loop scarf

I was reminded recently about finishing what you start. This knit was from last winter and worked on while watching season two of Downton Abbey. I figured since we are now almost done with season three it's high time I finish it. I used bits from previous projects and am really liking the color scheme. It is knit flat and then seamed into a loop that can be worn loose or wrapped twice.

Another project that will most likely be finished soon is this cotton dress.

bow hair ties

I set some time aside this morning to work in the attic and cut out a few articles of clothing, worked on one of my quilts and made these bow hair ties. I made 6 all with Liberty fabrics. I like that my daughter and I can share this hair accessory because it is definitely equally sweet on adults and kids.

In one of the pictures you can see what they look like before you tie them in a bow around the hair tie.

Here is the pattern.

Hope the coming snowstorm doesn't cancel Scarlet's art party with her friends Saturday. I don't think it will since it is right in town and everyone coming is close by.

little leg warmers

Little leg warmers for S to help keep warm on these cold days. I also can't find the ones I made four years ago which most likely were stored away and are probably too small anyway. The pattern is so easy which is useful since I like to have a project to carry along with me to dance and Tae Kwan Do lessons. If you want to knit a pair for your sweet little one the pattern is free from Never Not Knitting.

Tomorrow is a big day. Scarlet turns 5! I am making cake pops as requested. It's my first time making them and I am halfway done.

I will be back soon to show some more projects I have been up to.

maile

Maile Sweater

Knit in Alcehmy Yarns of Transformation. I had leftover yarn from previous projects that were slightly different but, realized after the fact otherwise I would have stranded it. It came out like subtle color blocking which is in style anyway, right? This is how I console myself.

I like the concept behind this sweater and have been wanting to knit it for awhile. It is named after a native Hawaiian vine that is used to make leis.

Depending on the size of the baby this looks like it will fit anywhere in the range of newborn-6 months. It's very light so it will work for Spring.

I still need to add four buttons. I didn't find anything in my stash so will add them when I find something I like.

smock top

An art smock with a big pocket was made for S this week. I was going to save it for her birthday but, then how could I try it on her.

I used a medium weight cotton/linen and some Heather Ross fabric for the pocket which has a seam down the middle to separate whatever she might want to put in there- tiny toys, paint brushes and crayons...

My two regrets are that I didn't size up because it is a bit smaller then I would have liked in the chest and shoulders though she is wearing two shirts here. Also, that I didn't cut the fabric high enough on top to allow for a seam allowance without chopping off Rapunzel's head so I zigzag stitched the top instead of decapitating her. It's easy enough to make so I will make her another in a size up when she grows out of it if I find it gets enough use.

The pattern is from Carefree Clothes for Girls.

If my Mom made me stand on furniture when I was a kid I might have been scared too;)

cable headband

I have been knitting almost non-stop as soon as I get the moment I sit down and pick up the needles. When it is 10 degrees outside who can blame me? To be fair there has been some sewing even a few finished projects which I hope to show soon.

I have been knitting baby and kid things like tiny pants, sweaters and slippers but, as soon as I got this Good Night, Day knitting pattern book in the mail I put aside the kid projects to make something for myself. Honestly, I wasn't sure if this style would look good on me but, as it turns out I love it.

I had some Debbie Bliss Como yarn which is incredibly soft and perfect for this project so that made starting right away so simple. It was a nice quick knit and I would love to make another one.

There are some great patterns in this book. I would really like to try like the pembroke tank and markham collar. The photography is gorgeous as well and I am happy to finally be getting around to hand knitting one of Tara-Lynn Morrison's designs.

sailor sweater

A nautical style striped sweater knit using this pattern.
I made mine in natural alpaca and Quince and Co. Chickadee in the color Peacoat.

I sized up my sweater using heavier yarn then the pattern calls for and it came out about a 2-3T.

I have been making an effort to use only yarn I have for my projects but, I ran out of the alpaca right before the button band and sleeves so I had to order some. Unfortunately, I was not able to get the same exact yarn as it had been purchased a couple of years before on a day trip so I tried to match it as best as I could online. It's a bit different but, I think it works out okay in the end. The blue buttons are vintage ones.

I enjoyed knitting this pattern and the clever construction.