Tag Archives: Finishes

Didn’t You Used to be a Pterodactyl?

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Heather

I think I understand a bit now why older people say that the modern world confuses them. I mean, since I was a little girl the world has changed to much. Not only have personal computers spread everywhere, but countries … Continue reading →

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WIPocalypse – Time for Christmas!

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Heather

Yay! I’m down to a positively svelte 52 WIPs! Christmas Biscornu is done. The pattern was from last year’s Creativ Festival, from designer Kim Beamish. The fibres are DMC pearl cotton #8 and #12; Caron Waterlilies in Jade, Flame and … Continue reading →

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Jagged Window

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Heather

I’m always a little sad when something doesn’t turn out the way I pictured it. This is a cathedral window pin cushion. I used these instructions, which are quite good. Unfortunately, my sewing skills are still a bit lacking, and … Continue reading →

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The Socks That Broke the Camel’s Back

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Heather

Well, actually, the ones that hurt my hand. 🙁 The pattern: Tintern Abbey by Brenda Dayne (the host of the Cast-On podcast). The pattern is available on Ravelry here individually, or on Brenda’s site as part of her eBook Welsh … Continue reading →

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Watch Dragon (Theme-a-licious)

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Heather

There is something about seeing a cross stitch design in person, isn’t there? Take Enchanting Lair’s Watch Dragon. When I first saw the picture online, I thought it was nice, but not for me. I was lucky enough to see … Continue reading →

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Pointelle

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Heather

I think it is interesting that when I am knitting something for someone else, be it a gift or a commission, I always put in more time and take more care than when I am knitting something for myself. The … Continue reading →

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Certified Creative Soul

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Heather

Another finish! Yay! The pattern is I am a Creative Soul by Jennifer Aikman-Smith of Dragon Dreams. It was a class project from the fall 2011 Creativ Festival here in Toronto. I love how this design was done. Jennifer gave … Continue reading →

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