Author Archives: Heather

Little Socks

Back at the end of June I mentioned that I was going to knit myself a pair of Turkish Bed Socks, partly because I wanted to try the new and interesting construction. (Sorry for the bad picture. The camera had … Continue reading

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Santa’s Not Journeying

Thank goodness Christmas is still so far away! I am not making much progress on Santa’s Journey Stocking. I am really pleased with how it is turning out, though. I’m regretting using aida, as I knew I would. But, really, … Continue reading

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Warm Ears

We’re in the middle of a heat wave? Well, let’s crochet a winter hat! As you can see, the little man is in training to become a sad etsy boyfriend one day. The pattern is Chullito by Erika Neitzke, and … Continue reading

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Dragon Scales

For the first time in quite a while, I’ve found myself not being particular interested in stitching. The little man is home for summer vacation, and it is just too hot and humid, even with the a/c on all day. … Continue reading

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TUSAL – July 2013

Ack! In all the “excitement” of the storm, blackout, and return of power, I totally forgot about the TUSAL. Here is this month’s collection of ORTs. I’ve been busy! Stitching pictures tomorrow!

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Rain, Montreal and Candy Canes

You may or may not have heard, but Toronto was hit by a very bad storm on Monday evening. (This was very near our street. We are up a little hill, and this is the road that runs by it.)  … Continue reading

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Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day! Become a Canadian for a day–eat some poutine and Canadian bacon, say “eh” a  lot, and apologize when someone bumps into you. 😉 Image courtesy of Stock Exchange.

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