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VILLAGE LIFE
My daughter-in-law saw a knitted village online. I got very excited and my grandchildren (aged five and six) did too! From this pattern I put my own ideas into action. My husband did the architectural work with foam board for the building frames. Then I covered them with knitting - the roofs come off for extra fun! The base is plywood covered with matting, but I put the school on a blackboard so I could chalk some playground games. It's difficult to say how long it took me as I was knitting other things at the same time. I have knitted houses before but the pleasure this village has given the girls is so humbling.
Jen Lawrence, via email
Your granddaughters are very lucky to have such a talented grandma!
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BIG TED
It took me two days to knit this ted for my newest granddaughter! I've been knitting for 55 years - since I was five years old. I love being creative and it helps me relax.
Heather Gale, via email
A knitter for 55 years, that's wonderful! You're are super-speedy too, Heather.
HEAVEN SENT
I thought you might like to see this little angel, my most recent make from one of your magazine kits. Since my husband got me a subscription to Simply Knitting, I've been saving all the little kits and bits and bobs each month in my stash.
Colette Gallagher, via email
We're so glad you're enjoying the kits!
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