21/11/2024
Ah! My secret Santa reveal π
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Let me get soppy for a second...
I made this cardigan for one of my besties for Christmas x
She is the kinda ride or die that treats our children like her own π x
She loves endlessly and will drag me, kicking and screaming out of a pit of self-pity with her wise words, a hug & maybe a margs or two!πΉx
I struck Secret Santa gold when, part way through making her cardigan, I drew her name for our Festive weekend away x
I just needed to finish it in time x It was a close call π
Made using Aran yarn in forest greenπ x
Extra length added, and the biggest balloon sleeves know to man! π
It was a hit! πππ
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Made with love x
β€οΈ I am blessed to have the kinda friends who are family x The Bubs! The aunties to our children, offering love, support, friendship, food (always food!) Endless laughter and did I mention a margs or two! X β€οΈ
# aran # friendship # Craftingforcalm # handmade # madewithlove
02/10/2024
Hey strangers! π§‘
Just a post to say hi!
I'm overwhelmed!
Adulting sucks!
There is no time!
I'm exhausted!
However, still have a hook in my hand, keeping me sane x
This beauty makes me happy
fresh off the hook x π»
The HUGE ballon sleeves are giving me life! π§‘
Made using brett Aran yarn x It's soft, snuggly and all the things we need right now for this time of year x
02/10/2024
Happy birthday to my baby cousin π
We love you all the stars and more # # #
25/07/2023
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Snazzy new project incoming!π
23/07/2023
Dew drop shawl in Mustard Aran wool x πMade using aran wool x
I haven't made one of these in a while x
This little beauty was commissioned by my youngest daughter and made for her fabulous teacherπ
There is something so elegant in the simplicity and design of the Dew Drop shawl x I think I might need one βΊοΈ
It passed the critical eye of daughter and happily gifted, high praise indeed x
(Gutted I didn't take proper photos π’)
22/06/2023
Hello! π
It's been a while hasn't it x
I've fully immersed myself into the world of the NHS along side my Crafting Calm journey x
I can tell you that I definitely still need this extra bit of calm x π€£
I've been working on all sorts in the background, but needed to share this beauty with you!
Made for one of my best friends from all our girl group x π
What an honour to be trusted to make a very special gift for a very special birthday x π
How did this cardigan come to be you ask? π
I was sent a picture of a tile! That's right, a tile! x 'Please can my cardigan be made using the colours in this tile?!' π€£
I just love the big ballon sleeves and the retro feel to the cardigan π€π§‘ππ
And who isn't loving the retro vibe right now?!
Made using Aran yarn, it's soft, oversized and perfect for all weather's x
Love making something with someone specific in mind it makes my heart happy π
Apologies for the time it took π
Love you friend # # #
31/01/2023
New beginnings!
I have news...
Hello! π
How has January come and gone?!
It's been a month of new beginnings for me at Crafting Calm as I have started a new job as a HCSW for the NHS x π
Who knows where this may lead π₯°
It's been an intense month of training and working and trying to find our new normal x But I've loved every second...so far x
My quiet time is still filled with my wool and hooks and Crafting Calm will continue to be π₯°
I couldn't and wouldn't be without you fabulous lot and our shared love of all things crocheted xπ₯°π
27/12/2022
What a busy few weeks!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New year Crafting Calmers x πβ€οΈπ
Sorry for the radio silence the past few weeks x Last orders collected on Christmas eve and so the festive merriment began x
Thank you as always for your amazing support on my Crafting Calm journey x β€οΈ
I hope all Crafting calm goodies that were gifted have been well received, Thank you so much for all the messages and pictures xπ
It makes my heart happy to see you enjoy my crafts as much as I enjoy making them x π
A BIG friendly 'Hi, and welcome!' to those of you who have found my little squares in the last few days too x
I hope your Christmas has been kind, however it has been spent x
Here's to 2023 and whatever it shall bring x ππ₯³
29/11/2022
Good afternoon π
Slightly behind with orders as I've run out of supplies and currently stuck in with a poorly little one x
However... Brand New 2023 Crafting Calm Rivet taggies have just arrived!
New natural colour with a warm gold rivet π π
I love them x
What do you think? X
26/11/2022
WOW! Thank you so much for your amazing response to my Chocolate Orange covers and Little piglets in blankets! π―π€π
Just for now while I catch up with orders, I won't be taking anymore orders π
As soon as I have caught up, I'll let you know x
Off I go to get to create 32 Puddings, 7 Robins, 2 Santa hats and 19 Pigs in Blankets!
25/11/2022
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Headbands, hats and fingerless gloves!
Today ran away with me if I'm honest, I'm gutted I didn't get to take photos of these beauties in the daylight x
No matter how I have tried tonight, the pics don't do them justice!
So, I have a plan! I've roped in my gorgeous girls to take some snaps tomorrow x
Will you stay with me for... π€ 'More colour Saturday?' π€
In the meantime, if you have ordered before and see a colour or style that you like, drop me a message x
Thank you as always for your fabulous support!
25/11/2022
PIGS IN BLANKETS!
PIGS IN BLANKETS!
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Not the tastiest but most certainly the cutest!
Another little cutey perfect for a secret santa or stocking filler!
Made using aran yarn and filled with 100% Pure Romney Vale British wool x
I've left a little loop incase you would like to hang her on your tree too x
Each little piggy comes gift wrapped in a stamped Crafting Calm bag ready for gifting (even to yourself!) π
Β£8 each x