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It’s Almost Cosy Season…

Basket of pumpkins - crocheted by Debbie

There’s always something daunting about putting pen to paper (old school), to create the inaugural blog for our shiny new website. No point in re-hashing the origin story, if you’ve made it this far you will already have seen it (and hopefully read it). So, a different subject required, get your little grey cells in gear Deb…

Autumn is undoubtedly my favourite season. The nights are drawing in, fires are being lit, woollies are dug out of their summer hideaway. For me it’s the colours of autumn, that amazing array that nature provides; red, orange, gold, bronze, chestnut, brown.

Let’s talk about autumn knits. How about that classic aran sweater. If it’s made from 100% wool this beauty can last for years and never go out of fashion. A true investment piece. Or how about a scarf, soft as a cloud, to keep that pesky draft from the back of your neck. 

On my needles right now, I have a pair of socks. (Fun fact, I learnt to knit in order to make socks). If you have never tried on a pair of hand made socks trust me when I say you won’t know what you’re missing. At this time of the year, they will keep your feet toasty warm. My current WIP is the ‘Seersucker’ pattern designed by our very own Clare. With this pattern it’s all about the texture. I was drawn to squidge it as soon as she showed me her finished sock. The wool I have chosen to work with is from my stash of hand-dyed yarns (a passion of mine), the label has been lost between skein and ball so I can’t credit it the maker. But for me the colour is perfect for autumn. 

Clare’s new cast on - Thick woolly boot socks - Yarn: West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab Sock DK Pattern is 8ply DK boot socks by Winwick Mum.

Ready to start your own autumn make? Our stock is bulging with warm and chunky yarns for your pleasure. Come on in and choose your favourite or go crazy and try something new ( you know you secretly want to 😉).

Happy crafting.

Debbie x