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off the grid

January 22, 2016

My January has pretty much been the complete opposite of what I had envisioned. I mean, hello! We’re 22 days in and this is my first post? NOT remotely close to what I had intended. You see, I think October – December were so insane, and I overworked myself so much that I’ve been experiencing...

Tags: Gentle Giant, Honey Cowl, knitting, Line Weight, merino wool, Miss Babs, Purl Soho, Super Soft Merino

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Pregnancy Induced Adventures

October 16, 2015

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...

Tags: baby, hat, knitting, learn to knit, project, Purl Bee, Purl Soho

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JessicaOctober 16, 2015 - 10:51 pm
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?ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:14 am
  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. ReplyCancel
  - JessicaOctober 19, 2015 - 12:57 am
    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!ReplyCancel
MarikaOctober 17, 2015 - 5:58 am
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 :)ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:12 am
  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! ReplyCancel
erinOctober 17, 2015 - 7:26 am
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.)ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:11 am
  I never thought of going outside the pattern and testing! I remember all your gorgeous hats. They were so colorful! ReplyCancel
CarlaOctober 17, 2015 - 11:58 am
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 hoursReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:10 am
  Two hours?! Wow! I am so excited about this new craft. ReplyCancel

Purl Bee City Gym Shorts in Liberty

July 31, 2014

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,...

Tags: Chambray, chambray dot, Chambray Union, City Gym Shorts, clothing, cotton, elastic, fashion, Garment Sewing, Liberty of London, Pattern, Purl Bee, Purl Soho, Robert Kaufman, sewing, shorts, tana lawn

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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.

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