday in Melbourne, so that’s why it’s been a long time between drinks…sorry posts. We’re having a lovely time catching up with friends and … Continue Reading

5 things you now know

I had chicken pox twice as a child, which is apparently very unusual. I spend more time planning new projects and faffing around than I actually spend knitting or sewing or doing … Continue Reading

Mystical stripe revisted

After a major hiatus all the major knitting is done on Mystical Stripe…….lots and lots of ends to sew in and then put together and knit the buttonhole band. That calls for Kid Silk … Continue Reading

Christmas loot

Lots of lovely books and the packet on the bottom is a book full of antique quilts as wrapping paper. What a brilliant idea. Christmas gift from Mum from Mozi designs . A gorgeous … Continue Reading

Baby pixie hat

Baby Pixie Hat UK Alpaca Strawberry Cream (discontinued) less than one ball and a smidgen of Jaeger Luxury Tweed dark grey 831 – All from the stash This one is SO cute and will … Continue Reading

Spot

**Spot ** JB04 Jaeger Handknits for babies & toddlers Size 1-2 Jaeger Aqua cotton 306 chrome 4 balls The pattern calls for 4 balls and I only used a few metres from the fourth … Continue Reading

Shiny spots

Jaeger’s Aqua cotton is tricky to photograph because it is SO shiny. This is the front and below the reverse. More gift knitting for little people, I’m afraid. Maybe one day I’ll … Continue Reading

Alphabet city

I loved making this. The border became a labour of love but I’m really glad I persevered with it because it looks fantastic. The little person receiving it will love it too. I … Continue Reading

Vintage gifts circa 1972

These beautiful blankets were made by my mum when she was waiting to have me. She was in hospital for at least six weeks to ‘rest’ but spent all her time knitting and crocheting … Continue Reading