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*hums* Never Smile At A Crocodile…

September 29, 2014 by The Twisted Yarn 54 Comments

…cos you can’t get friendly with a crocodile… *here endeth the hum*

Sorry, bad habit, humming. Sometimes, since having children, I’ve caught myself walking down the ward at work humming ‘Row, row, row your boat’. Not very professional, is it?

Anyway, back to the crocodiles. TheTwistedYarn, the Toddler Twinnage, the Stoic Spouse, and the in-progress Arne and Carlos blanket have been on (a very short) tour. Look! Here we are, pottering through the Oxfordshire countryside in the cool autumn sunshine.

Arne and Carlos blanket on tour
Arne and Carlos blanket on tour

We were on a mission, hitherto promised to the Toddler Twinnage, to go see some crocodiles. So, as yer do, we pottered over to Oxfordshire’s crocodile sanctuary. Hmmm… crocodiles and Oxfordshire…. two rather incongruous concepts, given that our nearest native crocs must be several thousand miles away in more humid climes? Of all the things Oxford/Oxfordshire is famous for, crocodiles ain’t exactly high enough up the list to be vying for the trophy, are they? To be honest, we don’t really do scary beasties at all round here, although I’ll concede that autumn wasp stings can feel awfully sore for a while.

But back to The Crocs Of Ox. We found them! Here’s a ‘snap’:-

Nile Crocodiles. No smiling allowed.
Nile Crocodiles. No smiling allowed.

We also found a perfectly sensible solution to the problem of mischievous visitors:-

Simple Solution
Simple Solution

I met a sage old croc called Daisy, and showed her the Arne and Carlos blanket. Actually, I tried to extol to her the benefits of knitting, given her sedentary lifestyle. But Daisy remained impassive, staring at me with mean marble eyes and I suspect fantasising about human-shaped lunch served with a lightly piquant sauce. I don’t think we’ll be seeing her on Ravelry any time soon.

Crocodile, meet knitting.
Crocodile, meet knitting.

And coming home, I worried about the lack of knitting/crochet angle of the blog post that I was composing in my mind, so I went online and found… the crocodile (crochet) stitch! Look at this beauty! I think even Daisy would be impressed. I found a tutorial here. It’s actually easy to do, and the perfection of the numbers and arrangement behind it are so so satisfying to a logical mind. Here’s a quick swatch that I crocheted. It’s a lot easier than it looks:-

Crocodile Stitch (crochet)
Crocodile Stitch (crochet)

I’m thinking a scarf, no? Or maybe a crazy scaly hat?

Anyway, that’s all for now. TheTwistedYarn has a vile stinking cold, and is retreating to the medicine cabinet. Again.

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Comments

  1. thecontentedcrafter says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    I’m sorry for your cold – and who knew Crocodiles in Oxfordshire ….. surely there is a song in that! Which reminds me singing anything in a psych ward must be good for the patients…. except maybe rap 🙂 Thanks for the lovely new stitch – isn’t it fun! I signed up to THAT free site – my world grows daily larger and more exciting 🙂

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:40 pm

      Gah! You’ve got me trying to make up crocodile songs, now! 🙂

      Reply
      • thecontentedcrafter says

        September 30, 2014 at 6:51 pm

        Well that’s good – you must be feeling better 🙂

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      • The Twisted Yarn says

        September 30, 2014 at 6:53 pm

        🙂

        Reply
  2. mountaingmom says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:29 pm

    I love your posts but now I’m humming that dratted song. Love the crocodile stitch. May have to look for that one.

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:40 pm

      Oops. Apologies for the ear-worm. It is quite an irritating song.

      Reply
  3. Missy's Crafty Mess says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:30 pm

    Hope you are feeling better soon. Your blanket looks awesome. That crocodile stitch would make an awesome scarf especially with that color combo.

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:41 pm

      Thank you. And yes, I agree it’d be perfect for a scarf.

