Gruaniad 21/10

[pootie439]

Stuck on the Guardian again
I need two to hopefully get the rest.
1dwn Just a little boy ---D-E-N (8)
2dwn Draw off first of beer ---A-H (6)
Both of these clues contain an unclued insect as per the theme of the crossword.
All assistance much appreciated

Pootie

[gen2]

1d sMIDGEon

[gen2]

2d broach

[pootie439]

Thanks Gen2

I guess my brain was not in gear. All done now.
Who's your favourite compiler? Chifonie and Gordius are real pains sometimes.

[gen2]

I dont take that paper or do that crossword so I cannot answer that, I buy the Telegraph and only do the cryptic crossword at bedtime. I just answer whatever comes up on here as it happens - usually while I'm watching TV.

[pootie439]

Can I borrow your brain at weekends?

Much respect.
Pootie