This ornament is from 101 Christmas Minis Book 2 by Holly DeFount (Leisure Arts 2535).
December 26, 2009
December 22, 2009
Fetus’ 1st Christmas Ornament
I made this ornament for a pregnant friend whose mother-in-law is already buying “Baby’s 1st Christmas” things, even though the baby isn’t due until March. I found the graphic online and altered it a little bit while turning it into a usable chart.
December 21, 2009
Merry Christmas Ornament
I finally learned how to cross stitch so that I could make some Christmas ornaments. Here is my first one, from 101 Christmas Minis Book 2 by Holly DeFount (Leisure Arts 2535).
November 12, 2009
Robot Blanket
I made this Robot Blanket (based on the Robot Hat) for Owen. The yarn is Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice 100% acrylic in Kelly Green (172), Espresso (127), and Beige (123). It was knit on US 9 needles. I duplicate stitched the robots on instead of knitting them in because it presents a slightly neater back with less loops for little fingers to get stuck in.
January 29, 2009
Sewing Screen
This sewing screen was made to match one my mom has that her grandfather and aunt helped her make when she was little. My dad made me the frame for Christmas and my mom helped me put together the background and pockets. Then I had to eat lots of jelly to get those empty jars but it’s finally completely finished.
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January 17, 2009
Ancient Greek Tunic
I made Butterick B4572 A for a Seven Deadly Sins themed costume party. I went as Bacchus for gluttony. Crepe-back satin and all notions are from JoAnn’s. I made it a little longer than called for and added a liner.
December 23, 2008
Baby Yoda Sweater
I made the Baby Yoda Sweater [pdf] for a friend’s baby that will arrive in March. It was knit from Mission Falls 1824 Cotton 100% cotton in color #303 on US 6 needles. The size is 0-6 months. I changed the inside ties to crochet chains instead of i-cords since I thought the cords would be too bulky.
December 20, 2008
Womb
I made Womb for Heather. It was made with TLC Essentials 100% acrylic in Fusion (2690) on US 8 needles.
December 19, 2008
Herringbone Neck Warmer
I knit the Herringbone Neck Warmer out of Manos del Uruguay 100% wool in color #104 on size US 11 needles.
December 13, 2008
Ruby
I made Ruby for Macy. The yarn is Lion Brand Microspun 100% micro-fiber acrylic in Ebony (153) and Lily White (100), and Patons Brilliant 69% acrylic / 31% polyester in Radiant Red (4942). They were knit on size US 3 and US 6 needles. I made the 6-9 month size. I didn’t like the ridge on the sole the 3-needle bind off left the first time I made these, so this time I just grafted the edges together instead.
