tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136944762024-03-14T02:45:36.760+00:00Colours Of Enfys"Enfys" is Welsh for "Rainbow". It is pronounced "Enn-viss". I love Rainbows and lots of colour. You can see this in my work which is designing and writing crochet patterns. I also do a whole load of other crafts and decided a blog was the right place to bring them all together, especially as they constantly overlap in real life!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06560731782657483713noreply@blogger.comBlogger355125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-30563390511732056202018-02-05T10:54:00.000+00:002018-02-06T10:57:30.390+00:00New ProjectI am starting a new project - and it is one I can share with you. :D.
My nieces are getting married and I wanted to make them something. After lengthy discussions, we have decided on a crocheted version of "Twister". Rather than the traditional 4 rows of 4 colours we are going for 6 rows of 6 colours chosen to compliment their wedding colours and we are going for dice rather than a spinner.
If Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-47275879726515223472018-02-01T11:04:00.001+00:002018-02-01T11:04:26.268+00:00More learning curves.
This time it is cPanel.Last week my web host gave me 7 days notice that she was shutting down. While I understand and support her reasoning behind this, it put me into a bit of a panic.It meant that I needed to find a suitable web host and get my site transferred over without interrupting my business in any way.
Luckily, there are a lot of places out there to host your web site, the trick is toRainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-68271966052142014062017-12-22T13:32:00.000+00:002018-02-01T13:34:18.996+00:00Kiss Me Quick
Meet "Kiss Me Quick".
The CAL will start in March 2018 and full details will be available in January on
www.cal.enfys.me.uk
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-47897587590782794672017-03-12T12:14:00.000+00:002018-02-01T10:38:54.248+00:00Mini FlowersBlock 5.
This is actually the first block I designed for the Secret Garden but after discussion with the testers, we decided to go with a different order.
It is made with 9 mini blocks which are joined as you go. As always, please read the instructions carefully and refer back to the notes where necessary.
For more information go to the Secret Garden web page.
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-10473692955691804072017-03-09T13:10:00.000+00:002018-02-01T10:39:51.195+00:00Just a few balls of yarn........Having chosen the colours for the new CAL and finding out that Stylecraft prices are going up, I decided to get some in ready. I know I haven't started it yet (still working on this *&^%$£* commission) but it just seemed like the best thing to do in current circumstances.
Last Thursday, the delivery arrived. You know some things you imagine are always bigger when you see them in real life?
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-33416460043118349182017-02-26T18:21:00.000+00:002018-02-01T10:40:17.372+00:00You know how much I like to tease?
Partly because I have enjoyed the Secret Garden so much and partly because I am a sucker for punishment, I am planning another CAL - Space Odyssey.
Here are the colours I have chosen.
Saffron, Spice, Copper.
Teal, Aspen, Sage.
Cloud Blue, Aster, Royal.
Silver, Graphite, Black.
White, Lipstick.
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-53027427331296981352017-02-26T12:10:00.000+00:002018-02-01T10:32:16.172+00:00More ButterfliesBlock 4.
An important thing to be aware of is that it changes from rounds to rows and back to rounds.
You need to use a lot of numbered stitch markers on the butterfly. I suggest you use different coloured yarn and make a list giving each colour a number. The wing tips are attached through the bottom layer only. All other marked stitches are attached through both layers.
For more information goRainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-5284597883425832582017-02-26T11:40:00.000+00:002017-03-09T11:42:43.560+00:00Birthdays, Butterflies and Frogs.Yesturday was my birthday. It was also the first Yarn Yard open day of 2017.
Benjamin made me some gorgeous Butterfly earrings.
He is studying at the Goldsmiths Centre in London and used some of his work experience time to make them.
Heather made me a cake.
Those of you who crochet will understand the theme perfectly!
The open day went well. I had a few visitors who had come for my Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-9066308387141134542017-02-12T15:58:00.000+00:002017-03-09T15:59:38.790+00:00Following on........Block 3.
The large flower is made in a sinilar way to the dranfly which is why I chose this one next.
For more information go to the Secret Garden web page.
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-9310465425889669622017-01-31T11:56:00.000+00:002017-03-09T11:58:02.256+00:00Lupus and the Secret Garden.
I am donating the DK version of the Secret Garden to Lupus.
I have decided that the best way to raise money from is is with a prize draw via Just Giving. This way people from all over the world can take part and we can get lots of money.
You can join in by visiting my Just Giving page.
There is no minimum donation. For every £5 you donate, you will receive one entry into the prize draw. Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-77988165582044807432017-01-29T15:55:00.000+00:002017-03-09T15:56:15.082+00:00Block 2 is here.I decided to release it a day early, mainly because I am at home all day to answer and questions.
This one is a Dragondfly. Again, it is made in all four colour ways
For more information go to the Secret Garden web page.
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-37746345050519693672017-01-25T11:07:00.000+00:002017-03-09T11:09:20.306+00:00The Yarn Yard. The Yarn Yard is finally up and running in its own right.
It is not a public shop, it is the yarn and supplies side of of Rainbow Valley which I run from home. Just click on the banner above to visit the online version and see what I stock.
I have a series of open days planned thoughout the year but, if you live locally and would like to visit, you are welcome to telephone me to arrange an Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-5718335234043911002017-01-16T14:41:00.000+00:002017-03-09T14:44:01.689+00:00And we are off!The long awaited first block of the Secret Garden was released today.
