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The Calm Stitch - Blog
March 3, 2020
Here at Homelea Lass, we believe that crocheting should be easy, and this free video tutorial shows just how easy it is to make a stunning wool scarf that you’ll wear all winter long. The easiest way to crochet is
February 9, 2020
It’s exciting if you have some chunky yarn because this thick yarn makes all the common crochet techniques look amazing! It is quick and easy to crochet with too. This article covers how to some crochet techniques with chunky yarn
January 31, 2020
This Valentine’s Day let’s raise the collective vibration and fill the world with love. Let’s make special things for the people we love, and leave hearts scattered throughout the world. Let’s give creative kits to our loved ones so they can
November 15, 2019
Giving crochet hearts instead of chocolates makes your gift-giving much more meaningful. These gift boxes fit your Chunky Crochet Hearts beautifully, and they are a sweet, handmade gift that lasts a lifetime. Here’s how to assemble your heart gift
November 13, 2019
One of the questions I get asked regularly is “how do I make my chunky blankets look beautiful?” It’s important that when you’re spending your precious time crocheting, what you make looks beautiful and well presented. My top
November 12, 2019
Here at Homelea Lass, we’re passionate about making beautiful things and making a beautiful life. One of my favourite ways of combining these is through Mindful Crochet – I use a pattern as my anchor and allow my intuition to
November 4, 2019
I was recently asked by one of my lovely customers if she would be able to manage a chunky U or 25mm crochet hook. This is something I hear regularly at markets, and once the person tries crocheting with
October 23, 2019
A handmade chunky blanket is a beautiful Christmas present – it’s the ultimate way to wrap your family and friends in your love, especially if they live far away from you. They’re quick to make and the chunky texture is
October 6, 2019
Making chunky blankets is lots of fun, the soft squishy stitches grow so quickly! It’s calming and relaxing and costs less than getting a massage! Over the years I’ve learnt how to make chunky blankets that look amazing, and
August 8, 2019
Are you feeling the winter blahs? Are the cold winds and grey clouds getting you down? I’ve discovered the perfect antidote for all the grey-ness of winter, and I’d love to share it with you! drum roll please . .
March 26, 2026, no comments.
It feels like there are so many terrible things happening in the world at present. I keep finding myself being sucked into endless cycles of doomscrolling social media and the news, and it leaves me feeling overwhelmed, pessimistic, and downright
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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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