Too Hot to Knit! Too Hot to Focus! | Stashbusting S4E3 @RetroClaude

Retro Claude It's been a really long time since I've had good progress on the stash and the seemingly never ending heat waves have meant it's much too hot to knit slowly down progress even further!

Still, I do finally have some finished knitting projects and have managed to make some progress on others. Not everything has been a success though...

The channel I mentioned is @thelasthomelyhouse

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.

What I'm wearing in this video:
Jacket no. 487: freevintageknitting.com/free-jacket-patterns/bernat51/jacket-pattern-no487
Wove Shawl: ravelry.com/patterns/library/wove
Yarn: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/rico-creative-melange-aran-wonderball?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Ghost Whisperer by Park Williams
ravelry.com/patterns/library/ghost-whisperer
Yarn: Mystery Mohair from a charity shop.

The Wrap Top or Bra: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-wrap-top-or-bra
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
The Aran Look: - AD tidd.ly/3GytUJx
The Yarn: discontinued ravelry.com/yarns/library/patons-uk-capstan-for-aran-knitting
Tea Cosies: ko-fi.com/s/512a99d344
The Yarn King Cole Touch of Merino 4 ply: - AD tidd.ly/3sqPDMv
The Everyday Companion Shawlette by Ravijenna Knits: ravelry.com/patterns/library/everyday-companion-shawlette
The Yarn: tangled-yarn.co.uk/products/camarose-okologisk-sommeruld?variant=31636379041881

It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Too Hot to Knit! Too Hot to Focus! | Stashbusting S4E3

Retro Claude 2025-07-25 | It's been a really long time since I've had good progress on the stash and the seemingly never ending heat waves have meant it's much too hot to knit slowly down progress even further!

Still, I do finally have some finished knitting projects and have managed to make some progress on others. Not everything has been a success though...

The channel I mentioned is @thelasthomelyhouse

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.

What I'm wearing in this video:
Jacket no. 487: freevintageknitting.com/free-jacket-patterns/bernat51/jacket-pattern-no487
Wove Shawl: ravelry.com/patterns/library/wove
Yarn: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/rico-creative-melange-aran-wonderball?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Ghost Whisperer by Park Williams
ravelry.com/patterns/library/ghost-whisperer
Yarn: Mystery Mohair from a charity shop.

The Wrap Top or Bra: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-wrap-top-or-bra
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
The Aran Look: - AD tidd.ly/3GytUJx
The Yarn: discontinued ravelry.com/yarns/library/patons-uk-capstan-for-aran-knitting
Tea Cosies: ko-fi.com/s/512a99d344
The Yarn King Cole Touch of Merino 4 ply: - AD tidd.ly/3sqPDMv
The Everyday Companion Shawlette by Ravijenna Knits: ravelry.com/patterns/library/everyday-companion-shawlette
The Yarn: tangled-yarn.co.uk/products/camarose-okologisk-sommeruld?variant=31636379041881

It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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An unexpected pause in proceedings ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 16

Retro Claude 2025-08-16 | Well, we all could see it coming. The cape isn't finished and I'm stuck for now.

Thanks for supporting this series! I've so enjoyed sharing it all with you. I will be back! Just give me some time to recover :)

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric:
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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This is what happens when I ignore the rules ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 15

Retro Claude 2025-08-15 | I should have known doing double shifts was a bad idea! As I tried to meet my sewing deadline I decided to do 2 20 minute sessions a day. The result? Exhaustion, irritability and loads of mistakes!

Will I ever learn to not over do it? Having to sit through editing this footage of a very grumpy Claude should at least nudge me in the right direction!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Crunch Time! Its time to Double Up ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 14

Retro Claude 2025-08-14 | I usually would only sew for 20 minutes a day but with the deadline approaching I need to try and get as much done as possible.

So 2 minute sewing session a day it is. Wish me and my neck luck!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Finally Tackling the Pockets ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 13

Retro Claude 2025-08-13 | I've been putting it off but I can avoid it no longer. It's time to do the pockets.

