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| both projects still need blocking |
So, here are my two current knits. For one I am using yarn from my afore mentioned
stash. For the other, a terrific find from my local Thrift.
I need to crochet 2 button loops and attach buttons to the
Little Sisters Dress.
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| these buttons were tucked in my Christmas gift from Erin-----perfect |
And I am thinking these vintage leather buttons for the
Bulky Baby Bibbed Pullover
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| buttons are not attached but the more I look, the more I like |
No, I don't have anyone this tiny at home anymore. And there are no grandchildren in the
near future. But tiny things are so gratifying to knit! I think the idea of a Grandma's hope chest is brilliant. It takes the pressure off of the married daughter (I can just keep these things here where I can look and touch) and satisfies my need for tiny things. Besides,
I can be patient knowing that
every stitch that I knit just means that many more prayers offered for the tiny person that will some day fill these handmade garments, and my heart.
Blessings, Debbie
Those are beautiful sweaters and I am drooling over your buttons. I think it's great to knit for a future recipient. The joy of knitting and knitting items you enjoy show in the project. I've donated a lot of hats to charity because that is what I enjoy but can only gift so many.
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Two very sweet projects and what a great, huge bucket of buttons.
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable, I love them! My 7yo son told me one day recently that I should go ahead and start knitting for his someday-children now, just to make sure they have enough clothes. So I guess it's never to early to start! :)
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What a beautiful thoughts/sentiments for your future grandchildren. The bulky pull over is my favorite. I wish I had someone small at home to fit into it. Mine are all in high school. Love the pail of buttons.
ReplyDeleteI want your button stash! Gosh I love buttons, I remember opening up tins of them my Babci had.
ReplyDeleteYou are a good knitter! And, thank you for stopping by on my blog. Good luck with yours - you're doing well so far, it seems to me!
ReplyDeleteahhh how sweet...love that idea
ReplyDeleteGrandmas Hope chest...
The sweaters are cute, but your button stash is amazing! :D
ReplyDeleteOhh, I'm lovin this post! Thank you for the link to the bibbed pullover pattern, we have a little guy in our family this will be perfect for! I think we are all magpies commenting today, the button box...ahhhh buttons.
ReplyDeleteI'll echo Dutch Hollow - want the button stash! Yes. Yes, I do. :)
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Adorable. I especially love the first photo... and of course the button stash!
ReplyDeleteYour projects are lovely. I am always amazed at the variety of buttons available, both new and vintage. Finding the ones that are "just right" makes the knit wear even more beautiful.
ReplyDeleteOh what a great idea! A nice stockpile of grandchild gifts! Beautiful sweaters.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed looking at your lovely projects. I have knit several children patterns and really enjoy the projects. It's just fun to knit those tiny little clothes.
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Oh I love the idea of Grandmother's hope chest...I have written a post for this week on "hope chest". I do have a quilt I am going to start for my future grandchildren....we lost one to miscarriage in November and I want a quilt for them to sleep under when they come to visit. Now I do love the idea of Grandmother's hope chest.
ReplyDeleteLove your knitting projects....something I haven't done in years!!
These are SO darling! Thank you so much for the inspiration. I'm off to download that dress pattern.
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Love the idea of Granny's hope chest--so clever! The sweaters are so precious! It is fun to make those smaller, quick gratification items!
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Ohhh you are so wise! I think I will allow myself to build a grandma's chest and enjoy every moment of it. [o= My 1st ds got married last October and they are going to wait so I think this is a wonderful way to give me some patience.
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-Mary
A grandmothers chest! What a lovely thought!Your handknits are beautiful! I love them both equally! The wool is just gorgeous! SO endearing-- I have such an urge to knit little things than I mourn that there is no one to fill them. Thank you for the idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing Debbie! Having adopted older children (4 & 6) I never got to have the little clothes. I tried to talk my mom into planning ahead and making a set of little clothes for each one for me to put away for when my kids had kids but she never went for the idea. It makes me sad the number of baby clothes I saw going out the door for cousins but there'll be nothing from her for my kids to use, I guess she just assumed she'd be here when the time came. They have their toys she made for them so they did receive something from her needles but I mourn the little layets they won't have, they were so tiny and lacy and soft. Silly, I know.
ReplyDeleteI've always liked the idea of what I call, Grandma's Someday Box. The future may be "nearer" than you think. I found that once the grandchildren do start coming how quickly the little knitted things disappear from the box - and then bigger projects are cast onto longer needles. Your little treasures are soooo cute.
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