This one is a daisy with four small butterflies dancing around it. Each block is made in four different colour ways.
For more information go to the Secret Garden web page.
Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-41209390269870750592016-11-09T19:14:00.000+00:002017-03-09T11:10:45.838+00:00Debut Yarn Yard Open Day
I'm very busy getting everything ready for my very first Yarn Yard open day. As well as the chance to treat yourself to new yarn and accessories, I will have many of my own kits there for you to purchase.Throughout the day there will be coffee/tea available and a few of my crochet students are fantastic bakers so hopefully a nice cake or two as well.Hope to see you there.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-18638652904660749672016-10-28T12:03:00.000+01:002017-03-09T11:59:11.360+00:00Lupus, our official charity
After much thought I am pleased to announce that I have just been in touch with Lupus UK and Rainbow Valley is adopting them as their official charity. This means that any fundraising done during the year will be to support Lupus UK.To find out more about Lupus visit their website.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-16661163197313730472016-08-24T12:00:00.000+01:002016-09-30T15:03:51.325+01:00Cover girl
WooHoo! Great news I made the cover of Inside Crochet issue number 81 and not just a small photo but the main image.For the lovely yarn I used please go to my online shop below I have made some suggestions of possible colour variations. Dont forget to share pictures of your completed sunrise stole on my facebook page as I would love to see them.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-27790599360972551872016-04-28T16:16:00.000+01:002017-03-09T11:13:24.828+00:00Twit twoo luggage
Issue 77 Inside Crochet you will find my Magical Owl bag pattern
Full kits are in either DK or Natura at my online store
I would love to see your completed bags, so please post pictures on my facebook page.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-72167429239480557232015-02-01T21:13:00.000+00:002015-02-01T21:56:37.775+00:00Friends of Rainbow Valley - Rainbowlicious YarnsThis is something new I am trying out. Each month I will be asking a friend of Rainbow Valley to us tell about something fun. The first guest blogger is Laura from Rainbowlicious Yarns.
How to Hand Dye Wool using Food Colouring and White Vinegar.
I am very honoured to have been asked by Rainbow Valley Crochet to write an article for her blog.
One of the reasons I started hand Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-55907610503108319382015-01-22T09:43:00.000+00:002016-09-30T18:56:19.817+01:00Last Christmas................I had a full set of Clover Amour.
My son connived with a friend. I had half the set from him and the other half from her.
I would show you the full set but they are scattered about in various projects, as any good hook should be.
This Christmas, my son bought me some beautiful hand made candle stick holders. Not that I plan to use them for candles but they will make beautiful bud vasesRainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-88419551140356209852015-01-20T10:46:00.000+00:002015-01-20T10:46:18.417+00:00Blog RevivalI really need to get this blog up and running again. Hopefully, now that the bulk of the EU VAT work is out of the way, I will have more time for blogging as well as crocheting.
When I went to Ally Pally last year, I was a bit disappointed. It is now 5 days and the prices have gone up, making it far too expensive for the smaller yarn suppliers.
As a consequence, lots of regulars I was Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-57611684221670563872015-01-17T10:37:00.000+00:002015-01-17T10:37:13.376+00:00Back to CrochetingA whole load of events, over which I had no control, seemed to take over last year.
First there were the Distance selling regs which meant I had to re-evaluate the way I ran the website. With Ravelry not being able to provide a shopping cart which complied with the regulations, I had to change my instant download provider.
Then came the EU VAT. More changes to the website but many of which Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-22059259326381424042014-10-22T13:04:00.000+01:002015-01-17T10:37:33.719+00:00New EU VAT regulationsYes, the EU is at is again. Apparently they have been at it since 2008. So why are we only finding out about it now?
EU VAT rules are changing. From January 1st 2015, VAT payable on digital items will no longer be dependant on the sellers location, it will be dependant on the buyers location and payable to the buyers government. To add insult to injury, cross border thresholds are a big fat Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06560731782657483713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-26199688664842389402014-08-17T17:58:00.001+01:002014-08-17T17:58:31.317+01:00Posh Jewellery Stands.I went to the "Festival of Quilts" at the NEC last weekend, while I was in Penarth visiting my parents. Knowing that anything I bought would have to fit in my case to be brought home via the London Underground, I had no intentions of buying anything.
But fabric is so much more compact than yarn!
I bought a 3 metre piece of lovely cotton with the plans to make a new skirt and top set. That is Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06560731782657483713noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-7128903519900785852014-08-14T17:39:00.000+01:002014-08-14T17:39:14.935+01:00Having a Murphy Day!Actually, it started yesterday. The sewing machine wouldn't work. I took it all apart, cleaned it out then the door bell went. It was Sue for my class which I had forgotten all about. Actually, I had forgotten it was Wednesday but that is just a minor fact.
Then last night I managed to turn the computer off at the plug before it finished shutting down. When I switched it back on this Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06560731782657483713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13694476.post-51073756075583218922014-06-30T15:26:00.000+01:002014-07-03T15:27:43.138+01:00Website ChangesRemember that new "Instant Download Provider" I mentioned? I have been having so much fun with it.
First of all, I have been able to do this!
And, thanks to the new CSS I have been learning, it follows you as you scroll down the page.
Ok, so I don't yet understand the finer points and in some of the older IE browsers it does not work properly but, when it does work, it's great!
You can see Rainbow Valley Crochethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08891029842781399342noreply@blogger.com0