Tag Archives: WIPs

Mermaid and Fishes

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Heather

I love Passione Ricamo designs, even though I’ve never really stitched one. (There was that abortive attempt at last year’s mystery SAL, but that didn’t go well.) However, after a few setbacks, I’m finally moving full steam ahead on the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Stitching

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Heather

Did you know that September 16th marks 100 days until Christmas? So, I need to make some decisions. Do I keep working on the stocking in hopes that I will get it done (unlikely), or do I move on to … Continue reading →

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WIPs and More WIPs

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Heather

I’m just about to take part in a work-in-progress knit along in one of the groups I frequent on Ravelery. And, before we get started, we are supposed to take a picture of every project that we intend to work … Continue reading →

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Pokémon? Wha?

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Heather

Oh, the things we do to accumulate more stash. In exchange for some acyrlic roving for spinning, I’m stitching this: The design is Pokémon Gameboy Sampler from FingerPricks. I’m stitching it as per the chart, using DMC, on some white … Continue reading →

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Santa’s Not Journeying

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Heather

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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Dragon Scales

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Heather

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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Travelling Light

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Heather

Tomorrow we head off to Montreal for three days. (Don’t worry, the house won’t be unattended.) We are going for a friend’s wedding, but the long train trip and lots of unscheduled time means (potentially) lots of time for stitching … Continue reading →

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