I always knew this would be difficult to sew in 20 minute intervals but here we are. Time to face the music!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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I broke my own rules ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 12

Retro Claude 2025-08-12 | For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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This could be a HUGE mistake ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 11

Retro Claude 2025-08-11 | It's finally time to crack out the iron! But will I be able to iron my waterproof fabric?

Have I just accidentally ruined this whole sewing project?
For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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I have to stop doing this... ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 10

Retro Claude 2025-08-10 | Today way the day I cracked. Or nearly. I was so caught up in my sewing I ignored the timer. But I did it! I stopped! Eventually...

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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I hope this is worth it⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 9

Retro Claude 2025-08-09 | Slow and steady today. Tricky to sew curves with lots of ease and fabric you can't unpick!

Hopefully this will work out on the first try!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Are we even making any progress? ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 8

Retro Claude 2025-08-08 | We are making progress! I promise! It's just so slow with all these curves and fiddly facings.

So it's another session without any actual sewing but it seems to be the format now. A pinning session (or clipping session), then a sewing session.

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: 👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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This should have been straight forward! ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 7

Retro Claude 2025-08-07 | Some easy tasks on the to do list today. Or so I thought! Just because something should be easy in theory doesn't make the sewing easy in practice!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: 👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Wobbly Lining Fabric Causing Issues! ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 6

Retro Claude 2025-08-06 | For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Maybe 20 minutes of sewing is TOO MUCH? ⏰| Alchemilla Rain Cape 5

Retro Claude 2025-08-05 | Today was a reminder why I wanted to try this method. When you have a variable condition it can sometimes be difficult to tell how you are going to feel each day.

Usually, I'm desperate to carry on sewing at the end of my 20 minutes. But not today!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude

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Facing an Easy Task ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 4

Retro Claude 2025-08-04 | For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
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I cant believe this took SO LONG! ⏰| Alchemilla Rain Cape 3

Retro Claude 2025-08-03 | Day 3 of working on the Alchemilla Rain Cape from Sewillow and today's 20 minute session felt VERY different from yesterday where I was whizzing along at the sewing machine.

Some sewing tasks are always just going to take the time they take and there's nothing you can do about it!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.

🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: 👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
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🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
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Day 2 and ACTUALLY Sewing ⏰ | Alchemilla Rain Cape 2

Retro Claude 2025-08-02 | How much sewing can you actually get done in 20 minutes? Well it turns out a surprising amount!

In this episode I was able to prep a lot of the facing pieces and attach them to the hood.

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: 👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
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🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
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Getting Back to Sewing! ⏰ 20 mins at a time | Sewillow Alchemilla Cape

Retro Claude 2025-08-01 | After a really long break from sewing my own clothes I am back with a new sewing project. And this time I'm making something I'm in desperate need of. A wheelchair friendly rain coat!

But to keep from injuring myself I can only work for 20 minutes at a time so it's going to be an accessible project in every sense.

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric: merchantandmills.com/uk/fern-dry-oilskin
✉️ The pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3HIlyQm
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
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🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
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Turning my Scrap Fabric into Useful Projects 🪡

Retro Claude 2025-07-11 | It's time to tackle my mountain of scrap fabric. I have been collecting all my scrap fabric for years and despite donating 2 massive bags full of scraps already I still have a lot to work through.

I'm going to have to get very creative with this project as many of the fabric scraps I am left with are awkward weights, sizes and quantities. But I do have something in mind for my first project, using all jersey scraps....🐶

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

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👗The fabric: All Scraps!
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN

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My Wins and FAILS from a year of clothing rationing #slowfashion

Retro Claude 2025-06-30 | I've been following the WW2 clothing rationing scheme for a whole year and these are the best and worst things I've bought this year.

Everything I Learnt in 1 Year of Clothes Rationing

Retro Claude 2025-06-27 | I've been following the WW2 Clothing rationing scheme for an entire year! It's not always been easy so I thought I would share with you what I've learnt after a year of shopping like it's the 1940s!

