The day after the remains of the hurricane passed Grand Manan Island, we went back out to Swallowtail Lighthouse to play in the wind. On the trail along the cliff, we saw this solitary tree still standing even though it was long dead and stripped of much of its bark. Our daughter tumbled in the […]
In 2014, I received a provincial arts board grant to explore the landscape on a more intimate level, and with larger fibres. My goal was to create expressive, impressionistic art after years of detailed realism. A View from Shelby’s Garden is handstitched yarn on felt. This is what I saw from under boughs of evergreens, […]
It’s winter and the snow forms drifts here and there across the fields in the country, yards and streets in town. This furry cushion reminds us of those soft wind-blown formations. If you’re a skier perhaps this will bring to mind snowy moguls! Not your regular surface smocking, this is another fabric manipulation design. You’ll […]
When it comes to winter, it’s more of a ‘when life gives you snow, you make the best of it!’ Winter activities are always more fun when shared with like-minded zany friends, as shown by these crazy critters in Maria’s cross stitch piece. Enjoy the snow and let the snowflakes fall where they may! This […]
A fairly quick knit, considering there’s Fair Isle and Intarsia techniques to create this sweet tunic. Perfect for winter weather, it has bright contrast for that extra burst of colour. Read more in our Winter 2016 issue. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Cathy Payson www.redheart.com
Knitting with beads is a simple way to add shine and texture for more glamorous accessories. Test the beads to ensure that washing won’t damage them before adding them to the yarn. Stringing larger beads is not difficult although there is minor wear on the yarn as beads are slid into position. Slide the beads […]
After a busy day of winter activities, what is more inviting than a warm cup of hot chocolate and some homemade chocolate chip cookies?? Get that ‘inviting feeling’ all season long with this cute cushion featuring felted wool, buttons and punchneedle embroidery. Read more in our Winter 2016 issue. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed […]
Winter is my favourite season, mostly because I like to play in the snow. More so when I was younger, but I still love to bundle up and head out for a nice winter walk. Usually the sidewalks are uneven and hard to walk on. They always remind me of the old cobblestone roads in […]
From my extensive library of designs, I offer this delightful little cardigan with panels of popcorn flowers and vines. I am also pleased to introduce a new, easy-to- master crochet technique – stooks. Stooks form a boundary or vertical fence on both sides of the panel, reminiscent of a neatly edged garden. Read more in […]