I’m not entirely sure what made me think I should, or even that I was ready, to knit a sweater for Layla. However, when I saw the Bobble Yoke Sweater several months back, I had the urge to make it. Like anything else I don’t know how to do, if the desire is there, I’m...
I think its the year of the baby. Every person I know is having a baby or just had one. And when new life comes into the world, that means its time to make something special. For a little girl who was born last month, I made this Patchwork Sleep Sack from Anna Maria’s book Handmade...
The Oliver + S bug has bitten me again. This time pretty good! I recently purchased a few more O+S patterns when they went on sale last month. I added to my collection both the Ice Cream dress and the Fairytale dress. They are completely adorable! Well yesterday I was in one of those I-just-want-to-do-a-machine-project...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.
Meredith! That is so awesome. I remember your first hats. You are a lovely knitter.
7 months ago I opened a yarn store. Lots of my customers are your age which I think is wonderful! Another top down sweater that is an easy knit is “flax” by Tin Can Knits. You can google that. It comes in all sizes and is free. I’m knitting a baby one now for a friend : )
Enjoy your knitting.