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An exotic pigeon inspired this handspun, knitted shawl

Posted on May 21, 2013 by

Bath Time by Sue Demetriou Last year our local Guelph Guild of Handweavers and Spinners presented a show at Greenwood Quiltery‘s gallery, featuring fibre crafts inspired by images (paintings or photographs). When I saw this photo of a Nicobar pigeon … Continue reading →

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Digging For the Story in Urban Nature

Posted on June 30, 2012 by

My weekend retreat brought a burst of creativity. It has been many months since I did so much pen-and-paper writing in the space of a few days. Since returning home, I have tried to recreate the sparking sense of connection … Continue reading →

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Reverse Bucket List

Posted on June 16, 2012 by

We need to dream, but how often do we count our dreams fulfilled? Last month I blogged my bucket list, a list of things I want to do before I die. But Nora Dunn at Wisebread recommends starting with a … Continue reading →

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Inspiration: Lorraine Roy

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

We all need people who inspire us, whether heroes, models, mentors or friends. During the WordCount Blogathon Speed River Journal will present a special Saturday feature profiling people I admire. These are all living people whose work relates directly or … Continue reading →

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Bringing Inspiration Home

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

It was good to be away. It is good to be home. Normally vacations leave me mildly depressed about returning to life as usual. This time I am buoyant with new inspiration for the present, and hope for the future. … Continue reading →

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