Misselthwaite

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The little knitted pinafore pattern finally has a name!  Introducing Misselthwaite.  Named for the manor in Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic novel, “The Secret Garden”, and heading out to test knitters soon!bodice

Pattern: Misselthwaite, the second variationThe original features seed stitch edging and a more streamlined skirt.  This version has moss stitch boarders and skirt that is twice as full, causing it to naturally fall into soft pleats.

Yarn: Reynolds Soft Linen, color 0404

I really like this yarn.  The colors are all lovely, soft, earth tones.  It has great drape and a nice sheen.  But I don’t think it was the best choice for this project.  I wanted something sleeker then the wool that I used on the the first pinafore.  I wanted to do a more dressy version.  And from the perspective, it’s great.  Going into it I knew it was a lighter weight worsted, and I was fine with the fabric having a more open weave to it, but I didn’t take into account how much it would stretch.  I suspect this is both because of the type of yarn and the loose knit.  Anyhow, the weight of the skirt stretches out the bodice.  I suppose it’s not a big deal, but it’s not what I had in mind.

Size: Preschooler- I’m going to try it on some friends around here, but I’m thinking it would fit the average child from say age 3-5 or so.  It fits 4 year old Galen quite well.

Additional details can be found on the Ravelry link.

detail

I couldn’t resist adding on this little doily (can it be considered a doily if it’s not lace all the way through?).  It was at the top of a stack of linens that I purchased at a rummage sale, and surely one of the sweetest bits of the set.  I love the little yellow dots with the yarn.  I’ve been told it looks like a little apron.  Leave it to me…an apron on what is essentially an apron!

I also love the way that the loop-y edging around the buttons echos the lace.

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Even though this is a size up for Màiri Rose, I thought I could get away with her wearing it for photos and having it look a little bit big.  But, because of the stretch factor, it really looked ridiculous on her.  I had tried it on Galen to see if the sizing was what I thought it would be and he offered to model for me!

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Right before he informed me that I don’t make him enough dresses…

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22 thoughts on “Misselthwaite

  1. Kelly Seibert

    I don’t post often but I do check in. Your posts are ALL so great! You have such a sweet and beautiful looking family! Your crafts are awesome. Sorry to see the mice got to some of your wonderful knitted items. (they always come in and find my candy “stash”…going to have to quit hiding it!)

  2. cecilia

    oh my!! i am so excited!!! i have a couple things first, but i am getting to this pronto. i love that he modeled for you- it looks like mairi thinks its fun too. this knit is beautiful i think and looks even better on :)

  3. LineMarie

    Didn’t expect to see Galen modeling it for you ! Made me laugh this morning :)
    Very beautiful knit. I love the look of it with linen.
    I will have to make one for my niece very soon!!
    Thanks for sharing once again :)

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