Still Knitting!!!!

Yes, it has been a while since I posted last.  I am still knitting.

The Cable Pullover has been set aside until I finish two patterns that are on my plate, then the Cable Pullover will take off.

All the samples (way too many) have been finish and now I just have to finish the buttons, wash the samples and photograph photograph photograph.

It is a children's version of Hoodie Bear.  It is worked in Worsted Weight yarn in sizes 2 - 12.  Like Hoodie Bear it has two options, collared or hooded. 



Hoodie Option works for Boys and for Girls



Collared Option in many sizes and colours.

I promise you and myself that it will be up on Patternfish within 1 week.

The second pattern samples are also completed and just need to be photographed.  It is a basic cardigan for ages Newborn to 3 years. 

Catch Up on my Projects!!!!!

I have been playing with the sticks and string, as I always do.  I am working on a new pattern - a Cable stitch Pullover for sizes 1 - 8 Yrs.

This one has a provisional cast on for the neckband, then it is worked multidirectional from the top down.  Still, no sew knitting.  It will be a while as it is kind of complicated, it may be listed as Advanced, instead of Intermediate, not sure yet.


Of course I am still working out the final numbers and knitting more samples for the Basic Cardigan, size Newborn to 3 years.  It will be up and running real soon.

I still have to end the threads and sew on the buttons on the three to the left.  I also have other samples in my stock that are ready for photo ops.    There will be lots of options for colour and yarn.  It will be in DK weight. 




I also have socks on the sticks, these are for me, YEAH!

Next I have begun a pair of heavy warm socks, that will be donated to the local Conservation Club for draws at their upcoming Zone Meeting January 15.  They are knit in 100% wool worsted weight.  They will require careful care but boy will they be warm.

Last but not least, I have finished a pair of woollen mittens and two more Huggy Bear Cardigans for my stock.

MommaBearKnits on and on into the night!!!!!

WINTER HAS ARRIVED!!!!

Callum

No need for words, this picture says it all!

Moose Cardigan Is on the mat, drying as we speak!!!!!

Yes, it is no sew, top down, knit all in one piece

Back View

This cardigan was a special project for Callum, his mom and especially his dad, he is a moose hunter.

MommaBearKnits and she designs for Babies and More.

Long Time Since the Last Post

Yes, after the Artisans' Show I was a little overwhelmed and did not know what next to do so I just knit, knit, knit, and relaxed.  Now I have Callum's Moose Cardigan almost finished, I think what is keeping me from the last step, is all those tails to work in.  I have finished two more Huggy Bear Sets and then I knit three pairs of Baby Mittens.  They will be for Callum, hope they fit.  I don't use patterns for mitts and socks, so I just take my chances.  I like them, and perhaps I will do a pattern of just Baby Hats/Socks/Mittens, you never know where MommaBear will do next.  For now just the mittens are ready for the camera. 

I think the thumbless mitts will work best for babies

Yes, the next step is the Moose Cardigan, it will be ready for Callum by Christmas, it probably will be too big for him until the spring, but he is a big boy so you never know. 

MommaBearKnits on into the Winter.

Artisans' Christmas Tour

Last weekend was the event.  Looking forward to 2012.  I will do it again, after all, I will be knitting and designing during the next 12 months.  It was a little quieter, but the experience is still awesome.  Love the compliments and the sales.  After all, I would need a storage building for all the stock otherwise, I cannot stop knitting and designing so this works for me:

I guess pictures are worth 1,000 words.

MommaBear is back on track, knitting and designing!!!

Countdown to Oro Medonte Christmas Artisan's Tour

I am working on the final few projects for the show.  Three Cardigans and Two Hats on the drying Rack.  Three Cardigans and Two Hats on the table just have to end the threads, sew on buttons, and wash.  Then I will start something else. 

Doesn't Look Like a lot when in boxes, but it is.

I like babies and toddlers to be dressed in all colours of the rainbow.  That is my goal.  The show runs from  9:00 am - 7: pm  Friday November 18 and 9:00 am - 4 pm on Saturday November 19.  I am truly looking forward to the show, I will have lots and lots of Cardigans, Hats, Baby/Toddler Socks and even Egg Cozies, Dish Cloths and Pot Holders.   I will also feature my patterns for sale as a show special.  "Baby Compass" "Bernardo" "Billy & Bobby"  "Junior Compass" "Hoodie Bear" & "Huggy Bear" will be on display for sale.

MommaBearKnits on and on into the future and she Designs for Babies too.

Still Knitting for Babies:

Yes I am!!!!

Latest Project on the needles:  Huggy Bear in Hot Pink, not Baby Pink.  Stock for the show:

And, I am still working on the Moosey Cardigan for Callum.  It takes concentration, so I am slowly getting past the Logos, then it will fly. 

It will look better when washed and blocked.

Artisans' Tour Coming Up Soon.

If interested click on it to enlarge the details.

IT'S COMING, SOON!!!!

The 18th Annual Christmas Artisans' Tour, in Oro Medonte is coming up fast --- November 18 & 19.  I have to get my stock ready.  I knit right up to the night before and even during the show.  I just finished another Huggy Bear Cardigan, one of many in my stock, and am working on the matching hat.  I still have a lot of buttons to sew on and then I will haul out my projects growing since last year's show and get them ready to go.  A lot of work but I love it.

The colour doesn't show well in the Photo, but it is a nice Cherry Tweed, size 3 Months.
Cabin Fever Cotton Tweed DK

Matching hat almost finished.

Well, the KAL started as planned.  Then I got distracted by a back problem that affected my Daughter Dawn in Ottawa.  I started the KAL and then drove to Ottawa (5 1/2 hr drive from home) and spent a few days with her as she was in a lot of pain.  I arrived back Monday, finished up my KAL project.  There are others in my group still working on Bernardo and we are back on line with the comments and progress pictures.



Size 1 year - Bernardo and Hat
Cabin Fever Cotton Tweed