About Heather
Needleworker, Knitter, Crocheter, Sewist, Paper Crafter, and more!
Also known as Silverlotus & Stitchinglotus
Located just outside of Toronto, Canada.
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Category Archives: My Life
June Goals Reviewed
Another month over in what seems like the blink of an eye. And, unfortunately, we have had a bit of a poor turn in our fortunes this month. I think, though, that it will ultimately turn out to be for … Continue reading
Of Family, Weddings, and Stitching for Others
Today I thought I would write a little bit about family since most of my projects recently have been for family members. On a daily basis there is me, quanta (my husband) and Baby Man (now a little over 16 … Continue reading
Being a Canadian Stitcher
I mentioned the other day that I had been thinking a little bit about what it is to be Canadian. Even though we don’t show it as much or as often as our neighbours to the south, we Canadians are … Continue reading
A World of Youngster and Oldsters
Right now I would rather be napping. But instead I’m waiting around to make a phone call to do some negotiating about work. (Update: Did not go well. No new money for me thanks to cutbacks.) It seems lately that … Continue reading
June 2009 Goals
I’m amazed by how quickly the month of May has flown by! It started with cool days and bare trees, and is ending in a glorious profusion of flowers… and cool weather. Somehow we’ve gone from the beautiful 20°C+ days … Continue reading
Updates, Comments, and TUSAL
I thought that today I would address a few comments and other things that I have popped up over the past couple of weeks. First, thank you to everyone for the well wishes for Baby Man. He is almost back … Continue reading
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The 50 Project Failure and a So Long
A while back I signed on to take part in a 50 Project Challenge. Essentially, I pledged not to buy any more patterns, and very little other stash, until I finished 50 projects. Well, I’m a total failure. I’ve bought … Continue reading