DIY: Crochet Gina Toddler Cardigan by Vicky Chan

Crochet Gina Toddler Cardigan by Vicky Chan

The Gina Toddler Cardigan pattern designed by Vicky Chan is available in Crochet One-Skein Wonders® for Babies: 101 Projects for Infants & Toddlers as one size, or on Ravelry in many sizes. The size published in the book looks to be able to fit a 4-year-old, or up to a 24″ chest circumference. I also […]

DIY: McCall’s M7503 Princess Seamed Dress by Nicole Miller

McCall's M7503 Princess Seamed Dress by Nicole Miller

My first item of clothing I sewed this year is McCall’s M7503 sleeveless V-neck dress, designed by Karen Miller. The dress is fitted through the bodice and has princess seams, Dior darts, and invisible back zipper. It includes separate pattern pieces are included for cup sizes A/B, C, and D.

DIY: Crochet Linen and Lace Cardigan by Annelies Baes

Crochet Linen and Lace Cardigan

The linen and lace cardigan by Annelies Baes is available on Ravelry for just 1€. After testing out Euroflax sport 100% linen yarn by Louet with my Chambray Jacket, I thought I’d make something a little more complex. The pattern is a top-down crochet pattern that is worked in one piece. Starting with the yoke, […]

Lunch at the Drake Devonshire

Drake Devonshire

We didn’t take much vacation this summer, but one of our more memorable trips was to the Drake Devonshire in Prince Edward County. Five of us left Toronto in the late morning, driving the two hours to the Drake Devonshire for lunch. The inside dining area was rather empty as it was a beautiful sunny […]