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Times
6 days ago
- General
- Times
Sewing and knitting skills ‘dying out' in Britain, survey finds
Gone are the days when it was normal to darn a hole in your socks or use a sewing machine to take in a pair of trousers. Now, a crochet blanket is more likely to be made by your grandmother than to be one of the skills in your arsenal. A survey shows that sewing and needlework are the most endangered domestic skills. Just 27 per cent can operate a sewing machine confidently and only 16 per cent are proficient knitters, according to Good Housekeeping's domestic skills survey. Darning is nearly obsolete as only 9 per cent are doing it regularly, while just 10 per cent still crochet. They are also among the skills that respondents were least invested in passing on to future generations.
Daily Mail
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
27 summer heatwave fashion buys that will keep you cool while the weather is hot, from £16
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more As the heatwaves continue, you may be wondering how to navigate summer without resorting to walking down the local high street in your swimmers. Whether you are staying in the UK or wiggling off to sunnier destinations, these looks have you covered from dawn to dusk. Simply switch up your accessories for strappy heels and gold jewellery and they'll scream holiday evening glamour. Linen is a longstanding favourite thanks to its breathability and endlessly chic vibe – think off-duty Parisienne sauntering around the city. It also washes amazingly, which, let's face it, is a necessity in these temperatures. (When drying your linen pieces, make sure to hang them out immediately to stretch them out, or have the hand-steamer at the ready.) Of course, linen comes with a word of warning: it will crease. However, this is an accepted part of the aesthetic and doesn't prevent it looking effortless and put-together. Linen wasn't the only hero trend of S/S 25: the runways were also big on crochet, in the form of dresses, skirts, tops, bags and swimwear. With labels such as Gabriela Hearst, Acne Studios, Isabel Marant and Ralph Lauren showing looks inspired by the traditional fishnet design, it was only a matter of time until the high street put a modern (and cheaper) spin on the trend. To really make the most of their gorgeous neutral tones, team these looks with leather, woven; and chunky accessories. Hair: Jamie McCormick using Hair by Sam McKnight. Make-up: Jose Bass using Chanel Les Beiges Golden Hour collection and No 1 de Chanel Body Serum-In-Mist. Model: Anissa at The Hive
CBC
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Annapolis Valley crocheter promotes mental health to growing audience
Michael Sellick has built an online community by sharing his passion for crochet. Now the founder of the Crochet Crowd says he's going a step further with Everyday Stitch, a new website set to launch later this year dedicated to the therapeutic benefits of crochet for those struggling with mental health challenges. Working from the home near Wolfville, N.S., he shares with his partner, Daniel Zondervan, Sellick has amassed a global following of 1.3 million online. Sellick's journey into crochet began when he was feeling lonely and went on YouTube to share his crochet skills. To his surprise, it soon turned into a global movement. Sellick's approach is deeply personal. He initially struggled to be himself on camera, but then embraced authenticity. He says his openness has created a welcoming space where people feel safe to express themselves. Beyond the digital world, Sellick fosters connections through Wednesday night Stitch Nights at a local craft store, where crocheters of all skill levels gather to socialize, share tips, and stitch together. Genevieve Bondy, a regular at the weekly gatherings, moved to the area from Ottawa with her husband. She credits the group with helping her adjust to life after moving back to Nova Scotia. "We've met a lot of new people at the stitch group," she says. "It's been a great way to integrate." Sellick keeps the gatherings adults-only, allowing for unfiltered conversation and humour. Crochet has helped him with some of the traumas and issues he has had to deal with throughout his life, he says. "My brain is a messy pile of a garbage dump," he says. "It's a sense of meditation and coming down off stuff, but it's also a way to realize that your life might not be so bad if you can process it and stop panicking." Sellick says the goal of Everyday Stitch, which is scheduled to open in December, is to reach people who may be in a dark place and provide a sense of community that can help them pull through it. "It's that momentum of helping somebody paddle their boat until they get enough momentum to be able to do it themselves," he says. 'Some people take longer. The journey is really personal, so the space in which people learn or get through things is really their own story." The site will encourage users to set personal goals, share their stories, and find solace in the rhythmic, repetitive nature of stitching. Sellick says he has heard countless stories from followers who credit crochet with helping them through depression, grief, and even suicidal thoughts. As he works on the launch of the new website, Sellick says he doesn't know what the future holds but he knows the community he has built will help him move forward. "There's never a stopping point," he says, "You can keep crocheting until you're physically unable to. So your journey is never really, truly over until you think you're finished." If you or someone you know is struggling, here's where to look for help:
BBC News
26-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Appeal to fill Brighton with knitted red roses for Rugby World Cup
People in Brighton and Hove are being asked to knit or crochet red roses to decorate the city, ahead of September's Women's Rugby World Amex stadium is one of eight venues hosting matches, with England playing Australia on 6 September and New Zealand playing Ireland the following knitting project has been inspired by the England squad using crochet as a team bonding roses will be used to decorate shop windows and other businesses from 25 August. Bella Sankey, the leader of the city council, said: "Brighton & Hove is well-known for being a creative city, and I'm sure all our knitters and crochet enthusiasts will enjoy supporting this colourful and quirky way to celebrate the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025."It will be lovely to see a whole bouquet of city centre business windows adorned with red roses later this summer, as we look forward to welcoming rugby fans from all over the world."Patterns can be downloaded here, and all finished items must be dropped off at Jubilee Library by 10 August.
Daily Mail
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
This £1,700 cult bag is having a major moment - I've found 7 high street alternatives from £38
The weather is warming up, and fashion influencers and tourists alike are gearing up for another Euro summer. The phrase was originally used to refer to non-Europeans (especially Americans and Australians) heading off on extended trips in the Mediterranean. But, thanks to platforms like Instagram and TikTok, it's now less of a travel term and more of an aspirational aesthetic. Think: morning strolls through cobblestone streets, afternoons sipping Aperol Spritzes on sun loungers and, of course, a carefully-curated wardrobe to match the vibe. Fashion's most coveted item of the season? A crochet bag, preferably designer – and there's a wealthy selection to choose from. There's the £890 Summer Banana Tote from Chloé, the £1,760 Crochet Tote from Prada and don't even get us started on the incredible collection of baskets and raffia bags at Anya Hindmarch. But, the piece that's turning the most heads across southern Europe this summer is the £1,700 Crochet Tote from Miu Miu. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Audrey Peters🍒 (@ The rainbow crochet accessories have become a cult favourite, with personal shoppers at Gab Waller, Threads and The Find Studio hitting sourcing records for the £1,100 Crochet Pouch, which is sold out online. The multicoloured shopper is still available to buy online, but sadly it's a little (read: a lot) more pricey than our budget. Luckily, there are some great alternatives on the high street that offer the colourful crochet look, without the designer price tag. From a blue-and-green shopper at Mango to a pink-and-orange straw clutch at Next and a purple-and-brown carry-all basket at Bimba Y Lola, scroll down for our edit of the seven best affordable Miu Miu alternatives that you can just throw on with a linen shirt, some denim shorts and flip-flops on your summer holiday. Shop our favourite Miu Miu alternatives Bimba Y Lola John Lewis £69 Shop Mango Sensi Studio Next £38 Shop £29.99 Shop Sézane
