It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying out tiny living for a feature I was writing - this was taken on our way to indulge in a spot of forest bathing. To be totally honest, we were both a little sceptical beforehand. But we were only saying the other day how taken aback we both were by the amazing effect it had. I’m working on some new ideas around the subject - will keep you posted. X
I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole site - which has meant lots of photo editing and reorganising so much content. What’s been lovely (despite the claw hand from so much keyboard work!) is revisiting work and becoming engrossed all over again. I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve been (re) loving - with links in the bio to the old site for now, but not for long…! X
This  image is from a feature about preserving garden roses. I’m going to give this a really good go this year, now I have a better idea what I’m doing. I know there’s nothing quite like a fragrant fresh rose in Summer but there’s a fragile beauty to dried and preserved flowers that I also love, don’t you?
Snowdrops 🌱🤍 . . . . . . #capturequiet #ins Snowdrops 🌱🤍 
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Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flower Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flowers Forever to be won! My bio has the link to enter as well as to get a peek inside. Beautifully photographed by Laura Edwards, I really enjoyed escaping into the pages and making plans for my own garden - hope you do too! X
To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Cla To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits has to be the perfect post Christmas craft project 😊 
If you fancy getting your needles out to make this adorable pair, the link to buy Claire’s pattern is in my bio. Happy knitting! X
Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists for a wonderful wreath making workshop yesterday. Such a special and creative space to spend time. I loved making my wreath - I went for a mixture of greenery arranged quite randomly with red waxed fresh apples, dried hydrangea, dried flowers, poppy and nigella seed heads and a winter white velvet bow. 
There were so many wonderful ingredients to choose from we were really spoiled for choice. 
Sarah’s new studio is such a beautiful, creative space. Think fragrant botanical candles flickering everywhere, mulled wine and apple juice simmering on the stove and containers full of fragrant festive greenery, waxed fruit, dried flowers and oranges, pine cones, lichen covered branches and even tiny gold wax-dipped fresh crab apples. 
Thank you for being so patient with my lengthy ribbon choice deliberations Sarah - and for bagging up a second choice option (dusky pink) to take home! X.  #wreathmaking #wreath #wreathsofinstagram #sustainablewreaths #wreathdecor #christmaswreath #velvetribbon #christmasdecor #festiveflowers
I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - s I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - she came up with the genius idea of embroidering on tulle using nature as her thread - and the results are sublime - like this Autumn colours beauty from her latest book.
I’m delighted that Olga is offering a fantastic prize bundle to my readers. For a chance to win one of her beautiful new dried flower embroidery kits (in collaboration with @driedandfloral ) as well as a signed copy of her wonderful new book(published by @quadrillebooks , pop over to my blog (link in my bio). It’s easy to enter so why don’t you give yourself a chance of winning this very lovely prize? Good luck! 
#driedflowers #driedflowerembroidery #olgaprinku #embroideryhoop #flowerembroidery #competitiontime #signedbooks #embroideryart #flowersontulle #autumn #autumncolours #hoopart #allthingsbotanical #instacraft
This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofp This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofpines and is from her beautiful new book Little Stories of Your Life. 
It’s packed with inspiration and practical ideas to help you become a visual story teller. Because, as Laura says, it’s the little moments that make up the fabric of all of our lives - and those moments are worth capturing and sharing with others.
We have three signed copies of the book to give away - just click the link in my bio to find out more. There’s a peek inside and a lovely film by @xantheb to enjoy too! X 
#littlemoments #littlestoriesbook #alifeofwords #lostinwords #competition #booksarelife #mindfulphotography #bookstagram #booksmakemehappy #booksconnectus #igreads #whatareyoureading #signedbooks
Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has sh Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has shared her wonderfully creative ideas for visibly mending well-loved clothing in need of repair and a little TLC.
She had me at ‘sometimes I like to use giant sequins…’ 
Hope you like Lisa’s ideas as much as I do. The link to head over to my blog and get all her step by steps is in my bio x
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KNITTING, LIFESTYLE, MAKE · January 11, 2022

20 cutest toy knitting patterns (4 free!)

