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Showing posts with label knitting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label knitting. Show all posts
Saturday, 21 February 2015
Cable Beanie Hat
Hat available here on Etsy
Tuesday, 11 November 2014
Acorn Hats
New and improved acorn hats. Love these, think the oak leaf really finished them off nicely. Can't wait to see some photos of them being worn as my small people are too big to model them. If you would like one yourself they are for sale here here on Etsy.
Saturday, 23 August 2014
Princess Penelope and the Runaway Kitten
Miss E chose this lovely book from the library a few weeks ago. I am always a sucker for a knitting theme so we both enjoyed reading this one! The kitten reminded us, more than a little bit, of our ginger wool thief Merlin.
If its not available at your local library the book is available on Amazon here.
Thursday, 21 August 2014
Button Beanies
Thursday, 14 August 2014
Happy days
Going to the Post Office with these....
...means a trip to the cake counter for these!
Unfortunately as we were rushing back I forgot to carry the box carefully so my poor chocolate and mascarpone tart was a bit battered but it still tasted divine. I supply some hats for Newborn Baby Posing Limited and these cakes were to reward me (and of course the small people can't be missed out!) for getting their order complete and on its way. Anyone involved in newborn photography check out their website, they sell everything you could possibly need all under one roof, and have some great knitted hats ;) lol!
Wednesday, 13 August 2014
Mystery Knit A Long
One of my favourite knitting designers is running a mystery knit a long at the moment. Basically you sign up and get sent a small part of the pattern each day or so. Along with lots of other knitters you all knit up the pattern without really knowing what it is you are knitting. Melody, of Melody's Makings has designed some really lovely baby hats and other baby bits and pieces ideal for photo props so I figured I would join in with this one as a bit of fun and hopefully I may get a new item for the shop out of it.
The first part of the pattern arrived in my inbox late last night and I couldn't resist getting started. I had hoped to work the pattern in two different shades of green but I couldn't find just the right yarn so have gone with two shades of blue.
I have been a bit naughty and not checked my gauge properly as I didn't have the correct needles but figured if I do the smallest size if it turns out any bigger it won't be a problem as it will just end up being 3 months instead of newborn.
Well here it is so far, we have wondered whether it is a hat, or maybe a pair of trousers with braces?! I guess I will just have to wait and see!
The first part of the pattern arrived in my inbox late last night and I couldn't resist getting started. I had hoped to work the pattern in two different shades of green but I couldn't find just the right yarn so have gone with two shades of blue.
I have been a bit naughty and not checked my gauge properly as I didn't have the correct needles but figured if I do the smallest size if it turns out any bigger it won't be a problem as it will just end up being 3 months instead of newborn.
Well here it is so far, we have wondered whether it is a hat, or maybe a pair of trousers with braces?! I guess I will just have to wait and see!
Monday, 4 August 2014
A hint of Autumn?
There was a definite hint of autumn these last few days. Very strange as it still feels like it should be midsummer but a couple of the trees had started to turn yellow and the first leaves were falling. I also spotted rosehips and a blackthorn laden with sloes. Made me think I really should be knitting ;) !
Monday, 28 July 2014
Messing about in the river
You have got to love a job that is portable enough to be done in places like this! We have made a few trips here in the last week or so as both children love wading about and playing and I can get my work done whilst enjoying the children and the sunshine.
Thursday, 26 June 2014
Oatmeal Marl Hat
Hat available for custom order at The Yarn Owls Nest.
Thursday, 12 June 2014
Sunny Seaside Inspired Hat
A few lovely beach days have inspired the colourway for this newborn baby hat. It is knitted in a lovely silvery grey and denim blue vegan yarn and the prototype was actually knitted up on the beach. It is for sale already up on The Yarn Owl's Nest Etsy Shop but if you would like a different size please contact me.
As for the beach, everyone loved it, and I am still finding sand around the house even after hoovering and sweeping!
Monday, 2 June 2014
Oatmeal Marl Rabbit Hat
My main knitted baby bunny hat season is over for another year but I couldn't wait to share this lovely image with you. This hat is knitted with a stretchy ribbed edging which I think makes it look a bit more boy-ish, although the roll brims are unisex and have the advantage of making the hat fit slightly longer. The yarn is a gorgeous wool mix chunky so it is also a bit warmer than the acrylic ones.
Thank you to Rachel Jefferies for the lovely newborn photo.
Sunday, 4 May 2014
Star Wars Baby
So today is Star Wars Day. Mr T is a big Star Wars fan, and his little sister has realised that being interested in Star Wars means she can play with him and his lego a bit more, something she is always trying to do! For a long time this Yoda baby hat has sat in my to-do pile until a photographer reminded me and I finally cast it on. It is knitted with a super soft chunky acrylic yarn and I think it is a great match for Yoda himself.
I borrowed Mr T's lego figures and set myself up a little scene with them, only to be told that this character would not be with that character and so on, so I let him set them up instead. I am not sure whether to stock this hat or whether to keep it for custom orders as the ears took more concentration than I have late at night at the moment. This one is winging its way to Ireland to Linda Clarke, hopefully I will be able to share a photo of it being worn by a gorgeous newborn baby soon.
If you would be interested in ordering one please contact me through my Facebook page, here or via The Yarn Owls Nest, my Etsy shop. In the meantime May The Force Be With You!
Monday, 10 March 2014
Self Striping Yarn
I love using self striping yarn, especially the Adriafil Knitcol range. On my needles right now is a baby hat knitted in the shade called Degas.
Friday, 21 February 2014
Pom Pom Earflap Hat
I love this photo of my pom pom hat, it has a real spring feel to it. This is the hat I blogged about here but in a different colour. I am really pleased at is one of the hats I have actually designed the pattern for myself. If you would like to buy one they are available in a few different colours and sizes on my Etsy shop, or message me through the shop if you would like an earflap pom pom hat in this colour or another colour or size not listed.
Monday, 17 February 2014
Tuesday, 11 February 2014
Monkeying about
I knitted this little guy as a special request for my photographer Rachel Jefferies. I adapted a pattern from Melody's Makings to make it work with Stylecraft Chunky yarn. The fluffy parts are knitted from a strand of Stylecraft and a strand of King Cole Moments in Koala. The pattern suggested white for the face and inner ears but I went with cream as white seemed a bit harsh. I am not sure whether to list him in the shop as he took a fair bit of knitting and sewing but I may offer him for custom orders!
Sunday, 2 February 2014
Big Smiles
A happy customer sent me a photo of her gorgeous daughter Lexie! She is exactly eight weeks old on this photo and her smile is totally infectious! If you have a photo of your little one in one of my hand knits I would love to see it (I also offer a discount for a future purchase if I use the photo here or on my Facebook page!)
Thursday, 21 November 2013
Winter is coming knit faster!
Its been so so busy around here with usual Christmas preparations, lots of knitting and Miss E's 4th birthday.
A custom order for Newborn Baby Posing Company.
Early birthday morning!
Adventures.
These two were inseparable.
A custom order for Newborn Baby Posing Company.
Early birthday morning!
On our way to our home ed group.
Adventures.
Pies!
These two were inseparable.
Sunday fresh air.
Tuesday, 15 October 2013
Wahey!!!! Front page!!
Look what I woke up to this morning!! My mittens made it to the Etsy front page over night! What a beautiful treasury, thank you Whiskamo!
'softly falls the light' by Whiskamo
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