Latest Forum Posts by: mowi 19

Thanks for the tip, Ruth. Great!

Wow, Andrea, these are truly impressive works of art! I’ve never seen anything like this before! There’s a lot of imagination and attention to detail here.

You always find special occasions to share with us, too. By the way, you look great in the photos.

Oh Petra, that sounds veeeery familiar. I always stand there too, unable to decide. But as experience has shown, I end up doing just one project anyway.

That’s why I now take two projects with me, along with the yarn for them.

If you have enough space, just take everything with you and decide while you’re on vacation. ;-)

Your tips are all great. I can relate to them, too.

If the ball is big enough, I fold the label so tightly and small that I can tuck it inside the ball. So far, that’s always worked. Or I put it in a bag and add a piece of paper or the label. That’s the best solution for me, and it keeps the yarn nice and tidy.

Another option would be to take a strand from the ball of yarn, thread a needle through the label, and then tie a knot. That way, the two are securely fastened together.

For large numbers of balls, the best solution for me is to put them in different compartments with a note inside each one. I’ve had good results with this so far.

I wish you all a wonderful long weekend, too. Here in Bavaria, Monday is a holiday. And yes, I’m also looking forward to the time change.

I’m not sure exactly what I’ll be doing yet. In any case, I’ll be knitting and coming up with new ideas.

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Thank you, Ina, for sharing these insights into the music you enjoy with us. I also really like that kind of music with softer tones. And when the lyrics are meaningful too, it’s wonderful.

I often listen to instrumental music while knitting—for example, CDs with pan flute music or Andre Rieu. Among the newer artists, I really like Oonagh. I’ve always enjoyed listening to Reinhard Mey, and of course I still do.

Thank you, Andrea, for this lovely glimpse into fantastic Norway. It must be a dream there, though probably more as a vacation destination. It would be far too dark for me in winter.

I wish you lots of joy in your old home again and hope you can truly enjoy it.

I love knitting with a mix of patterns. And that’s why I have various models in my shop, too. Here are my favorite models for you.


This colorful mixed-pattern knitted cardigan with hat fits dolls measuring 43–50 cm, but also small newborns. The cardigan is knitted very simply with raglan from the top down. It’s also a great way to use up different leftover yarn.

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These socks are also knitted in a mix of patterns and are very easy to make with the mowi heel and 3 needles. A whole new way to knit socks. You’ll really enjoy it. The pattern also includes information for different sizes.

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This baby pinafore dress is also knitted in a mix of patterns and even includes a heart pattern. It fits a baby of about 6 months and grows with them up to age 3. It’s a joy to knit and, of course, even more fun to give as a gift or put on.

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Steffi, I really like your sweater. For me, it would definitely have to have long sleeves. I’m curious to see how you’ll proceed. To keep things from getting too boring, you could simply work in purl stitches at regular intervals. This creates a very special effect that looks great on a sweater. Take a look at my baby onesie up above. I actually did the same thing on the bottom part.

As for felting, I do think that threads that are felted together will fuse. You probably won’t be able to separate them later. Normally, that kind of information should be included in the pattern.

A potted poinsettia is one of the most beautiful plants during the pre-Christmas season. But it shines even brighter when it’s displayed in this pretty pot cover. When you give it as a gift, you’re also sharing a little of your own energy and love.

The pot cover is very easy to crochet, and the little stars can be used as appliqués or tree ornaments.

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Cookies—the tastiest treat in the run-up to Christmas

I can’t get the hang of twisted purl stitches either—or rather, I just don’t like them.

Twisted knit stitches are really easy. When knitting normally, you insert the needle into the front loop; when knitting a twisted stitch, you insert it into the back loop—and pull the stitch through.

Working with Magic Yarn

And here are a few more little projects that are useful and can be made with leftovers.


The gnome family, which even beginners can easily make. Perfect for an Advent calendar.
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The little bag for 10 tissues. You can also hide small gifts inside.
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Matching wrist warmers—great for using up small merino yarn scraps—knitting pattern





The collar scarf made from leftover sock yarn—practical and quick to knit.
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The winter set for babies, made from leftover sock yarn—knitting pattern




Baby shoes with hearts—crochet pattern

There are also toys for toddlers that you can easily crochet from leftover yarn. My grandchildren were very happy with them, and they’re still in use today.


Shopping bag for the play shop, filled with lemons and carrots—crochet pattern




Food for the play kitchen: toast, butter, pasta, fried egg, and vegetables—crochet pattern




A door guard for the kids’ room—also very practical for a home office, bathroom, or toilet. It clearly indicates whether visitors are welcome—or not.