      Reply
  4. sazcreates says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    LOVE that crocodile stitch! Hope you feel better soon *hands over box of tissues and Lemsip* x

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      Thank you. 🙂 *snatches tissues and Lemsip with undignified haste.*

      Reply
  5. eclectichomelife.blogspot.com says

    September 29, 2014 at 8:54 pm

    I think a hat would be fabulous in this. It looks brilliant. Plus all the sneak peaks of the A & C blanket are wonderful. Happy happy post

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      Thank you. 🙂

      Reply
  6. mollieandclaire says

    September 29, 2014 at 9:00 pm

    Blanket is gorgeous and that crocodile stitch is fab! It would make a great cushion cover.

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  7. Carole says

    September 29, 2014 at 9:50 pm

    Love your crocodile stitch. I used it for a cushion cover and it looks much more complicated than it actually is.

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      Oh! Oh! Have I seen it and been stupid enough to forget? If not, pleeeeease may I see?

      Reply
      • Carole says

        September 30, 2014 at 8:43 pm

        It was a year ago, so you may not have seen it 🙂
        It’s here -> http://aslightobsessionwithbooks.wordpress.com/2013/10/23/crocodile-stitch-cushion/

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  8. greenelephantcrochetandthings says

    September 29, 2014 at 10:22 pm

    Love the crocodile stitch, a hat would be nice! Hope you feel better soon 🙂

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:47 pm

      A hat would be bonkers. Personally, I see that as a good thing. 🙂 hey, imagine a whole COAT of it?!

      Reply
      • greenelephantcrochetandthings says

        September 30, 2014 at 7:27 pm

        A coat would be AMAZING! Might take a while though. I think hats are my go-to thing at the moment, it’s the season! 🙂

        Reply
  9. nicolaknits says

    September 30, 2014 at 12:49 am

    Lovely sample, you are encouraging me to try it.

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:48 pm

      Do it! Do it! It’s easy and effective.

      Reply
  10. cricketfox says

    September 30, 2014 at 1:17 am

    I have seen this but not been brave enough to try it. Is it difficult to learn?

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:49 pm

      Not difficult at all. The video I linked to is excellent. And once you’ve got the logic of it in your head, it’s easy to remember. Whoever designed it was a genius.

      Reply
      • cricketfox says

        October 1, 2014 at 2:54 am

        I will check it

        thanks

        Reply
  11. crochetthread says

    September 30, 2014 at 5:48 am

    Luv that. It’ll make a nice scarf, purse, pillow, anything. Feel better soon.

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:50 pm

      Thank you. 🙂

      Reply
  12. gladeridercrafts says

    September 30, 2014 at 6:49 am

    Oh that sign is brilliant! I’ve also seen one in a coffee shop saying that unattended children will be given free espressos and a puppy!

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:50 pm

      Ha ha ha ha ha, now THAT is pure genius. 🙂

      Reply
  13. littleblackdogsa says

    September 30, 2014 at 10:16 am

    Hope you are feeling better soon. 🙂 I am sure crochet will help?

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:51 pm

      Still at the sniffling self-pitying stage, but I’ll be fine soon, thanks. Am trying some easy therapeutic knitting now the kids are in bed.

      Reply
      • littleblackdogsa says

        October 1, 2014 at 6:58 am

        Take care and enjoy the knitting. 🙂 Get well soon.

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  14. KerryCan says

    September 30, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    I seem to remember a crocheted hippo–how about a croc? Feel better soon!

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:53 pm

      Now THAT would be rather wonderful, but beyond my crochet design skills at present. We should lobby heidibearscreative.blogspot.com to design one.

      Reply
  15. sewchet says

    September 30, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    Ha ha! That sign made me laugh out loud! Lovely stitch and just adore the blanket!

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      That sign is indeed genius. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Allison says

    September 30, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    What an unexpected road trip! Get well soon 🙂

    Reply
    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Thank you.

