The sun is shining on the Midlands in the UK today and it really does something to my mental state! Don’t you find that it is so much easier staying positive when the weather is good?
This morning was spent doing some exercise, the whole family is getting involved in Joe Wicks’ PE lessons in the morning. They really are a good little workout and I have a feeling I will come out of isolation stronger and fitter than before!
My creative energy is currently being challenged in new ways looking after a nearly three year old all day every day and my fabric and yarn stash is coming to good use. You can read more about my adventures making a hobby horse on my Facebook page!
Do you find you are more or less creative at the moment? I think either is absolutely normal. I think we all deal with this isolation differently and we should allow ourselves to be OK with how we feel. Go easy on yourselves out there!
If you are feeling creative, and it looks like quite a few people are, you might be thinking of lighter knits at the moment. Some of my best selling patterns right now are either short sleeved or sleeveless garments.
Chelsea Waistcoat have really done well lately, and I love seeing all the amazing version popping up on Ravelry. The cross over design is very versatile and very in at the moment!
Bjelle Top is a simple top with very dramatic sleeves! The name Bjelle means bell in Norwegian and you might be able to see why! I would love to see this design worked in a silk mix yarn.
Allegro Shawl was one of my very first designs and still a firm favourite. The design came to my mind when I wrapped a shawl around my shoulders and secured it with a belt around my waist. Check it out and you will see why!
All patterns can be found on LoveCrafts.
Stay safe, everyone!