Does it start on a Thursday night? Perhaps more frequently around 11am on Friday? The planning, the dreaming of weekend making. It is the agony […]
Late summer making – Emma Varnam’s blog
I am not sure if this is true for you, but the season seems to have sped up. The very hot weather has made plants […]
The Stargazer Blanket – Emma Varnam’s blog
There are some projects that you know will be very special even before you start them. This blanket belongs in that category. I have always […]
Mists and Mellow garter stitch – Emma Varnam’s blog
I have definitely seen the change in the season? This morning I think I felt it more crisp outside and the light was low and […]
Autumnal Grace – Emma Varnam’s blog
Is there a phrase for crafters who have finished a project and they can’t wait to wear it or use it? A WIP fashion-dash? A […]
Quick – quick- slow projects – Emma Varnam’s blog
You might think that after completing 40 knitted squares for my latest blanket…I would have had enough of garter stitch. But, Oh no this simplest […]
A Gingerbread House…for a mouse – Emma Varnam’s blog
The past few weeks have been busy work weeks, long days and full of the traditional plate spinning. The crochet making has been very much […]
Bailey Bear – a teddy to hug – Emma Varnam’s blog
It is a plain fact – I make things that I love. With toys, I’m often inspired by the children I know – I look […]
Planted – Crocheted Houseplants – Emma Varnam’s blog
You know that my favourite designs are born out of…well laughter. If it amuses me…and make my son smile – it’s a win. Then, if […]
Snuggling under your hobby – Emma Varnam’s blog
Right I am just going to say it – sometimes I just like making for making. Sometimes I have no intention of making a project […]