Tag Archives: fruit

Felt for Foraging and Jam making


Phew, what a crafty week I have put my poor hands through. After discovering a fallen oak branch laden with baby acorns I realised soon would be the time for autumnal treasure gathering in the forest. Technically we have a … Continue reading

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Have yourselves a merry little Christmas / Yule / Winter Solstice… whatever…


I love having children this time of year… being Pagan I do wonder about whether or not it is right to celebrate Christmas, but as so much of it is pagan in origin and so much has come from other … Continue reading

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Wool in the Woods


Is it strange to take wool for a walk? I keep finding myself doing it. Both roving and yarn. I usually have a pretty good idea of what I want to do with it as and when I buy it … Continue reading

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Heather on the Hills


Autumn is coming. Can you feel it? The days are shorter, the leaves are changing and berries swell in the hedgerows and trees, their vivid colour a temptation. The blackberries in our garden are now in abundance; full of juice … Continue reading

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