I’m currently working on a knitting project that I am not in love with, and trying hard to keep that all-important motivation so I thought I’d share some ideas on how you can power-up your knitting and crochet enthusiasm when you’re struggling.
Category: craft
How easy are your crochet kits?
I thought it might help to summarise on one page the range of skill levels that apply to my crochet kits. I indicate how easy each kit is in the product descriptions, but if you are browsing and want a shortlist of kits at the right crochet level for you or a friend, here’s allRead more ⟶
Organic Cotton Duckling Details
I’m so pleased to have finally been able to source organic cotton in the perfect colours for the details in my duckling crochet kits.
Pony Bamboo Crochet Hooks
Following my decision to move away from the Whitecroft Bamboo crochet hooks I have been using for several years, I have been through many trials and tribulations trying to secure a reliable supply of sustainable crochet hooks for my kits.
Eco-friendly Small Gifts by Little Conkers
If you’re looking for a little something for a friend or work colleague, maybe something just to say you’re thinking of someone rather than for any special occasion, at Little Conkers you will find a selection of eco-friendly small gifts.
Converting a Pushchair into a Shopping Trolley
We’ve had such fun over the last week or so converting our old pushchair (buggy or stroller) into a practical shopping trolley. It’s a pretty straightforward and affordable upcycling project for anyone to tackle and it’s going to be very helpful on our weekly shopping trips.
Bottle Gourd Crochet Pattern
It’s been a while since I’ve been able to publish a crochet pattern, due to how busy I’ve been in my shop with physical orders, but this weekend I’ve had the opportunity to photograph and write up the next in my series of fun pumpkin and decorative gourd crochet patterns – the Bottle Gourd.
Crochet Hooks
In the spring of 2021, I am changing the crochet hooks I offer in all of my crochet kits and gift sets, to a type I know you are going to love even more.
Robin Crochet Pattern by Little Conkers
Here is everything you need to know about my signature robin crochet pattern!
Scrap Yarn Crochet Blanket
My scrap yarn crochet blanket has been perfect, stress free relaxation at every stage, and an end product that gives the family pleasure every day. This has been the most enjoyable crochet project I completed in some time!