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  • An Invitation to The Isle of Neverwas

    The Isle of Neverwas invites adventurous souls to explore a magical place where imagination thrives. It offers an escape from the mundane, allowing dreamers to embrace hope and creativity. With support for initial courage, visitors are encouraged to discover their… Continue reading

    An Invitation to The Isle of Neverwas
  • Bubble Beach: A Guided Walk

    Welcome to the Isle of Neverwas, where spring has returned, bringing warmth to the island after winter. Join a guided walk along Bubble Beach, discovering soft golden sands, rock pools teeming with life, and the beauty of nature. Enjoy the… Continue reading

    Bubble Beach: A Guided Walk
  • Designing Bright Bear

    The crochet pattern for Bright Bear has been released after years of development. Initially created in 2018, the design underwent redesigns for better proportions and color choices. The final bear used Hayfield Spirit DK yarn, capturing a summer vibe. The… Continue reading

    Designing Bright Bear
  • Bright Bear – Crochet Pattern

    Bright Bear is an adventurous, curious character who loves exploring and being creative through drawing and painting. This easy crochet pattern guides you in making a 27 cm tall amigurumi bear using specific yarn and equipment. The pattern offers detailed… Continue reading

    Bright Bear – Crochet Pattern
  • Designing Jelly Bean Bunny

    A description of the creative process of making a character named Jelly Bean Bunny, inspired by a doodle. Using yarn, I created a simple bag charm and experimented with colors. Although the design evolved, they plan to share the final… Continue reading

    Designing Jelly Bean Bunny
  • Albie the Frog – Crochet Pattern

    This crochet pattern guides you in creating Albie the Top Hat Frog, measuring about 17 cm tall. It utilizes Scheepjes Scrumptious DK yarn and includes instructions for legs, body, eyes, arms, hat, and brim. The project is easy, working in… Continue reading

    Albie the Frog – Crochet Pattern
  • Designing Albie the Frog

    Albie, a beloved resident of the Isle of Neverwas, is a retired explorer who runs a guesthouse in Slumber-on-Sea. He embodies a gentlemanly spirit, complete with a top hat. The creator reflects on designing Albie, compared to earlier character Floyd,… Continue reading

    Designing Albie the Frog
  • Sprout the Owl Crochet Pattern

    Sprout the Owl is a friendly amigurumi project designed for easy crocheting. The pattern allows for variations in yarn and hook size and includes specific yarn recommendations. Basic crocheting techniques, such as double crochet and the invisible decrease, are outlined.… Continue reading

    Sprout the Owl Crochet Pattern
  • Bubble Bear Crochet Pattern

    Bubble Bear is a crochet pattern for an 8cm tall bear designed for beginners. Made using the amigurumi method, the bear requires basic materials like yarn, a crochet hook, and safety eyes. The pattern includes step-by-step instructions for the body,… Continue reading

    Bubble Bear Crochet Pattern
  • Travelling Ava and the Easter Egg Hunt

    Travelling Ava expresses her love for Easter, highlighting its cheerful arrival with blooming flowers and sweet treats. The narrative unfolds a whimsical adventure involving a magical pink bunny named Rosa, who enlists the author to help hide eggs for an… Continue reading

    Travelling Ava and the Easter Egg Hunt
  • Meet the Designer – Chapter Five

    The author reflects on four transformative years as a head of year in a secondary school, emphasizing the importance of joy and hope over happiness. Through experiences with colleagues and students, they clarify their values and develop a vision for… Continue reading

    Meet the Designer – Chapter Five