Category: Knitting

A colourful knitted sock is displayed on a light wooden surface. Nearby are a purple yarn ball and multicoloured yarn. A cat's paw touches the sock.

Long overdue

Hello, hello, I hope you’ve had a lovely week!  It’s been a bit cooler in the UK this week and we’ve even had some rain – the water butts are full again now, although...

A colourful Scubl storage box with a rainbow pattern sits on a wooden floor, next to an IKEA Kallax unit. The box has a handle and conveys a cheerful vibe. Winwick Mum Scubl box review

Scubl box review

Sometimes, I think that we knitters are a bit like magpies but instead of being attracted to shiny objects, we’re attracted to yarn, knitting needles, stitch markers, project bags … anything at all that...

Colourful knitted socks with a textured pattern, worn by someone in jeans, standing on lush green grass in a garden with flowers in the background. Winwick Mum pattern, West Yorkshire Spinners Flutter

West Yorkshire Spinners – The Butterflies Collection

Well, today is an exciting day and it feels like I’ve been keeping the secret for ever!  There’s a brand new collection of Signature 4ply yarn from West Yorkshire Spinners called The Butterflies, and it’s...

Red and pink knitting needle cases with sheep designs, red knitting needles, colourful yarn balls, and a wooden background. Cozy and creative vibe. KnitPro Zing DPN review

KnitPro Zing Starter DPN Set Review

One of the things that I love best about knitting socks is that there’s a needle type for everyone, no matter what your knitting style might be.  That’s the reason that I wrote my Winwick...

Golden field of yellow flowers under a dramatic cloudy sky, with a towering metal pylon on the left. The scene feels serene yet dynamic.

One week to go!

Oh my goodness, it’s been a busy week as I’ve been working on my plans for the Winwick Mum Sockalong 10th birthday next week.  Next week?!  Has it really been nearly 10 years since that...

Freshly baked hot cross buns on a cooling rack, featuring golden brown tops marked with white flour crosses and scattered raisins, evoke warmth.

Easter weekend

It’s Easter weekend in the Christian calendar and our lovely (and sadly, late) Rector here in Winwick used to tell me that it was the busiest and most joyful time of the year for...