Do you have a pattern or project in mind and want to substitute your own choice of yarn? Perhaps you are designing something and want to calculate how much yarn you will need. Let me … read more ›
Are you struggling to find a more sustainable way to knit and are unsure which yarns to choose? Let me show you how….. Sustainability is a real buzz word at the moment but what does … read more ›
Its the little things that make a difference, don’t you find? Little things like please and thank you, little things like “hello, how are you” and a smile from a shop worker at the end … read more ›
Anyone who knows me knows I like to get organised well in advance! There are already Christmas special offers in the supermarkets so I figured I’m already a bit late!! Over the next few weeks … read more ›
Close your eyes and think what the colours of your life are? Blue eyed loved one, cappuccino with sprinkles, red roses, delicate green tea, pink apple blossom, rainbows, autumn leaves….? Years ago, I went to … read more ›
Feedback from participants of a Learn To Crochet workshop on 26/05/18 QUOTE ONE – Participant of Workshop I was a complete beginner to crocheting, in Caroline’s relaxed and informal workshop I managed to learn the … read more ›
Are you creating for your own wellbeing? Someone said that to me several years ago as I began to develop Gorgeous Yarns and was getting a bit “bogged down”. It was valuable advice. I have … read more ›
There is real comfort in familiarity don’t you think? Perhaps it’s using my favourite mug for my morning cuppa, or having 10 minutes to read before I switch off the light at night. Following my … read more ›
Yesterday I was chatting to a friend with a distanced coffee. We were talking about her business and Gorgeous yarns, and also some of the emotional reasons we do what we do. We realised that … read more ›
There are about 5 FAQ that customers at shows ask me. I thought it might be useful to answer them here as it’s unlikely there will be any “real” shows this year for you to … read more ›
What is your Returns Policy at Gorgeous Yarns? Although Lockdown is being eased and you are able to shop on the high street again, we are still busy working. We are happy to accept returned … read more ›
It feels such a long time since I checked in with you, how are you? Time seems to be doing strange things at the moment: on the one hand days and weeks seem to be … read more ›
Current projects and holiday plans! I suppose if nothing else the colours of my current projects are seaside-y! When I planned this post a couple of months ago, none of us could’ve predicted how our … read more ›
Are you washing your woollies? Now the weather is better, you might be thinking about how to wash them before putting them away until the autumn. So what do you use? I have tried plenty, … read more ›
I’m a little bit mad about madder! It is such an easy to grow dye plant and gives a good range of colours; from dark brick red and brown, through rusty orange and peach to … read more ›
How are you coping with the lockdown? Are you feeling OK or are you struggling a bit like me? I find that when I’m feeling anxious, its even more important to maintain my daily rituals … read more ›
Feedback from participants of a Learn To Crochet workshop on 26/05/18 QUOTE ONE – Participant of Workshop I was a complete beginner to crocheting, in Caroline’s relaxed and informal workshop I managed to learn the … read more ›
