Stuff. More knitting; what did you expect?

Let's face it.  This is a blog about knitting.  Not much about family (we are pretty private & The Man wouldn't like that), not about cooking (I do nuff o'that everyday!), not about sewing (no time for that) or anything else.  I really admire blogs that are about LIVES; cooking, sewing, health, etc.,.  Maybe I will try for something like that next year.

Without further ado, some recent projects that I have finished up but haven't blogged about.

Superhero Blanket for Jadyn.  This is a Jadyn Blanket Pattern made in all sorts of pinks/purples with yellow nubbs.  Jadyn is a very inspirational little girl with and amazing mama!  Luv you guys!

For Lox, he has literally worn out most of his wool covers from wearing them for 19 months.  I have been knitting him a cover her week (usually on Saturday) and so far, here are two:

I used Cascade 220 & 220 Heathers.  Leftovers from my grey Little Johns.

Eruption Pants!! The girls nick named these shorts due to the volcano-like colors, but have since decided that the name is TOO appropriate :)

Bugging the bird...

I am currently working on a Union Suit pattern for baby/toddler sizes.  This one is a size newborn, using Mirasol Cotanani.  In a few days, it will be done :)

Happy Knitting!

Little Johns Pattern Release!

Little Johns Pattern PDF $5.00 - 
From Knit Picks HERE.

It is finally here!  After many hours of editing, testing, knitting, "Little Johns" pattern is finally finished. I had the privilege of working with a wonderful group of testers on Ravelry who all happen to be cloth diapering mamas and experienced soaker/longie knitters.  There input was so valuable in the finalization of this pattern!  Thank you mamas!  This pattern is rated Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.

Inspired by long johns my husband wore on our honeymoon as a joke, these unisex little pants are not only cute, but functional. Worked in 100% wool for wear over a cloth diaper, Little Johns will provide your wee one with warmth and comfort.

Worked seamlessly from the waistband down, in the round and then flat, they feature a twisted rib waistband, an I-cord drawstring, a backside flap with 2 large buttons + a smaller button, a gusset shaped with lifted increases, slightly tapered legs and a doubled cuff.

Little Johns also come with an optional striping sequence for the cuffs to mimic classic wool work socks, which are not shown in these photos...

Desperate times called for desperate measures; I had to give Lox the only treat I had to make him stand somewhat still.....you should have seen him when I pried that sticky lollipop from his hands!

Little Johns Pattern $5.00 

Bunches of Baby Knits

Check out the Little Lamby Knits Pattern Shop here for more fun patterns!

I wrote this the day before Loxley was born, but never had a chance to upload photos...

I have been very busy knitting over the past few months, but haven't had time to blog to share :) Knitting wee things is so quick and makes you feel like you have accomplished so much! I will keep this brief and full of photos :D

Curly Purly diaper covers (soakers) using leftover wool yarn from various projects.

Easy Raglan Sweater by Marie Connolly in The Expectant Knitter. Used Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK leftover from India's Corona sweater. I ran out right at the end, so I used some dark teal DB cashmerino for the loops and sleeve edges.

Ok, I used the Curly Purly diaper cover pattern for the top portion of the pants as I love not have to use a drawstring. Then, I added a gusset and legs. I used Noro Kureyon and made size 0-3 months. Raveled here!

Another raglan sweater from The Expectant Knitter. This is the one in the book, for the yellow one, I added my own pattern and short sleeves. The hat is the Ganomy Hat from Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitters Almanac. Lox wears this hat all the time! Raveled here and here.

Another pattern from The Expectant Knitter! Baby Leg Warmers! I used Knit Picks Pallete yarn and made size 3-12 months. Raveled here.

Fleur-de-Lis by Shui Kuen Kozinski in Knitting Fever Angora Extra. So soft! The pattern is available on Ravelry. My project notes are here.

Willow really wanted a new sweater. I bought some Diamond Yarn Edo at the LYS especially for her :) I had to have pink! The pattern is from Phildars Pitchoun Fall/Winter 2--8/09. The buttons are rosewood made by a local craftsperson, also from our LYS. Willow loves this sweater and wears it alot :)