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July 25, 2020
Here at Homelea Lass, we want to easily make beautiful things, and this means our crochet patterns are delivered as online classes so we can help you with video tutorials. There are 3 different ways to access your crochet
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July 23, 2020
Have you heard of Craft Swap? It’s a brand new way to buy, swap and sell craft supplies within Australia, and the very first Craft Swap Meet is on soon! On Saturday 1st August between 9am and 1pm you’ll be able
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July 10, 2020
Self-isolating and being at home still feels strange, doesn’t it? The good news is – we will survive this, and you might just flourish through it! I’ve been living with chronic fatigue for 7 years and have discovered how to
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July 5, 2020
We’re looking forward to being part of Handmade Canberra’s Winter Virtual Market on Saturday! We’ll be (virtually) opening the studio doors from 9am to 9pm and, just like at a “real” market, I’ll be answering all your questions on our
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July 3, 2020
I was completely heartbroken when I learned the “Australian Made” yarns I’d been crocheting with were partially made overseas. I was buying Australian made yarns because I felt it was wasteful for wool to be transported overseas and then brought
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June 12, 2020
The online course with pdf crochet patterns is available here, and the chunky crochet bundle is available here. Your head and heart will be snuggly and warm when you’re wearing one of these soft and squishy chunky beanies. The free
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June 4, 2020
We’re looking forward to being part of Finders Keepers At Home this weekend. Finders Keepers have put together a magical weekend of online fun! Just like being at a market in person, there’s an amazing selection of Australian designers
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June 3, 2020
Being able to knit and not being able to crochet is something I hear all the time – you’re in good company! The good news is that knitters that have been so frustrated trying to crochet have successfully mastered crocheting
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May 30, 2020
Hello lovely, how are you going today? I just wanted to chat about shipping for a moment. COVID-19 has changed our lives and we’re shopping online more than ever. This, combined with social distancing measures and fewer flights, is resulting in delivery
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May 13, 2020
We’re so excited to be opening up our studio (virtually) as part of the Vogue Knitting Live Virtual Marketplace! COVID-19 has brought massive changes to our lives, and one of the blessings is that we’re able to be part of
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November 6, 2021, no comments.
I know so many of you have been waiting for this, and I’m so excited that I can now share it with you! My Christmas Wreath crochet pattern and online course is exclusively available through the Holiday Craft Summit 2021 which
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July 27, 2020, 2 comments.
With COVID-19 changing our lifestyles, it’s the perfect opportunity 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
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June 12, 2020, no comments.
The online course with pdf crochet patterns is available here, and the chunky crochet bundle is available here. Your head and heart will be snuggly and warm when you’re wearing one of these soft and squishy chunky beanies. The free
Read more Categories: Chunky Crochet, Free Crochet Patterns, Popular
March 13, 2019, no comments.
One of my lovely customers reached out recently and this is what she said: “I love pom poms but I get annoyed when I can still pull fibres out once finished. Do you have a tip that prevents this?” I
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January 31, 2019, 2 comments.
Thanks to Marie Kondō and her hit show, “Tidying Up”, I am celebrating all the things that spark joy in my life. Some of my favourite things are not surprisingly crochet related, but there’s one little item that always makes
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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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October 12, 2018, no comments.
The Toasty Heart Teapot Cosy is lovely – it’ll warm your tea, and your heart, every time you use it. It’s the perfect gift for a tea-loving friend (especially at Christmas), or why not spoil yourself? size The
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October 1, 2018, 2 comments.
The online course with helpful video tutorials to make this gorgeous cowl is available here, and the chunky crochet kit is available here. welcome Hello and welcome to the Spring Headband and Cowl crochet pattern! I’m so glad you’ve
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August 11, 2018, 112 comments.
Hello lovely, how has your week been? After a month of wonderful craziness, this week has been quieter and it’s been so nice. I’m feeling like myself again. This week I’ve immersed myself in Shelley Husband’s Granny Square Flair book.
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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
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