Author Archives: caroline

another blanket and a new sport

Back in Georgian Bay for the next few weeks, the routine of caring for an off the grid simple life back in place feels great. Laundry is out on the line and my husband has done some maintenance on the deep … Continue reading

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busy fingers

I’m home for a few days to get some work done and pick up clothes for myself and the children for the memorial. I’ll also be playing a flute solo so I guess I’d better practice……. The first two nights … Continue reading

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loss

Today was the deadline for the KAL for the Quince & Co. shawl. I struggled to finish because of a family tragedy, but in the end it became an important way to work through the grief. Being able to create … Continue reading

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yarn along Wednesday and new stitching start

A small funny to begin today if you will humour me. Last night as I was cooking dinner, my son began a conversation with: “you know, one day you’ll be a Grandma!” “Why yes, one day that would be very … Continue reading

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yarn along

 I’m joining the Wednesday yarn along with Ginny. I was working on Umaro yesterday and today, it’s slowly growing row by row. I’m reading Harry Potter with my son – it’s been fun to read it again and experience it … Continue reading

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for the record and off the grid living

I’ve had a few finishes this year before I begin this ramble. One of my favourites was this design by Blackbird Designs – “Christmas Garden”. I know the linen is wrinkled, but it’s the only photo I have of it … Continue reading

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steamy

  It is hot here today. 33 degrees with the humidex makes for an unhappy knitter. I’ve made some progress with my shawl for the KAL but I think the remainder of the evening will be devoted to some coffee … Continue reading

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the view from here

  I really need to start using the proper camera in order to post some decent photos. This is the view from the back deck. It’s been a quiet day with the inlaws taking down a few trees on their … Continue reading

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yarn along and blueberry picking

For a few years, I have read a number of blogs who post their Wednesday Yarn Along and I thought since I have this fancy newish blog, I would join in the fun. Thanks to Ginny for the encouragement to share … Continue reading

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summer weather?

It’s unseasonably cool here this summer. I am the only family member that is not complaining. It’s perfect knitting/stitching and coffee weather and I could not be happier. The nature seems to also be loving the cooler temps and the … Continue reading

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