TIB Review {Knitting}

Friday 1 March 2013

I have started knitting for Baby MiH - of course I knitted the Lutin hat - but now we are talking proper clothes knitting. I had to take the plunge after seeing him in his Debbie Bliss duffel coat. It was also the opportunity to review some of the baby knitting books I bought. And I think I found my favourite - Tricots intemporels pour bebes, by Astrid Le Provost - who is also the talented woman behind Citronille patterns (the website is in both French and English). 


I started by the brassiere raglan (I have some cute teddy bear buttons arriving soon!). It was also an opportunity to de-stash some sock yarn (as I don't actually knit any socks, I had to use it for something else). 

  


I am knitting in 3mm, which is rather small for me but I think I can handle it considering Baby MiH size. I have made a couple of modifications already - ribbing edge and stripes (inspired by this one). There are some other projects in the book that are just too cute - classy and timeless (well intemporels, like the name of the book suggests)



My first ever jumper for Baby MiH, so far so good. 


But I am dreading the construction already - some serious internet research will have to happen!

8 comments:

  1. I loved making little garments for my boys when they were little! You'll have no trouble with the construction- it is very satisfying to achieve. The wool you are using is perfect for your little man!

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  2. I am also getting back into the groove of knitting baby items. My sister is due in about a month and a half, and that does not leave me a lot of time. I always love seeing what knitting patterns and books are available and popular in Europe, thanks for this one.

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  3. It will be darling. You can do this!

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  4. love your choice in yarns and the pattern they will create - very effective

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  5. I loved the handmade knits I received for my son. I do so wish I could knit. I may have to try again later in the year. I know your makes will be beautiful!

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  6. I used to knit for my children all the time until they got to be teenagers and didn't home made clothes any more! The book you've selected looks adorable. I really think you can't beat french design for stylishness :)

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  7. I love the patterns and the yarn choice and can't wait to see them grow!

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