Salix or Willow is a genera of over 400 species ranging from large trees to low, creeping ground covers. Willows are among the earliest woody plants to leaf out in spring and the last to drop their leaves in autumn. The roots are remarkable for their toughness, size, and tenacity to live, and roots readily sprout from aerial parts of the plant....

Ulmus americana or American Elm is an extremely hardy tree that can withstand winter temperatures as low as −42 °C. Its bark has intricate fissures that provide interest through the long, cold winters of Canada. The Ulmus hat portrays these characteristics using twisted stitches along with detailed cabling.

New beginnings are a little scary and a little exciting all at once. A new town, a new knitting technique, a new job. But with one foot in front of the other or one stitch at a time, it can turn out great. With help from friends and a fancy new hat it will be awesome.

The Lane Hat is a simple, meditative knit that works best with a semi-solid or LIGHTLY speckled yarn. The pattern can be modified to fit any sized head using any stitch count that is a multiple of 6. Fits include folded brim or flat brim, fitted, slouch and super slouch.

The Bronwen Shawl was inspired by my Physio Therapist. Bronwen greeted me every day with the most motivating smile. She knew when to push me, when to just leave me alone and when to make me laugh. I respect her so much for constantly trying to better herself, her honesty and her perseverance. Here’s to you Bronwen, from one Small But Mighty Lad...

Drumbeg Provincial Park is located on Gabriola Island overlooking scenic Gabriola Passage. Drumbeg offers excellent views of the Strait of Georgia and the Coast Mountains on the Mainland. The park contains a kilometre long sand and pebble beach with striking sandstone and conglomerate rock formations, which can be seen at low tide.

Bramble is a fantastic way to showcase that hoarded skein of yarn. The one you’ve tried matching with something else but it’s never really felt right.

The Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) has always been on of my favourite trees. An exciting find in our mostly Spruce and Pine forests of Alberta.

This pattern was inspired by adventures both big and small. Either up a mountain or down the street to the spray park. What ever situation you are in, approach it with a smile and an open mind. You will find joy in whatever you approach.

The Elk Pass Hat will be discounted to $4 CAN until Sunday February 12, 2017 at 11:59pm.

Winter on the east coast of Vancouver Island is damp. A light, but insulating scarf is a necessity to endure the cool, creeping air on forest walks or beach cruising. The honeycomb garter stitch gives the scarf a double layer trapping air and warmth around the neck.