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This is my second time making this hat, I love the pattern, but found the ear flaps weren't spaced far enough apart, so I added 7 sts to the front, between the ear flaps, then decreased 7 sts evenly on the 25th row of stocking stitch, and I believe it worked. Pattern- Mybootee Babee Chullo (Baby Earflap Hat)by Bobbi PadgettNeedles- 3.75mm dpnsYarn-40g Bernat Satin Sport SolidsColourway-Rouge

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Mittens for babies...I have the day off and it's a miserable cold wet day outside, so Im gonna spend the day in my jammies knitting!

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Lately I've been complaining to anyone who would listen, that I have no time to knit. Well... I guess if I want to knit bad enough, I can find the time, here is the proof... I finished this beret a lot sooner than I thought. Beret Pattern Beret by Patons (ravelry link) Made for Taylor Needle and yarn Needle US 5 / 3.75 mm Yarn Patons Shetland Chunky Tweeds How much? 1.2 skeins = 147.6

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About 6 months ago I received a request from my sisters granddaughter,she fell in love with the Beret that I had knitted last year, I told her I'd knit her one up if she'd like, she picked light grey, and I just happened to have a ball left over from the sweater I had made for Dylan. This pattern is my favourite hat patterns of all time. It's a quick easy pattern, but has taken me a long time

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Here are this years contestants in our annual pumpkin carving contest the Nominees are... #1. "Knit Or Die" Pirate Lamb Pumpkin #2. boo the pooh                                                                     #3, Jack Skellington #4. Hard days night   #5.Mr. Hyde                                                                     #6. George and the winner is...Please cast

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Happy Halloween.

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 It's been a busy week, Dylan seems to be settling in well, I have him on a pretty good schedule that works well for us. I'm still getting my walks in, and he seems to enjoy them, I bundle him up nice and warm and we walk for about an hour each day. Cari has noticed a big change in his sleeping patterns, for the first time he has begun to sleep the whole night through. He even has two naps for

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Pattern Kai Cable Sweater by Louisa HardingSize 18 monthsNeedle US 7 / 4.5 mm/US 8 / 5.0 mmYarn -2 skeins Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Solid( I had 9 yards left from the 2nd skein) so no waste at all.Colorway-denimStarted October 17 2009Completed- October 21 2009 (just in time to give it to him for his half birthday) yes,our little Dylan is 6 months old today! Here in Canada, a parent can take off

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I started a new project this week,"Kai cable sweater" another design from Louisa Harding, from her book "Natural knits for babies and mom"... She is quickly becoming my favourite designer of baby knits. It's has simple cable panel up the centre of the front,and a turtle neck. Very cute!!! Although Dylan is not quite 6 months, he is a big baby, so I'm making it in the largest size. Cari went

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Started this on Sept 17th had it 75% finished when for some reason my dog thought it would make a lovely chew toy? I was able to salvage most of the yarn. but I had other projects I had to knit. Well I'm finally done, and little Jacob has a sweet little sweater to wear, for a few weeks anyway, before he grows out of it! The vintage buttons were a gift to me from my sister Linda. PatternFirst Size

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Cari wanted a hat for Dylan, made with the left over yarn from his sweater.She really liked this and it was a quick and easy pattern to make. I'll be making more, for sure!Pattern-mybootee baby earflap hatYarn-Shetland Chunky Tweeds by PatonsNeedle 4.0 circular needlesSizes-16-18 inch head circumference (approx. 0-6 mo

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I Finished Dylan's Milan Jacket, I thought by making the largest size he'd get a lot of wear out of it! but it just fits and he'll most likely grow out of it soon! He is a very big boy!!! Pattern -Milan Jacket by Louisa Harding Size 18 MonthsNeedle US 5 / 3.75 mmUS 6 / 4.0 mmYarn-Patons Shetland Chunky TweedsColorway-Oxford GrayButtons-5 1"togglesother than it being smaller than I would have

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Today we made our way to the Pater's Pumpkin Patch. In search of the perfect pumpkins for our annual jack o lantern carving contest. The boys were sporting their snazzy hats... I got a lot of wonderful comments on them. I even was approached by a Photographer, who asked if I'd be interested in making her some to be used as props!*blushing* I said I'd think about it!

