Heidi & Finn - Ballet Sweater

Sunday, January 27, 2013

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I've always loved the style of Heidi and Finn's patterns and have always checked out their Flickr group for inspiration.  Lots of people use their patterns during KCWC for good reason - they're generally pretty simple, and very cool style-wise.

I follow their blog and got a chance to test a new pattern - a very cute ballet-inspired sweater:

The directions were perfectly clear - lots of pictures which is good because I'm not really big on reading directions....until, of course, I screw up....

This was made from a sweater of mine that I never wore.  I made it in a size 3T and it literally fits perfectly.  Sleeve length, everything.  I finished it in probably an hour and a half or so, with the usual constant interruptions from the kid......she wore it all day yesterday which is a huge success.  Since I finished it toward the end of the day, I believe there may be some food residue on it for this morning's photos, so please excuse them!


I will definitely make this again, but next time, will either use a knit band for the waist tie, or a strip of chiffon.  The ribbon was too slippery, and kept slipping down so she ended up with a ribbon around her toddler belly.....
Thanks to Heidi and Finn for letting me test their pattern - I'm sure it will be a hit!

6 comments:

  1. adorable! I'll have to try this pattern.

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    1. Thanks!! It's very easy to sew...and the kid likes it!

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  2. Just bought one of these from the dance studio for my 8yo, and now the 5yo wants one.
    I've seen so many of your O+S pics on Flickr. Didn't realize you blogged and had no idea Julia was adopted. Certainly seems meant to be ;)

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    1. Yes, we believe she was meant for us too! And I highly recommend this pattern, so dont buy one for your younger daughter...make one!

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  3. Oh, this is so sweet, she looks adorable!!! i really like the sweater fabric source, what a lovely way to make use of your old clothes.

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  4. It looks soooo sweet with this fabric, I love it!!

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