Simple crochet pattern using leftover yarn




Or an owl as a door guard—for everyone who loves owls.
Simple crochet pattern using leftover yarn

And here you’ll find a selection of doll clothes that you can give as gifts with great joy or enjoy yourself. For me, this is always the most beautiful thing I can knit from leftovers.


Dungarees for dolls 43–50 cm – knitting pattern




A matching raglan sweater for dolls and teddy bears – the pattern includes several sizes.
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A diaper for baby dolls 43–50 cm – crochet pattern




Raglan sweater for bears and dolls 45–50 cm – knitting pattern





Jumpsuit (RVO) for dolls and teddy bears 40–50 cm – knitting pattern




Jumpsuit for teddy bears 25–30 cm – knitting pattern




Cute outfit for baby dolls 43–50 cm – knitting pattern




Colorful cardigan and hat for dolls 43–50 cm – knitting pattern




Matching leggings – knitting pattern




Mini sleeping bag (2 models) for dolls and teddy bears up to 20 cm – knitting pattern





Raglan Schlüttli for baby dolls 43–50 cm – knitting pattern




Raglan sweater for baby dolls 43–50 cm – knitting pattern




Matching pants in the same size – knitting pattern




Baby’s first cuddly bear – made from leftover yarn, also suitable for beginners – knitting pattern



Matching clothing for this cuddly bear – raglan sweater with swaddle sack – knitting pattern





Summer clothes for small teddy bears 25–30 cm – knitting pattern




Raglan sweater for small teddy bears 25–30 cm – knitting pattern

Leftover yarn is perfect for making cute doll clothes. Knitting them brings you great joy, and the doll’s mom will be thrilled to receive them as a gift—not just at Christmas.

Here, I’ll show you some patterns where I’ve knitted doll clothes using leftovers from children’s clothing. And the best part is, you can also knit these children’s clothes using colorful leftovers—at least in part.


Colorful Raglan Dress for Dolls 43–50 cm – Knitting Pattern




The matching raglan dress for 2–3-year-old toddlers with colorful stripes—a wonderful way to use up leftover yarn.

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The colorful skirt for 3–4-year-olds—a great project for using up scraps that offers plenty of room for creativity with colors.

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To go with it, matching doll clothes made from leftover yarn—knitting pattern

Here’s a tip again:
If you click on the images, they’ll enlarge. And by right-clicking and selecting “Open in a new tab/window,” you can view them in full size.

Let’s be honest—you’re all such turbo posters! I didn’t check in here for a few hours, and already there’s so much to look at and read again. It’s really impressive what’s going on here right now. :)

Ines, you’ve got an author in the family, too. Who knows—maybe your daughter will feel like it again; especially as a mom, it’s nice to tell your own stories.
Your snowballs are absolutely adorable. You just want to cuddle them right away—such a sweet idea, especially with Christmas coming up. And your star garland looks really pretty, too. So, from me, you’re now officially awarded the title “Turbo-Ines.” You finish new projects so fast—I can’t keep up with you anymore. Right now, I’m taking my time with everything, because it’s supposed to be fun and not turn into a competition.

Steffi, your sweater already looks really good with that pretty pattern. You’ve come a long way with it. It reminds me of the Norwegian sweaters I used to knit. Knitting short rows isn’t hard at all. You’ll see once you’ve tried it. You have a cute dog. :)

Anja, meditative knitting is nice. Unraveling, however, isn’t. Stay calm and just start over. It’ll be fine. Knitting without a pattern is nice for me every now and then, but somehow also boring. I can hardly tell that I’m making progress. I like knitting patterns best, but it’s not something you can do while watching movies.

Petra, your hat looks great. I’d leave it without a pom-pom, but that’s a matter of taste.

I’ve got something new to show you, too. The baby onesie just needs about 10 cm more at the bottom.



And I’ve now finished the dishcloth my daughter-in-law wanted, complete with a hanging loop. She’s going to try it out first to see if she likes it. Then she’ll get some more.

My grandchildren always wear these warm leggings made from sock yarn under their snowsuits. This way, they’re perfectly equipped for any sled ride. These leggings fit 3–4-year-olds and grow with them.

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For babies, there are these matching leggings, also made from sock yarn. They can accommodate even the thickest diaper and keep the baby cozy and warm in the sled or stroller.

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A warm hat that also keeps the neck warm is, of course, a must for any sled ride. This pull-over hat with a collar scarf for toddlers fastens conveniently with buttons in the front.

