Author Archives: Heather

Biscornu Exchange

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Heather

Thanks to some sort of magic, or maybe a twisting of time, my exchange has already reached Missy Ann (of Deep Inside Missy). And (thank goodness!), she really does like it! I stitched the Sweet Pea Biscornu by Faby Reilly … Continue reading →

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Socks and Alpacas

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Heather

Thanks so much for all the comments on my August progress and September goals. I have to admit, though, I’m a bit nervous about my goals now since everyone seems to think I’m taking on too much. Eep!  Happily, I … Continue reading →

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September Goals

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Heather

As always, I’m a day late and a dollar short. Yesterday was another stinking hot day, which we braved to head over to our tiny farmers’ market.  It is held at Montgomery’s Inn, a heritage site here in Toronto/Etobicoke. We … Continue reading →

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Meet Jack

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Heather

Finally, a finish I can share: Jack O Lantern by Casey Buonaugurio! This time I got the colour a little more true. The fabric is an unknown pumkpin-y coloured linen that is somewhere around 34 count. I do plan on … Continue reading →

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A Touch of Halloween

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Heather

My exchange piece is done and in the mail.  Hopefully it will arrive safely and quickly at its destination.  I think it turned out very nicely, but I’m still concerned that it won’t be to the taste of the recipient.  … Continue reading →

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A Little Blue Sweater

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Heather

I’m still working away on my exchange piece, so I have no cross stitch pictures to show.  Usually I have my exchange pieces done long before the mailing date, but this summer I’ve spent a lot of time knitting and … Continue reading →

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Completionist

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Heather

I’m on a bit of a completionist kick right now. Not only have a managed to get my hands on very nearly ever TW design I’d like to have, but I’ve also managed to complete my DMC collection. Thanks to … Continue reading →

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