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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

Lewth: Revisited and Revised from Shawl to Bandana

August 16, 2024

I’m sure you’ve noticed the popularity of knitted bandanas or neckerchiefs of late. They’re perfect for single balls of yarn in your stash and leftovers from larger projects and knit up in no time. Also because they’re small, they’re perfect summer knitting and perfect as quick fun gifts. So when I got to the long overdue update for my Lewth shawl pattern first published back in November 2014 (gasp, even I didn’t realise it was … More Lewth: Revisited and Revised from Shawl to Bandana

Cool Cowls: A lovely little something for everyone this week

November 29, 2021

I’ve spoken a few times about how I once had my doubts about Cowls, but have since been through something of a conversion. Like so many converts, I now wonder who on earth my sceptical past self was, and want to convert every one of you to the virtues of cowls. As I sit here typing, swathed in wool socks, sweater and cowl, steaming cup of tea to my right and purring ageing black cat … More Cool Cowls: A lovely little something for everyone this week

A new, fun, seasonal pattern release: Elf Stockings

November 17, 2021

Today I want to share with you a wonderfully versatile new pattern release for Elf stockings. I don’t actually know any real life Elves but in my imagination they have pointy toes and a penchant for cabled long socks, which makes these stockings just perfect. I hope they’re perfect for you too! The stockings are knit from the top down starting with the fold over ribbed cuffed can be knit flat or seamed or knit … More A new, fun, seasonal pattern release: Elf Stockings

Introducing Kingston Lacy with a Massive ‘Thank You’!

February 9, 2021

Wow, thank you for the amazing reception for Kingston Lacy, for your blogiversary well wishes, and for the feedback on the pattern writing discussion in the previous post. It was fabulous to connect over these things, and so widely. I’ll take your thoughts and feedback with me as I work on new pattern releases in the coming months. Having thoroughly appreciated my sabbatical from designing, I’m excited that there are so many ideas and projects … More Introducing Kingston Lacy with a Massive ‘Thank You’!