Author Archives: Heather

Thoughts on Stitching

I thought I would jump on the bandwagon and answer the questions that Melissa posted over on Musing from a Three Bedroom Ranch. 1)Why do you stitch? I stitch to stay sane; to make beautiful things; so I can give … Continue reading

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Formal Garden Finish

I seem to be speeding along quite nicely this month, working on fulfilling my August goals. Not only have I finished crocheting the bear parts for the Baby Man’s afghan, but I have also finally finished part 3 of Papillon … Continue reading

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Gardens, Snowflakes and Yet Another Sock

The last couple of days have been pretty busy. My mom was down for a visit and we were able to escape, sans baby, to the Eaton Centre to do some shopping and enjoy a lovely lunch. That evening, quanta … Continue reading

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A Rainbow-Coloured Failure

I’ve finally had my first knitting failure.  It isn’t because I don’t possess the skill required (entrelac is actually really easy if you have good directions), nor it is because because I kept making mistakes.  I’ve been defeated by my … Continue reading

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Goodbye July

Another month over.  Honestly, you’d think that the passage of time wouldn’t come as a surprise, but it always seems to.  It has been a busy month for me: Baby Man’s year and half check-up, a wedding, a shower, a … Continue reading

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Work Sucks, Lace is Great

Today was not the best day.  This was my first trip back to the office after going on leave (or leaving, depending on how you look at it).  My team is at a new location now, and while it is … Continue reading

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Scroll Lace and Teacup Dragon

Pictures again!  Thankfully the husband had a spare USB cable, so I didn’t have to find mine.  (Actually, I looked everywhere for it and it has completely disappeared.  Another way the phone is getting its revenge on me.) So, here … Continue reading

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