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Thank you so much for your likes, comments and mes

Thank you so much for your likes, comments and messages after my previous post!

Days are flying by and there's not a lot that I manage to do. Those little feet require a lot of my time and attention. And I'm more than happy to give him all the attention he needs (and more 💙)!

I'm knitting the Travel Mode Baby Blanket by Susanne Sommer and my plan was to be finished by the time those little feet came into our lives. Well, that plan didn't work out 😂! So, im adding a few rows here and there when we're both taking some time to rest....

Pattern is Travel Mode Baby Blanket by @sosuknits / Yarn is Heavy Merino by @knittingforolive, bought at @wolverhalen

Just over two weeks ago, our son was born! 💙 Af

Just over two weeks ago, our son was born! 💙 After a rough start for me, we're both doing fine now.

Everything is different and new. We are taking our time and so slowly we are getting to know each other better and better.

These little hands are already gripping my finger tightly! He is such a lovely little guy! 🥰

One more baby belly photo! We're approaching the d

One more baby belly photo! We're approaching the due date 😊!

Baby and I are still doing great, although baby is maybe doing more great that I am 😂! The energy levels are definitely dropping and that belly is in the way a lot of the time... (imagine putting on shoes...🙄)

The bump and I made a rhubarb cake today 😊! I'

The bump and I made a rhubarb cake today 😊!

I'm a bit quiet here on Instagram. Baby and I are doing well, we're just busy 😉. A lot is happening in the background and that means less time for creative things.

Thank you for the large number of likes and comments on my previous post. It's very much appreciated ❤️!

(Cake recipe by @dr.oetker_deutschland, search for 'Rhabarberkuchen mit Quark' on their website. Recipe in German.)

In case you’re wondering why the slipover in the

In case you’re wondering why the slipover in the previous post might be a bit tight… the reason is the little human that is currently growing in my belly! I’m pregnant and this summer the two of us will become three!

It was quite a journey to get to this point and we are very grateful that it is finally happening!

And the #stockholmslipover is finished! It turned

And the #stockholmslipover is finished! It turned out lovely, I like it! The pattern calls for an Italian bind-off for all ribbing and I was in doubt about that… Mainly because it is a slow process (and patience is not one of my strengths). But it does look very neat so I went for it!

Let’s admire the tip of the v-neck and its ribbing too for a moment… such a pretty detail 🥰. And this is even before blocking! (Swipe for the detail)

The stern is very clear and easy to follow. Mette @petiteknit also has a few very helpful video tutorials on her website. I made two minor adjustments to the pattern: I increased the length of the body slightly and I chose to do a split hem. Just in case my bind-off would turn out a little tight 😉.

Now, what to knit next?

Pattern is Stockholm Slipover V-neck by @petiteknit / Yarns are @knittingforolive Merino (in Navy Blue) and Soft Silk Mohair (in Dark Blue) bought at @wolverhalen

Knitting a garment from the top down usually means

Knitting a garment from the top down usually means that there are three main stages in the process. You start at the neck and shoulder part of the garment and this is the part where you have to pay a bit more attention because there's a lot going on: increases, decreases, short rows. Everything to achieve the right shape and a nice fit.

That stage is followed by mindless knitting-in-the-round until you've reached the hem at the bottom of the garment.

And finally, there are the sleeves. Though not in this case since it's a slipover (phew!).

Each of these stages has its own 'charm' or 'attractiveness'. I like the first stage because it requires me to pay attention to what I'm doing. For me, that's good for when I need to distract my mind from something. The mindless knitting-in-the-round is perfect in front of the TV or when levels of concentration are a bit lower. And the sleeves? Well, I usually dread that part and in the end, they're finished faster than I thought.

Anyway, I made good progress on my #stockholmslipover and I've reached the mindless knitting stage! And the big advantage of knitting from the top down is that you can try it on and see if the fit is okay! 😉

What's your favourite stage when it comes to garment knitting (or crochet)?

Pattern is Stockholm Slipover V-neck by @petiteknit / Yarns are @knittingforolive Merino (in Navy Blue) and Soft Silk Mohair (in Dark Blue) bought at @wolverhalen

I had a productive Sunday for a change! I made a l

I had a productive Sunday for a change! I made a large batch of bolognese for the freezer (I usually keep a few portions there to have a homemade meal is no-time). I baked scones because the husband bought clotted cream when he went to the supermarket. And I made a #keyfob using Steffi’s latest sewing pattern called #whatthefob.

My intention was to create a maritime ‘look’, but it turned out looking like a Dutch fire brigade vehicle 😂! Too much red. It’s attached to the car keys now anyway and I’ve planned the next one. They’re quick and fun to make!

Pattern is What the Fob by @quiltwerke / Fabrics are from my scrap bin 😉 / Label by @kylieandthemachine

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