Pretty New Creations!

Hello! I've not shown you many of my creations recently so I thought I'd give you a sneak peek at one of my favourite new crocheted items (getting ready for Christmas...shh!)...these gorgeous snowflake decorations / ornaments - I love them!


They're all ready to be pinned and starched and hung with ribbon - to be added to my Etsy, Folksy and Zibbet shops very soon!

I was also delighted to find the perfect wool to make them with - 100% wool, unbleached, undyed and spun by a company based locally - right here by me in West Yorkshire! I love the slight differences in colour and the slight changes in the thread thickness...it gives such a lovely effect when crocheted.


What do you think?

I'm also still working on a background for my photos...I like the dark blue much better, but this tweed gives a bit of a washed out look - I'm on the hunt for the perfect backdrop! Do you have any photography tips? I'd love to hear them!

Christmas Gift Inspiration

I'm endeavouring to make as many Christmas presents as possible this year, which is time consuming, but very very satisfying! Amongst the gifts, I'll be including a few of these flower tote bags in different colours:


and a few of these flower brooches, in colours I know will be worn most by the recipient:


If you're still looking for a few last minute gifts or stocking-fillers, look no further than Folksy, for some stunning handmade designs, including...

...these little garden bird brooches for a wildlife watcher:


...this starfish necklace for a seafaring friend:


...a cheerful bunting kit for a crafty relative:


...this vegan mini-journal for the conscientious note-taker:


...a cuddly tea-cosy for the hot beverage-loving gran:


...or a pretty print for the new homeowner?



How can you resist?! Click all photos to go to source!