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The Calm Stitch - Blog
February 19, 2021
In this episode of How I Learnt to Crochet, it was a pleasure to chat with Vicky from Queeen VK and hear her crocheting advice, plus her crochet projects are fantastic! Would you love to share your crochet story with
February 8, 2021
Hello! ???? I spend a lot time talking about how to crochet, so it’s a lovely change to be telling my story of how I learnt to crochet. In the video below I share with you: what inspired me to
December 2, 2020
If you’ve done a little bit of crochet crocheting but want to improve your skills, it’s probably a a lot easier than you think. There are numerous websites that contain detailed instructions and even videos on various stitches, patterns, and
November 5, 2020
What a year it’s been! Enjoy some calm and crafty vibes by creating a happy, handmade Christmas with 4 online workshops. Let’s start making beautiful things . . . Workshop 1: decorate your Christmas Tree with love What
November 1, 2020
The first thing you’ll need to do when you start crocheting with your Homelea Lass crochet kit is turn your skein of soft merino wool yarn into a ball. Watch the video below to learn how to do this:
October 27, 2020
There’s something wonderful about the experience of crocheting a chunky blanket, and then being able to snuggle under its squishy stitches. It’s comforting and special. A question I got asked recently is “is it worth it financially to make a chunky
September 30, 2020
Do you have unfinished objects or projects (otherwise known as UFOs) in a stash somewhere? Projects that you start but never seem to get around to finishing? I have had my fair share of UFOs – knitted scarfs, cross stitch
September 29, 2020
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been collecting craft supplies for years. New projects to try, materials that you’d love to use and tools that will make your crafting even better. It’s turned into quite a collection, but the problem
September 23, 2020
When you pick up knitting, a whole world of creative projects opens up to you. However, that world can also be very confusing for a beginner. Navigating different patterns, stitches, and yarn weights is difficult. If you’ve been researching the
August 8, 2020
You spend a lot of time and energy crocheting blankets, and it’s important that they look amazing so they’ll be loved and used for many, many years. Here at Homelea Lass we’ve been designing and making crochet blankets for
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.
learn how to crochet hearts skill level: suitable for beginners size: 15cm (5.9in) x 15cm (5.9in) what’s needed: 100g mini skein of Homelea Bliss yarn (makes 2), 15.75mm (Q) crochet hook, scissors or have fun experimenting with different sized yarns and crochet
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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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