For many of us, crochet is a relaxing hobby. Forgetting turning chains and losing hooks may be frustrating, but the stakes are never that high. Unless, that is, you’re a contestant on Game of Wool, th

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Olympic champion Tom Daley dives into the world of knitting in this creative new competition. Ten knitters and crocheters face a series of increasingly intricate challenges to prove their skill, preci

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I’m principally an author and TV presenter. A far cry from my years as a school teacher. As much as I loved it I always dreamed of a job in a more creative industry and for the last 15 years I’ve done

Stay in style all year long with denim – summer like winter, denim is consistently a go-to. Atelier Brunette have released a brand new fabric collection (see p10) and patterns specifically made to sew