Matt Spiers

2 months ago | gathered.how | Matt Spiers

Meet Shula – Ann Franklin's sheep knitting pattern! Knitted in a combination of bramble stitch and garter stitch, she's a real cutie and the perfect spring project. Shula is created using 4ply and aran-weight Shetland wools from Jamieson & Smith to create a truly special finish – ideal for gift making. Bramble stitch is easier to work than you think: you just work two knit stitches and a yarn forward into one stitch. Keep scrolling to find our free sheep knitting pattern.

2 months ago | gathered.how | Matt Spiers

40+ Granny Square ideas to try today!So you've whipped up a beautiful batch of granny squares, and now you're not sure what to do with them? Well we're here to help with tons of granny square ideas!If you're only just starting out on your crochet journey, catch up with the basics with our guide to How to make a granny square. And if you're looking for individual square patterns, you can find loads of them in our Free Granny Squares Patterns post! What to make with granny squares?

Mar 4, 2025 | gathered.how | Matt Spiers

If you’re looking to get crafty and create your own Easter table decorations, then you’ve come to the right place!We’ve rounded up our favourite Easter table decorations ideas to help you celebrate the season. You’ll find a range of different projects to try, from unique place settings, simple table runners and show-off centrepieces. There’s something for everybody in this range of Easter table decorations, from simple papercraft place settings to epic floral arrangements.

Feb 22, 2025 | gathered.how | Matt Spiers

Easter wreath ideas – 15 ways to celebrate spring with craftWe love getting creative with our door decorations here at Gathered, so we’ve got loads of Easter wreath ideas for you to try. In this article, you’ll find a range of DIY Easter wreaths that suit all crafting abilities. From colouring-in wreaths to keep the kids entertained to more complicated makes for adults to try, we have plenty of Easter wreath ideas to keep you busy!15 Easter wreath ideas to try this spring1.

Feb 20, 2025 | gathered.how | Matt Spiers

Make a unique spring gift for your loved ones with these 30 DIY Easter basket ideasWhen I started thinking about Easter basket ideas, it took me straight back to my childhood – the Easter egg hunts around the garden, the cute little Easter bonnets me and my sister made and wore to school, and of course the all-important chocolate!Regardless of whether you follow the religious element of the holiday or not, Easter is the perfect time to celebrate the end of winter and the return of spring.