Bibliosophy Handmade

Yarn Along

 
Well, my posts here are few and far between as we wait for #3.  My energy with two other little ones 2 and under is waning, and there is only enough for simple things these days.  I told my husband yesterday, I only have fight in me for about 10 toddler battles a day; our son won the 11th battle yesterday, and got to wear his slippers out to dinner, in the rain:) 

But knitting is still a comfort, and I'm working on a pretty sweater for my oldest girl for the fall, Springtime in Hollis.  I'm really loving the Dream in Color Classy yarn still, and I have some more in the stash for a matching sweater, in a different color, for her new little sister.

And still reading Adam Bede, usually in the bathtub, which I am again enjoying as our weather has turned cool again.  I also picked up Life Together, by Dietrich Bonhoeffer; what a great reminder of the privilege it is to live freely and fellowship with other Christians.  We are blessed.

Looking forward to seeing what others are knitting and reading at Ginny's...

Yarn Along - New Pattern!

 
 
This little pattern has been occupying some of my (now limited) knitting time as I worked out the kinks.  May I present The Heartwarmer!  I've long wanted to make one of these for the kids, but could never find a pattern that was just right.  Along with vests, these are the perfect solution to keep little chests warm while allowing for play.  Plus, they look so sweet!  This version is knit in Dream in Color Classy, colourway Ruby River.

The pattern is available for purchase now through Ravelry, the sidebar here, or in my Etsy shop!

Still not a ton of reading here, although last night I started Adam Bede by George Eliot.  Middlemarch is one of my all time favorite reads, so I look forward to seeing how her other works compare.

To see what others are knitting and reading, visit Ginny.

Taking the rest of the week off to enjoy Holy Week.  Happy Easter to you!

A little sewing, a little knitting

 
Last Saturday I prayed fervently my kids would nap a full two hours, and sat down at my sewing machine to attempt a little dress.  Earlier in the morning I hit a great sale at Joann's, and got a few $15 vintage patterns for $1 each.  This dress is from Simplicity 2629, and it came together so sweetly.
It's a simple dress, with tucks on the front and back, and a little lace edging at the neck.  It was made to match my newest knitting pattern, the Heartwarmer, which will be available soon.
And my little model did not disappoint!
Here's a view of the Heartwarmer sans baby so you can see how the ends attach to the back of the shawl to keep it secure during play:
The pattern is coming soon, in a baby and toddler size; just as soon as it's finished being test knit!

Yarn Along

 
Apologies for the blurry photo; this was the best I could do holding a squirmy baby early in the morning.

I'm still working on the Tweed Baby Blanket for the Little Girl, as a replacement for the one that was lost.....I still can't bear to think of all my hardwork/handknit goodness of the original one gone forever, but so it is....

And reading....A Rainbow of His Own, and Babies on the Go, which has precious watercolor illustrations.  We try to read with the kids, but they are still so young and the attention spans so short, that it usually devolves into a tug-of-war between babies, or a pushing match:)  I'm looking for some good grown-up reads, so I look forward to checking out everyone else's findings this week.  It is a reading time again.

Check out Ginny's for more knitting and reads!

A Little Giveaway

 

This picture was taken on the last nice day we had here in the Middle West.  Good thing we enjoyed it!  In honor of spring coming (soon please!), and my new pattern, I'm having a little giveaway for two copies of the "Aubrey" vest.  It's the perfect spring layer for my girl, and I'm working on another one in Malabrigo Worsted for the boy.

If you would like to enter to win a copy of the pattern, just leave me a comment below!  I'm going to leave it open until Sunday night, and announce two winners sometime on Monday.  Until then, happy knitting.

***Update***: The patterns go to Kate and Steph!  Enjoy ladies and thanks to everyone who entered.

Yarn Along

 
Not too much knitting or reading happening here; it seems to come and go in waves....

But, on the needles, which are waiting whenever I get the chance: a new secret project, in mouthwatering Dream in Color Classy, colourway Ruby River.

And reading, browsing, wishing I had more time:  Embroidery Companion, by Posie Gets Cosy.  We were at the library as a family this weekend, which means that I actually had a chance to look at the new arrivals, and I snagged this one.  Chock full of lovliness and inspiration.

Please stop back tomorrow, as I am having a giveaway of my Aubrey vest pattern!

You can see what others are knitting and reading here.

Treasure

 
 
 
Some of the little things that feel like treasure these days....

the garden thinking and planning .....yummy mother and son made scones......some hand-sewn doll love (more about this later)

And some insiring ideas from around the web:

• tiny doll shoes
• teaching little ones about Lent
• something "healthy" for Easter baskets
• felted wool Easter bunnies
• thrifty kitchen quiche tutorial
• color, color, and more color!

This Moment

 
Joining soulemama with a very treasured moment from our week....

A New Pattern - Aubrey

 
 
 
 
It is here!  My first published pattern, available for purchase now through Ravelry, or my Etsy shop.  I'm very pleased with how it turned out, and my little model was extremely cooperative.  She can work it:)

The Aubrey baby vest features a simple lace feather and fan pattern over the body of the vest, with the bodice worked in stockinette.  It is knit in two pieces, front and back, from the bottom up and seamed at the shoulders and sides.  Minimal finishing is involved, with stitches picked up around the neck.  There is one button and buttonhole at the back neck for closure.  The fingering weight yarn used makes it perfect for spring or fall, or an extra layer of warmth in winter.

I am currently working on a toddler/child version of this in worsted weight yarn, and am excited to see those results.  If you decide to give this one a go, I'd love any feedback.

Happy Knitting!

Yarn Along

 
On my needles...

A little sneak peak at my new design, coming soon, for babies and children.  I'm excited!

And sad to report, there has been next to no reading here lately (unless you count Martha Stewart Living).  I'm just too tired and fuzzy at night to read, so I'm sticking with handwork to keep me awake until bed at 9:00:)

Can't wait to see what everyone else is knitting and reading in the Yarn Along...