Egypt is a country overflowing with history, archaeology and landmarks – the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings, for example – that have stood the test of time. The writing system they used

HeIlo everyone! Welcome to the fourth part of our stitch-a-long. This design makes me feel so cosy and loved, thinking about the friends I hold dear to me. This month is all about support, being there

ANNIKEN ALLIS has used a two-colour zigzag mosaic pattern for this elegant cushion cover design. It’s knitted in two shades of Cascade’s 220 Superwash, a DK-weight wool that comes in a huge choice of

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Tip for long-tail cast-on Join two yarn ends with a knot, insert the needle under the knot with strands either side and begin casting on. Once the total number of stitches has been cast on, cut one of

These glamorous ladies with their wide brimmed hats and prettified accessories are the ideal way to tell your mum, grandma, aunt and any other special lady on Mother’s Day how chic they are. Designed