From alpha-female networkers to a group of thirtysomethings united by a love of cheesy pop, women-only clubs are enjoying a resurgence across Britain. Olivia Gordon meets some members of this new breed of sisterhoods.  

Have you ever wondered how we started making clothes with sticks and yarn? Then read this history of knitting.

I contributed one spa review to the Tatler Spa Guide in 2010

My pick of the best new crochet books