Author Archives: Heather

Sardinian Knot Stitch

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Heather

I’ve been exploring new forms of needlework again. This time I’m taking an online course, through Virtual Threads (an online guild associated with the Embroiderers’ Association of Canada) focusing on the Sardinian Knot Stitch. It is being taught by Jeanie … Continue reading →

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Smalls SAL – March 2016 Check-In

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Heather

Hello, Smalls Stitchers! It is the final Thursday (and final day) of March, which means it is time for the monthly Smalls SAL check-in. If you are wondering what this little stitch-along is all about, you can find all the … Continue reading →

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Organizing Cross Stitch and Other Needlework Projects

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Heather

With the weather here in the northern hemisphere starting to warm up, thoughts are beginning to turn to spring cleaning and organization. I’ve been reading my way through a whole stack of decluttering books preparing myself for the tidying blitz … Continue reading →

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Easter Treasure Hunt Blog Hop

Posted on March 25, 2016 by Heather

Hello, blog hoppers! Welcome to the next stop on Jo’s Easter Treasure Hunt Blog Hop. Your letter is: I (Just for clarity, that is the letter “i”.) My little finish is Tulips with Bunny from The Snowflower Diaries. (It is … Continue reading →

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Heather

May you have all kinds of good luck this St. Patrick’s Day!

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WIP Wednesday – Top Done

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Heather

After a week break, my WIP (work-in-progress) Wednesday update is back! I’ve now completed all the way up to the top of All Hearts Come Home for Christmas Stocking from Dimensions. Don’t worry. I still have a ton of stitching … Continue reading →

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Scissor Case Exchange

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Heather

A few months back I joined the Embroiderer’s Association of Canada and became part of the online guild, Virtual Threads. We “meet” online, through a Yahoo Group, and do things like share our needlework progress, take online classes together, and … Continue reading →

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