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I'm finally getting around to sharing with you the three hats I recently knit, two pixie caps and a cable hat. I made the pixie caps for the two youngest Littles for Christmas. The first one, for Little #10, was the first knitting project I tackled using a pattern. I was pleased with it, despite the mistakes. Since the pattern I used was for 6-12 months, I went up one size on the needles, hoping that would create the size hat I wanted. The hats ended up being a bit too roomy around the face, but knowing that babies always grow (too quickly , in my opinion), I didn't really mind. Maybe we will get another year (or two) out of them. Since knitting them, though, I have learned a great deal more about gauge and tension and I think I may get more positive results if I try knitting this hat again.
The third hat was supposed to be for me, a Cable Up hat. This one, despite having gotten my gauge correct, ended up too small for me. Actually, I'm not sure if I just don't like the fit or if it really is too small, but it fits Little #9 wonderfully, and she loves it. She only takes it off to go to bed at night. So, this mama still does not have a hat of her own, but I do have plans to make another, maybe this Jane hat. I think I may like the slouchy fit of it better. I love the distinct cables on the Cable Up hat, but the fit may just be a bit too fitted for my liking.
I enjoyed knitting all three hats, and I learned a little more about knitting with each one. So, even though they did not turn out exactly as I had intended, I'm happy with what I have learned; sometimes the best teacher is trial and error. It's been fun, though, and I look forward to the many more projects that lie ahead.
Joining Nicole
Love those hats. I recently knit a hat for myself, but like you didn't like it when it was done. It too seemed too small for me. I passed it on :)
ReplyDeleteThose hats look great. I am really liking the "Jane" hat too. With ten Littles, where do you find the time and energy to complete all the projects ?
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your home, family and talent with us,
Vanessa
I usually work on my projects when the Littles are sleeping...or when I'm sitting at the table doing lessons with them. They don't always need my help, but it's good if I stay near. I always take my knitting whenever I have to go to an appointment...you never know how much time will be spent sitting in the waiting room. It's amazing, actually, how much time one can find to knit. :)
DeleteI love the pixi hats and the cable one too. It's a shame that it didn't fit but good that you had someone close at hand to pass it on to. The Jane one look like a good alternative. Those elephant trousers are amazing.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love the elephants??? I couldn't resist that fabric and knew when I saw it that I had to make some pants out of it. They have been through three of my little men.
Deleteoh Emily, those hats are so sweet!!
ReplyDeletethose hats look great. love the cabled hat on your wee girly. :)
ReplyDeletewhat lovely hats. The pixie ones are really cute.
ReplyDeleteaw what adorable little hats, especially the pixie ones :)
ReplyDeleteI just love those pixie hats!! great job :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous hats, hope you can find a pattern and make one that fits you next!
ReplyDeleteAck! The pixie hats! Must.make.now.
ReplyDeleteI love those hats! So nice to make things for our children. On a side note, can you tell me the name of the yellow color paint on your walls? I'm plan to repaint my living room and I love that color.
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