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Yarn crazy

Ok.  So, you know I can have a bit of a yarn addiction.  Well, ok, maybe more than a bit. I received the latest update from Black Sheep Wools (a fantastic yarn store near Washington, Cheshire) which was showcasing this yarn from Debbie Bliss; Lara.  It’s a blend of 52% merino and 48% superfine alpaca.… Continue reading Yarn crazy

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It’s a wrap!

Well, a blanket or bedspread actually.  My Never-ending Granny Square is finally finished.  At least I am claiming so despite just three feet of border to go. I was hoping to finish it two weekends ago, mainly as the weather was not particularly nice; wet and moody weather and not conducive to going out.  But… Continue reading It’s a wrap!

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Friday Roundup #11

Not much crochet action this week.  I’ve been away two nights, and both blankets are too bulky to take with me.  Plus I knew I would have little opportunity to do anything anyway. Last weekend though, despite having a walk on Sunday, I managed to get well on towards the end of the Never-ending Granny… Continue reading Friday Roundup #11

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(Non)Friday Roundup #10

Well, I went to write a roundup last night but the iPad was down to about 5%, so instead I got my crochet out and watched the last episode of Doctor Who on my phone; getting ready for the new series to start on Sunday.  I don’t normally watch it, unless my niece is staying;… Continue reading (Non)Friday Roundup #10

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Here I go again!

My, my, how can I resist you. What is it they say about idle hands?  Anyway, mine don’t stay idle long enough!  Still, with two projects in WIP status, I go and add another.  I must be mad. This is a blanket for my mother in law.  I promised to make one at Christmas last… Continue reading Here I go again!