[Laughing Hens retreat]I've signed up for this crochet course, it's really local for me and looks basic enough. I'm a bit stingy with petrol you see (comes with driving 150 miles daily to work!) so the more local the better. I've had a go myself and I just get so frustrated with it! I find knitting a doddle yet crochet is like an alien art form. I think I need someone to show me and explain how to follow a pattern. Whilst browsing the net for courses I also found this place which isn't too far away and looks really good. I love the sound of the weekend course, right up my street! I think at £695 I'll have to start saving my pennies! :-)
I'm also going to start doing martial arts again. I've done Kick boxing and Karate in the past but I thought this time (now that I'm a bit older) I'll have a go at a more civilised discipline - Aikido (the way of spiritual harmony) or Iaido (the way of the sword). I like a new challenge and I don't think I cram enough in to my weeks! ;-)
Hope you're having a good week! Btw, thank you for all the lovely compliments and for all of you who have ordered from me. I promise I will let you know as soon as I get the 'Keep Calm' posters. I'll also be adapting the design (slightly different wording) for some mugs in pink, green and blue, but more on that another time!
TTFN
Sian x
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How exciting about the crochet, sounds perfect! Thanks for the link to their website, I might have to have a browse of the yarn on offer tomorrow! I've seen Laughing Hens featured in magazines too and it also looks very good, very idyllic. Look forward to hearing how it goes.
Hen x
I just had to pop over and see your blog! Looks like we enjoy many of the same things and you must love lavender, too! Nice to meet you!
Oh I wish someone would do a course near me.
Mugs as well as posters!!! Oh my lord no more spending on ebay until I've got my order in with you. :D
Enjoy the crochet course - what a fab thing that will be! I can't find anything near to me. I'd love a sewing course. x
Hi Sian, I LOVE your bath bombs they look exactly the same as the ones from the shop.
The crochet course sounds exciting. I would like to go on a sewing course, but there isnt anything close by to where I live....heck theres nothing close to where I live (except sheep) X
I'm not even sure if we have a local WI but I will have to make enquires thanks for the tip :)
Good luck with the course. I am loving getting back into crochet, the results are so quick and as a knitter I find crochet easier if anything!
I'm still waiting on my friend Adele to teach me.... hi del if your reading!
Sounds fun....I can't knit....so will be a challenge!
xxxx
I have the same problem with crochet - just can't seem to get my head around it. The workshop sounds great. I got my latest batch of sock yarn from Laughing Hens.(Loved the bath bombs!)
Good luck with the course, I like the sound of the weekend but like you I'd really have to save hard!!!
Have fun with the crochet course, I wish I had your motivation! Looking forward to seeing the mugs.
By the way I have noticed your running ticker thingy getting longer, looks like you're doing really well :)
Mel xxx
You lucky thing you, I can't find any crochet days or courses near to where I live. Although, i can do the basics, I would love an expert to show me more. I am loving the ripple design at the moment and see that Hen has posted some instructions which I will have to copy down. dev X
Good luck crocheting! I only know very basic stitches and knit a little. It takes time to stay in practice I find.
I've just recently found some knitting and crochet courses I'm hoping to sign up for soon. The luxury course does sound wonderful but I think I'll be opting for a cheaper version too!!
Victoria xx
Thanks Sian, it is reassuring to hear things like that, you're a million times more qualified than me! Your school sounds terrifying!
Mel xxx
Enjoy your lovely crochet course :)
I am now the proud owner of a delightful pair of Pinking Shears LOL
I have been so inspired by your lampshade and now have some £9.00 too and look pretty good
X
I think you're v right about the not-mollycoddling school of thought. I was left to get on with things more whereas my brother was always treated like a baby and indulged at every opportunity. He is now at the age of 27 still living with mum, earns a pittance and no sign of ever getting his independence! Still love him though :)
Mel xxx
Cosies are lovely, thank you!
Hope you enjoyed the cake.
Have a good weekend.
Hugs
Beki xxx
Hi Sian, hope your course is good! I did a crochet course in York a few weeks ago via Sheepish, it was a real help to have someone to tell me where I was going wrong. Since then I bought the Rowan Crochet Workshop book via amazon and it is excellent - I would highly recommend it.
Kim xx
Good weekend Sian?
Mine has been lovely...xx
Good on you for having a go. I can crotchet but would love to knit - classes needed!
I love the new look of your blog.
I have been a bit busy of late so I have got so behind with blogging.
I have been taking a look back through your posts.
Love all the pretty things you have been making.
Carol x
The little lampshade that i have made over with CK samples looks loverly, thanks for the inspiration Sian :)
X
Hi Sian, Ooh Thanks for that. I had another lady sign up for the swap this morning, so I'll pair you up with her if thats OK. I'll still have 2 swap buddies, but thats OK. As long as everybody has a swap partner I'm happy. Theres quite a lot doing the swap should be good. I'll update my post in a minute with the details, hugs Pixie. xxx
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