Cutest toy knitting patterns and crochet patterns (four free!)

I know how many of you love to knit toys for loved ones or charity and so I thought you might like to see my pick of the cutest toy knitting patterns around. It wasn’t easy whittling the choice down, but I only added those patterns that literally melted my heart. I would love to know how you get on making these – you can send me an email or connect on social media. I always love to hear from you and about your creative stories. If you scroll down you’ll see that patterns number 5, 6, 15 and 19 are all free ones – hope you enjoy!

Little Duckling by Claire Garland

cute ducklings toy knitting pattern by claire garland aka dot pebbles knits. One of 20 of the cutest toy knitting pattern ideas I've shared - including 4 FREE patterns!

This adorable pattern by Claire Garland is available to buy on Etsy as an instant PDF download. It’s knitted flat on 2 needles the body made with minimal seaming joining as you go. Claire gives yarn recommendations as well as lots of helpful ‘how to’ images if you want to make one just like hers.

BUY the pattern on etsy

Toy knitting pattern 2 Crocodile Doll

crocodile soft toy doll knitting pattern by claire garland and available on Etsy as an instant download printable PDF pattern with lots of step by step photos and tips to help you on your way. Just one of the soft toy knitting patterns i've picked out as my favourites - including one free pattern! happy knitting! x

I just love this new pattern (also by Claire Garland). How adorable is this little crocodile soft toy doll pattern? It’s available to buy as a PDF download on Etsy. Included in the pattern are the two items of clothes:- Knitted Tee and a comfy pair of relax-wear leggings

buy the pattern on etsy

Toy knitting pattern 3 ‘To the Moon and Back’ Hare

toy knitting patterns hares big and little to the moon and back claire garland dot pebbles pdf digital download
Moon & Back Hares knitting pattern available to buy as PDF digital download on Etsy here

I defy anyone not to fall a little bit in love with this adorable pair. It’s by the wonderful Claire Garland and available to buy on Etsy as a PDF digital download. Inspired by the classic children’s story book How Much Do I Love You? this pattern includes masses of instructions and how to photos to help you make both hares. I think what sets Claire’s patterns apart is how she manages to capture a heart-melting sense of character and lifelike gentleness.

Claire and I were chatting before Christmas and she wanted to give my readers a little New Year ‘gift’. So, if you buy the pattern before the end of February 2022 you can save 50%. Apply the Shop discount code FROMBRITAIN50OFF to your Etsy basket beside the label icon where it says ‘Apply shop coupon codes’ to take 50% off the standard price (usually £4.80 – so you’ll pay just £2.40). IMPORTANT: don’t enter it in the Etsy discount code box as this won’t work. Discount valid until end of the day on 28th Feb 2022.

BUY the pattern on etsy

Toy knitting pattern 4 Little Teddy Bear

toy knitting pattern teddy bear baggy trousers scarf
toy knitting pattern teddy bear baggy trousers scarf

There are a lot of teddy bear patterns out there, but this one stands out for me. The shape is just right, the face kind and gentle and there’s something about the baggy trousers that really makes your heart melt. It’s by Mary Jane’s Tearoom on Etsy and available to buy for knitting In the Round and Back and Forth.

BUY the pattern on etsy

Toy knitting pattern 5 Vintage Kangaroo and baby Joey – FREE

toy knitting pattern mother mummy kangaroo and joey baby kangaroo
This adorable toy knitting pattern was originally published on 18th December 1968 and is available as a PDF download or printed pattern in the post. I love the simplicity of it and the fact that it’s been cuddled by children for more than half a century now.
BUY the pattern on knitting network

Knitting pattern 6 Miffy (free!)

miffy knitting pattern free

Both of my children ADORED Miffy, so I wish I’d known about this knitting pattern when they were little. It’s by Knitterbees and you can get the free pattern here as well as on Ravelry here. I think this one would do really well at charity sales – or as gifts for babies and children. You don’t need me to remind you (but I will anyway) that you should replace the bead eyes if you’re planning to give this to a baby or small child due to the potential choking hazard. I made a soft elephant for my youngest when he was a baby and used black felt for the eyes – which are still going strong 20 years later…

