In knots and stitches

16/08/2026

I had a wonderful time yesterday hosting a needle felting workshop at Anvil Alpacas of Durham
Despite the ladies not having done anything like this before, they all created their own alpaca and had cake and laughs along the way. They learned new skills and I can't wait to see them again for our needle felt Christmas decorations workshop in November.

So please watch out for this particular event as there will be 4 more places available. If we have plenty of interest, then we may be able to run another workshop.

10/08/2026

The Allendale Forge Studios on such a beautiful day

02/08/2026

I am blown away that two of my pictures have sold today - the hare and the owl, to someone I was talking to when I was at The Allendale Forge Studios on Thursday.

The original fox picture will be making a return this week. I shall try to keep on top of making pictures.
But which creature would you like to see make an appearance next?

Once again, thank you to all the wonderful customers who buy my work. Without you, I wouldn't be making all these wonderful items, which I put my heart into.

30/07/2026

Two new creatures are making an appearance as of today at The Allendale Forge Studios

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30/07/2026

What's new at
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I've updated my pitch to include otters and barn owls, pictures and sculptures, plus more sheep as they have been popular.

There will be more creatures coming as soon as they are made.

Which woodland creature would you like to see?

30/07/2026

24/07/2026

A start to my morning...vanilla latte and cheese scone!

The cafe is open until 3pm today so if you're hungry when you get here, there's something to fill that gap.

The The Allendale Forge Studios gift shop has plenty quality handmade items. Totally unique. Even the gallery and Forge Artists have something to offer.

The shop and gallery are open until 4pm today, so please come and visit and say hi.

14/07/2026

So could this be why I haven't seen him in a while?

So who do you think will go through to the final?

Plus, keep an eye out for Cedric. If you see him, please let me know.

12/07/2026

04/07/2026

Here at Ushaw's craft weekend and I am demonstrating what I do. I also have a separate table for my creations.

The main refectory is full of stalls along with the corridors including some demonstrations of different crafts.

Pop along either today or tomorrow.
Open 10-4

Hope to see you soon.