Once upon a time,
I discovered how much I loved writing and telling stories;
I love crochet.
I love unity.
I love being a woman.
I love ageing my way.
I love my ordinary little life.
This blog is those things smashed together.
I try each day to notice the small precious magical moments. Everyday magic is always there; it will mean something different to each of us, but it’s there in the moments that are nothing & everything, all at once.
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How to make Wool Goddess Timeless Tilly crochet blanket
Making a granny square crochet blanket is so soothing and relaxing due to the repetitive nature of the stitches. No complicated patterns to follow and total mindfulness. Not sure how to make a Granny…
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The Quiet Impact: How Small Acts of Kindness Shape the World
When I first became unwell, I struggled with the thought of not doing anything with my day. I felt like a failure. I was unwell, and when loved ones would ask what I had…
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I Met My Younger Self For Coffee Today
I met my teenage self for coffee today. We were both early, each arriving with a list of things we wanted to discuss, carefully written in a pretty notebook. I smiled, relieved to see…
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Inspiring Crochet Moments: A Heartfelt Encounter
Have you ever had one of those magical moments where someone genuinely brightens your day? Well, this was definitely one of those times for me! At our very first Hooks & Hugs Crochet meet-up,…
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Stitch by Stitch: The Quiet Power of Aromatherapy While You Crochet
There’s something deeply soothing about the rhythm of crochet. The soft pull of yarn, the repetition of stitches, the way your hands seem to know what to do even when your mind is tired.…
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Free 30-Day Self-Love Journal Journey Prompts
Following a year of inner love, healing, and reflection, and drawing from my path as a holistic therapist, I’ve created this 30 day self-love journal journey. It’s a soft, daily ritual designed to guide…
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James C. Brett Pink Marble Chunky
Yes, I am totally addicted to this yarn! It has been a joy to crochet with so I started a pink one straight after the greens. This is James C Brett Marble Chunky Shade…
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Bea, her bonnet and her chickens.
Recently I have enjoyed making little hats for babies and toddlers. It is such a lovely break away from large blankets and I get to buy smaller batches of yarn in various colours to…
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It Was Never About the Big Things
When I was younger, I thought life was about the big milestones, the job titles, the house, the grand adventures, the big dreams. I thought happiness would come in giant waves, crashing into my…
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Petalon Mixed Poppies (18 stems): A Bloom Worth the Wait
Sometimes, a little indulgence can bring a lot of joy, and for me, that joy came wrapped in brown paper and tied with string. After a whole year of admiring them from afar, I…
“Making time for crafting isn’t just a creative act. It’s an act of self-care. It’s saying, “I matter. My well-being matters.” It’s choosing peace over pressure. Presence over performance.”
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