Although it is now the month of May and we are all hoping that the weather will continue to improve, knitting is still the perfect task to keep you entertained during the May Day Bank Holiday, this weekend. Here at Calico Laine, we have recently been very busy expanding our Wool section online and in-store. [caption id="attachment_6846" align="alignright" width="300"]crochet The Knit Pro Waves Aluminium Pink Crochet Set makes a gorgeous gift.[/caption] Recently we have seen a huge resurgence in the art of crochet. Crochet is a great pastime for anybody but particularly for beginners who may not be particularly confident about picking up a needle for the first time. Unlike knitting, crochet requires only one hook and is considered to be a much simpler method of creating items from Wool. By using the crochet method you can create a myriad of attractive items using our excellent quality range of Wool, such as a simple blanket. Our Wool department have recently taken delivery of a range of gorgeous crochet items including a variety of crochet needles in varying widths and a variety of Crochet Hooks. If you are really looking to treat yourself or a friend, our lovely Crochet Sets by renowned manufacturers including Symfonie, Dreamz and Waves Aluminium make the ideal gift. For the more experienced Knitters who may have amassed a wide range of Knitting Needles and Wool, our Fabric Cases are the ideal choice for keeping your tools organised and easily accessible. With a choice of gorgeous Fabric designs including jacquard, brocade and cotton our Fabric Cases are designed to protect your Knitting tools from loss or damage and will keep your items perfectly organised. If you are new to the hobby of Knitting or Crochet and are unsure about which needle is required for your task, our Knitting Sets are the perfect idea for purchasing a variety of Knitting Needles at a low cost. All of our new Knitting and Crochet Accessories are now available to view and order online. We have also updated our Wool section of the website with a range of gorgeous new images to help you decide which products you really cannot do without in your Wool collection! As always, we love to see picture of your projects on our Facebook page!