Lullaby Lodge

Crafting a handmade knitted shawl is a wonderfully rewarding experience, allowing you to create a beautiful garment that will be cherished for years to come.   This article aims to guide you through the process of knitting a  quick and easy shawl ,  with pretty lace eyelets.  Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, I will provide you with all the necessary steps and a free pattern to help you create a beautiful accessory for yourself, or a thoughtful gift for someone you love. Buy the PDF! An ad free pdf version of this pattern is available in my online stores... Free Knitted Shawl Pattern With its attractive striped pattern, this Garter Stitch shawl , is a fresh and colorful knitted design that comes together effortlessly, making it an ideal project for TV knitting or knitting on the go. Whether you're an experienced knitter or just learning the ropes, this comprehensive tutorial will warmly guide you through  knitting a shawl . We'll begin by exploring the

Hello everyone, it's that time of year again when we think about the men in our life, that we love dearly.  If you are out of ideas for what to give as a gift this year, then I have put together some lovely gift ideas including lots of crochet patterns too. Free Crochet Patterns If your dad loves camping, outdoor holidays or simply reading a book by the fire, then a crochet blanket would make a wonderful gift.  This herringbone scrap blanket by Salty Pearl Crochet is a gorgeous one Herringbone Scrap Blanket If your dad enjoys pottering around in the potting shed, then this pot cover might be just the gift.  Pattern by Sincerely Pam. Alex Basket I love this sunglasses case by Ned & Mimi Crochet Sunglasses Case Another great blanket, pattern by Fosbas Design Fun Weekend Blanket If your dad is a wiz in the kitching then crochet up this pot holder.  Pattern by Raffamusa Designs Tunisian Cottage Pot Holder

Hello everyone, well hasn't this month been a busy one.  We have started not one but two CAL's, and another one is on the way.  I will post more details about the next CAL in a later post.  I have also been trying to finish up last year's temperature blanket and been taking part in other CAL's and KAL's over at Ravelry, and not only that but also working on new pattern designs.  I have something coming up very soon for Valentine's too... Useful links... Hot & Cold Blanket Pattern & CAL 2020 Stashdown, Gorgeous Grannies CAL Dishcloth Weekly Knitalong Ravelry Group Facebook Crochet & Crafts Group Lullaby Lodge Facebook Page Crochet Along With Me... (January edition) So January started off with a bang and with a new temperature blanket pattern. I must say, I am really enjoying crocheting these teeny, tiny, squares each day.  So far I am managing to stay on track, let's hope it stays that way

Hello friends, this week for the Christmas craft along, I have updated another old pattern.  You can find the original pattern here...   This mini hot water bottle cover, makes a wonderful quick and easy, last minute gift.  I'm sure there is someone you know, who would love one of these. Mini Hottie Materials   1, 50g ball Drops Eskimo or any other yarn with similar gauge  500ml hot water bottle Stitch marker Needles 8mm dpn's or circular needles (using magic loop method). 7mm dpn's or circular needles Ability    Beginner who is familiar  with working in the round Size Fits 500ml hot water bottle Gauge 10 x 10 cm = 11sts x 15 rows in stocking stitch Abbreviations k - knit k2tog - knit 2 together st(s) - stitch(s) ssk - slip, slip, knit pm - place marker Special Stitches 2x2  rib - [k2, p2] Other notes:  This project will use an entire ball of yarn, if your gauge is not spot on

This morning whilst drinking my morning tea, I heard a big plop as the postman pushed something through my letterbox.  Little T rushed to fetch it for me, it was this month's copy of Let's Knit Magazine.  I excitedly leafed through the pages to find the one I was looking for.  One of my patterns has been featured in a quick knits for Christmas article.  This is the first time any of my patterns or work has been mentioned in a magazine and as I'm sure you will understand this was super exciting for me. The article is called "Keep Calm This Christmas" and is full of quick knits and ideas for the festive season.  One section of the article includes some eco friendly gift ideas, and my Splashtime Knitted Washcloth pattern was featured. You can check out my pattern for yourself right here... The magazine is also jam packed with lots of wonderful knitting patterns and also comes with a free knit kit and bonus magazine with quick and easy Christmas M