Some of the projects I mention:
My Stashbusting Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIpjXi4a4nTRZe41dSvAlAxCW1lyEKaUo
The Daisy Blouse: youtu.be/dDvG2ZHxm_E
The Victorian Knitted Spencer: youtu.be/0KiDyvxH9x8

Chapters:
WW2 Rationing 00:00
Second Hand is Everywhere 02:06
Thrifting Craft Supplies 4:55
Will You Really Use It? 6:20
A Stitch in Time 8:39
Everything in Moderation12:48
You Can Only Do Your Best 15:46
How Many Coupons Did I Spend? 16:10

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The Daisy Blouse gets an outing! #vintagecrochet

Retro Claude 2025-06-04 | After a really long time crocheting 371 daisies together I finally have a top that I can wear out. I went to see @AuroraMusic at Wembley Arena and had the most amazing time!

What to wear with the Daisy Blouse? #sewing #vintage

Retro Claude 2025-05-23 | With the Daisy Blouse finished it's time to think about what to wear with the world's most complicated vintage crochet project.

Many of you had some excellent suggestions and I was able to thrift the perfect pair of 1930s style cream trousers! The only issue is they are much too long. And so it's time to do a thrift flip, or a simple sewing alteration and hem the trousers to be shorter.

Making a Pom Pom with a Pom Pom maker! #knitting #crochet

Retro Claude 2025-05-04 | ...

A BIG Stash Update and some Finished Projects! | Stashbusting S4E2

Retro Claude 2025-05-02 | After finishing the Daisy Blouse it's time for a big stash update, only it might not be quite what you think 😅

I'm wearing in this video:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
1950s The Tailored Line Jacket: - AD tidd.ly/3nuXgLx
King Cole Merino Blend DK. I used shades Oatmeal and Graphite: - AD tidd.ly/3oiVlLJ
Buttons from Ebay: - AD ebay.us/Hg3dTe
Ghost Whisperer by Park Williams: ravelry.com/patterns/library/ghost-whisperer
Grey knitted jacket: freevintageknitting.com/free-jacket-patterns/bernat51/jacket-pattern-no487

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

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The Daisy Blouse Pattern: - AD tidd.ly/434HlYR
The Yarn: tangled-yarn.co.uk/collections/camarose/products/camarose-okologisk-sommeruld
The Wrap Top or Bra: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-wrap-top-or-bra
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
The Aran Look: - AD tidd.ly/3GytUJx
The Yarn: discontinued ravelry.com/yarns/library/patons-uk-capstan-for-aran-knitting
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
Tea Cosy: Vintage pattern Bestway B2587
Yarn: From stash and Cygnet DK - AD tidd.ly/40LAYur

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Its Finally Finished 🌼 #crochet

Retro Claude 2025-04-18 | My longest running WIP is finished. I couldn't have done it without your support. Thank you all so much!

The Hardest Project Ive Ever Worked on is Finished 🌼

Retro Claude 2025-04-18 | It's officially done. It's over. The Daisy Blouse is complete.

Thank you to every one for your wonderful support on this project. What started as a desire to explore unusual and surprising 1930s knitting patterns turned into a years long saga, an international rescue mission and my longest running WIP ever.

I couldn't have gotten this far without your support and for that I am so grateful 💖

Oh and if you're wondering I was watching ⁨@RachelBearn⁩ through most of this project!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

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The Daisy Blouse Pattern: - AD tidd.ly/434HlYR
The Yarn: tangled-yarn.co.uk/collections/camarose/products/camarose-okologisk-sommeruld
The Daisy Knitter: Vintage from eBay.
Crochet Hooks: I used various DIY ergonomic crochet hooks. One is 3D printed and the other is made from 2 make up sponges.

