I used to knit for my kids, when they were small. However, I have almost no photos from those days, except the poor quality ones where my kids are wearing them.
A new baby-knitting era started with the grand kids. I have knitted and crocheted some nice and practical things for them, and as they will grow bigger, I will do it more. I have bought some books (see the page of “My knitting books”) to get new ideas and inspiration, and I hope that they will enjoy wearing my knittings as well as I am enjoying knitting them.
First socks for newborn babies. Knitted from 100% sock wool. Latvians consider that woolen socks not only keep the babies feet warm, but also improve blood circulation. And connect grandmothers to their grand kids :). 2019.
As the babies feet are growing fast, latest after one year they require a new pair of socks. 2020.
The beautiful Mandala yarn is created for crocheting baby blankets. Probably it is not the most practical thing that new-born babies really need, but it is a nice way to express grandmother’s love. 2020.
If there are two grandsons at the same age, they both deserve a pullover. These pullies are knitted from 100% acrylic wool. The yarn was chosen only beacuse of its joyful and bright colors. 2020.
A set of baby-boy winter accessories – knitted from three colors of merino wool. 2020.
Another set for a baby-boy. Cap and bib ( scarf!) knitted from merino wool, the mittens – “country” sheep wool. 2020.
A pair of tiny, rosy socks for a new-born girl. 2021.
Socks for a baby-girl. Pure merino wool. 2021.
A pair of socks for a “fashionable” kid, wearing different socks on each foot. 2021.
A pair of socks for a fast growing foot of a little boy. 2021. Socks are knitted from remains of the self-pattern yarn, which was remained after knitting a pair of adult socks.
Double mittens for the grandson. Ornament – little grass snake, symbolizing wisdom (in Latvian ethnography). Besides – elf hat, knitted for Christmas 2021 for the same grandson, decorated with the same grass snake symbols.
Elf hat for grandson – Christmas 2021. Ethnographic symbol – Morning Star. Cotton, very soft!
Elf hat for granddaughter – Christmas 2021. Ethnographic symbol – Mara cross. Cotton – very soft!
Elf hat for granddaughter – 2024
Double mittens for the grandson. Pure “country sheep” wool, very good for playing in snow, making snowmen.
2022
This dress is knitted for the first birthday of a baby girl. The braces can be adjusted with buttons on the back side in different lengths, so that the dress can be used for longer period of time. Dress is knitted from merino wool, hand dyed in NY.
Merino wool cardigan for the 3-year old granddaughter. 2024.
The pattern is simple, but brings a nice texture.
The pullover is knitted from merino wool, and it is a Christmas present to a 3-year old boy. Hopefully he can wear for a couple of years.
December 2022
A summer sweater for a 3-year old granddaughter. 2024.
A sweater for a 5-year old grandson.2024
A set of hat and mittens, knitted on request of a 5-year old boy. Double-knitted mittens and hat. Outside – sock wool, inside – green merino wool. 2025.
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