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My overall Top 3 in the shop are these:


Top 1: The socks with the ingeniously simple mowi heel. You’ll be thrilled and finally able to knit socks. It’s explained using 3 needles, but can also be adapted for a standard set of double-pointed needles.

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Top 2: The colorful children’s skirt for 3–4-year-olds (see above)


Top 3: The convertible pinafore dress for children ages 1.5 and up (see above)

My current Top 3 in the shop are these:


Top 1: Grow-with-me leggings for toddlers aged 1.5 to 3 years. They’ll keep them nice and warm during the cold season, especially when playing outside.

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Top 2: Colorful skirt for 3- to 4-year-olds. Knitting this skirt is a lot of fun, and you can really let your creativity shine with your own color combinations.

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Top 3: The convertible pinafore dress that fits for a longer time from age 1.5. It’s knitted in one piece and has a pretty little heart pattern made from knit and purl stitches.

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Wow, Ina put that so well. I completely agree.

I’d like to add: It’s also a matter of how much time each person has to read or participate in the forum. With so many topics, it takes patience just to read all the titles. And the promotional threads shouldn’t get lost among all the other topics, either.

My opinion is that it’s not about the quantity, but the quality of a thread. For me, the handcrafts group has become the most important thread by now. I only check out everything else when I really have time.

That all sounds great. A photo of what’s been taken out is a great idea—it’ll satisfy the viewers’ curiosity. I’m really looking forward to it and will start setting aside the yarn I want to include in the package.

Honestly, you guys are amazing!! I didn’t check in here for just one day, and I’m blown away by what I see. Unfortunately, I don’t have the time right now to go into detail about everything. So my post will be a bit shorter than usual.

Sonja, that’s great that Nily wants to become an author. Interesting—I wanted to do that as a kid, too. I also started writing poems and stories at an early age. My son did too, by the way—and he’s written two books as well, though they’re non-fiction.
Your dino loop looks really cute again. Dinosaurs aren’t really my thing, but I’m sure lots of kids will love it—they’re crazy about them. Could it be that the mom is missing an eye? ;-)

Christina, the baby onesie is for a 60 cm baby, so about 3 months old. Everyone can adjust the length themselves so it’ll fit longer. Unfortunately, I barely have enough yarn, so it’ll fit my Paula perfectly. It’ll be something like a combination of a jacket and a sleeping bag—no legs, and really cozy at the bottom. I’ll be able to show it off in the next few days.

Sandra, thanks for the amazing vacation photos! It looks incredible!
Your unicorn scarves look absolutely fantastic, and so do the colors.

Andrea, welcome to the writers’ group. Writing really is a wonderful thing. It’s great that you enjoy it too. By the way, I was a secretary in my last job as well.

Anja, I’d also like to welcome you to the writers’ group. That’s true—it really is a lot of work. But it’s so much fun. Oh, another secretary here. Six hours of knitting—wow! That’s quite an achievement! Your fingers really need a break after that.

Marion, I’m also looking forward to your next project.

I’m going to pick up my knitting needles now. Tomorrow I have to go over the finer details of the book again. Then it’ll finally be finished.

Dear Anja,

belated happy birthday to you, and here’s to a new year of life just the way you want it. Of course, I also wish you good health and lots of wonderful ideas that you can share here.



Warm
regards, Monika

It turned out really pretty again, Inge. All that work was definitely worth it. That color would be right up my alley, too.

This sock pattern is extremely popular because it lets you knit socks the easy way—or tackle the tricky heel. With the mowi heel and 3 needles (the CraSyTrio), it’s super easy.

The pattern provides step-by-step instructions for 4 sizes.

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Dear Gabi,

I wish you all the best and everything wonderful for your birthday. May this new year of your life bring you lots of joy and make you happy.

It’s great to have you here and to see you contributing so much to the forum.

Of course, I’ve also brought you a bouquet of flowers.



Warm regards
Monika

Happy birthday and best wishes for the year ahead.



Warm regards
Monika

Thank you, dear Christina!
This book for a dear friend, which I’m currently helping her with, immediately inspired me to start another book. It’s just a shame that I have to sleep at night. There are so many wonderful things to do... :)

I’ve already reached the bottom part of the baby onesie, but I’ll have to rip it back again. I’m not quite happy with it like this. That’s how it goes sometimes. And on the side (in every spare minute), I’m now knitting something my daughter-in-law asked for as well. It’s a little dishcloth. When it’s done, I’ll show it to you.

For now, I wish everyone here a wonderful Sunday! Make yourselves comfortable with your needles and yarn.

Wow, Inge, these photos are really impressive. Thanks for sharing.

Dear Ina, that’s wonderful that you’ve written a children’s book for your children and grandchildren! Wow! I can imagine it’s absolutely enchanting.

