Iceland

Yes, we are still here and working hard. The web shop is taking a lot longer than I thought and the summer holidays haven't helped the situation.

Did I say 'summer' ? I was using the word loosely as we haven't had much evidence of summer this year.

I couldn't believe it when 2 large boxes were delivered this week, MORE wool? We can hardly move for the stuff and now we have MORE?

However, I soon forgot about space issues when I saw what was in the boxes: Icelandic Lopi Wool and some delightful patterns.

I have mentioned the fact that I am mainly working on UFO's this year but still allow myself to start a couple (or several) new projects. Just now I am working on the delightful 'Owls' by Kate Davies. This is the 2nd jumper I have knitted in the round and I think this is the best way to make a jumper. Very satisfying. For this reason I can't wait to start one of these toasty icelandic projects.
Now I don't care if the weather is less than summery, bring on winter, I've got jumpers to make.

Working hard...

Just a quick note to apologise for the lack of postings. I have had so many things that I wanted to show you but we are in the process of setting up an on line shop which is consuming all of my computer time.

I thought you might like to see the exciting new adriafil wools which have just arrived, yes we hope to have them available on line soon.

I really want to be sitting in the sun with my crochet, not inside on the computer. That is my incentive to get on with the job before the weather turns.

Hope you are all sitting in the sun with hooks or needles.

KNITTING DOGS

As all of you know, every knitter has a long list of 'projects for the future' stacking up either mentally, on ravelry or as a physical pile of books and patterns. Or as in my case in all 3 areas. High in my list of 'must knit' are several of the adorable dogs in this book:

I love the Westie on the front cover and the red setter, afghan hound and bulldog are delightful. However, this weekend we were visited by a very special wee dog who attends a knitting group and patiently keeps her owner company. An adorable miniature dachshund called Bronte. She is booked onto a course with Alison Crowther-Smith, who is a dachshund lover herself.
She was well admired while visiting a we hope to welcome her on one of our courses soon.

I have recently finished Sandra Polley's Milly, for my son. He loves it, maybe she needs a few friends!

SPRING

We always love to see the amazing projects our customers have completed. Look at this unique, stashbusting shawl, all different textures, including some ruffles! Fantastic. I loved the random yet harmonious colours.

Spring always brings tea in the garden, while you knit in the sun and listen to the birds...

or look at the flowers.
We hope you are all choosing a lovely project to keep you busy in your deck chair.

For inspiration, you know where to come.

HERE COMES THE BRIDE

They're all here:

A Royal Footman

William and Kate,

The Queen and Philip,
Charles and Camilla,
Archbishop Rowan Williams,
The Ring....A huge thanks to the very talented Pauline who confessed to enjoying every minute of creating The Royal Wedding Party for our window. The detail is amazing so if you are in the area please come and have a closer look.

SAPPHIRE BLUE

I can't possibly do this yarn justice on line. It has to be seen to be appreciated in it's full glory.

Fyberspates Limited Edition Royal Wedding Yarn:

It is the most beautiful sapphire blue merino, silk and royal alpaca with silver sparkles. Individually boxed in tissue paper with a certificate.

To die for.

We have a few for sale, if we can bear to part with them.

RED WHITE AND BLUE

With the Royal Wedding looming we have started small with a corner devoted to all things red, white and blue.

The crown tea cosy is truly a work of art, every day I resist the urge to wear it (I know, I am losing the plot). It is definitely not for sale, display purposes only.
However, the Royal Garden Tea Cosy is for sale as a kit. Start knitting now and you will have it in time for the big day.