More than once I wanted to give up on this sweater - which means, of course, that it is bound to be my favourite sweater now that it is f...

Sadie and I have been wearing our new hats so much I almost forgot to write about them. Her Shroom worked out much better than mine, and...

Before I explain the legwarmers, I must comment on an alarming development that these photos reveal: Milo is standing up and walking aro...

Next to Hallowe'en, Valentine's Day is my favourite holiday. I will never tire of decorating with pink and red, or cutting out h...

If your kids have already endured 6 hours of driving, pull over in a random parking lot and let them sit in the front pretending to drive. T...

Let me first say that I'm a big fan of this pattern . It has just the right amount of interest and mindless knitting, plus it comes tog...

I had totally forgotten the thing I love about sewing: speed. There is nothing like having an idea as you are putting your 5 year old ...

After starting this project, um, about 8 months ago, I finally finished one of the four chair pads I pieced together.  Glen Miller (ou...

Ahh, winter knitting and having to take photos in my kitchen. The lack of natural light is frustrating, but at least Sadie thinks thes...

Another vest - and this time, it's all about getting our little boys ready for the academic life. I've written a 9 to 12 ...