This weekend marks that familiar moment in the year when the clocks go back, signalling the official end of British Summer Time. On Sunday morning at 2am, we’ll gain an extra hour — a small but welcome gift as we settle into the colder months ahead.

But have you ever wondered why we change the clocks at all?

The idea of daylight saving time dates back to the early 1900s, first introduced in Britain during the First World War as a way to make better use of daylight and save fuel. By shifting an hour of daylight from morning to evening during the summer months, people could work longer in natural light. When autumn arrives, the clocks return to Greenwich Mean Time — giving us that extra hour in bed, and those early dusky evenings that feel so distinctly autumnal.

For many of us, this shift in the light can bring a change of pace. The long summer days are behind us, and our evenings start to take on a slower, more reflective rhythm — the perfect time to embrace cosy crafting season.

As the daylight fades earlier, it’s the ideal excuse to settle in with a creative project. Whether you’re needle felting a woodland creature, stitching a snowy scene, or starting on your festive makes, crafting offers a calm, mindful way to welcome the season. There’s something deeply comforting about creating with your hands while the wind whistles outside — a reminder that creativity can bring light and warmth even on the darkest evenings.

So when the clocks fall back this weekend, take that extra hour as a gift for yourself. Make a cup of tea, get comfy, and enjoy a quiet moment of making. It’s time to welcome the shorter days — and the calm, cosy crafting hours they bring.

Take a look at Jo's latest book here - it's full of cosy, woodland-themed projects that could not be more perfect for this time of year!