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.

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

Union Suit Pattern Giveaway! EXPIRED

Contest Expired.  To purchase 

Union suit - Babies & Toddlers  

Union Suit - Children's  

Union Suit - Adults   

In anticipation of my Union Suit Pattern release, next Tuesday, September 6th, Nicole @ Frontier Dreams is hosting a giveaway for one free pattern!  Stop on over there; you won't regret it and I bet that you'll be hooked looking at her beautiful babies, knitting creations and fun crafts!  She was one of my lovely testers and did a fabulous job on a Union Suit for her little man which an be seen here.  The contest is open now and runs until the release date, September 6th. 

I had really wanted to have this pattern released in August or even the end of July, however, time didn't permit and I really didn't want it released at the same time as the Twiga Hoodie. 

Want to see what's on my needles? Stop by in a day or two for some sneak peaks :D

Union Suit!

I have wanted to knit a Union Suit for a long time.  I did the Little Johns with the butt flap as a starting point.  Finally I have what I want! 

This little suit is knit from the ribbed neck line down, with raglan shaping, front opening with button bands, roomy arms and legs with doubled cuffs.  The backside flap covers up the back opening; if you use Elimination Communication, this could work!  You can also change the baby by opening up the flap and pulling the legs out as there are no openings on the inner legs.

Very simple design but lots of fun to knit!

I used Mirasol Cotanani in "Sunshine".  4mm needles & wooden buttons :)

Newborn, 3mon, 6mon, 12mon, 18mon, 24mon, 3yrs, 4yrs sizes.

If anyone is interested in testing the pattern, please let me know and I will email you the pattern :)

Happy Knitting!

A little lull...

Not because I haven't been knitting.  Mostly because I have been too busy.  And, I stink at blogging :)

I have a few fun projects on the go right now.  A couple I can't share just yet :)

Here is "Nicolette", a dress/tunic top for my soon to be niece. The pattern is in the works :)

Size shown is a 12months dress which can be worn right up to age 2 or 3 as shown on Scarlett who is 3.5. I really love patterns (and designing patterns!) that cover a range of sizes. It is shown in Noro Silk Garden & features seamless construction, a buttoned opening on the raglan seam, eyelet waistband with ribbon, and a feather & fan lace pattern on the cuffs and hem.

Very easy!

Here is something I have had rolling around my brain for a while. I did an exhaustive Internet/Ravelry search to see if I could find something similar before I spent the time designing this.

"Little Johns" are a part of a series of patterns based around the outdoors and Union Suits. The are longies featuring a "butt flap", seamless construction, I-cord drawstring, doubled, ribbed cuffs. This pattern is going to be available in sizes newborn to size 10. It is in the final stages of testing and layout! It will be available here, on Ravelry and through Knit Picks

I have also included optional striping for the whole traditional "wool work sock" effect....

Knit in Cascade 220, but ill be re-knit in Knit Picks Wool of the Andes; RED!!

Look out for my next pattern; a Union Suit for babies- toddlers!!

Happy Knitting!