      Reply
  17. rthepotter says

    September 30, 2014 at 3:16 pm

    Personal view is that crocodile stitch should result in a very pleasing crocodile … 🙂

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      Hmmm….. mulls this over….. It would have to be quite a large crocodile, as the stitch is quite large in any yarn…. I wonder…. That would be so cool.

      Reply
      • rthepotter says

        September 30, 2014 at 7:55 pm

        Two-seater ride-on? A thought, anyway.

        Reply
  18. Woollen Wildnerness says

    September 30, 2014 at 4:32 pm

    Not the first animal I’d think of when thinking of Oxfordshire. Daisy looks pretty unimpressed with your knitting, but I think it looks very pretty!

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Daisy has no taste in knitting. 😉

      Reply
  19. slippedstitches says

    September 30, 2014 at 5:15 pm

    I never would have thought crocodile and Oxfordshire at the same time. Looks like they have quite a few. Hope you feel better soon. Love the blanket and the crocodile stitch.

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 7:00 pm

      They have loads, weirdly. Where do they FIND them?! Crocodile stitch is indeed rather wonderful.

      Reply
  20. Ashie says

    September 30, 2014 at 5:58 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about your cold. However, a knitting adventure which involves crocodiles is awesome. I think the Sage croc was impressed with your blanket, personally, and the sign about throwing things is hilarious and a great deterrent. I wonder if they actually tell people who throw things that they have to go get them? I would, if only to see the look on their faces.

    I think the crocodile stitch is lovely, I have not used it in a project yet, but I really like it. The yarn you used for your swatch is beautiful! What is it?

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    • The Twisted Yarn says

      September 30, 2014 at 7:07 pm

      Damn, I was hoping nobody would ask (about the yarn). I’m trying to remember, as it was an ancient remnant from the days when I used to visit our LYS, which sadly only seems to sell fibres that are at least 103% acrylic…. I think it might be James C Brett Monsoon.

      Crocodile stitch is brilliant – I recommend it. 🙂

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  21. narf77 says

    September 30, 2014 at 7:29 pm

    That Arne and Carlos blanket is completely drool worthy. Gorgeous stripy blendy and most woolly scrumptiousness. We have crocodiles here in Aus. We don’t get them here in Tasmania. They would move slower than snails if they ever made it down this far ;). Sorry you have a cold. Always the way on the cusp of the seasons. It is almost like those little infestations are waiting for our immune systems to have to adapt to new conditions to pounce. Hope you feel better soon. That crocodiley stitch looks complicated and is making my left eye twitch involuntarily which is my measure of whether or not I am ever likely to even check out a link to a stitch or not. Lets just say I am pinning it but no banana (at least for now 😉 )

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  22. Nannie4 says

    September 30, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    I think I’d rather have seen my mangy fox to your crocs! 🙂 Love the blanket and the crocodile stitch. Perhaps I’ll donate the ruffle scarves and make some crocodile ones. Maybe I’ll sip some wine and think about it….

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  23. jackallcraft says

    September 30, 2014 at 10:44 pm

    I found myself singing ‘Never smile at a crocodile…’ to myself as I hung up a load of washing this afternoon. Thanks so much for that! Much sympathy for the cold, from a fellow sufferer. It’s a lingering one; mine’s been here for over 2 weeks already and I, and my poor littlest snotty Pickle will be glad to see the back of it.

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  24. Lisa says

    September 30, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    Your blanket is gorgeous! Love the colors! The baby crocodiles look cute! Too bad they don’t stay small!! I love you crocodile stitch project! Hugz Lisa and Bear

    Reply
  25. mindfulmagpie says

    October 1, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    Love the crocodile stitch – not the actual crocodiles. The stitch could be used in any number of things. By the way I received my books and showed them off at the knitting group!

