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There’s something about living by the sea that reshapes the rhythm of your days. Since moving back to the Croatian coast, I’ve found myself slowing down, noticing more: the way the waves roll in, the scent of salt on the breeze, the light dancing on the water at different times of day. That quiet, shifting beauty inspired the Ocean Vibes Socks . They carry a little of that coastal calm in every stitch — a gentle nod to the sea and the slower pace it invites. The Ocean Vibes Socks are a gentle introduction to colourwork, designed with simplicity in mind and perfect for knitters looking to dip their toes (literally!) into stranded knitting. Worked cuff-down in two colours, the design flows with a subtle wave motif that’s easy to memorise and soothing to knit. Whether you’re new to colourwork socks or simply in the mood for something peaceful and rhythmic, this pattern is a joy to settle into. I originally designed them using Drops Fabel, a soft and sturdy fingering-weight yarn that come...

My yarn basket is sacred. It’s one of the few things in our home that my three-year-old instinctively knows not to touch. Nestled beside my rocking chair, it holds a soft chaos of fingering-weight yarn destined for a cozy memories blanket, and a quiet, waiting stack of worsted merino — patient as ever — dreaming of becoming a sweater. It’s always within arm’s reach, ready for those quiet pockets of time when the house finally stills, my mind softens, and my hands remember what to do. Back during the pandemic, I returned to fibre crafts as a way to cope — and my love of knitting quickly deepened. When we moved back to our family home on the Croatian coast — and our family grew — carving out a “corner of peace for Mummy” became a quiet necessity. The first step was converting an old piece of furniture into a home for my yarn and needles. I added my knitting books, a lamp, and spent what felt like forever searching for the right chair. Eventually, I found it: a rocking armchair that fits ...