As for publishing, it’s really easy these days. I’ve published four books myself, two of them with Bod. There, you get the ISBN as part of an “author package” for 19 euros, and then you only pay for the books you have printed. Even the e-books are included for free.

However, it does involve a lot of work. On the one hand, there’s the writing; on the other, getting the book ready for printing. That naturally includes the cover, too. Everything has to be designed yourself.

I’ve known the woman I’m doing this for for a very long time through our swap group. She just recently found out that I’ve published books myself. And that’s how we ended up talking about her book. Another advantage for me is that I have special software with all the templates for different sizes and even different publishers. I didn’t have that for my own books—I wrote them all in Word. Anyway, I’m really enjoying it. It’s set to come out on November 2, her birthday. Now “all that’s left” is the cover, then everything will be ready.

Ina, maybe you’d like to publish your own book, too. It’s such a special feeling to bring a “baby” like this into the world, especially with your first book.

Dear Ina, I’d also like to join in: I love surprises, and I’m sure this package will contain nothing but wonderful things. It would be great if we were allowed to do it this way.

Thanks, Josefa—I wish the same for you, and for everyone who stops by here.

I’ll be spending a lot of time on the computer this weekend, catching up on a few things. I’ll also be getting the garden ready for winter, and there are actually still some raspberries to pick. A walk in the woods is also on the agenda.

Oh my goodness! You’re all such fast writers!!! I can’t even keep up right now.
I’ve read through everything, but I haven’t had time to write such detailed responses. The reason is that I’m currently preparing a children’s book for a dear friend to go to press. It’s quite a lot of work, and we’ll still be working on it for the next few days. It’s scheduled to go to press in early November. The book is sooo cute. The woman is almost 80 years old and has written down animal stories she experienced herself. It’s beautiful, with hand-drawn illustrations. It’ll be titled: Grandma Tells Stories – Funny Animal Stories. You can probably tell I’m really excited about it. And of course, that means I barely have time to knit right now – unfortunately.

I’ve thoroughly admired your creations. I like Marion’s placemat best. Wow – I’d love to have one of those myself.

But I also love everything else you’ve shown here – Petra’s great socks, Steffi’s pretty sweater pattern, Anja and Ruth’s hair ties, and Andrea’s cute little figures. It’s all absolutely enchanting.

Anja, your yarn looks great. However, it wouldn’t work for me if it didn’t come with a label. I really need to know what kind of quality it is.

That yarn bundle sounds good; I might like that, too. However, the only thing I really need right now is felting yarn for the animal dens. Well, sock yarn is always good, too. Posting addresses publicly is a bit of a tricky thing, though; not everyone is comfortable doing that.

I’ll check back here tomorrow, and for now, I’ll just wish you all a lovely evening together.

Belated happy birthday, and I hope you have lots of joy in this new year of your life.
Here’s a floral greeting from me:



Best wishes
Monika

For this doll diaper, you only need a few small scraps of leftover yarn and you’ll get a fantastic result. The diaper is very easy to make, and the doll mum will be thrilled, because now she can change her doll baby too (size 43–50 cm).

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This cute little outfit can also be knitted from leftover yarn. It also fits baby dolls measuring 43–50 cm, and it’s fun to knit and give as a gift. Your child or grandchild will be very proud that you made it yourself.

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This skirt also uses lots of colorful leftover yarn. You can really get creative with colors, and the little princess will be thrilled. It could easily become her favorite piece. The skirt fits 3- to 4-year-olds.

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Wowww—so much has been written here! I’m amazed and have to read through it all first...

Sonja, that’s absolutely gorgeous, where you went on vacation as a family. I’m thrilled! And the fact that your mom can still hike so well at her advanced age—hats off to her! The photos really make me want to visit there someday. I love the mountains so much, too. You’ve had some unforgettable experiences there that will stay with everyone for a long time to come.

Your pot holder with your mom’s dog—I’m simply speechless. You’re truly an artist, because I could never pull something like that off. Your mom must have been absolutely thrilled. At least she’ll always have this keepsake of her dog, even when he’s no longer with her.
I’m also really looking forward to seeing your new loop scarf. It’s definitely going to be amazing!

That you met up with Sandra—well, that’s quite a surprise! Such a beautiful photo of the two of you. I’m thrilled. You can really see the joy on your faces. A real-life meeting in person is something completely different from just meeting virtually. It’s a shame we all live so far apart. Otherwise, we’d definitely be working on projects together more often—probably over coffee and delicious cake. Turbo-Moni… now that’s a funny name. I don’t really think I’m that fast myself. But my husband says so too.

