40% off ALL Union Suit Patterns! EXPIRED

Expired

‘Tis the season to knit up a Union Suit or two!

From September 16-20, 2013, I am offering 40% off of ALL 3 of my Union Suit patterns, sized newborn through to adult!!

No coupons needed, only valid on Ravelry.com

Union Suit - Babies & Toddlers  

Union Suit - Children  

Union Suit - Adults  

Union Suit - Adult Sizes Pattern Release!

                Union Suit - Adults Pattern PDF - $7.00 

This has been a long while coming. mostly because I kept having to put my rather large sample aside to work on other more pressing projects.  However, now is the perfect time to start a Union Suit as it will be ready in time for Fall!  My dad is a great model and a good sport :) We all went camping and took the opportunity to shoot some photos for the pattern.

Union Suit - Children's Pattern Release!

Union Suit - Children's Sizes 

“Based on the one piece long underwear worn for the past century in the America’s, the Union Suit is a classic outfit that is designed for comfort and warmth. It features seamless construction with raglan shaping, a front buttoned opening from neck to gusset, a backside opening with buttoned flap, a roomy gusset, tapered arms and legs & twisted rib cuffs. Approximately 4” (10cm) of positive ease allows for comfort and room to grow.

Endless knitting & family photos :)

I feel like I am endlessly knitting.  I am working on  Union Suit for Levi and then one for my dad.  YES, huge amounts of endless stockinette! At least it isn't boring and I can watch a movie while knitting.

Here are some photos of the kiddos that I found and love :)

The whole fam damily (well, almost!) Who is missing?

My dad in his remodeled 39 Dodge.  Pretty pleased, I'd say!

Will & Scar <3

Mady & my favoritest niece ever!

Levi; A union suit will suit him, yes?

Dee :)

Indy; a prolific knitter like her mama :)

Not any photos of Lox. You all see him all the time as I use him as my model!



Knitting For a Friend & New Pattern Preview

I have been working on several projects lately. I am so happy to have all these Union Suits finished for my friend, Tara! It took me longer than expected but they are done :) 

Elanns Bamboo classic was used for the blue and purple Union Suits.  It was extremely spilty, but super soft.  It should be comfortable for a baby :) This blue suit is size 3 months.

Elanns newer Sonata Soft in brown was used for this size 3 months suit.  It is not as soft as the bamboo, but did soften up some once washed.

Periwinkle union suit in size 2 years for Liv :)

I also knit a hat for her, like the ones I made a few years ago. "Thorpe" is by Kristen Kapur and is easy and quick to knit. It is also a free pattern! I used Knit Picks Swish in Serrano and Dusk.  I held the strands doubled to achieve the correct gauge.

Life has been busy lately.  My mum has been in the hospital for 3 weeks, home for a few days and is back in again.  I have tried to go down there every week for a few days and help out.  Hopefully things will return to "normal" soon for them :)

I have a few new patterns coming out, one of which is a unique hat pattern:  "Mister or Missus" Toque.  It comes in 5 sizes: baby, toddler, child, women's and men.  It features seamless twisted stitch cables that run from front to back and a section on each side.  It is an advanced beginner to intermediate pattern, but isn't too hard once you get going :)

Above is the womens and toddler sizes using Cascade 220 wool.  I knit these last year but haven't done anything with them since then!

The hat is started at the top.

Notice Loxley's scarf? India knit this little beauty :)  Maybe I can convince her to write out the pattern?

More cuteness :)

The Man's hat was knit with Madelinetosh Vintage, if I remember correctly. 

This pattern will be knit up with Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Tweed soon!  Come back for a free pattern giveaway :)

Happy knitting!

October.

Has it really been almost a month since I last posted? Really??

October has been a very busy, yet relaxing month for our family.

We went camping in Gravenhurst for Feast of Tabernacles.  We did come home early as it was terribly cold and wet. 

 

I love amping when the parks are virtually empty!  It is us and retired couples :)

India knit this adorable scarf for Loxley.  It is a simple pattern and stripes! I love stripes.  He hated the scarf, until we told him he could go for a walk.  When we got home, he didn't want to take it off.  So typical!

Do you like his hat?  This will be available soon :)  It sizes right up to men's.

Dee took some good photos of my Organic Seasons Jacket & Blanket.  I am in the process of finalizing the pattern layout.  This is tentatively going to be released the first week of November :) I am super excited!

Oh! And, one more thing I am working on; children's sizes 3-14 years in my Union Suit pattern. Those sizes are in testing now!  The adult sizes are coming; I am working on those :)  Just in time for winter!

Happy Knitting!

Red Union Suit for Loxley

In my minds eye, waaaay back in January, this is what I had envisioned:

A red Union Suit for Loxley.  Isn't he cute?

Look at those curls; it isn't fair!

Since I have knit this Union Suit I have added more depth to the body.

 to relieve the gapping at the top.

Front shot.  Only a cell phone will hold his attention.

I purchased all these beautiful wood buttons from Eliza's Buttons & Yarn, here in town. 

Yarn: Knit Picks Swish Tonal in "Gypsy".  I love this yarn.  Maybe that isn't a strong enough word?

I have actually used these same small buttons on an aqua baby sweater almost 2 years ago.  It is in his baby box now as it was a favorite.

Union Suit Pattern Release....at last!

Union Suit Pattern PDF -
From Knit Picks HERE.

Just in time for Fall, the Union Suit Pattern is finally ready!

Description:



“Based on the one piece long underwear worn for the past century in the America’s, the Union Suit is a classic outfit that is designed for comfort and warmth. It features seamless construction with raglan shaping, a front buttoned opening from neck to gusset, a backside opening with buttoned flap, a roomy gusset, tapered arms and legs & doubled cuffs.
“When worked in soft wool, the Union Suit is the perfect outfit to wear over a cloth diaper. Diaper changes can be done by pulling babies legs through the backside flap or through the front opening. The backside flap is also convenient for parents who practice Elimination Communication.
“The Union Suit is sure to be a favourite go-to garment for all parents!”

Sizes:Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 3 years

Gauge:
20sts & 28 rows = 4" square in Stockinette on US6 (4mm) needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
Yarn:
                   Newborn(3mon, 6mon, 12mon, 18mon, 2yrs, 3yrs)
Worsted Weight   350(470, 480, 550, 630, 760, 910)yds
Rating:

Advanced Beginner;  The Union Suit pattern uses lifted increases, short rows, knitting in the round, seamless knitting, twisted rib stitches.  The pattern is clearly written and explains each technique used and/or has a link to a good tutorial.

Union Suit Pattern PDF - $7.00

WIP's...to kill some time!

What is on my needles these days? Lots!  I am in the midst of several projects as I run out of yarn on one, so while waiting, work on another.  And so it goes.

Red Union Suit; ran out of yarn and not-so-patiently waiting for it.  After all, my pattern release is supposed to be tomorrow!  Go HERE for a chance to win a Union Suit Pattern.  Be quick; the contest closes tomorrow!

A baby blanket; almost ready for testing, I just need to sit down and finish it up!

A close up of the "summer" border.

All I need to do is sew in a few yarn ends and sew on 3 buttons! Then this tunic is ready for testing.

To match the blanket above, a squishy jacket for Loxley.  Notice the Autumn leaves? This has to be one of my most favorite things I have ever knit. Seriously.  I can't wait to finish it but alas, I *might* run out of yarn.  For the second time.  I wish I was kidding about that, but I'm not.  For some reason, I am misjudging my yarn requirements and it is frustrating!

Hope you are all well and knitting happily away!  Check back tomorrow for the Union Suit pattern release :)