    Reply
  26. kazacrafty says

    October 2, 2014 at 4:54 am

    Very lovely! I’ve seen this stich used with a metallic wool and a fine hook to make rather pretty bracelets, also I was thinking of making some fingerless mittens/ wrist bands that extend to your knuckles, to make it look like some very conservative jackets I have have a cuff and this stich may be perfect 🙂

    Reply
  27. Serviced Apartments Guy says

    October 2, 2014 at 3:32 pm

    That sign is just hilarious, although I sincerely hope nobody actually follows it!

    Reply
  28. Sarah says

    October 6, 2014 at 9:37 am

    I love the look of that crocodile stitch. Thanks for the tutorial link.

    Reply

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When life imitates "art". Note the little crocheted kitten beside the pond, paws stretched out, just like the real thing. I had no idea when I crocheted/knitted this chair cover that I'd one day be a kitten-slave for real. #blackcatsrule

When life imitates "art". Note the little crocheted kitten beside the pond, paws stretched out, just like the real thing. I had no idea when I crocheted/knitted this chair cover that I`d one day be a kitten-slave for real. #blackcatsrule ...

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Nov 9

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Working on the book, fuelled by green tea and optimism.

Working on the book, fuelled by green tea and optimism. ...

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Oct 31

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There's a new blog post in town. See link in bio or explore thetwistedyarn.com.

There`s a new blog post in town. See link in bio or explore thetwistedyarn.com. ...

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May 9

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My implausibly awesome friend @buttonspickles has just published this sock pattern. This a woman who seriously knows her cables and her socks, so this pattern is worth checking out. There's a link in her bio for purchase.

My implausibly awesome friend @buttonspickles has just published this sock pattern. This a woman who seriously knows her cables and her socks, so this pattern is worth checking out. There`s a link in her bio for purchase. ...

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Jan 2

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Sometimes, the reverse is almost pretty as the front, in its own subtle way. (Long floats left deliberately because these pieces will only be used for photography.)
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#nevernotknitting #strandedknitting #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #knitspo #knitspiration #fairisleknitting #fairisledesign #fairislefriday #fairisle #rowanfeltedtweed #knittingblog #garn #strikkedilla #strike #strikkeinspo #tricot #tricotage

Sometimes, the reverse is almost pretty as the front, in its own subtle way. (Long floats left deliberately because these pieces will only be used for photography.)
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#nevernotknitting #strandedknitting #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #knitspo #knitspiration #fairisleknitting #fairisledesign #fairislefriday #fairisle #rowanfeltedtweed #knittingblog #garn #strikkedilla #strike #strikkeinspo #tricot #tricotage
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Sep 10

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Knitting the 'spring' colourway of my next pattern. Nearly done. Yarn is @stylecraftyarns Highland Heathers. 
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#stylecrafthighlandheathers #strandedcolourwork #strandedknitting #strandedcolorwork #fairisleknitting #fairisle #fairislefriday #knitspo #knitspiration #knitdesigner #freeknittingpattern #garn #virkning

Knitting the `spring` colourway of my next pattern. Nearly done. Yarn is @stylecraftyarns Highland Heathers.
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#stylecrafthighlandheathers #strandedcolourwork #strandedknitting #strandedcolorwork #fairisleknitting #fairisle #fairislefriday #knitspo #knitspiration #knitdesigner #freeknittingpattern #garn #virkning
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Feb 26

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Constellations! Plotting and planning for a new design. 
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#knitdesigner #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #knitspo #knitspiration #rowanfeltedtweed #fairisleknitting #fairisle #fairislefriday

Constellations! Plotting and planning for a new design.
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#knitdesigner #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #knitspo #knitspiration #rowanfeltedtweed #fairisleknitting #fairisle #fairislefriday
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Jun 21

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The twinnage still like to stretch their creativity on 'the chair'. ❤ I'm worried that this chap is repairing the chimney whilst the fire is lit and smoke is emerging!

The twinnage still like to stretch their creativity on `the chair`. ❤ I`m worried that this chap is repairing the chimney whilst the fire is lit and smoke is emerging! ...

