Category Archives: clothes for children

Blogs and the beanie I just don’t like

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Ruth

Blogs are a funny thing. You write whatever occurs to you, and other people read it if it takes their fancy. It seems impermanent and fleeting – but it’s really not. I’m conscious that what I write will be online … Continue reading →

Posted in blogging, clothes for children, knitting, yarn | 25 Comments

A Hudson hat for Elena

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Ruth

When Elena saw I’d finished a hat for Hugo, she wanted in on the action. Luckily, I started this Hudson hat way back in November. I had all the knitting done, all that was left was to make the tassel … Continue reading →

Posted in Bendigo Woollen Mills, chickens, clothes for children, hand dyeing, knitting, stash, yarn | 2 Comments

Panda pajamas get drafted into action

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Ruth

After all my moaning about our hot weather (Canberra has had some crazily hot and dry weather statistics this summer), I’m curled up on the couch with a blanket. We’re expecting an overnight low of 9°C (48°F). Madness. Anyway, it … Continue reading →

Posted in clothes for children, Made by Rae, sewing | 7 Comments

KCW makes so far

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Ruth

This has been a bit of a funny KCW. Things have been rather busy, and stinking hot. I’ve been sewing in the evenings – I’ve managed my one hour a day, but not much more! It feels like it’s all … Continue reading →

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A Christmas outfit or two

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Ruth

I’ve gotten into the habit of sewing an outfit for Elena each Christmas. I sewed her a little Christmas ruffle bum onsie the first year. Last year I sewed her a pair of Grinch shorts. This year I managed a … Continue reading →

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oliver + s birthday party dress

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Ruth

This is a sweet dress I made a while ago for one of Elena’s friends. It has been received, so now I can write about it! Dear little Ra-ra lives on the other side of the world but she’s very … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Clothes Week: Day 7…one more top and a wrap up

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Ruth

I burnt the midnight oil last night to finish sewing my final piece of clothes for KCW – another Geranium top for Elena (elephants!). I had planned to make the pleated skirt option but, by the time I had printed … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Clothes Week: Day 6

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Ruth

Kid’s Clothes Week day six saw a new pair of shorts for Hugo. I used the KID shorts pattern again, this time with the normal boy length and the flat front variation. They are the 12 month size and are … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Clothes Week: Day 5

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Ruth

I have something to share with you today! This outfit is my favourite KCW project so far – a pair of leggings and a top. I’m pretty proud of these leggings – which I admit is a little ridiculous – … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Clothes Week: Day 3….and a very worn out and worried Mamma

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Ruth

I try to stay upbeat here on the blog, but I must say I’ve been finding this parenting gig really tough this week. It’s so dispiriting to feel like you can’t fix things for an unsettled baby and make everything … Continue reading →