So. We made it through 2020.  I wish health and happiness for everyone in the new year.

It’s a new year and I’m developing some new projects.  Updates to my Big Sister Pamela and Baby Bishop pattern are in the works.  I’m adding a long sleeve option that will be available as an add on for my previous customers.  I will also include it in the updated versions of the patterns.

I’m also drafting some footed pants that look wonderful with the Baby Bishop Diaper Shirt.  These will be a warmer alternative to the Diaper Cover during the winter months.  You can French seam the whole thing, even the foot pieces.  Or you can line them.  This addresses the issue of loose threads anywhere near tiny baby toes.  I remember when my girls were babies, people were cutting off the feet because of the danger of loose threads.  I’m tending toward the lining but it’s a personal decision.  I also placed the elastic casing on the outside.  Not only does it provide a contrasting design detail, it reduces irritation on delicate baby skin.

 

A Ruffled version of the Diaper Cover will also be coming in sizes Newborn to 18 or 24 Months.

 

I’m also working on a smocked knit cap for Preemies and Newborns.  It will have a turned up cuff that has a smocked panel on the front.  I have some Sea Isle Baby Knits that I’m dying to try with this one.  The prints will also be uploaded to my Etsy shop for purchase.

We just welcomed a new granddaughter to the family in November and a grandson is coming at the end of March.  Lots of baby sewing going on here and I’ll be busy.

Happy New Year Stitching!