Knits I'm wearing:
Orange triangular shawl: Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
Grey Cardigan and Green Cardigan: freevintageknitting.com/free-jacket-patterns/bernat51/jacket-pattern-no487
1950s Knitted Jacket Pattern: - AD tidd.ly/3wPicFu
1940s Patchwork Jumper: 1940sstyleforyou.co.uk/blogs/news/1940s-multicolour-wartime-jumper-homecraft-economy-jumper-312

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DIY: Updating the Vintage Dress That Started It All

Retro Claude 2025-04-04 | One of my first ever vintage sewing projects no longer fits. So let's change that! After 5 years I am finally fixing all the things I wasn't so keen on about this dress.

Chapters:
00:00 What's the Issue?
2:07 Disability and Body Changes
3:53 Welcome Back - Sleeves
5:51 Shoulders and Neck
8:01 The Unpicking Begins
10:34 Overlocking
13:47 Hand Sewing
17:17 A New Day
20:00 The New and Improved Dress

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🪡My sewing machine (overlocker): brothersewingshop.co.uk/sewing-machines/overlock-coverstitch-machines/brother-2104d-overlocker-sewing-machine
👗The fabric: Vintage from a charity shop
✉️ The Pattern: Butterick B6485: jaycotts.co.uk/products/b6485-misses-dresses-with-shoulder-and-bust-detail-waist-tie-and-sleeve-variations
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Finishing My Christmas Project... in March 😅 | Stashbusting S4E1

Retro Claude 2025-03-21 | After a bit of a break, I'm back! My Christmas vintage knitting project is finished! Just in time for Spring! Whoops.

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
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1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
The Wrap Top or Bra: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-wrap-top-or-bra
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Spend a Cosy Christmas With Me! | Vlogmas 2024 (Compilation)

Retro Claude 2025-01-17 | All of Vlogmas in one place!

Enjoy sitting through nearly 5 hours of cosy crafting and chronic illness realness.

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
Mini Printing Press: openpressproject.com
Helpful videos for the Tetra Pak technique: @Handprinteduk

I'm wearing:

1980s does 1940s Knitted Waistcoat: sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat
Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
1940s Economy Jumper: archive.org/details/krl00537007

🪡My sewing machine: bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335
👗The fabric:
✂️My scissors:
UK - williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm
🌎 - AD amzn.to/3TqxhVN
🍗Pressing ham:
UK - AD tidd.ly/49Oq3lu
🌎World - AD amzn.to/4clcSKp
🔲Pressing Mat:
UK - AD tidd.ly/3PbACqE
🌎World - amzn.to/4ap0zLx
🔥My mini iron:
UK - AD tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT
🌎World - AD amzn.to/43qmNu5
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Thats a Wrap! Christmas is Here! | Vlogmas 24

Retro Claude 2024-12-24 | It's CHRISTMASSSSS!!!! Time to wrap those presents, get the house in order and start celebrating.

Thanks for joining me here this Vlogmas! I hope you have enjoyed following along whether you are celebrating or not. See you for the Not-New-Year's-Livestream!

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A Cosy Sunday on the Sofa Resting | Vlogmas 23

Retro Claude 2024-12-23 | After our big day out yesterday it's time to take it easy on the sofa and celebrate the last Sunday of Advent in a cosy fashion. Plus a knitting update!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
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Bringing my Guys and Dolls to London | Vlogmas 22

Retro Claude 2024-12-22 | It's time for a road trip!

Come with me and my friends to see Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre. It's my first West End trip in 5 years so let's hope the accessibility is good!

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Making Christmas Gifts with Wood...y | Vlogmas 18

Retro Claude 2024-12-20 | Day 2! Let's carry on working on these mystery Christmas gifts.
After gluing everything up yesterday it's time to do an awful lot of sanding and plaining. Join me as I carry on with my beginner woodworking journey!

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Claude Tries Woodworking for Christmas | Vlogmas 17

Retro Claude 2024-12-19 | It's time to try something new! Woody is teaching me how to use power tools! Wish me luck 🫣
Part 2 to follow tomorrow!

