Category: Introductions

  • Have you tried turning it off and on again?

    Have you tried turning it off and on again?

    Here’s the thing. Stuff happened and life became very busy.

    The short story: I have decided to start again with my mailing list. Please sign up below, thanks.

    The longer version: I refreshed the website, and went to email my people about it, because it had been a while since I emailed them. When I got there I found my account had gone due to inactivity (thanks, Monkey!). Apparently, if you don’t email your list often enough, it vanishes into a void.

    At first I was gutted. The people there have been reading my emails since I started, since I was Carry Yarn Stitching. We’ve laughed together during crochet and knitting classes, and hung out on social media.

    It’s not a failure though, it’s just a new beginning. My style has changed, I work in more mediums. This way, starting from scratch, with a different setup, and I know that the people who sign up are aligned with where I’m going, and want to be part of it. It’s slower, friendlier, less hustle, and more in tune with how I actually work.

    I do hope you’ll decide to join me on this creative adventure. I’ll be sending out newsletters every 2-4 weeks, with links to downloadable treats, behind-the-scenes joy and little updates. If you’re interested, please pop your email in the box below. As a thank you gift, there’s a free set of creative prompts for you to enjoy.

    Let’s put the stupid monkey in it’s place. I promise I won’t shout constantly. That’s not how I work.

    Set of prompts on a glass table with flowers and art supplies
    A set of 20 creative prompts for you to enjoy
  • Welcome to the Journal

    Welcome to the Journal

    (We’ve got fun and games)

    Hello, and welcome to the Happy Makes Journal!

    This space is where I share the stories behind the making — the happy mess where glitter, paint, and a dash of rebellion meet!

    You might be wondering, why “Journal” and not “Blog”? Well, here’s the thing: A blog sounds organised and up-to-date, and feels like I have to write perfectly polished posts every time. But a journal? It’s all about sharing what’s real, unfiltered, and messy — a place where I can try out ideas, chat about what’s inspiring me, and even show you the bits of my creative process that don’t always make the cut. No rules, just fun.

    This is where the magic happens (or the chaos — depending on the day). Here, you’ll find all sorts of fun stuff:

    • Sneaky peeks at what I’m working on (no filter, just real creative life)
    • My thoughts on the beauty of making, experimenting, and, yes, sometimes making a mess
    • Little sparks of inspiration to help you unleash your creativity

    It’s all about creating something that makes you smile, no matter how messy it gets. So if you’re ready to dive into a world of sparkles, ideas, and crafty chaos, you’re in the right place.

    Let’s create something wonderful — just for fun.

    Caroline. x

    Handspun art yarn