Several years ago, when I was pregnant with Layla the sewing bug bit me. Hard. I got out my sewing machine and, well, I haven’t stopped since. Its been a daily part of my life. Those pregnancy hormones really induce a serious crafty nesting mentality in me. This pregnancy gave me pause on that front...
I recently partnered up with Free Spirit, which I’m just ecstatic about because they are such a stellar company and are home to some of the biggest names in designer fabric. I’m looking forward to showing you some of their stuff! They recently sent me several cuts of Loominous, Anna Maria’s newest collection of yarn...
Last Thursday, I was finishing up trimming the bazillion half square triangles for my Field Day Churn Dash quilt, really focusing on completing the task at hand. But as it often does, Instagram stole my attention. Purl Soho posted a brand new project on their blog, the City Gym Shorts for young girls and women,...
We’re finishing off this week with a bang. Remember when I showed you that stunning large scale Liberty floral? Well it became a Mother’s Day gift for my mom. This pattern came from Purl Soho, and it was delightfully simple to put together. Of course, since I started working on it shortly before giving birth...
My dad’s birthday was last week. He is such a wonderful man, and our family is blessed to have him. And he has three daughters and no sons, so I think he’s an extra kind of special. The thing about my dad and holidays is that he never asks for anything. Or when he finally gives...
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.
Oh, pregnancy induced crafting. That’s how I took up quilting and promised to knit my husband a sweater.
Welcome to the rabbit hole of knitting. Have you found Ravelry yet?
People keep telling me about Ravelry. I’m a little intimidated but I just need to get over there and join in on all the fun I’m told I’m missing! And crafty things are one of the awesome hormonal side effects. Lol.
Even if you don’t dive into the forums, the database of patterns and yarns is completely amazing! Though the forums are nice to read during pregnancy and newborn insomnia. There is a group for all kinds of interests!
Oh man. I managed to stay away from all the yarn so far but I might have to dig through what I have and see if I can make a hat (or three) ! Because unlike you, we DO have a winter in Québec and the little one coming in January might actually need one :)
They are both gorgeous and I especially love the colors on the one you made for you! So bright and happy :)
Thank you! I do wish we had legitimate seasons here. I hope we will get to wear these at least a few times. Congratulations on your new addition!
fantastic! knitting hats is one of my favorite crafts. i used that same yarn and pattern from purl soho last year for hats for almost all my family members. they are so cozy!
(i am a tight knitter, too. remember to swatch for gauge – it’s not fun, but it will save time in the end.)
I never thought of going outside the pattern and testing! I remember all your gorgeous hats. They were so colorful!
Hi Meredith! Isn’t it fun? Now you need room for a yarn stash ; )
Your hats look great. Looks like you’re a natural knitter. Your children will all benefit.
The chunky blanket I made yesterday and posted on IG only took two hours
Two hours?! Wow! I am so excited about this new craft.