The shawl Woody made me take off: ravelry.com/patterns/library/shawl-for-an-art-lover

Also I double checked with Woody about him being on camera and he was very positive about it so I guess this is the face reveal?

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Intarsia Knitting and Intaglio Printing | Vlogmas 14 & 15 &16

Retro Claude 2024-12-18 | My 1930s vintage knitting project has thrown up a few surprises! Not only am I now doing Intarsia colourwork but the instructions are actually helpful!

Plus I finally try Intaglio printing using a tetra pak and my mini printing press from @openpressproject - AD Previously Gifted

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
Mini Printing Press: openpressproject.com
Helpful videos for the Tetra Pak technique: @Handprinteduk

I'm wearing my 1980s does 1940s Knitted Waistcoat: Waistcoat Pattern: sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat
Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!

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Domestic Goddess Mode Activated | Vlogmas 13

Retro Claude 2024-12-13 | After a bad day, I got to flex my culinary skills and make dinner for Woody and me. Oh and I've made progress on the 1930s ski jumper!

For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

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1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
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Friendship, Chronic Illness and BIRDS! | Vlogmas 12

Retro Claude 2024-12-12 | Am I getting my £3 worth of joy from my bird feeder? Will the washing machine ruin all my hand knit socks? Plus a chat about friendship and chronic illness :)
For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:

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1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
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Cozy Christmas Tree Decorating and Confusing Traditions | Vlogmas 11

Retro Claude 2024-12-11 | Come and decorate my family Christmas tree with me as we try to remember our own traditions...

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A Change of Scene and a Long Tail | Vlogmas 10

Retro Claude 2024-12-11 | I've come to the realisation that my day to day life goes at quite a slow pace but I'm alright with that.

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1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
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A Controversial Sunday Roast 🍗 | Vlogmas 9

Retro Claude 2024-12-09 | A cosy weekend in sheltering from the storm. Plus my vintage knitting project is progressing but I'm still not entirely sure it's going to fit!

My orange shawl is Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe

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1930s Jumper Pattern: subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s
Yarn: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g
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Knitting Maths Goes Wrong | Vlogmas 7

Retro Claude 2024-12-07 | I've got some maths to do before I can carry on with my Christmas knitting project but my calculations might have gone a bit off 😅

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My Wreath isnt Naked Anymore! | Vlogmas 6

Retro Claude 2024-12-06 | After a really rough day yesterday, a good night's sleep has me feeling more my usual self so let's get on with the business of Christmas!

Just a reminder that all my foliage was foraged on common ground. Foraging laws vary from country to county so make sure you check your local laws before helping yourself!

My orange shawl is Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe

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Spend the Day on the Sofa With Me | Vlogmas 5

Retro Claude 2024-12-05 | Not a great day. But still we persevere. I managed a little bit of knitting and a lot of Vlogmas watching!

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A Winter Walk with my Wheelchair👩🏻‍🦼 | Vlogmas 4

Retro Claude 2024-12-04 | It's time to find some foliage to make my naked wreath less naked. Plus a little bit of a mental health blip and a big bowl of pasta courtesy of Woody :)

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My Winter Knitting Plans | Vlogmas 3

Retro Claude 2024-12-03 | Day 3 of Vlogmas and it's time to start crafting! I've decided on a vintage knitting project for the winter months and I'm excited to get started.

I'm wearing my 1940s Economy Jumper: archive.org/details/krl00537007

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Gauge Issues and Health Issues | Stashbusting S3E5

Retro Claude 2024-12-02 | There are some ups and downs in this episode. It’s been a tough time for me with my health and I’ve been falling behind with my knitting goals. Still, in spite of everything, I did manage to make good progress…. As well as a few pretty huge mistakes.

