One of our number has been honoured today in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. My darling yarn hero and friend, Debbie Bliss has been recognised with an MBE for her services to Hand Knitting and the Craft Industry. In my mind this is very well deserved. My own knitting and yarn journey was inspired and encouraged by Debbie’s designs. When I first returned to knitting in my mid-twenties it was because I wanted to knit Debbie’s creations. I have a wonderful hobby, past-time and semi-career thanks to Debbie’s inspiration.
She has set a style and a look which is very British, very cool and very desirable. Baby-wear and fashion has often followed her lead, if not recognising the fact. Well today I am grateful that the Queen has recognised her contribution.
So often we admire and love people in public life and more than likely don’t take time to say ‘thank-you’. We feel a little bit childish, a bit embarrassed, ‘well they probably know anyway’. Often they do not. Why not take time to celebrate your heroes today – whoever they may be. Thank you Your Majesty for recognising mine.
Oh how exciting about Debbie’s MBE! Lovely to see crafts recognised in this way. xx
Good for you, well done
Congratulations Debbie