Author Archives: Heather

Shuttle Tatting Giveaway

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Heather

Have you ever bought anything thinking that one day, one magical day, you will use it and become so great at whatever it is for that life will be amazing. No? Me either. 😉 Seriously, though, I’ve been trying to … Continue reading →

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Goldwork Dragonfly – Part 2

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Heather

I really enjoy trying new types of needlework, but there are some kinds that I find more intimidating than others. Stumpwork, for example, scares the pants off of me. Goldwork is another technique that I’ve wanted to try, but have … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Crochet Stores: E.T.A. Hoffman’s The Nutcracker

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Heather

Crochet Stories: E. T. A. Hoffmann’s The Nutcracker by Lindsay Smith is the first book in Dover Publication’s new Crochet Stories series. Each book presents a story (or series of stories) and interweaves it with crochet patterns for the story’s … Continue reading →

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Joyful February

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Heather

If you are following me on Instagram (@stitchinglotus), you will know that I was working very hard, up to almost the last minute, to finish up the February section of the Joyful World SAL before the new month began. I’m … Continue reading →

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Smalls SAL – January 2016 Check-In

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Heather

Hello, Smalls Stitchers! Welcome to the first check-in day for the 2016 version of the Smalls SAL. Hopefully this year’s change to Thursday check-ins hasn’t caused too much confusion. I promise it will get easier as the year goes on. … Continue reading →

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Goldwork Dragonfly – Part 1

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Heather

I am so excited to be taking an online goldwork class from Alison Cole. It is a lovely little dragonfly brooch, just right for beginners. This past weekend, I finished the first lesson, which includes attaching the felt base, couching … Continue reading →

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O Canada!

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Heather

Over on Facebook, the XStitch Canada group is hosting a Canada-themed SAL. My first finish of the year, I Love Canada, was stitched as part of that SAL. But, since I finished it so quickly, I thought I should start … Continue reading →

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