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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Tag Archives: Knitting
Brucie
It is Sock Madness time, which means I’m back to knitting socks. How’s this for a start? The pattern is Brucie, the qualifying pattern for Sock Madness 8. It is knit to very specific specifications, which is why the leg … Continue reading
Five Year Socks
Have you ever had a very small project that you kept putting off because you knew it wouldn’t take you very long to do it? Well, guess how long I put off knitting this tiny sock. Almost five years! I … Continue reading
Tooth Fairy
Well, I was away for a little longer than I expected. This past Monday, the day after we returned home from our trip, I began a week of jury duty. In my city, we are called up for a week … Continue reading
Thoreau Hat
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. ~ Henry David Thoreau Who doesn’t need a reminder like that once in a while? Those words ran through my head a few times while knitting … Continue reading
The Year in Scarf Form
Last year I knit myself a very, very long scarf. It isn’t quite Doctor Who long, but it sure is big. This is my completed Temperature Scarf. Each colour represents a temperature range, from about -13C to around 29C. (I … Continue reading
Temperature Scarf Continued
It has been a while since I’ve shared my Temperature Scarf. And, believe it or not, I haven’t given up on it! Here it is! It is complete through to December 11th, with all the loose ends woven in. So … Continue reading
Sweater Sampler
When it comes to new projects, my willpower is almost non-existent. Every time I see something cool, I want to give it a try. For example, Jacqueline Fee’s sweater sampler from her book [amazon_link id=”0892725338″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]The Sweater … Continue reading