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January 12, 2014
Do you have a soft spot for chunky scarves? I do. I thought I’d share with you the chunky scarf I crocheted for a friend awhile back. I love how the wool yarn alternates between thick and thin and how
January 5, 2014
It’s been a hot and dry Christmas and New Year in my part of the world. We had some green grass before Christmas, but as we’ve had no rain it’s all turned brown and crisp. Except for the bit of
December 18, 2013
The Christmas season makes me grateful, grateful for all the good things in my life. Last year I thanked the special people in my life by sending them Christmas cards, something I hadn’t done for years. When it came to sending
December 1, 2013
Do you want to make a white Christmas – Aussie style? Since it’s highly unlikely that it’ll snow in Australia for Christmas (or just plain impossible), I’m creating a white Christmas by crocheting snowflakes. The pattern is quick to make
November 29, 2013
Some days does it seem like the world is against you? I’ve been doing some bloggy reading this morning. When I was going through Jan from Poppytalk’s interview with Holly Becker about Decorate Workshop I read something which really struck
November 27, 2013
Yep, it’s true. The impossible really is possible. But there’s a key to making it happen. Recently I’ve been thinking about how my values and thoughts can stop me from doing things. When really, if I set my mind to
November 10, 2013
As the days get warmer I find myself putting away my thick woollen projects and looking for finer and cooler yarns to work with. The “you spin me round necklace” was born out of this desire and is full of
September 12, 2013
Did you know that September 12 is International Crochet Day? I love that my favourite crafty activity has it’s own day, and to celebrate I thought I’d share some of my favourite crochet inspired photos with you. I’m currently working
September 11, 2013
My Coconut Ice Chevron Blanket has been quite popular so I thought I would share with you how I came up with this design and a bit more about the materials I used. I was inspired to create a modern version
July 17, 2013
It doesn’t snow where I live, it just doesn’t get cold enough. This means I’m generally not inspired by snowflakes, I save this for trips to the snowfields. When I came across the pattern for a snowflake scarf in Interweave
October 7, 2024, no comments.
There are many different things that can be crocheted – toys, blankets, cardigans, scarfs, baskets and more – but what’s the best thing to make when learning to crochet? Crocheting is made up of lots and lots of stitches, and
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June 21, 2024, no comments.
You can easily crochet gorgeous blankets . . . Relaxing with chunky crochet is one of the best things in the world – the soft squishiness combined with the quick progress makes it my favourite way to escape from
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January 30, 2024, no comments.
Escape from the craziness of life and into the happiness of crocheting by going on a yarn adventure. The new Yarn Advent-ure Blanket pattern let’s you choose your yarn size, your blanket size, your colours – it’s your unique yarn
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March 20, 2023, no comments.
Hello, it’s Lynda here from Homelea Lass and I’m glad you’re diving into crocheting scarfs. They feel so good to make for yourself or your friends and family, and are a great way to build your skills and confidence before
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July 27, 2020, 2 comments.
Want to learn a new skill which is good for your mind, body and soul? Crocheting is such a beautiful way to relax and easily make scarfs and blankets. Traditionally, crocheting has been taught by sitting beside someone and
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June 12, 2020, no comments.
Your head and heart will be snuggly and warm when you’re wearing one of these soft and squishy chunky beanies. The free crochet pattern is lovely and easy to make and even a bit addictive – you’ll be whipping up
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November 20, 2018, 3 comments.
Do you want to know how to make these gorgeous crochet hearts? Have a look below for the free crochet pattern and video tutorial, or get free access to the upgraded online course (left and right handed) here. skill
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June 29, 2018, 5 comments.
A question I get asked a lot is “how much chunky yarn do I need for a throw?”. There are lots of different factors involved, so I’ve put together my expert knowledge and recommendations for you. What influences how
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June 28, 2018, no comments.
One of my lovely customers reached out to me today because she’d made a Grounded Cowl and it wasn’t big enough. The 30 stitches in each row came out to be 90cm around, instead of the 100cm in the design.
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January 26, 2018, 2 comments.
At present I’m absolutely loving immersing myself in creativity on during weekend. It’s making me feel happy and warm on the inside, especially when I’ve got a cup of tea and I’m pouring over my pattern books, delving in Ravelry
Read moreJune 28, 2017, 6 comments.
A question I get asked regularly is “what can I make with a skein of your chunky yarn”? Homelea Bliss is so soft and squishy that it’s just asking you to make something with it! The good news is that
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May 20, 2017, no comments.
To be whole we need balance. Just as there is there is day and night, we need both activity and rest. The last month has been such a whirlwind of amazingness for me – new designs, wonderful connections, market preparations and
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