Monthly Archives: September 2013

Pumpkins for Cathey

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Heather

This post is in honour of Cathey of Pumpkin Patch & Co, who is currently fighting cancer. Happy blogoverasy, Cathey. And best of luck and piles of good wishes for a fast, full recovery! Image courtesy of stock.xchng

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Ornament SAL – Septmeber Check-In

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Heather

It is time for the ninth check in for the Ornament SAL. We’ve made it to September, and we’ve only got three more months to go until the end of the year. Yay for us! Even if you haven’t managed … Continue reading →

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Mermaid and Fishes

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Heather

I love Passione Ricamo designs, even though I’ve never really stitched one. (There was that abortive attempt at last year’s mystery SAL, but that didn’t go well.) However, after a few setbacks, I’m finally moving full steam ahead on the … Continue reading →

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Just a Peek

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Heather

Hello again, friends! Boy, September has gone by so quickly. The little man has settle into school nicely, and we’ve been busy with all sorts of activities. October promises to be another busy month, but I think I’m finally getting … Continue reading →

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Christmas Stitching

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Heather

Did you know that September 16th marks 100 days until Christmas? So, I need to make some decisions. Do I keep working on the stocking in hopes that I will get it done (unlikely), or do I move on to … Continue reading →

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A Little Tombstone

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Heather

We’ve still got a couple of weeks of summer left to go, but I’m sure that many of you in the Northern Hemisphere are like me and already thinking of fall. Halloween is less than two months away! Thanksgiving is … Continue reading →

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Sampler Scarf

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Heather

While I’m not a huge fan of needlework samplers, I do really enjoy trying a whole bunch of new-to-me stitches. And, the same can be said when it comes to my knitting. The pattern is Lace 102 Sampler by Kate … Continue reading →

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