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I haven't had a lot of time for knitting lately. My weekends are really the only time I get to knit, but I managed to finish this little pumpkin hat for the new baby it's so cute! I can't wait until he wears it!!!  I thought it would be cute to have all three boys in the same hat for Halloween, so I'll be making two more! I reduced the pattern by 10sts  to fit our newborn and used size 3.5 mm

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I'm so excited to be able to introduce you to our newest little blessing: "Jacob Duane" was born Monday Morning, weighing in at 6 lb, 10 oz and 18.5 inches long. Mother and baby are resting and doing great!

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To Celebrate the first day of Fall I did some preserving.If you go for a walk this time of year anywhere on the Island, you will most likely smell the aroma of Chow- chow and Mustard pickles in the air, Green Tomato Chow Chow 7 lbs. green tomatoes, sliced thinly. 5 medium onions, peeled and sliced thinly . 1/2 c. pickling salt. ********** 4 c.vinegar. 4 c. sugar. 1 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/2

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look what my "precious" dog Angel did to the baby sweater.  I could just cry!!! I work on it all weekend long!!! : ....(

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I now have the pattern and the yarn so I started it yesterday. I have exactly 10 days the finish it.(wish me luck)  I believe I can do it, but not sure about the bonnet and booties? nothing like a deadline to make you apply yourself! Pattern:First Size Knitted Set Patons #65, Baby Sets in Knitting & Crochet by Beehive by Patons. This publication is out of print Yarn-Patons Beehive Baby

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... and have you seen this  this  this and I'll definitely be knitting this, boy I'm going to be busy this winter, I have to go yarn shopping! and get some ink for the printer. hehehe... I ran out in the middle of printing Mi Escueita kids cardigan. There is a real nip in the air and it's starting to feel like fall around here, The leaves on the trees are changing colours already, and the smell

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I been trying to find the pattern for this sweater set. I brought my girls home from the hospital in. It would be an older pattern, probably 25 years old ? If you have any idea please let me know. Thank you xoxo

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I'm still here...I've been knitting like a mad women and have no time to blog...21 days until my new grand baby arrives. (giggling with excitement!!!) post coming soon!

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I absolutely love this little dress, such a plain and simple style, I think it's a classic ! Pattern- Traditional Mabel dress by Erika KnightMade for Grand baby #3 ??? (if it's a girl)Size NewbornNeedle-US 1 / 2.25 mm-US 2 / 2.75 mmYarn-2 skeins Paton's Beehive Baby SportColorway Rose BudPurchased at leisure world for $3.99 a skeinI made a slight modification on the back, instead of using ribbon

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Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia are under a hurricane watch. Hurricane conditions are possible within the next few hours.I think we have the supplies we’ll need to ride him out....We have stocked up on food, water, candles, flashlights and batteries, and If power is off for any length of time I have the barbecue filled with propane. We've secured the patio furniture and other small things

Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14189753632054996037natesknittinnanna@hotmail.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30232917.post-29594319660035807632009-08-17T09:33:00.006-03:002009-08-17T09:52:07.442-03:00

I know... I said "I wasn't sure if I would make another one anytime soon", But, how could I say no to Nate when he asked if I was making him one! (I have a funny feeling I’ll be knitting in triplicate from now on)Pattern -Ribbit by Susan B. Anderson.Needle -3.5 mm DPN'sYarn -Maybe 25 grams of Lion Brand Cotton-EaseColorway -Cactus used up all the leftovers from Kelli's FLSStarted-Aug 17

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Last week I started a new project. Yay...more baby knits, this time I thought I'd use some colour (ha ha)! We don't know the gender yet, and we won't know until the baby is born, but I really wanted to knit the Traditional Mabel dress by Erika Knight again.Needle US 1 / 2.25 mm-US 2 / 2.75 mmYarn -Patons Beehive Baby Sport-2 skeins = 718.0 yards (656.5m)Colorway -Rose Bud.Even if we don't get a

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