Lullaby Lodge

Hello everyone.  I have another recipe to share with you today.  This is a family favourite of ours, Little T particularly loves it.  As some of you know we have an allotment, where we grow our own fruit and veg.  For those of you over the pond who may not know what an allotment is, it's a small plot of land rented from either a private landlord or by the local council.  It's a great way to get outside and grow your own food and you get to meet lots of lovely people too.  We live in a very small flat and so with no garden of our own, our allotment is our little outdoor space. In the autumn we harvested many, many winter squashes.  These store over the winter really well and will last until around March or April.  It's about this time of year that I start to process any of the squash that we have left for storing in the freezer.  I simply boil, mash and freeze.  You can use any kind of winter squash or pumpkin for this recipe, so if you don't grow your own, most s

Hello friends, I hope you are all well.  So it's February already, where did the time go?  You may be thinking it's too early to be thinking about Mother's Day, but here in the UK Mother's Day is the 22nd of March this year, so we have just enough time to make something extra special and if you live over the pond you have even longer to create something beautiful.  Once again I have searched through my favourite designer's patterns, to bring you a wonderful selection of the best crochet patterns out there, many of which are super quick and easy to make.  I am sure you will find something that your mum will love... The weather is still chilly here through February and March, so this quick and easy earwarmer would make a welcome gift.  The pattern is by Itchin For Some Stitchin. Chunky Bowtie Headwarmer Who wouldn't love this Jasmine Stitch cowl as a gift?  Pattern by Fluffy Stitches. Jasmine Cowl Mum's are always so busy that

Looking for something quick and easy to make for Valentine's Day?  Or maybe a little something to treat yourself to?  This pretty heart motif washcloth will make bath time more fun and is super quick to make.  I just love making washcloths and dishcloths for that instant gratification you get when finishing small projects and they really pretty the place up. Sweetheart Washcloth Materials Cotton Aran / worsted yarn in pink and white Darning needle 4.5mm hook Size Approx. 7.5 x 8 inches (20 x 21 cm) Ability Intermediate Abbreviations US Terms (UK conversion) sc - single crochet (double crochet) hdc – half double crochet (half treble crochet) dc – double crochet (treble crochet) htc – half treble crochet (half double treble crochet) dc3tog – double crochet 3 together (treble crochet 3 together) ch – chain sp - space st(s) - stitch(es) sk – skip hrt cl – heart cluster Other notes:   Join in new colours with a sl st.   When

For those of you who know me well, you will know that making blankets is my most favourite thing and adding the border to a finished blanket is the best part of blanket making.  Don't get me wrong I love the whole process.  Choosing the design, colours, type of yarn, spending time all snuggly and warm with a growing blanket on your lap is pure bliss to me, but those final few rounds that add the finishing touch to your masterpiece, is just the cherry on the cake.  I love that feeling of completion  and achievement you get when you finish a blanket. As you know all through January we have been on a stash busting marathon, making a new granny square each day.  Well, all the squares are finished and joined and it's now time for the border.  I wanted something pretty but simple to go with all the floral themed squares.  So I thought the Iris Stitch would make a wonderful edging to my finished blanket and of course I must also share this with you all... Useful Links...

Hello everyone, it's time for the first pattern in our Charity Stash Bash CAL.  We are starting off with a simple, quick and easy wash cloth.  Toiletries are among the items listed, for you to add to your shoe boxes and a handmade cloth accompanied with a nice bar of soap will be a great addition.  You can pack your boxes yourself or take items you wish to donate to your local church (if they are participating).  This cloth has a seaside theme and will eventually be part of a spa set including face scrubbies, shower puff and soap sock. Helpful Links... 2020 Charity Stash Bash Operation Christmas Child US Operation Christmas Child UK Ravelry pattern page Dishcloth Weekly KAL Ravelry Group Washcloth Labels If you would like to take part and prefer knit over crochet, I have linked some other pattern choices along with more crochet cloths for you to make.  Just click the Stash Bash link above for more patterns and information.  If you would like to make mor