Busy Busy

Today I will be desperately trying to finish my two designs for The Crochet Project first collection ready for the shoot. If you haven't already pop over to The Crochet Project to find out what we are all about. There are some fantastic crochet skills blog posts planned so its worth marking the blog in your readers.

I also need to write my next pattern for Simply Crochet so that I can get it made in any spare minute that may occur over half-term. Half-term = no child care = less time to do anything. Unfortunately my work schedule doesn't really allow for this (again) I will keep the Easter holidays free! 

The first design I did for Simply Crochet is in Issue 2 which is in the shops now. Its a lacy poncho that looks impressive but is actually quick and easy to make.

photo from Simply Crochet

Yesterday I spent another fun morning with the ladies of the Cam City WI at the Cambridge University Botanic Gardens working on our crochet arts project for the Festival of Ideas - yesterday was all about lichen! (yes, it is a strange job at times but lots of fun and a nice challenge) Here is a blog post about our first meeting that explains the project a little.

I am also getting ready to launch my very first (mini) collection as part of the Malabrigo Freelance Pattern Project. Look out for a post soon on the behind the scenes at the shoot and more details of the patterns.

Until then I shall be head down and crocheting at any chance I get....