Usually, when you work the first row of crochet you Insert the hook into a foundation chain. Find out how some different ways to do this in this photo tutorial, for right-handed crocheters.
The Knitter magazine has just published the pattern for my Durham sweater. This men's sweater features several stitch patterns inspired by the brickwork at Durham cathedral.
© Amy Gwatkin 2016 Striated cowl Let me introduce Striated, which is about to be published in the Spring 2016 issue of Pompom Quarterly. Spring is my favourite season, but here in the UK, it can be a bit chilly. I wanted Striated to be light, but provide warmth when needed. So,…
Musings about wellbeing in 2015 and working to improving personal sustainability in 2016.
Autumn Colours: in which I'm musing on the changes in colour and atmosphere. at this time of year.
In this review of my visit to The Big Textile Show, 2015, I show you some inspirational exhibits and some tempting goodies.
At the Big Textile Show in 2015, we tried to beat the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to yarn bomb a Mini car.
Let's visit some of the art shops, craft shops and yarn shops in Avignon, Arles and Nimes, Provence, France.
The bunnies are telling everyone about their holiday hopping adventures in an amphitheatre and how they were nearly kidnapped!
Double knitting creates a knitted fabric with two right sides. Find out how to work double knitted stocking stitch in this photo tutorial, for left-handed knitters.