Monthly Archives: November 2014

December 2014 Resolutions

I can’t believe it’s time for December 2014 Resolutions. This time last year I was in a mad flurry of trying to finish up knitting hats – the calmness I feel from not knitting for everyone is unbelievable. I do love … Continue reading

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Local Yarn Shops: Cumbria Embroidery

I visited Cumbria Embroidery at the beginning of November, and am finally able to get this post out to you! John and I went to Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria, North England for a Halloween party at Friend Dan’s house. I had been … Continue reading

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Breeds of Sheep: Ouessant

The Ouessant Sheep was my latest featured breed of sheep on the Plutonium Muffins podcast, in Episode Seven: Kiti. Listen to the episode here! Then sit back and enjoy this little bit of extra information. I queued this post on … Continue reading

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A completed slipper!

I finished a slipper today! I have just logged into the blog to talk about it and noticed that none of my scheduled posts have worked. Argh! I’ve been so busy the last few days that I just haven’t logged into … Continue reading

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Etsy Shop updated

I’m excited to say I have updated my Etsy Shop! There’s nothing knitted on there at the moment, but plenty of Christmas cards and cross stitch kits/patterns, and small things to enjoy which would make great stocking fillers for the … Continue reading

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Episode Seven: Kiti

In Episode Seven of the Plutonium Muffins podcast I introduce you to the newest member of the family (it may be temporary!), teach you about the difference between woollen and worsted spinning, and discuss the Ouessant sheep. There’s a small … Continue reading

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Local Yarn Shops: Liberty

Today I’d like to talk about Liberty London, which I visited with Melanie a couple of weeks ago! I’m supposed to have been recording the podcast today, but the microphone has had issues (as in, it’s gone AWOL) and I will … Continue reading

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November 2014 Resolutions

I know we are already on the 5th of November, I’ve been busy. John and I went to a Halloween party in Barrow-in-Furness this weekend, hence the radio silence. I dressed up as a pumpkin in Icon Dress, with some … Continue reading

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