Author Archives: Heather

A Knitting Hippie

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Heather

I love Ravelry. It is a great place for knitters and crocheters to hang out. I’ve discovered some great patterns, learned lots of fabulous techniques, and even made a few friends. And, it was for one of those friends that … Continue reading →

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Ornament of the Month – January

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Heather

This month’s ornament is Peace Tree by M Designs, from the 2004 JCS ornament issue. It is stitched on 28 count white evenweave (Lugana, I think?), using Threadworx in colour 1089 Bleeding Hearts (which I believe was a gift from … Continue reading →

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15-Sided Biscornu – A Start

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Heather

Because I don’t have enough projects on the go, I recently started the 15-sided biscornu design being offered from one the designers at my LNS (take a look at the Chair Necessaires on this page. I really, really would like … Continue reading →

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Half of January’s Socks

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Heather

I’m sure you all have been waiting with bated breath to hear about my progress with my self-imposed sock club. (You have, right? 😉 ) Well, it is about halfway through the  month, and I am halfway through my first … Continue reading →

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Virtual Crazy January

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Heather

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

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Heather

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

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Heather

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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