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Mar 11

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Good morning, lovely people. Isn't knitting just the BEST distraction?
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairisleknitting #Fairisle #knitdesigner #knitspo #stylecraftspecial #stylecraftspecialdk #knitspiration #fairislefriday #garn #strikke #virkning

Good morning, lovely people. Isn`t knitting just the BEST distraction?
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairisleknitting #Fairisle #knitdesigner #knitspo #stylecraftspecial #stylecraftspecialdk #knitspiration #fairislefriday #garn #strikke #virkning
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Dec 31

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New blog post at thetwistedyarn.com,  or see link in bio.

New blog post at thetwistedyarn.com, or see link in bio. ...

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May 2

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I finished designing a thing. @novitaknits yarns are lush. 🙂
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedknitting #strandedcolorwork #fairisletechniques #fairislefriday #fairisledesign #knitdesigner #knittingdesigner #nevernotknitting #novitaknits #novita #garn #strikkedilla #strikke #virkning #knitspo #knitspiration

I finished designing a thing. @novitaknits yarns are lush. 🙂
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedknitting #strandedcolorwork #fairisletechniques #fairislefriday #fairisledesign #knitdesigner #knittingdesigner #nevernotknitting #novitaknits #novita #garn #strikkedilla #strikke #virkning #knitspo #knitspiration
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Apr 18

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I really should go indoors and do boring chores, but....
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#novitaknits #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairislecardigan #Fairisle #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #knitdesigner #knitspo #knitspiration #strikke #strikkedilla #virkning #garn

I really should go indoors and do boring chores, but....
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#novitaknits #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairislecardigan #Fairisle #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #knitdesigner #knitspo #knitspiration #strikke #strikkedilla #virkning #garn
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Jun 6

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There's a new-yesterday post at thetwistedyarn.com (or see link in bio). But just to respond to people's comments on the post, don't worry, I'm not injured or ill! I was just commenting on the universe's general propensity to cause trouble!
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#knittersofig #knittersofinstagram #knittersofinsta #knitspo #knitspiration #breaconbeacons #breaconbeaconsnationalpark #ilovewales

There`s a new-yesterday post at thetwistedyarn.com (or see link in bio). But just to respond to people`s comments on the post, don`t worry, I`m not injured or ill! I was just commenting on the universe`s general propensity to cause trouble!
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#knittersofig #knittersofinstagram #knittersofinsta #knitspo #knitspiration #breaconbeacons #breaconbeaconsnationalpark #ilovewales
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Apr 30

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Washed ready for blocking... and mysteriously suddenly enormous. The swatch didn't behave like this!

Washed ready for blocking... and mysteriously suddenly enormous. The swatch didn`t behave like this! ...

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Nov 30

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Busy on the book. 
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #fairisle #knitdesigner #knittingdesigner #rowanfeltedtweed

Busy on the book.
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairisleknitting #fairislefriday #fairisle #knitdesigner #knittingdesigner #rowanfeltedtweed
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Sep 15

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Whilst I recover from surgery, I'm knitting another Äkäslompolo cardigan (that I designed for @novitaknits yarns) because I want one to keep! Just started the armhole steeks. The thing about having a rubbish memory is that every instruction comes as a surprise, even though I wrote it. 
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Pattern currently available in Finnish in the Novita magazine, but I'll be allowed to publish it in English in a couple of months' time. 
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairislecardigan #knitdesigner #fairisle #fairislefriday #strikke #strikkedilla #virkning #garn #knitspo #knitspiration #novita #tricot #tricoter #steek #steeking #knitwear #stashknitting #handknit #handknitting #colourworkknitting #colorworkknitting #igknit #igknitters #strikstrikstrik #heirloomknits #knitting

