Worlds of whimsy

There’s a fairytale quality to Sophie Nichols’s work – a cast of tiny characters for whom a gentle push or the turn of a handle is the breath of life

Hullo! As winter settles in, the world can look somewhat stark. Bare branches, long nights and crisp mornings remind us of the season’s harsher edges. But it’s also a time when the simplest things gen

When Helen Giddens first wound yarn into a skein and dipped it into a saucepan of food colouring in her kitchen, she had no idea she was about to embark on a creative journey that would change her lif

For small-business champion Holly Tucker, the festive season is all about putting a smile on people’s faces with fun and fabulous decorations

Ready for your next crochet adventure? Sir Toftalot is a loyal, honourable knight brought to you by TOFT, stitched in luxury wool – you choose the colours! Designed by Kerry Lord, this sweet little do

O CHRISTMAS CONE I just finished adding the previous cone from issue 353 (Special 2024) to my set. I don’t hang mine, I add a supporting wire to the base and display them standing. Sometimes I add my