Round off your weekend with a little clicking! Here are 10 links to things you’ll love, from cute crochet patterns to quirky jewellery. Have a great week! 🙂
Sophie
Fall in love with the Autumn edition of Pom Pom Quarterly. It’s full of stunning, cosy-looking knits; I’m particularly obsessed with the gorgeous Maude funnel-neck sweater. And, if you’re a member of Ravelry (which you ought to be – it’s free!) you can find images of all the patterns here.
Get a little prehistoric in the jewellery department. I’m a huge fan of Brighton-based etsy sellers designosaur, and if you love all things dino then their awesome laser-cut styles are definitely for you. They’ve just reached 2,000 sales, too – well done, them!
Sign up for postal happiness! Lucky Dip Club sends out boxes of themed, personalised crafts and goodies each month. I finally signed up for my first box, which is slumber party themed (!), at the beginning of September. Sign ups open again next month and they sell out fast, so follow on Instagram to stay up to date.
Add some crafty inspiration to your Instagram feed. Maker mikodesign is one of my favourite people on Instagram – her fabric dolls are so cute, and the Miko surprise breakfasts she makes for her daughters will warm your heart on chilly mornings. If you want to try her DIY kits, don’t forget to check out her shop.
Cook up some comfort food. Now Autumn’s steadfastly rolling in, warm up your belly with this tasty recipe for macaroni and cheese with bacon and pine nuts. I’ve cooked it (well, I’ve watched Alex cook it) a couple of times and it is really good – especially with a side salad and a generous portion of garlic bread. Yum.
Kate
Add some understated loveliness to your jewellery collection. With colours to suit every taste, I love the simplicity of the necklaces, bracelets and earrings from Wanderlust. Maybe it’s time to treat yourself?
In need of a new crochet project? I’m loving these cute little chaps by Edward Menagerie. With a basket load of birds, animals and dinosaurs to choose from I know it’s only a matter of time before I delve head first into the world of amigurumi.
Buy a card just to say hello. There’s always a need for a card, whether it’s to say happy birthday, good luck or even ‘You’re my favourite blanket stealer‘. Julie Ann Art has a host of hilariously honest cards and when her Etsy shop opens again mid September I’m going to be stocking up. Bookmark it now!
Winter is coming (and I’m not saying that just because I’ve been watching a lot of Game of Thrones recently!). It’s time to pick up those knitting needles/crochet hooks and whip up a scarf and gloves ready for the winter season. Erika Knight offers some really modern and easy to follow patterns (and I say that from experience).
Order a lovely latte at The Glorious Art House in Exeter. I went there today and I’ve already fallen in love. With gorgeous mugs and crockery, quirky interior and super tasty menu what’s not to adore about this place? If you’re local get over there ASAP and enjoy a nice hot drink as autumn sets in.
Hook, Knit and Stitch 