Monthly Archives: January 2011

Virtual Crazy January

I’m sure a lot of you cross stitchers out there have heard about Crazy January. The idea, for those who don’t know, is to take the traditional guilt-free January to new extremes. So, instead of starting a new design or … Continue reading

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H is for Me

One of my goals this year was to stitch the four Victoria alphabet samplers that I have (H, K, M and W).  They are actually pretty quick to stitch up, so I’m hoping this is one goal I can accomplish … Continue reading

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Stitch Pink Prize

Back in December I was lucky enough to win one of Gracie’s giveaways over on Needles, Pins and Dragonflies. I was just expecting to get one of DMC’s Stitch Pink kits in the mail from her, which I was, well, … Continue reading

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Rav Ornament Exchange

Sometimes packages don’t always show up on time, but, then again, sometimes they manage to show up  just when they should. My package from the ornament exchange I took part in on Ravelry was mailed a little late by my … Continue reading

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Lasts and Firsts

A post that actually has some stitching in it! I know it has been a little while since I’ve shared pictures of what I’m working on, but I’ve been busy. And that means I have a lot to share. On … Continue reading

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TUSAL – January 2011

Today is the new moon, which means it is time to share my ort jar. There isn’t much in it, since I’ve only been collecting since the beginning of the year. (Last year’s ort collection stopped sometime in the spring, … Continue reading

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2011 Goals

After looking back on my unfulfilled 2010 goals, I’ve decided that I need to be a little gentler with  myself this year. Cross stitch, knitting, and the like are about enjoyment not meeting deadlines and filing quotas. (Except, of course, … Continue reading

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