stuff susie made

Can you spot the cat? :)
Mercerized cotton is the BEST yarn for cushions.  That added sheen and protection means the stitches do not pile or fluff up as easily when the cushion is being used (more accurately abused) daily by kids and that cat.  I made another cushion with cotton...

For anyone who has yet to try crocheting with silk - I strongly suggest you try - like right now �
I've just finished the South Bay Shawlette (It's a free pattern!) using this gorgeous red silk yarn I got from Weaving Yarn (supplier in Wales), which was an absolute pleasure to crochet with.  So smooth to touch and it has this subtle sheen that looks...

Hubby has been working really hard this week and he's seen some grim scenes at the hospital which has worn him down.  I know there's a real sense of the curve flattening in most countries but the situation in hospitals are still very serious.  There...

Xiao Long Bao = Meat Dumplings
If you've never tried, these dumplings (the real ones) are killer comfort food.  They're made with bits of jellied broth that melt when steamed so when you bite into them you get the yummy filling and a mouthful of meaty gravy.  It does mean though you...