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Rabbit doll soft toy knitting pattern #7

rabbit soft toy doll knitting pattern with clothes by claire garland available to buy as a printable PDF download - get all the info you need, plus other adorable soft toy knitting patterns from my blog post. happy knitting! x

How adorable is this little rabbit doll pattern by Dot Pebbles? It’s available to buy on Etsy (at a special introductory price at the time of writing!) and includes pdfs to make the rabbits, the trousers and the dress plus a simple sewing pattern to make the felt coat.

buy the pattern on etsy

Lucky Duckling Knitting pattern by Dot Pebbles Knits #8

ducklings toy knitting pattern claire garland dot pebbles knits on etsy

I know I’ve already shared Claire Garland’s Little Duckling pattern, but I couldn’t leave out this Lucky Duckling pattern as it’s every bit as adorable. It’s available to buy on Etsy as a PDF download. Claire has included lots of how to make images and the ducklings are knitted flat on 2 needles. I couldn’t decide which duckling pattern to leave out, and this way you can decide!

BUY the pattern on etsy

Hand-knitted toy ducklings #9

In case you’re not actually a knitter, how about these adorable ready-made hand knitted ducklings? They’re made by The Pink Elephant Knits on Etsy using the pattern above.

ducklings hand knitted toys

Adorable bunny knitting pattern #10

bunny rabbit knitting pattern

This adorable pattern includes instructions to make a very sweet headband and dress too.

BUY THE PATTERN on etsy

Mouse doll #11

mouse doll soft toy knitting pattern by claire garland aka dot pebbles knits

How heart-melting is this little Mouse doll pattern, another beauty by Claire Garland? It’s knitted flat on two needles.

buy the pattern on etsy

Friendship Dolls Knitting Pattern #12

friendship doll toy knitting pattern

How sweet is this friendship dolls knitting pattern available as a paper or PDF download? Each of the dolls comes with their own outfit – click through to buy the pattern and get all the Sirdar Snuggly wool you need…

BUY THE PATTERN on knitting network

Little White Mouse #13

little white mouse soft toy knitting pattern by claire garland aka dot pebbles knits

So I was going to leave this little one out because I’ve already shared Claire’s mouse doll pattern above. Then I caught sight of his cheeky little face and decided I just couldn’t. They’re totally different mice so you can decide which one you prefer…

BUY the PATTERN on etsy

Flower bunny pattern #14

bunny rabbit soft toy knitting pattern with knit crochet flower garland headdress and cuddly, cute face and floppy ears

How gorgeous is this Flower Bunny rabbit knitting pattern by Sachiyo Ishii on Etsy? It’s worked in flat pieces and seamed and the stitches used simple. Sachiyo recommends taking your time with sewing up for a neat finish.

BUY the pattern on etsy

Free Polar bear pattern #15 – FREE

free polar bears soft toy knitting pattern by sachi Yoishii to make this adorable family of polar bear teddies including teeny tiny micro bears and two bigger bears. Love! It's just one of the free soft toy knitting patterns I've shared in my blog post. Happy knitting! x

Another lovely pattern by Sachiyo is this polar bear family (taken from her book Mini Knitted Safari ) and available for free on Ravelry here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/polar-bear-37 If you’re lucky, you can sometimes buy this adorable polar bear family knitted by Sashiyo herself on Etsy too: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1318838088/mini-knitted-polar-bears-a-polar-bear

Cute bunny pattern #16

cute bunny rabbit knitting pattern - one of the favourite cutest toy patterns I've shared in my blog post - including some FREE ones. This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF on Etsy so you could get knitting this little one today!

How adorable is this little bunny by Irina Ferrer of Elves World on Etsy?

