Monthly Archives: March 2012

her photos

I gave my camera to K one day to take some photos around the house and this is what she captured. Continue reading

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making

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since the craft show is fast approaching with less than one month to go, I’ve been keeping later than usual nights to ensure that my new designs are ready and I have enough inventory to try and meet my desired goal. Continue reading

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weekending

Another squishy arrived in the mail earlier this week — the second shipment of Year in Colour Club by Tanis! I love the colour, Sprout, just perfect for the start of Spring, and the pattern by one of my favourite knit blogs, Julie of Knitted Bliss. Continue reading

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treasured

So pleased to discover today that the Etsy treasury I created was nominated as finalist in the Oh Canada Team challenge this month. What a nice start to the weekend! Continue reading

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spring getaway

We celebrated the first day of spring in the sunshine, in the pool, and by the slopes. Continue reading

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swift happy

We unwrapped a new toy last week… Continue reading

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this moment

{this moment} – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. Inspired by Soulemama. Continue reading

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my biggest event yet

I took a risk last month and applied for my first spring show and I found out last week that my shop was accepted. Excitement and worry both at the same time! Aside from my first non-winter showing and the need to add some new lighter designs to my product line, it’s actually the largest show I’ve been involved with. Over 150 vendors and at a full-fledged exhibit hall, not just a school or charity event that I’ve participated in the past. Continue reading

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book worms

My girl and I have been visiting the library more often lately. We’re finding it a great outing on weekends during L’s nap time, to get out of the house, spend some quiet time together, and bring back some reading for bedtime. Reading at the end of the day is something I’ve been doing with the girls since they were born. Cuddled up in bed, reading aloud is a great, relaxing end to our busy days, I find. Continue reading

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look inside my knitting bag

I’ve always enjoyed other blog posts who show the contents of their purse or wallets or other personal carry-alls. It’s so interesting to me to see what others carry in their bags and compare. Are you the same? Continue reading

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