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Latvian Olympic Inspired Hat

Posted on March 29, 2018 by

Here is the second hat in my Olympic Hat Series. While the Japanese were dressed in neon orange, the Latvian team was much more subtle with long-white parkas.  But, their hat was absolutely stunning and is what inspired this entire … Continue reading →

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The Wise, Not-So-Old, Owl

Posted on February 12, 2018 by

When I think of owls, I associate them with wisdom.  What about you?  Archimedes, from the Sword and the Stone, guides young Merlin.  Winnie the Pooh always seeks the advice of his friend Owl. And lets not forget Woodsy Owl, … Continue reading →

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Citrus Hat

Posted on October 2, 2017 by

Now that fall is officially upon us, it is time to start knitting winter hats.  I have had this free pattern lying around for a while.  Needing an easy project to take with me, I dug this pattern out of … Continue reading →

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A Hiking We Will Go

Posted on April 27, 2017 by

We have come to the end of the hiking cupcake series.  And I have been saving the best for last.  Today, I want to feature the backpack and hiking stick cupcake topper.

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Take a Hike

Posted on April 24, 2017 by

Spring is officially here!  The weather is pleasant, everything is in bloom, (including allergies), and it is time to get outside. Recently my son and his scout troop completed a 50 mile hike, spread over 3 days.  I am super … Continue reading →

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Patriotic Blanket

Posted on January 2, 2017 by

Today I am featuring my Patriotic Zig-Zag blanket I knitted this fall as a Christmas present. I began with 3 extra-large skeins of yarn (812 yards of each color).

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Away in a Manger

Posted on December 26, 2016 by

Even though Christmas is technically over, I wanted to share with you one of my Christmas knitting projects and did not want to wait until next year.  I found this amazing free pattern for an ornament that depicts the nativity … Continue reading →

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Spiderman Hat now on Etsy

Posted on November 4, 2016 by

“With great power comes great responsibility.” The next installment of my superhero hat series pays homage to Spiderman.  Everyone loves a story where a tragic event (being bit by a radioactive spider) leads to good (becoming a superhero).

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Captain America Hat Now on Etsy

Posted on November 2, 2016 by

I am excited to introduce a new line of products for my Etsy Shop, super hero hats.  Today I would like to introduce to you my Captain America inspired hat.

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Lil’ Red Riding Hood

Posted on October 10, 2016 by

Do you remember the 1966 song “Lil’ Red Riding Hood” by Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs?  My brain often plays the main line from the song at random moments. It’s one of those songs that just gets stuck in … Continue reading →

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