Person wearing vibrant, striped socks in red, orange, and pink hues stands on a light wooden floor. An abacus with colourful beads is next to them.

Abacus Socks – free pattern

I’ve been in our attic a lot over the last year.  It might not sound particularly glamorous and to be honest, it wasn’t (our attic is very cobwebby with an old wasp nest that...

Cosy fireplace with flames glowing warmly. Flowers in a jar, a lit candle, and an orange mug are on the hearth. Text reads “Winter Haven KAL, 9-30 January 2026.”

Winter Haven KAL 2026 – time to get ready!

We’re counting down to this year’s Winter Haven KAL! The knit-along (KAL stands for knit-along) starts next Friday on 9 January 2025, so I thought that this weekend would be a good time to...

A wine glass and an angel figurine labeled "Love" sit on a table, set against a backdrop of a brightly lit Christmas tree, creating a festive atmosphere.

Christmas Eve

And now, at last, all is quiet and the lights on the Christmas tree are bright. We’ve had a busy day – my husband, my girls and me – making new traditions as we...

Black socks with red toes and small colourful paperclips as row markers lie on a wooden surface. Beside them, a lit candle and a red poinsettia add warmth and festivity.

I wish it could be Christmas …

in about three weeks’ time as I might actually be ready by then! 🤣 Oh my goodness, it’s been a few weeks since I’ve had a minute to chat to you – how are...

Monthly Musing – November 2025 – Tuning in

We’ve been to a wedding today. There’s nothing like a wedding for bringing out all the emotions up until the moment that the couple stand in front of each other to say their vows,...