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Look with Lorna
Are you looking for a great gift idea ? Deanne has purchased these wooden frames that would be great for framing small hooked rugs. Wonderful way to give that personal touch for a birthday or wedding gift. Don’t forget our great selections of cards for any occasion. … Read entire article »
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Look with Lorna
We have a new frame at the studio, Hand Made Tilting Gripper Floor Stand Guess Who ? Deanne had a hair cut the other day. When she told us she was going short Brenda and I were both a bit hesitant but were we wrong, we love it, looks beautiful. … Read entire article »
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Catherine Bussiere: Easter Eggs
A few years ago as I was visiting Louisiana I came upon this workshop on decorating eggs for Easter. It is simple and the results are simply stunning. Here are the things you will need: - Thin colorful 100% silk with pattern (or not). Ties are often made of silk and can be found at second hand store and or in your husband’s closet. - Eggs previously emptied and well rinsed - Plain cotton squares big enough to cover the … Read entire article »
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Catherine Bussiere: Oatcakes
These are my favorite oatcakes A friend of mine brought me a batch years ago she then gave me the recipe which I have shared several times Buttery and just sweet enough, they are the perfect companion to that afternoon tea here it is 1 cup of softened butter 1/2 cup of sugar 1 tsp vanilla 2 1/2 cup of oatmeal 1 cup of flour a pinch of salt Combine butter, sugar and vanilla. Add flour, oatmeal and salt. Roll between wax paper to about 1/4” Cut into squares. Bake for … Read entire article »
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Catherine Bussiere: to catch a whirlwind
I spent the day with Deanne yesterday As you may know she has created a new online course about hooking people She asked me out of the blue a week ago if we could shoot a video I didn’t ask much, I said sure, when There’s no point asking too much I like working with Deanne it’s always a little bit of a challenge and it’s always fun so I just say yes Working with her is like trying to capture a whirlwind you … Read entire article »
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Catherine Bussiere: snow, tea and milk fibre
It’s a wet damp winter wonderland this morning a mist filled wind is slowly working it’s magic on the trees depending on how the weather goes nature will be covered in bling or go back to mud it’s a Cinderella kind of morning I guess it could go either way As far as I’m concern I know pretty well what’s on my board today I have a hint of a cold naggingly scratching the back of my throat I’m going to take it … Read entire article »
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Hooking People is Coming Soon
Dear Diary, After an overwhelming response today from people who are interested in hooking people I have decided to try to offer the course in Mid March after Wild with Wool. I have been looking closely at the People rugs I have hooked over the years and one that stands out for me is Standing Before the Monument. It is a beautiful rug. I think I will use it as the title picture for the … Read entire article »
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Diane Krys: Hands
Most nights I read before I go to sleep even if it’s just a quick flip through one of the many magazines piled by my bed side. Right before I start reading I like to slather my hands with a nice luxurious hand cream. A delicate fragrance wafts as I turn the pages; some TLC for my paws and a little aromatherapy before I drift off into the land of nod. The funny thing is my … Read entire article »
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