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About craftycreeky

I live in a busy market town in Yorkshire with my husband, kids, dogs and chickens. I love trying new crafts, rediscovering old ones, gardening, walking...anything creative really I started this blog after my New Year resolution worked so well. My resolution (the first one I've ever kept!) was to post a photograph of my garden on Facebook every day. My hope was that I would then see what was good in the garden and not just weeds and work, which was my tendency. The unexpected side-effect was that I have enjoyed many more hours in the garden. I am hoping that 'The Crafty Creek' will have the same effect. Happy creating!

Splendid Sampler Progress

Posted on November 9, 2016 by craftycreeky

Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been trying to get a few projects finished, I’ve gifted one quilt and I’ve another two projects almost there, so I’m feeling pretty pleased at the moment. Along the way I’ve also managed … Continue reading →

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Sew North

Posted on November 7, 2016 by craftycreeky

I had a great day on Saturday at Sew North, it was a meet up for sewers in Leeds organised by Sally from Sew Sweet by Sally and Becca from Red W Sews. They did a great job! We met … Continue reading →

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Stitch-a-long time

Posted on November 6, 2016 by craftycreeky

I can’t quite believe it’s three weeks since I last posted about my flower embroidery! The design is by Di van Niekerk and it consists of twelve different mini panels, all diamond shaped, there’s ribbon embroidery, stumpwork, as well as … Continue reading →

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The Apothecary Cat Quilt

Posted on November 2, 2016 by craftycreeky

All quilts are meant to have a name so after much thought I’ve named this one the Apothecary Cat Quilt, more about that later… On Sunday our clocks went back an hour and the day seemed to go on and … Continue reading →

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Slow-Stitching Sunday

Posted on October 30, 2016 by craftycreeky

It’s Slow Stitching Sunday over on Kathy’s Quilts, celebrating all things hand-stitched, I’ve been making steady progress with my stitching this week, both hand and machine. I’m trying to get a few finishes under my belt at the moment, I … Continue reading →

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Lavender Duster Jacket

Posted on October 25, 2016 by craftycreeky

During Indie month over on The Monthly Stitch I fell for a few new patterns, you know what it’s like, they showcase a designer you’ve not come across before, you click over onto their site and before you know it … Continue reading →

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Stitching in the Dales

Posted on October 23, 2016 by craftycreeky

I’ve been making slow but steady progress over the last couple of weeks on my cross-stitch box. It’s a kit by Nutmeg Designs for a small box with a lift off lid. What I particularly liked about this one was … Continue reading →

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Disappearing Four Patch

Posted on October 22, 2016 by craftycreeky

I’ve been on annual leave this weeks and I have to admit I’ve had rather a nice pottering week, despite getting a cold and cough (isn’t it always the way!!) I’ve done bits of gardening, bits of sewing, even a … Continue reading →

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Hey Diddle Diddle

Posted on October 20, 2016 by craftycreeky

I’ve just had a lovely day walking round Bolton Abbey with a couple of friends. We wanted a walk that wasn’t too strenuous, potential for autumn colour and a choice of tea shops!! Bolton Abbey fitted the bill perfectly! We’re … Continue reading →

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Fabric Shopping in Yorkshire!

Posted on October 18, 2016 by craftycreeky

  As you know I am rather partial to the occasional retail therapy when it comes to fabric, even better when it is totally unexpected…. Skipton is turning into quite a good centre for fabric. The Fent Shop has been … Continue reading →

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