Grow Your Blog

Hello and Welcome to my Blog!

I'm Wendy and I live in Ontario, Canada.  In this little blog I like to share a bit of what I make in the way of knitting, sewing and refinishing.  I also enjoy the outdoors and share my backyard gardening and some camping trips to northern Ontario.  Today I'll just share a few little bits in the way of photos from previous posts to show what you will find here.  I hope you enjoy your visit!

A Little Bit of Knitting ...

Knitting has become my latest creative enjoyment.  I taught myself how to knit about four years ago, and have challenged myself with new techniques with every project I start.  It's been a long haul, but I'm now at a place where I feel much more confident in the patterns I try.

Clockwise from top left:  Hermione Hearts Ron Hat, Zig Zag Cushion, Sea Scroll Scarf & Grandma's Fan Dishcloths

A Little Bit of Sewing ...

I enjoy sewing immensely, however, I've gotten away from it a bit while I've been learning how to knit.  I plan on getting back into sewing again this year, and have some new projects lined up.

Patchwork Heart Garland, Sawtooth Star Decoration

A Little Bit of Crafting ...

I used to love making crafts with my own kids and with their friends.  Although my kids are older now, every so often I think of a craft that we really enjoyed and share it with you here.

Clockwise from left:  Feather Ornament, Crystal Snowflake, Wee Folk Doll

A Little Bit of Thrifting ...

I love old things and often share some of my little treasures here.  I hope to one day set up a proper sewing room when one of my kids leaves the nest, and decorate it from my store of goodies ;)

Clockwise from top left:  Seagrass Boxes, Tin, Figurine, Sewing Machine

  

A Little Bit of Refinishing ...

This is something new for me.  It all started with a set of kitchen chairs which I refinished for my daughter.  Since then I was hooked, and have refinished a few other projects. 

Kitchen Chairs, Small Stool, Rocking Basket

A Little Bit of Gardening ...

I inherited many plants from my mother's garden when she passed away, and it inspired me a great deal to do more with my gardening.  With lots of encouragement from fellow bloggers, the enjoyment of it all has definitely taken hold.

 A Little Bit of Camping ...

I camp every year with my family in provincial parks in northern Ontario, and just love taking photos on these trips.  

Left to Right:  Barron Canyon, Algonquin Park

I hope you enjoyed your visit!

As a thank you to all who have stopped by today, I'm having a small giveaway of this handmade (by me) quilted patchwork heart.

If you'd like a chance to win, all you have to do is leave a comment on this post only please!  Make sure you leave some way for me to contact you ... your blog link or your email address will be fine.  This giveaway is open worldwide.  You do not have to have a blog to enter and you do not have to be a follower of my blog.  I'm just happy you stopped by :)

I will draw a name for the winner on February 15, 2014. 

Thanks so much for stopping by today, and I hope you enjoy touring other blogs participating in the Grow Your Blog event!

Wendy

 

Thank you Vicki of 2 Bags Full for hosting the "Grow Your Blog" party that has gained popularity throughout blogland again this year.  Vicki has put a lot of work into this wonderful event, and I am truly grateful.