Jenny

The square knot was one of the first knots I learned and has somehow become my favourite knot and the one I have created lots of projects with. The Square Knot - my favourite knot It's one of the fundamental knots in macramé and can be used in a huge variety of projects, from basic coasters and plant hangers to bags and wall hangings. Once you've mastered it, you'll find yourself tying it almost without thinking – and that's when the calming, mindful rhythm of macramé really begins. My love...

Earlier today I was struggling. I knew I wanted to create something and to write, but I didn't know how to write what I wanted or how to put my thoughts down on paper. So I did what I often encourage other people to do. I stepped away from the screen, made myself a cacao, sat in the garden and simply listened. As I settled, I found myself thinking about the book I'm currently reading, Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Transforms Our Health by Dr Daisy Fancourt. Although I'm only at the...

How Creativity Became Part of My Mental Health Journey A personal reflection on mental health, creativity, grief, boundaries and the small everyday things that help me feel more like myself again. The small everyday things that help me. This week it’s Mental Health Awareness Week and I haven’t really mentioned it on any of my socials because, honestly, I feel that every week should include mental health awareness. If I were still in a school, we’d be talking about this with pupils and looking...