Clothes at Tricot Designs, Arundel

Velvet coats by Out of Xile.

My knitted lampshade

I really like this knitted lampshade I made and there are two more to come. In the background is a cushion made last year.

This is how it looks when lit.

Buy these at Nest

Nest is a new shop for all things yarn in Crouch End that opens on Saturday October 30th. I made these coasters for them and now I'm working on angels. I am so pleased to have met Amy and Rose, the delightful owners. I think their shop will be a big success. www.handmadenest.co.uk

Fun with Crochet

Presents

Sophie's birthday presents from me. Paper from Paperchase, velvet picture by the talented Sheila Barrow.

My smart new porch!

NEW at Tricot

Nice cushions made by Erica Vandersteen.

In Tricot Too's window this week

Cosy winter outfits above look grey but in fact they are shades of teal blue as below.

What's Going On?

The builders put up the scaffolding this week to repair my porch which last winter's ice and snow ruined.

Ideally I'd have my front door replaced too but that is surprisingly expensive. So I'm really looking forward to seeing my house looking as good as new again!! I think all will go smoothly if I  keep  supplying  tea and chocolate Hobnobs regularly!

Knitting and Stitching Show 2010

Part of the Selvedge magazine stand.

A view of the Coat's stand.

The House of Hemp

Love-ly loverly colours! One of the best stands at the Knitting and Stitching Show.

Fabulous Felt

Nuno felt above and below on the FLEWS stand.

And the best nuno felt maker that I know of - work by Lizzie Houghton.
All seen today at the Knitting and Stitching Show.

Knitting and Stitching Show

Today I'm coaching it up to the Knitting and Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace. I love visiting this annual event.  Hopefully I'll be able to take tons of photos and present you with a  full report when I get back!

Crochet workshop

A few people have said to me,'I wish I could crochet.' Why not learn with me at a beginners' workshop on Wednesday, October 13th 10 - 1 at my home. The projects in this book by Erika Knight are simple and contemporary. Want to have a go? Email me
jennystacy@tiscali.co.uk to book a place.

Colour choices

So many colours and textures to choose from. I love selecting yarns. I seem to have a lot of yarn projects on the go at the moment. Headbands, jewellery, something unusual I'll show you when it's finished, and last night I started on some fingerless gloves - if they work out well and don't take too long I'll sell a few pairs!

In the window

Soft tones of a felt brooch by Jenny Stacy £18 look right on an Out of Xile plum dress.

My favourite dress at the moment. A silky Liberty print by Avoca.

Lovely new stock in Tricot

Headbands to keep your ears warm this winter. Knitted by Jenny Stacy. £12

Towers of fragrant soap. A nice little present.

I love this American Vintage cardigan so soft with cashmere and completely classic and timeless.

NEW! Books at Tricot Too

The shop now stocks a range of gorgeous books from publishers Ryland, Peters and Small.

Most looked at...

Press the 'stats' button on your blog manager. It's fascinating. I found out that these pictures are the most looked at on my blog by a mile. I took them in May last year. And they are surprisingly good as Tricot Too, Petersfield's windows are highly reflective and most photos just give you a good look at the buildings opposite!!

Apparently over a thousand people look at my blog - extraordinary - most from UK but about a quarter from the USA and a fair few from India. Or is that just two clicking in daily over a long period of time? !!! I'll never know unless I receive a comment or two! Hint. !

A tasteful gorgeous Christmas

Pictured are Martha's stockings from an old issue of Living magazine.
I'm trying to figure what people want from Handmade Christmas workshops... thought I'd list what I love about Christmas. Add to the list reader - click on anon to make sending comments easy peasy!
Christmas joys
Being happy to send cards that you've made yourself* and are really proud of.
Cards plopping through the letter box.
Glitter-ing*
Unwrapping those favourite old tree decorations* you haven't seen for a year.
Christmas magazines, especially those from the States.
The heavy, soft weight of a stocking* across your feet.
Receiving a beautifully wrapped* present - it doesn't matter what's inside!
Giving personal presents to those you love that you have made yourself!*
Enjoying sitting and chatting with your nearest and dearest in a nicely decorated* room you feel looks at its absolute best!

*All covered in Jenny's Handmade Christmas workshops starting Wednesday October 13th!