The pattern to make dungarees and beret for the same bunny is here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1539372222/knitting-pattern-for-baby-bunny-toy-and

buy the pattern on etsy

Tiny teddy knitting pattern #17

cute teddy bear soft toy knitting pattern available to buy as a downloadable PDF on Etsy now. Just one of the most adorable and cute toy knitting patterns I've shared in my blog post - including some FREE ones you're sure to love

If it’s cute you’re looking for….

buy the pattern on etsy

Bunny and bear pattern #18

cute soft toy knitting pattern bunny and bear duo available to buy as an instant PDF download on Etsy now! just one of my favourite cute soft toy knitting patterns including some FREE favourites!

Doubly cute, this pattern by Joanna of Gray Bear Akswokrat on Etsy includes an adorable bunny and bear.

buy the pattern on etsy

Teddy Bear knitting pattern FREE #19

teddy bear soft toy free knitting pattern - read my blog post to get all the info you need to download this adorable free pattern as well as the other free favourites and lots of cute patterns to buy too

This lovable Ted the bear knitting pattern is by Jem Watson and is available to download for free.

get the free pattern

Floppy eared bunny #20

floppy eared bunny rabbit soft toy knitting pattern - available to buy as a instant download on Etsy now - read my post to get this pattern as well as discover all my favourite cute toy knitting pattern ideas - including some adorable free ones!

This cute Lily Bunny pattern is by Anastasia of Cute Knit Toy on Etsy and is available to buy as an instant download on Etsy.

buy pattern on etsy

Chameleon in sweater pattern

I know I said it would be 20 patterns, but I’ve just discovered this beauty by Claire Garland, so I’m just going to add it and say no more about it…

chameleon knitting pattern by claire garland aka dot pebbles knits to make this cute knitted soft toy in stripy sweater
buy pattern on etsy

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Comments

  1. Lenny Amilia says

    May 14, 2022 at 6:09 pm

    Thanks for the free knitting pattern!

    Reply
  2. Sheila Davis says

    May 5, 2023 at 9:11 pm

    thank you x

    Reply
  3. Aileen says

    May 5, 2023 at 9:20 pm

    I love your knitted babies! they are better shapes that are more realistic and cuter. They aren’t flat but have a 3rd demention! Thank you for sharing then!

    Reply
  4. Anna says

    July 1, 2024 at 4:20 pm

    You missed what I think are the BEST knitted toy patterns on the internet! Little Cotton Rabbits has patterns for several different animals is different sizes. Her patterns are very detailed and easy to follow and there are support groups on Facebook and Ravelry for LCR enthusiasts. No affiliation, just a huge fan. You can find her patterns on Ravelry here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/little-cotton-rabbits or on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Littlecottonrabbits

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      July 1, 2024 at 5:30 pm

      Hi Anna – thanks for your lovely post. You might like to read the post I wrote with Little Cotton Rabbits – and a free tiny bunny pattern… X https://www.frombritainwithlove.com/small-rabbit-to-love-free-knitting-pattern/

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    January 9, 2025 at 10:40 pm

    Thank you for my free bunny pattern.
    The ducklings are so cute too.
    Oh and Happy New Year too 🌞

