Loops & Lakes

13/09/2026

From a difficult chapter to something I love. 🧶💙

Loops & Lakes didn’t start with a business plan, fancy logo or even crochet.

It started with hand knitting during my recovery from a stroke at 29. First, there was a very wonky blanket 😂, then a little crocheted bee 🐝 and that brought a whole new love for creating.

Now I make crochet and knit pieces inspired by the place I’m lucky enough to call home, the Lake District. 🌿

Handmade by me. Inspired by the Lakes. Made to be yours. 🤎

Welcome to Loops & Lakes. 🧶

09/09/2026

Autumn, but make it handmade. 🍂

Meet Crummock 🤎

A chunky crochet bag in the richest berry shade. Inspired by the colours of the Lake District in autumn.

Named after Crummock Water, this one feels made for crisp walks, cosy coffees and golden autumn days. 🍁☕️

And because it’s handmade, you can choose your own colourway too. Same style, completely yours. ✨

Would you pick this autumn berry or go for a different shade? 👇🏼

08/09/2026

She’s only 8 and she made this 🥹🧶

So proud of my girl! 🤍

I’ve been teaching her a few crochet stitches and this weekend she created this little Barbie outfit completely independently! 🥹

My little apprentice! 🧶💕

07/09/2026

Squashed your Bassenthwaite bag? Don’t panic! 👜🧶

Whether it’s been packed away or used as a pillow on the ride home from a night out, here’s my quick trick to bring it back to life! ✨

Because handmade bags are made to be used, loved and lived with … not kept perfect in a cupboard 🤍

Save this for later! 👆🏼

06/09/2026

✨ So excited ✨

Not long to go to our next Side Quest Makers Market!

Join us at The Market Hall Carlisle Saturday 26th September to explore a whole bunch of talented makers and creators and artists, some Returning, some brand new!

Fickle Pickle

Sammi's Crocheted Creations
Ivan's 3D Prints
A Krafting Koala
Enchanted Whispers
Earthbound Artistry
Loops & Lakes
Crafty Grandmas


FabKat Art
OrderlyMe I Bespoke Keepsakes
2 Sue's Crafts
Colour Chaos Jewellery
-madebytrixie
Plus more!

Not to mention permanent and regular retailers and services
The Hobby Hoarder
Magic Marys
The Mush-Room
Periodic Fables Carlisle
Death Row Printing
Reiver Reads
Master scents
Margaret's Jewellery
Aroma Florist
Bensons Fruit and Veg
4 Sisters
Top2toe
Camelia Hair and Beauty
Tarot Card Readings Astrology and Spiritual Shop - Cumbria
And more - if I've missed you please let me know and I will add you here!

On top of all that we have the fantastic food hall
Dough-Luxe
The Nokery
Panchos takeaway
Mckays
Hola Churros
Romano Pizzeria
The coconut tree
Sylvias Coffee
Gyropolis
Flavamore
Mamas Kitchen
The Market Hall Bar
Asia Express
Again, if I've missed any please let me know!

If you only come I to town once this month, make it the 26th and do not miss out on the Market Hall!

27/08/2026

✨ EXCITING NEWS! ✨

I’m so excited to announce that Loops & Lakes will be at Carlisle Market Hall on Saturday 26th September, 10am–4pm! 🧶👜

Come along, say hello and have a browse. There’ll be lots of other amazing local businesses and artists to discover too. 💕

Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, a little treat for yourself, or just fancy a mooch around, I’d love to see you there! 🥰

📍 Carlisle Market Hall
📅 Saturday 26th September
⏰ 10am–4pm

Save the date and come and support your local makers! 💫

Side Quest Maker

Loops & Lakes

Handmade in the Lake District, these beautiful hand crocheted, and hand knit bags embody the peace and tranquility found on our own doorstep

22/08/2026

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21/08/2026

Bringing Allonby to the Red Sea 🌊☀️

13/08/2026

These colours together 🥰

Just a reminder that all Loops & Lakes bags are:

✨ Handmade, not mass produced
✨ Choose your own colour way
✨ Personalised to suit you
✨ A unique piece you won’t find on the high street
✨ Made with love

Because why settle for a bag that everyone else has when you can have one made just for you? 💙🩵🤍