WELCOME TO ISSUE 14 OF
Olann and
The theme for this issue is Harvest Moon, as the days begin to grow shorter and the light begins to fade, it’s only natural to want to cosy up in front of the fire with your latest project. We’ve five designs to tempt you within this issue, four knitting and a fabulous crochet blanket, that will also be our latest CAL.
As usual, we’ve also got book reviews, podcast suggestions and we take a look at what’s new in yarns here in Ireland. Our featured article is about the Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers and we’ve got a recipe for our Knitorious Knitting Group Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Lora & Deirdre xx
The IGWSD – A Members Journey
Good friend, fibre fanatic and IGWSD Member, Helen, aka PrettyFunkyKnitter is the perfect person to tell you why the guild is so fantastic.
Meet the Designer – Lucinda Guy
We were delighted to speak with Lucinda Guy about her work as a designer, the books she has published and what’s in the pipeline.
OLANN AND LOVES
A collection of beautiful, quirky and useful crafts and kits from Ireland and around the world
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LYS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Carlow Fabric & Crafts
Natural Dyeing in Co. Clare
We delve into the world of fibre craft with Jennifer Lienhard
The Patchwork Diaries
Aine Foley tells us what’s been happening in her quilting studio
RECIPE
Knitorious Knitting Group Choc Chip Cookies
A super quick bake from our Wednesday night knitting get-togethers
CROCHET-A-LONG
The Ballymoney Blanket Crochet-a-Long
Fancy joining us for our second crochet-a-long?
Diary of an Alpaca Farmer
We catch up on all the goings-on at Amberly Farm
Ravelry Design Spotlight
We put Nikki Van de Carr’s Maile Sweater in the spotlight