Author Archives: Heather

Keep That Stash In Check

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Heather

I know that many of you are like me: you’ve got a good sized stash that will most likely provide you with lots to do for the rest of your life… and probably well beyond. But, have you thought about … Continue reading →

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EAC Seminar Shopping Trip

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Heather

The annual EAC Seminar is taking place in Toronto this week. Seminar is gathering of stitchers, teachers, and designers where lots of great classes are offered. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to take any classes this year (bad timing), but I … Continue reading →

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Gingerbread Needle Case

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Heather

You might remember that last March (was it that long ago?), I finished up Just Nan’s Gingerbread Needle Case and I was debating about how to finish it. A few of you suggested finishing it as an ornament, which I … Continue reading →

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Matryoshka Keepsake Case Finish

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Heather

I used to have a rule about the Creativ Festival: I needed to finish all the previous year’s classes before I could sign up for the next year’s classes. A few years back, that rule was forgotten as the number … Continue reading →

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Gift Tags

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Heather

Hello again, stitchy friends! I’m back with another finish. (I had a few website issues that prevented me from uploading images, hence the delay in posting.) This time it is the cover kit from a UK cross stitch magazine. (I’ll … Continue reading →

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Flutterby Butterfly

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Heather

Several months ago I finished up the stitching for Just Nan’s Needle Flutter – Lady. But, because I am both lazy and also nervous about finishing things, it sat in my “To Finish” pile for ages. While tidying up my … Continue reading →

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Smalls SAL – April 2016 Check-In

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Heather

Hello, Smalls Stitchers! Welcome to the April 2016 check-in. I apologize for not getting this up until mid-morning my time (which seems very late to all you international stitchers I’m sure.) Unfortunately, there was a problem with the post scheduling, … Continue reading →

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