• See you on the other side – surviving Christmas

    This is a comment made at a recent meeting with my autistic group. Christmas is a time of year not always enjoyed by Autistic people. It is a busy time… Read more

  • Fidget toys I’ve made

    I don’t know how much some people know about autism, in it’s various forms.  However one feature of it is a need to fidget, fingers, feet, body, suck, chew and… Read more

  • Friendship bracelets

    At a recent scout camp (jamboree) was on the Friendship bracelet base, teaching youngsters.  Made twisting bracelets, those with half hitches, and using a card with slits in.  The youngsters enjoyed it. Read more

  • Fluffy keyrings – and anything else fluffy

    I’ve been enjoying making fluffy keyrings, and bracelets and headbands.  Very relaxing to feel.  Ribbon adds texture and pure scrunchiness.  Wonderful.  I just enjoying mixing the colours too. Read more

  • No limits to crochet

    What materials can you crochet with?  This is not just limited to single threads of wool or cotton. If you want to create wonderful mixes try working 2 different colours… Read more

  • Crochet complicated?

    Have you seen all the crochet magazines, thought I can do that?  Then thought I’ll never be able to do that?  Very possibly. Can you think how many words you… Read more

  • The Spider Invasion Begins!

    I love the spiders, might make my own web, possibly a fly or 2! Read more

  • Fluffy crochet Christmas Table Decorations

    These are fluffy Christmas table decorations, around 18cm tall that I made for my nephews last Christmas.  I like making special gifts for them like my grandma made for me… Read more

  • Originally posted on Craftaceous Period: Today’s square: Kaleidoscope Blossom Size: 10 inch Pattern By: Chris Simon Hook: H Yarn: TLC Essentials Dk Thyme; RHSS Candy Print, eggnog; mystery yarns pink,… Read more

  • Day 29 – Mute Monday

    Originally posted on pomegranate and chintz: Psst…..can you hear me? Sorry, bit croaky still….but my ripple cushion is finished. …and here ’tis with the stripey cushion…. I’ve turned my hand… Read more

  • Crochet Dolls

    I made these as a leaving present for someone, to have a baby.  I adapted the design from a teddy pattern, adding hair, necklace, and forming shoes.  I was told… Read more

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