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Happy New Year! I hope you’ve had a lovely holiday!

It was nice to unplug for a couple of weeks and spend time with family. Truth be told, it’s still Christmas at our house. The first pick up for the tree disposal is today, Monday, Jan 8th. There is one more on the 15th. I’m assuming they give options for people like us who hang on to Christmas just a bit longer 🙂 The kids adore having the decorations up so there is no rush. And really, it’s Radley who has to do the work to bring the tree outside.

Life has its ebbs and flows, and 2017 was quite a tumultuous year for us, having lost too many loved ones back to back. We miss them all dearly, but know they’re in good hands now, most likely having a party of their own up in heaven with mom.

We celebrated a few milestones as well. Radley’s extracurricular work was to start a UXPA chapter for Toronto. I’m so proud of what he and the team have accomplished thus far, having 2 sold out conferences before the year ended. My youngest, Aaron, started school; Vanessa’s first baby tooth fell out; and Ryan started University, celebrated his 18th birthday and performed at his very first concert.

As for me, the year ended on such a high note that I am still pinching myself to make sure I’m not dreaming. I launched my online store in November and was contacted by not one, but two incredible brands to work with – Wool and the Gang and Brooklyn Tweed.  I’m so grateful for all the blessings.

You can read about the latest partnership with Wool and the Gang here. As for Brooklyn Tweed, it’s still ongoing so I can’t say much at this time except that I was invited to preview knit a pattern of my choosing from their upcoming Winter 2018 collection. This collection launches on Wednesday, Jan 10th and I’ll be able to share more with you then.

The kids are back at school today and I’m ready to get back into my routine. All the legos are put away (for now) and I’m drinking my coffee in peace as I write this.

I have been thinking about my one little word for 2018. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, the gist is at the beginning of the year, you choose a single word to focus and reflect upon. It is meant to be a guide for you, to help live intentionally throughout the year.

For me, what I want to focus on is overcoming my shyness.

It’s not easy for an introvert like me to put myself out there and be vulnerable, but I really want to connect with you – knitters/makers/kindred spirits – and be a part of the community, the conversation.

So, with the new year comes new opportunities to learn and grow.

 

 

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And I’m going to strive really hard to channel my inner Kanye for 2018.

That said, the word I’ve chosen to reflect on throughout the year is EMERGE.
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If you’ve been following along on social media, (Instagram is where I’m most active but I also hang out on Facebook) you would have seen that I’ve started vlogging. I plan on continuing to do so every so often throughout the year and toying with the idea of maybe starting a podcast. Btw, next on my agenda is to edit and upload the December vlog so look out for it by the end of the week 🙂

Do you watch knitting podcasts? If so, I’d love it if you left a comment below telling me what you look for in one. I’d also love to know what your one little word for 2018 is?

Shop News

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For those wondering, we’ve decided not to have an update at this time and close the store for the holidays.

We wish you and your families a peaceful, joyous Christmas and we’ll be back with an update in the New year!

Subscribe to our newsletter here to be the first to know when the shop is restocked.

 

Vlog – Episode 2

I really wanted to participate in Vlogmas this year, however, it’s just not possible to edit and upload every single night at this time, so this is my version of it. I hope you enjoy!

 
Show notes:

Boost your business workshop
Photographer: Tristan O’Brien
Arounna – Bookhou
Melissa – Makeology

Craft & Beer Market
Zoe – www.chipkeycreations.com

Concert 
CNIB – Canadian National Institute for the Blind
My son – Ryan

Yarn
Purchased from The Loop Halifax 

  • Opal Energy – Power
  • Opal # 2107
  • Opal Polarwolf – # 9431
  • and my husband picked Lang Jawoll – 902.0142 for himself

Giveaway
Many thanks to Wool and the Gang for sponsoring the giveaway of ‘Kinda Magic Socks
Go here for the details.

I do plan on continuing to vlog even after Christmas. I think it’s a great way to get a sense of who I am, my family, and what we’re up to from time to time. Please ‘like and subscribe’ to be notified when the next one is available!

GIVEAWAY // KINDA MAGIC SOCKS

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Have you heard?

Wool and the Gang recently launched their first ever sock yarn called ‘Kinda Magic Socks‘. As you knit, a unique leopard print pattern emerges – just like magic!

The yarn was carefully developed with world-leading sock brand Schachenmayr REGIA. A collaboration that combines Regia’s expertise with Wool and the Gang’s fun and fashion-forward approach to design, creating the ultimate DIY kit to jazz up your feet.

The kits are available in 5 different colorways – no messy color changes, just one magic ball of leopard printing yarn.kindamagic_4kindamagic_5kindamagic_6kindamagic_7kindamagic_8
Wool and the Gang gifted me one to try and I chose the colorway Cool Cat Copper. I was immediately smitten by the mustard yellow! It’s cutting it close but I would really like to try and finish these in time to wear for Christmas 🙂

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Wool and the Gang is also generously giving one of you a kit! Head over to my Instagram for all the details and a chance to win your very own Kinda Magic Socks!

Hurry! This giveaway ends Tuesday, December 19 at 12am EST.  Good luck!

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Many thanks to Wool and the Gang for sponsoring this giveaway!

Current Obsession // Tiilda Hat + Mittens

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The talented designer, Inese Sang, who I’m lucky enough to call my friend, has just released this gorgeous set of Tiilda Hat and Mittens as a free Ravelry download! 

I simply adore knits in neutrals and the simple cable detail knit in bulky weight has me itching to cast on ASAP! This will be my first attempt at making mittens and the timing couldn’t be more perfect. Winter is definitely here!

I too, am a pom-pom lover so you can bet I will have an epic one on my hat as well 🙂

 

Vlog – episode 1

I met up with some of my favorite knitting friends + met some new ones as well.

I’m wearing the Noctilio shawl by Lisa Mutch in the colorway Metallurgy.

The socks I’m knitting is the Socks on a Plane by Laura Linneman. The yarn is from Red Sock Blue Sock in the colorway Spring Fling.

Here is where you can find everyone online:

Eric Lutz – Rib Magazine 

Christina – The Cozy Knitter 

Amanda – Yarn Enabler 

Sandy – By the Lakeside 

Mina – Knitting Expat 

Ramona – Knit Me Too

Ashley

Pre-order

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I received a few requests for pre-orders on my project bags. Thank you!

I will have limited spots available in my shop this evening at 7pm EST. You can choose:

  1. The Design (knit/knitterati/sheep)
  2. The Style (small drawstring / medium double zip)

*Please allow 2-3 weeks production time. Estimated shipping date is Dec. 8. You will be notified via email when it ships.

If you are purchasing the item as a gift and would like me to gift wrap for you, just let me know! I can also ship it directly to the recipient. 

Canada post’s suggested mailing dates for this holiday season are:

  • Within Canada – Standard parcel by Dec. 11 / Xpresspost by Dec. 20 / Priority by Dec. 21
  • To the US – Standard by Dec. 12 / Xpresspost by Dec. 16 / Priority by Dec. 20
  • For International shipments, pls. contact me.

>>Custom orders are cut and printed specifically for you and are, therefore, non-refundable.<<