I’m wearing:
Textured Shawl Recipe: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
Jacket no. 487: freevintageknitting.com/free-jacket-patterns/bernat51/jacket-pattern-no487
Wove Shawl: ravelry.com/patterns/library/wove
Yarn: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/rico-creative-melange-aran-wonderball?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
1940s Waistcoat: sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat
Studio Donegal Soft Donegal: yarnandknitting.com/product/studio-donegal-soft-donegal

Knitted Pumpkins:
peachunicorndesigns.com/blogs/knitting-blog/free-pumpkin-knitting-pattern?currency=USD
Mohn Cardigan by Engineering Knits: - AD tidd.ly/4bkWZSD
West Yorkshire Spinners Elements DK: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/west-yorkshire-spinners-elements?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Tea Cosies: ko-fi.com/s/512a99d344
From stash or
Cygnet DK - AD tidd.ly/40LAYur
Ratjetoe: ravelry.com/patterns/library/ratjetoe
West Yorkshire Spinners Elements DK: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/west-yorkshire-spinners-elements?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Dog Sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/dog-sweater-33
Yarn from eBay

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A Naked Wreath and Off to a Bad Start | Vlogmas Day 1

Retro Claude 2024-12-01 | Welcome to vlogmas! It's the first of December and it's time to attempt something possibly totally stupid and impractical, daily vlogs!

I've got several craft projects, knitting, sewing and maybe even some printing planned but it'll mostly be about me, my life and my disability. I hope you enjoy!

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A Victorian KNITTED Jacket from a MODERN pattern?

Retro Claude 2024-11-27 | It's time to return to some historical knitting! This project is for an Edwardian costume but the pattern is originally from the 1890s. While I have done some Victorian knitting before, I've never actually made a garment that has to fit! Let's hope I can figure out the instructions...

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Yarn: Grey is Vintage Patons Trident - ravelry.com/yarns/library/patons-uk-trident-dk
Pink is Cygnet DK - AD tidd.ly/40LAYur
The Victorian Dressmaker Volume 2 by @priorattire priorattire.co.uk/ourshop/cat_1462049-The-Dressmaker-books-series.html
Original Victorian Pattern: archive.org/details/krl3423423423/page/n63/mode/2up
Translated by @SallyPointer
Buttons: Vintage!
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I Tried Using a MINI PRINTING PRESS | Claude Tries New Things

Retro Claude 2024-11-01 | After the folks at the Open Press Project spotted that I had Print Making on my inspiration whiteboard for Claude Tries New Things, they kindly reached out to me for a collaboration. Thank you so much to the @openpressproject for sending me their mini printing press to try! - AD gifted.

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The Open Press Project: openpressproject.com
The Kickstarter for the Postcard Printing Press is now fully funded! Sign up for updates here: kickstarter.com/projects/martinschneider/the-postcard-printing-press

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Have We Hit a BIG Milestone? (ft. a cute pup) | Stashbusting S3E4

Retro Claude 2024-10-11 | Is this it? Are we finally going to break the big one hundred? After 2 and a bit years? Will I have finally gotten my stash to under 100 50g balls of wool?

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The Beekeeper's Quilt by Tiny Owl Knits: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-beekeepers-quilt
Green Hand Dyed Yarn: -AD tidd.ly/3znQ8KT
Mohn Cardigan by Engineering Knits: - AD tidd.ly/4bkWZSD
West Yorkshire Spinners Elements DK: - AD lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/west-yorkshire-spinners-elements?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Ranunculus Sweater by Midori Hirose: ravelry.com/patterns/library/ranunculus-3
Dog Sweater by Louise Bollanos: ravelry.com/patterns/library/dog-sweater-33
Rowan's Kidsilk Haze in Purplicious: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/rowan-kidsilk-haze-purplicious-678-25g
Drops Kid Silk: woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-kid-silk-off-white-01-25g
Fyberspates Scrumptious 4 Ply - Mulberry: woolwarehouse.co.uk/fyberspates-scrumptious-4-ply-mulberry-337-100g
Antiquity Blouse by Fabel Knitwear: - AD tidd.ly/4blirqr
Folklore Ruffle Top by Fabel Knitwear: - AD tidd.ly/3VKyQ1U
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