    Reply

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It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying out tiny living for a feature I was writing - this was taken on our way to indulge in a spot of forest bathing. To be totally honest, we were both a little sceptical beforehand. But we were only saying the other day how taken aback we both were by the amazing effect it had. I’m working on some new ideas around the subject - will keep you posted. X
I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole site - which has meant lots of photo editing and reorganising so much content. What’s been lovely (despite the claw hand from so much keyboard work!) is revisiting work and becoming engrossed all over again. I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve been (re) loving - with links in the bio to the old site for now, but not for long…! X
This  image is from a feature about preserving garden roses. I’m going to give this a really good go this year, now I have a better idea what I’m doing. I know there’s nothing quite like a fragrant fresh rose in Summer but there’s a fragile beauty to dried and preserved flowers that I also love, don’t you?
Snowdrops 🌱🤍 . . . . . . #capturequiet #ins Snowdrops 🌱🤍 
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#capturequiet #instabritain #natureandnourish #thewildernesstonic #cornersofmyworld
Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flower Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flowers Forever to be won! My bio has the link to enter as well as to get a peek inside. Beautifully photographed by Laura Edwards, I really enjoyed escaping into the pages and making plans for my own garden - hope you do too! X
To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Cla To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits has to be the perfect post Christmas craft project 😊 
If you fancy getting your needles out to make this adorable pair, the link to buy Claire’s pattern is in my bio. Happy knitting! X
Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists for a wonderful wreath making workshop yesterday. Such a special and creative space to spend time. I loved making my wreath - I went for a mixture of greenery arranged quite randomly with red waxed fresh apples, dried hydrangea, dried flowers, poppy and nigella seed heads and a winter white velvet bow. 
There were so many wonderful ingredients to choose from we were really spoiled for choice. 
Sarah’s new studio is such a beautiful, creative space. Think fragrant botanical candles flickering everywhere, mulled wine and apple juice simmering on the stove and containers full of fragrant festive greenery, waxed fruit, dried flowers and oranges, pine cones, lichen covered branches and even tiny gold wax-dipped fresh crab apples. 
Thank you for being so patient with my lengthy ribbon choice deliberations Sarah - and for bagging up a second choice option (dusky pink) to take home! X.  #wreathmaking #wreath #wreathsofinstagram #sustainablewreaths #wreathdecor #christmaswreath #velvetribbon #christmasdecor #festiveflowers
I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - s I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - she came up with the genius idea of embroidering on tulle using nature as her thread - and the results are sublime - like this Autumn colours beauty from her latest book.
I’m delighted that Olga is offering a fantastic prize bundle to my readers. For a chance to win one of her beautiful new dried flower embroidery kits (in collaboration with @driedandfloral ) as well as a signed copy of her wonderful new book(published by @quadrillebooks , pop over to my blog (link in my bio). It’s easy to enter so why don’t you give yourself a chance of winning this very lovely prize? Good luck! 
#driedflowers #driedflowerembroidery #olgaprinku #embroideryhoop #flowerembroidery #competitiontime #signedbooks #embroideryart #flowersontulle #autumn #autumncolours #hoopart #allthingsbotanical #instacraft
This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofp This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofpines and is from her beautiful new book Little Stories of Your Life. 
It’s packed with inspiration and practical ideas to help you become a visual story teller. Because, as Laura says, it’s the little moments that make up the fabric of all of our lives - and those moments are worth capturing and sharing with others.
We have three signed copies of the book to give away - just click the link in my bio to find out more. There’s a peek inside and a lovely film by @xantheb to enjoy too! X 
#littlemoments #littlestoriesbook #alifeofwords #lostinwords #competition #booksarelife #mindfulphotography #bookstagram #booksmakemehappy #booksconnectus #igreads #whatareyoureading #signedbooks
Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has sh Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has shared her wonderfully creative ideas for visibly mending well-loved clothing in need of repair and a little TLC.
She had me at ‘sometimes I like to use giant sequins…’ 
Hope you like Lisa’s ideas as much as I do. The link to head over to my blog and get all her step by steps is in my bio x
Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly swee Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly sweet peas - the perfect way to celebrate #britishflowersweek 
I just wish I could share the blissful fragrance with you too 💕🌸
#locallygrownflowers #flowersofinstagram #supportlocal #britishflowersweek2021 #britishseasonalflowers #flowersfromthefarm #sweetpeas
This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland ak This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits and just one of the creative spring projects you might enjoy immersing yourself in right now. To discover other inspirational ideas and to get all the info you need - including this free pattern by Claire - click the link in my bio. Hope you find something that brings you a little seasonal joy x
Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a s Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a surprise signed copy of her dreamy new book Discovering Dahlias - and another signed copy to share with one of you. 
To enjoy a peek inside - and for a chance to win - click the link in my bio. 
The truly beautiful photographs (including this one) are all by Erin’s husband Chris Benzakein #discoveringdahlias #floretflowerfarm #dahliasofinstagram #flowersgivemepower #giveawayuk
Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beaut Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beautifully simple way to arrange snowdrops and other early spring flowers over on the blog (link is in my bio). I’ve already made my own simple flower grid using foraged twigs and it works brilliantly! 
As well as sharing her simple step by steps, there’s also a video tutorial where Sarah shares more inspiring ideas for creating with early spring flowers. The beautiful photographs are by @jonathanbuckleyphotography - hope you enjoy! X
Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your O Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your Own gift bundle competition!
My favourite #gardenersquestiontime panellist @pippa.greenwood offers a range of totally brilliant Grow Your Own gift bundles - which include garden-ready veg plants sent out at the right time for planting, email growing advice, tips and recipes from Pippa herself as well as signed copies of The Gardener’s Year. It’s the perfect gift for anyone interested in growing their own fresh produce - and comes with the best expert advice!
We have two Pippa Greenwood GYO gift bundles to be won - the link to enter the competition, and to find out more is in my bio - Good luck!
Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Cla Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Claire Garland Christmas Mouse knitting pattern competition. The link to enter is the top one in my bio. Good luck!
If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty an If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty and overwhelming place right now, you might like to get behind Sarah Corbett @craftivists new project - she’s crowdfunding to create the final part of her Craftivism trilogy: the Craftivist Collective Handbook. It will be a beautiful hardback with 20 gentle protest Craftivist projects and tools to help readers become positive and effective change makers. Because slow and gentle can be more effective in the long run than fast and loud. I am 100% behind Sarah’s project and have no doubt that those of us in the crafty, creative community have plenty to contribute when it comes to making a better, fairer world. 
Stitching a powerful message can be  more effective than shouting it at someone who’s not listening to you. If you’d like to get involved or find out more, follow the top link in my bio.
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Thanks too to Kirsten @henthorn_farm_flowers for sharing her step by steps for creating a stunning giant foraged dried flower wreath as well as her beautiful simple wreath in silvery winter whites. 
I’m increasingly obsessed with the idea of growing my own flowers for drying and creating lovely things with them. Watch this space for more dried flower inspiration coming soon... X
One of the joyful things about this time of year f One of the joyful things about this time of year for me is making plans for next spring and summer in my flower cutting garden. After two years of growing cut flowers, I’m ready for some fresh ideas and to raise my game a little more. I would like to fill some gaps in shape and colour and to extend the flowering season in particular. I’d also like to start drying and preserving my flowers... so I am thrilled that Kirsten of @henthorn_farm_flowers has shared a beautiful glimpse into her seasonal and sustainable flowery world as well as lots of fantastic expert tips and ideas over on the blog - the link is in my bio. I hope you find some inspiration too. Kirsten lives in a very beautiful part of the world - the Ribble Valley in Lancashire. It’s an area very close to my heart as I grew up not far away. Loved spending a little virtual time there again, thanks to Kirsten - and I am yearning to go back in person one day soon and breathe it all in again.
To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last moments of Summer. I do always eventually embrace Autumn but, this year in particular, I’m wanting to hold on for as long as possible to the quiet bliss of the last few months. 
I do really worry about what lies ahead for us all, but spending time outdoors, connecting, really up close, to what’s going on in the garden definitely helps. I still have roses, sweet peas, snapdragons, zinnias, asters and LOTS of dahlias blooming so there are always jars and jugs of flowers on every available surface. Rose geranium leaves have been a revelation for adding a fragrant green frilliness - and now I’m full of love for abelia. 
This beautiful photo is by @gandgorgeousflowers and captures the between-seasons beauty in the flower garden right now. I am inspired to create something similar as I have many of the same colours. 
I do realise that it’s silly (and utterly pointless 😂) to resist Autumn as it’s actually one of the most beautiful times of year. As soon as the leaves really turn, and everywhere starts to smell like Autumn, I’m sure I’ll be fully on board. 
With that in mind, I’ve shared lots of inspiring Autumn Flowers ideas over on the blog (link in my bio) from some of my favourite flower creatives including @gandgorgeousflowers @simplybyarrangement @therealflowerco @wildbunchflowers @floribundaroseflorists @thesussexflowerschool @electricdaisyflowerfarm 

Hope you enjoy - and find a little bit of creative inspiration too. X

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