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About Me
Needleworker, Knitter, Crocheter, Sewist, Paper Crafter, and more!
AKA: Heather, Silverlotus, Stitchinglotus
Located just outside of Toronto, Canada.
Author Archives: Heather
A Prize from Kreinik
A few weeks ago I won one of Kreinik’s Facebook draws. Somehow, Canada Post pulled off the impossible, and it has already arrived at my door. The prize is two of the new Kreinik Ornament Frames. The silver one is … Continue reading
My Fourth Bewb
Back in October, I knit a few bewbs for charity. Apparently word got around, and my mom asked me if I would be willing to knit a bewb for a customer at her shop. What else could I say but … Continue reading
Ornament of the Month – December 2010
I nearly let this simple ornament defeat me. But here it is: It is Five Gold Rings from Flower Thread Company/Meg Shinall, from the 2002 Just Cross Stitch Ornament issue. It is stitched with Vicki Clayton silks in colours I … Continue reading
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Yes, Another Pair of Socks
I love knitting socks. They are quick to knit, and totally portable. There are more patterns available for socks, I think, than any other type of clothing. The yarn is relatively cheap (I can make a pair of anklets from … Continue reading
A Little Christmas Bear
It has been quite a while since my last post, I know. I had the best of intentions, really. But, last Sunday Baby Man and I both came down with a bad cold. He recovered quickly, but I’m only just … Continue reading
End of Year Goal Review and a Look Forward
You might remember that at the start of November I set goals for the months of November and December: Stitch and finish six ornaments Knit six gifts Half the time has passed, and I’m halfway there. I did change my … Continue reading
Be Merry!!
Yes, I mean that as a command! lol! In all seriousness, though, the Christmas season is very nearly upon us. This year I feel ready, even though I still have a few gifts that aren’t finished. Most of my cards … Continue reading