Category: Winwick Mum

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,...

A cosy scene with a cup of tea, a teapot, and a jug on a wooden table. A partially knitted item and colourful yarn ball suggest a tranquil knitting session.

A bit chilly

Ooh, it’s gone really cold, hasn’t it?  The forecast said it’s going to get warmer again this week, but I was cold all last week and have been wearing more layers than usual. This...

Golden sunlight illuminates green trees against a backdrop of dark, moody clouds. The scene exudes a calm yet dramatic atmosphere, highlighting nature's contrast.

Just the thing for a stormy weekend …

As if we haven’t all had enough rain lately, Storm Claudia has arrived for the weekend with wild winds and torrential downpours.  These storms never arrive quietly with gifts of cake, do they?  It’ll...

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...

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...

Close-up of colourful hand-knitted socks with a bright blue base and intricate red and yellow patterns. The socks rest on a white wooden surface.

Quick news

Hello, hello, I hope you’re having a great week! Just a quick post today to let know you a few things … Firstly – thank you so much to everyone who has entered (and...