Monthly Archives: June 2014

Spam, spam, spam

Posted on June 30, 2014 by natalie

I felt like I was in an awkward position today. Canada has brought in some new anti-spam laws with hefty penalties. Although my mailing list was created as an opt-in list with confirmations required to sign up, I felt compelled … Continue reading →

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Variations on a theme

Posted on June 26, 2014 by natalie

First, I have to show you this postcard that my Aunt Viv sent me from England: One more week to go until the Tour de France! Yes, they’re getting all excited over there about the start of the tour being … Continue reading →

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Peloton: TdF KAL, 2014

Posted on June 16, 2014 by natalie

Last week I showed you the prizes for my 5th annual Tour de France Knit Along (TdF KAL). Today I’m here to share the pattern. It’s called Peloton: This semi-circular shawl is inspired by the riders of the Tour de … Continue reading →

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Tour de France KAL: prize preview

Posted on June 12, 2014 by natalie

On Saturday July 5th, the Tour de France kicks off in Yorkshire. We’ll be celebrating and following along with the race in my Ravelry group with my 5th annual Tour de France (TdF) Knit Along (KAL). This year’s design is … Continue reading →

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5th annual Tour de France KAL: a hint of what’s to come

Posted on June 5, 2014 by natalie

We are now just a month out from the start of the Tour de France (July 5th, 2014), so it’s almost time for my annual Tour de France Knit Along. I feel like my knitting mojo is returning just in … Continue reading →

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