Doubts, Control and Acceptance
Its been a long time since I last managed to compose a post for my blog and in essence that’s actually what this post is all about. It isn’t going to be a post about lots of nasty side effects … Read More
A ‘Chat’ on Good Grooming
Searching through my library of vintage craft books earlier today I came across an intriguing essay published as part of The Pictorial Guide to Modern Home Needlecraft (Odhams Press – 1938). Entitled A Chat On Good Grooming it explains how … Read More
Coronation Knits available to pre order now!
I am so happy to be able to share with you the cover image of Coronation Knits! Copyright ©2012 Susan Crawford It features my beautiful, patient daughter Charlie who kindly travelled down from Edinburgh so that I could torment her … Read More
Fair Isle Dilemma
I will soon be heading back to Shetland after quite a long absence to continue with my work on Vintage Shetland. This book will be looking at a selection of 20th Century knitted items in the Shetland Museum Archive. The … Read More
Before Knitting there were Books!
A working visit to the British Library yesterday reminded me of a very strong, almost obsessive connection that I have always had with printed matter and particularly, books. I have always been completely obsessed with them. As a very small … Read More
Coronation Knits
I am so excited to be able to announce the publication of this collection of designs inspired by and celebrating the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 60 years ago. This small collection will feature designs for women, men and children … Read More
Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas
Image Copyright Susan Crawford 2011 I had great fun creating my own Christmas card this year. I had even more fun with the ‘verse’ which reads: I do hope everyone has a wonderful festive season and very best wishes for … Read More