Yarn

Zig-Zag Crochet Blanket

15 January 202215 January 2022Categories: crochet, yarnTags: crochet, crochet blanket, scrap yarn projectsLeave a comment

2022 is going to be a year where I’m going to try to crochet more for myself and my family. As a crochet designer, I love the design process: solving problems, working out the best way to achieve something. But it’s also very satisfying sometimes to enjoy some mindless, rhythmical crochet, long stretches of repetitiveRead more ⟶

Organic Cotton Duckling Details

30 August 202130 August 2021Categories: crochet, small business, yarnTags: crochet kit, organic cotton, yarnLeave a comment

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.

Eco-friendly Small Gifts by Little Conkers

12 June 20219 September 2021Categories: craft, crochet, small business, yarnTags: small business, small giftsLeave a comment

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.

Scrap Yarn Crochet Blanket

31 December 202016 July 2021Categories: crochet, mending and upcycling, yarnTags: crochet blanket, scrap yarn projectsLeave a comment

This has been the most enjoyable crochet project I completed in some time! 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.

What can I do with 10 metres of yarn or less?

8 August 20201 January 2021Categories: crochet, yarnTags: crochet, quick crochet projects, scrap yarn projects, small projectsLeave a comment

I recently added sets of mini yarn skeins to my shop, and I thought it would be a good idea to share some ideas for what you can do with just 10 metres or yarn or less (10 metres is just over 10 yards), because it’s more than you might think!

Mini Skeins

26 July 202011 June 2021Categories: crochet, knitting, yarnTags: gift for crocheter, gift for knitter, mini skein, yarnLeave a comment

I’ve just added something completely new to my new online shop – sets of the cutest little mini skeins for your delight and inspiration.

Visible Mending of Woollens

15 February 201924 June 2020Categories: mending and upcycling, sewing, yarnTags: darning, visible mending2 Comments

I’ve been cheerfully darning and repairing lots of items this week. An ex-colleague of Mr Conkers, remembering the visible mending I’d done on one of his jumpers, asked if I could repair some woollens after an attack of clothes moths.

Light and Lacy Crochet Scarf

2 February 20198 August 2021Categories: crochet, yarnTags: Ravelry, scarf6 Comments

February already! I thought I’d just share some details about a personal crochet project I finished back in the autumn, but didn’t share because it was a Christmas present. I made this pretty, light and lacy crochet scarf in a gorgeous variegated laceweight yarn.

Little Conkers Craft Coffers

1 September 201530 March 2016Categories: craft, crochet, yarnTags: Christmas, craft, Craft Coffer, crochet, crochet kit, crochet pattern

Doesn’t everyone love getting a surprise in the post? Here is the Little Conkers Eco-Friendly Pre-Christmas Surprise Craft Coffer! (I may need to work on the name) Surprise craft kits, delivered to your door, or to someone you love, for a sustainable, creative, crochet treat in the run-up to the festive season.

Greetings Cards with Gingerbread Brooches

30 August 201522 October 2021Categories: crochet, yarnTags: crochet, gingerbread, yarn

Newly re-listed in my Etsy shop today, are my better-than-even gingerbread brooches which come with a personalisable recycled greetings card. This year the super-cute gingerbread brooches are made in 100% British wool that has been specially hand-dyed for me by Caroline of The Occasional Purl.