The Knitter Magazine Issue 72

My subscriber copy of The Knitter Magazine, Issue 72 arrived in the post this morning and I am delighted that my Hampton Court Tote Bag is the subscriber exclusive pattern! The criss cross design is reminiscent of the brickwork used on Henry VIII's palace at Hampton Court.

Hampton Court Tote Bag by Emma Vining

The textured pattern is created using stocking stitch and reverse stocking stitch areas divided diagonally by twisted stitches. The Tote Bag is knitted in Wendy Supreme Luxury Cotton Chunky in Cherry. This soft, smooth cotton yarn shows off the stitch pattern really well.

I used leather handles from Uhandbag.com to finish off this smart bag. They are attached using D rings, also from Uhandbag.com and webbing from C&H Fabrics.

Leather handles and large D rings from Uhandbag.com
Webbing from C&H Fabrics

Large D ring from Uhandbag.com
Webbing from C&H Fabrics

The Tote Bag is the first of three patterns. The patterns for the matching Kindle Cosy and Phone Cover will be in next month's Magazine.

Hampton Court gadget set by Emma Vining

How My Visit to the British Museum Unfolded

The British Museum is one of the most inspiring Museums in the World. I love how the building unfolds as you walk in and discover each layer of beautiful architecture and stunning exhibits.

The British Museum
Photo by Emma Vining

The British Museum
Photo by Emma Vining

During my visit, the Great Hall changed before my eyes as it got dark outside and the lights came on.

The British Museum
Photo by Emma Vining

Over the past few months as part of my 'Interiors" project with the John Allen Design Group, I have been working with paper sculpture and folding. I wanted to represent my view of the British Museum in this medium so I began with photomontage and put together a mix of different view points to show how I see the Museum.

Folded Photomontage
Copyright Emma Vining

To uncover the inside layers, I have made a short stop motion animation and you can now watch 'How My Visit to the British Museum Unfolded' on YouTube!