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October Dye-a-Long – Canal Walk

Dye-a-long october 2022 - canal walk - Debbie Tomkies, DT Craft & Design
A little bit later than scheduled, here is October’s Dye-a-Long theme, Canal Walk.
 
We’ve lived by the canal for over 20 years and I’m embarrassed to say we’ve only ever walked the path along our side. As we were dog-sitting we decided to explore the other side and found a plethora of amazing fungi!
 
It seemed only right to share this new journey with you (yes, I know it’s not what most people would call a ‘journey’ but sometimes it seems the best journeys start on your doorstep!)

As regulars to the Dye-a-Long will know, subtle colours are not usually my thing but I thought something gentle and delicate would make a relaxing change as we move gently into autumn.

New to the a Dye-a-Long?

It’s super simple and is just a bit of fun to kickstart some creative ideas. Each month I create a collage as inspiration for that month’s theme.

  • You choose whatever medium you prefer – yarn, fibre, fleece, roving, fabric – anything goes!
  • Decide on your method – handpaint, print, tie dye, speckle, immersion or whatever you love to do.
  • When you’re done, post a pic in the group.

Come on over and join us – you’ll be sure of a warm welcome!

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Debbie Tomkies

Debbie is a textile designer, hand-dyer, author and tutor with over 25 years' experience in her field. Debbie has 4 books and over 100 articles published in major magazines and welcomes requests for articles, how-to features, technical and research articles, video tutorials and books.

Making Futures

In addiiton to being a partner in DT Craft & Design, Debbie runs social enterprise Making Futures CIC, delivering a wide range of workshops, classes, Arts Award, Artsmark and City & Guilds accredited programmes. Debbie also offers business mentoring and start-up advice to new creative enterprises.

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It's Holiday Time!

Last posting dates:

We’ll be posting those stocking fillers and last-minute gifts (we’ve all been there!) for orders placed before 12.30pm on 23rd December. However, last posting date is 21st December so it may be that orders may not arrive in time for the ‘big day’. If you need a last-minute gift or you’re not sure what to get we do have gift vouchers in the shop!

Christmas holiday

As it’s Christmas we are then taking a bit of a break and the shop will be closed until 4th Jan 2026.You may still place orders (simply close this window with the ‘X’ or escape to return to the shop) but we will not start dispatching orders until 4th January.

Thank you!

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone for your support and custom this year. Your support for small businesses like ours is very much appreciated.

Last but definitely not least, we wish you all a peaceful and restful festive break and hope to be able to say thank you in person in 2026!

Love, Debbie & Pete xx