Whilst I recover from surgery, I`m knitting another Äkäslompolo cardigan (that I designed for @novitaknits yarns) because I want one to keep! Just started the armhole steeks. The thing about having a rubbish memory is that every instruction comes as a surprise, even though I wrote it.
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Pattern currently available in Finnish in the Novita magazine, but I`ll be allowed to publish it in English in a couple of months` time.
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#strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting #fairislecardigan #knitdesigner #fairisle #fairislefriday #strikke #strikkedilla #virkning #garn #knitspo #knitspiration #novita #tricot #tricoter #steek #steeking #knitwear #stashknitting #handknit #handknitting #colourworkknitting #colorworkknitting #igknit #igknitters #strikstrikstrik #heirloomknits #knitting
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Jun 2

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Places you can knit: deep underground in a cave!
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#knittinginpublic #knitinpublic #placesyoucanknit @novitaknits

Places you can knit: deep underground in a cave!
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#knittinginpublic #knitinpublic #placesyoucanknit @novitaknits
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May 3

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New blog post! See thetwistedyarn.com or link in bio. Warning: contains personal inadequacy and failure.

New blog post! See thetwistedyarn.com or link in bio. Warning: contains personal inadequacy and failure. ...

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Dec 28

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Places you can knit: in the rainforest! 
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Visited @livingrainforest with the twinnage, and spent a happy couple of hours spotting critters hiding in trees. 
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#placesyoucanknit #stylecraftyarns #stylecraftspecial #knitinpublic #knittinginpublic #knittingandwalking

Places you can knit: in the rainforest!
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#placesyoucanknit #stylecraftyarns #stylecraftspecial #knitinpublic #knittinginpublic #knittingandwalking
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Mar 15

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How on earth am I going to spend this hour whilst I wait in the car for my mum? Oh hang on, I have knitting and green tea: I'll be fine for half a day at least.

How on earth am I going to spend this hour whilst I wait in the car for my mum? Oh hang on, I have knitting and green tea: I`ll be fine for half a day at least. ...

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May 11

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View from a sofa, as I contemplate ideas for a new blog post (that'll doubtless take weeks to be drafted and re-re-re-re-re-drafted).

View from a sofa, as I contemplate ideas for a new blog post (that`ll doubtless take weeks to be drafted and re-re-re-re-re-drafted). ...

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Apr 26

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Decent weather for a run. Yes I do occasionally put my knitting down. The colours of this view are a statement, too.
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#running #freedomforukraine

Decent weather for a run. Yes I do occasionally put my knitting down. The colours of this view are a statement, too.
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#running #freedomforukraine
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Jun 15

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A new pattern for you! Today sees the launch of Stylecraft's Blogstars On The Beach initiative. See my blog post at thetwistedyarn.com or follow linky in profile.

A new pattern for you! Today sees the launch of Stylecraft`s Blogstars On The Beach initiative. See my blog post at thetwistedyarn.com or follow linky in profile. ...

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Mar 16

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There's a new blog post at thetwistedyarn.com (or see link in bio). It's a little different from normal, as it pays tribute to my recently deceased aunt. But don't worry, normal yarny shenanigans will resume next post. 
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#copingwithgrief #grief #funeral

There`s a new blog post at thetwistedyarn.com (or see link in bio). It`s a little different from normal, as it pays tribute to my recently deceased aunt. But don`t worry, normal yarny shenanigans will resume next post.
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#copingwithgrief #grief #funeral
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Jan 31

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Crunching the numbers. Crunch, crunch, crunch...
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@novitaknits #knitdesigner #knitspo #knitspiration #nevernotknitting #knittingblogger #novita #novitaknits

Crunching the numbers. Crunch, crunch, crunch...
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@novitaknits #knitdesigner #knitspo #knitspiration #nevernotknitting #knittingblogger #novita #novitaknits
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Jun 24

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Thank goodness I'm not a perfectionist. 
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#fairislecardigan #fairisletechniques #fairisleknitting #fairisledesign #fairisle #fairislefriday #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting

Thank goodness I`m not a perfectionist.
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#fairislecardigan #fairisletechniques #fairisleknitting #fairisledesign #fairisle #fairislefriday #strandedcolourwork #strandedcolorwork #strandedknitting
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