New Pattern Launch: The Lucrezia Socks

February 20, 2026

I’m so pleased to introduce you to the Lucrezia socks today. They are such a simple, delightful knit that deliver a really lovely, and if I say so myself, sophisticated pair of socks. Designed to be seen, rather than hidden, these lacy socks are also a great pattern for anyone looking to move on from basic stocking stitch sock knitting. The lace pattern is deceptively simple and it’s easy to get into a rhythm with … More New Pattern Launch: The Lucrezia Socks

Summer in the Footsteps of Vanessa Bell and Virginia Woolf

February 17, 2026

Last summer went by in a flash of so many good things squeezed in among the unrelenting heat. The intensity may have been a little difficult to process at the time but those special times really left their mark and have been shaping my creative life and work in the subsequent months. I’m now in a position to share some of this with you. Over the next few months I’ll be releasing a series of … More Summer in the Footsteps of Vanessa Bell and Virginia Woolf

One from the Archives: Loyne Shawl Re-release

January 20, 2026

Today instead of something new, I’m re-releasing an older pattern from my archives, the Loyne Shawl. I originally released this pattern back in 2012 and while it hardly took the internet knitting world by storm, it has a loyal following of people who have made several, and people, including in my own household, who reach for theirs year after year. If that doesn’t constitute reason to give the pattern a little attention, a re-format and … More One from the Archives: Loyne Shawl Re-release

The Piccina Scarf: A close of the year quick knit

December 22, 2025

Sometimes a quick simple knit is just the thing. Whether it be a palette cleanser between more complex projects, a quick gift or simple a small, elegant, totally wearable accessory that you’re looking for, I think the Piccina Scarf will fit the bill, and so it seems do quite a few of you. The pattern was released at the end of last week just before we came away for Christmas and New Year with family … More The Piccina Scarf: A close of the year quick knit

Festive Knitting Retreat – a wonderful breath of fresh air, and lots of knitting!

December 16, 2025

December got off to great start when I was lucky enough to be able to attend the Susan Crawford Festive Retreat in the Lake District. What a wonderfully heady combination of knitting, the incredible landscape of the Lakes, the poetry of William Wordsworth, the journals of Dorothy Wordsworth and the joy of making new friends while sharing the experience. The first evening as we arrived the sitting room quickly became the hub of getting to … More Festive Knitting Retreat – a wonderful breath of fresh air, and lots of knitting!