Blue and Pink
Observe the space between your thoughts, then observe your observer.
-Hamilton Boudreaux
Today's a two-fer, to make up for the posting I didn't do last week . . .
I find baby sweaters to be a crucial part of stash busting - perfect for all those 2 and 3 skein lots left over from other projects, or otherwise hanging out in the stash. And then you have the perfect gift ready for any baby-giving occasion.
Ribbed Baby Jacket
Pattern: from Debbie Bliss, available many places
Yarn: Lionbrand Cotton Ease in the old put up, approx 2 skeins
Needles: US 8
Notes: Unusual construction, but not difficult. My gauge was off so I used the numbers from the 2nd smallest size and the measurements from the 2nd largest.
Best Thing About This Project: I just love that ribbing.
Premiere SweaterPattern: from a free Classic Elite newsletter bouncing around
Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece in Victorian Pink, approx 1.75 skeins
Needles: US 6
Notes: I accidentally forgot to increase needle sizes after the seed stitch on the sleeves. It looks fine.
Best Thing About This Project: A perfect paring of yarn and pattern.
I'm in for a long night of board review classes tonight. Which means quality knitting time! I'm almost to the good part of a Fair Isle Yoke Cardigan (i.e. the fair isle yoke part) after getting inspired by Jessica's here. Stockinette stitch here I come!
Labels: Babies
posted by Theresa at 2:35 PM/Permalink
11 Comments:
I especially love the little pink cardigan. Very sweet details.
both jackets are gorgeous
Have fun with the miles of stockinette. I'm in the middle of a yoke sweater (on 2's!), and the sludge to the top would be made so much more reasonable if I had a class to sit through.
Hmm - all these baby sweaters would make us suspicious if your hubby weren't gone. :p They are cute indeed and you're going to be a hit at any baby shower you go to. I wish I could knit in meetings - I always feel a little self-conscious.
I love that Premiere sweater. Adorable.
Adorable. Your baby sweater stash must be impressive!
I LOVE the pink jacket. Could you photocopy and mail or pdf and e-mail the pattern to me (unless I can find it on ravelry)? One friend just had a girl, another has a baby on the way, so I need to get ready.
Hi Theresa, Your knitting just keeps getting better and better. Take Care! Love, Mom
I love, love, love that Premiere Sweater! Do you think it would fit a two-year old? It is just precious!
Ooh, I have the Debbie Bliss pattern. I'll have to see if I have some yarn that will work. The pink one turned out gorgeous, by-the-way. Does is come it toddler sizes? I am looking for more patterns for Rio.
Adorable baby sweaters!
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