Past History

I often wonder “why blog?” and over the years I have been asked that question by others. The answer is often that I have no idea why I do it. There have been many blogs; I was blogging long before I ever heard the term! I had a website where I kept an online diary …

Where to buy blocking wires

According to the blog stats there are many people who come here searching on terms such as “where to buy blocking wires”. Clearly we are all of the same mind. Well, the good news is that an affordable blocking wires kit is now available in the UK from KCG Trading Limited. This is the trading …

The bogs

Dear visitors from theladiesloos, I am intrigued as to why you are here. Should my LJ alter ego come and join you? Much love. the Woolgatherer

Crochet for the cack-handed

There are two main reasons that the Woolgatherer does not crochet – and lack of facility with a hook is one them. No matter how many times I try I just can’t get the work to flow. I cannot keep a tension. My fingers cramp and ache. I am in short, a completely cack-handed crocheter. …

What’s up

DIY progress, knititng non-progress, and weaving faltering progress…. with pics.

Quick summary

Clay play, shopping, spinning, weaving, knitting plans, foul weather and fowl production. A veritable cornucopia of a post!