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Needlework News

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Heather

It is time for another edition of Needlework news, my round-up of interesting knitting, crochet and needlework news stories from around the world. Teaching Traditional Indian Embroidery  – The Hindu (an English-language Indian daily newspaper) shared the story of Sheela … Continue reading →

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Which Stitch Results

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Heather

So, did you have a chance to vote in my “Which Stitch Do You Stitch?”? If not, please head over here and add your vote. As I am writing this post, it looks like approximately 70% of you stitch like … Continue reading →

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Happy Canada Day!

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Heather

Happy 147th Canada Day! May your BBQ be tasty, your health care free, and your fireworks dry. And Happy Tuesday to anyone not lucky enough to be Canadian. 😉 How about celebrating along with us by watching some fun videos … Continue reading →

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TUSAL – June Check-In

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Heather

Late, late, late. Just like always. The little man finished up school on Friday, and I feel like everything has been a whirlwind since then. If things keep going at this pace, summer will be over before you know it! … Continue reading →

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Smalls SAL – June Check-In

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Heather

It is the last Wednesday of the month, which means it is check-in time for the Smalls SAL! I stitched another Teresa Wentzler design this month: Child’s Heart from the June 1990 issue of Just Cross Stitch magazine. The colours … Continue reading →

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Stitch from Stash – June Check-In

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Heather

It is Stitch from Stash check in time again! This month we had a special bonus of an additional $50 beyond the monthly allowance of $25. But, after having items sitting in various online shopping carts for the entire month, … Continue reading →

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Needlework News

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Heather

It is time for another round-up of needlework news. Stitching time – Eastern Daily Press has a short piece about Fine Cell, a company that works with British inmates to produce needlework for sale. Four hundred and fifty inmates take … Continue reading →

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