While taking photos for a blog post certainly takes up a lot of time, it is the actual editing and choosing of the photos that is overwhelming sometimes. That task was nearly impossible for me this time. So, I’m sorry, but this is going to be a blog post in pictures. I can’t narrow it down any further than I have.
So, here we have it, my most recent finished project. It was seamed on Sunday.
Robin Hood Jacket
- Pattern: Robin Hood Jacket, by Zoë Mellor
- Source: Adorable Knits For Tots
- Materials: Rowan Cork (Discontinued), Colour 038 Bug, 9 skeins
- Needles: Knit Picks Interchangeable Circs, 6.5mm and 8mm
- Modification: I did the 3-4 year size, extended the length of body and sleeves, and it fits my 6 year old daughter with room to spare. Go figure.
This project has been in my queue, since long before there was a Ravelry. I knew that I wanted to use the yarn called for in the pattern, Rowan Cork. Unfortunately, it was discontinued. Despite being a bulky yarn, it is lofty and relatively light. I thought it would be perfect for a child’s sweater. It also has subtle colour variation that is appealing to me. So, I waited, and I waited, until I finally found some on EBay, in my daughter’s favourite colour, green. She is also very fond of the colour name, BUG.
I love the cables, but I think the hood is my favourite part. I knit it (the hood) the same length as specified in the pattern. I took some pictures of the hood, while my daughter played in her little playhouse. You can pick; click to embiggen.
Does anyone know how hard it is to take photos of an active six year old? “Please, sweety, hold still?” Anyway, we had fun…..walking in the woods….
…up a tree….
… at the playground…
…and on a nature hunt.
We had fun!! She’s such a good sport, our sweet, lovely girl.
October 7, 2008 at 9:27 pm
Oh that is absolutely gorgeous. I have always wanted to knit that jacket too, although I would have to use another yarn I think. The green looks wonderful, and from another green lover of yarn I would say it is perfect. Love all the action shots too. Off to pop it into my faves now.
October 7, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Ohhh its fantastic! I too have this on my list to make and like you wanted to use the cork as well. The green is fantastic and suits your little “bug” so well. Great job!
October 8, 2008 at 9:07 am
Beautiful, what an awesome sweater, I have to get that book!
October 8, 2008 at 3:22 pm
I just finished this sweater as well! I made baby-sized though, as a gift. I think it may be my favorite project thus far. (I’m still new to knitting.) I don’t know if I have any pictures of mine posted to my website, but it is in my Ravelery notebook (charity1313). I made mine in a gray, but I LOVE the green you used! It makes me want one in MY size!
October 8, 2008 at 5:06 pm
What a great sweater! (and nice photos and beautiful model too!)
October 10, 2008 at 3:27 pm
Great sweater and photos!
I love the smile image at the end! Tell our lil’ lady I say hello and I think she is a great model
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October 12, 2008 at 9:57 am
So adorable! You little one is a cutie. I love the sweater, and I have the book. Now, I need some yarn. Thanks for the inspiration! Great photos.
October 16, 2008 at 2:41 pm
I love how your little elf sweater turned out! And your daughter is so sweet! The sweater is in my lineup too- maybe in red. I’ll make it for Nina when she’s older. I also like the tassle. May I borrow the idea for the hood of Nina’s Christmas sweater?
October 25, 2008 at 8:33 am
Every picture is awesome. The jacket is beautiful! I really love the color and the pattern. The hood does add a nice touch to the whole thing.
January 30, 2009 at 5:34 pm
Not only is this sweater gorgeous, your pictures are great too! What kind of camera do you have?