Anja, I have to really rein myself in right now whenever I see yarn sales. Then I look at my stash and say very sternly to myself: No! I need to use up my stash first. Drops is having another alpaca sale month… let’s see if I can make it through the month without giving in…
You’ll definitely show us your prize here, won’t you? I’m already excited to see it, anyway.

Andrea, it’s nice that you pop in here every now and then and leave a few lines. There will be times when you have more free time, after all. When there’s time, there’ll be crocheting (or maybe knitting). I’m glad you now have those cozy slippers from Ina, too. I love mine as well.

Ruth, thanks for your feedback on the jacket and hat. The hat does actually have similar colors to the little dress. Except that the hat is worn more outdoors and the dress more indoors.
Your beautiful little crochet pieces—and now these delicate ones too—are simply gorgeous. I really admire you for that, because I just don’t have the patience for it. The angel turned out fantastic and will delight many crocheters.

Christina, you’re always so hard at work. Of course, I’m also curious about your secret. When you meet up with Sonja, I’m sure there’ll be a photo, right?

Steffi, I also love the silence in the mountains and in nature. It’s been quite a while since I’ve been in the mountains. But I’m drawn back there again. I’m already looking forward to seeing your new creation. I’d love to see you wearing that beautiful scarf sometime. :)

Ines, it’s nice that you keep checking in every now and then. That sounds like something really special—snowball gnomes. Knowing you, they’re going to be totally cute. I can’t wait to see them!

My favorite project right now is the winter outfit for the baby. My Paula, who always has to try things on, already looks absolutely adorable in it. Here’s a little sneak peek at how it looked yesterday—I haven’t taken a photo today yet:



Now I wish you all a wonderful evening!

These cute little gnomes are perfect for crocheting for an Advent calendar. They can be filled with various surprises and also made in different sizes. A great project for using up leftover yarn that brings lots of joy. Even beginners with basic skills can easily make these gnomes.

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You can knit a lot with sock yarn. It’s especially ideal for children’s clothing. It washes well and keeps you wonderfully warm. My grandchildren love their sock yarn clothes. Here are a few examples. Maybe you’d like to try making one of them.


These leggings for toddlers are knitted from sock yarn and grow with the child for a while—from ages 3 to 5, because they still fit my granddaughter. They’re easy to knit if you’ve knitted before.

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This children’s sweater with a collar fits 4- to 5-year-olds and is easy to knit—with almost no seams. Every sweater is unique, because the pattern of the yarn is different every time.

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These knitted pants with straps are also made from sock yarn and fit from about 1 year old up to at least 2 years old, as they grow with the child thanks to adjustable straps. Nothing can slip down, so the tummy and back always stay nice and warm. The pants feature a pretty cable pattern on the sides, which makes them something special. Recommended for experienced knitters.

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Dear Susi,

I’d like to belatedly wish you all the best and everything wonderful for your birthday. I’m sure you had a lovely day. Take good care of yourself and spend plenty of time doing everything that brings you joy.

Here’s a floral greeting from me.



Warm
regards, Monika

Dear Andrea, I’m so happy for you that you had such a wonderful day and were able to really let your inner child shine. Your little one now has a sweet little sister—how lovely! Now she’s no longer alone.

I wish you continued joy!

Monika

I’d like to join the well-wishers a little late and wish you all the best for the coming year and lots of joy with your crafts.

You’ll also get a bouquet of flowers from me to go with it.



Warm
regards, Monika

Inge, that looks really cozy and warm. Another piece that you’ve done really well. And then there are the matching slippers to go with it. Now you’re perfectly equipped for the cold days.

Dear Andrea,

I’d like to extend my warmest congratulations on your birthday and wish you lots of joy in your old new home. You’re finally celebrating with your family today, and that alone is something special.

For the year ahead, I wish you much joy in everything you do and plenty of happy moments.

Here are a few flowers from the garden for you.



Warm regards from Monika

Knitting for grandchildren or your own little ones is sure to bring joy, especially if it’s meant to be a Christmas gift. How about this pretty pinafore dress that grows with the child? It fits a baby (size 74) and even a 3-year-old. The little dress has knitted-in hearts, which make it a real eye-catcher.

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For a baby, this little jacket with the matching hat makes a very lovely Christmas gift. It’s knitted in a knit-and-purl pattern that looks pretty from both sides. Both fit from approx. 3–12 months.

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Doll clothes are a very popular Christmas gift. Every doll mom will be delighted, whether big or small. Yes, there are grown-up doll moms too who would be thrilled to receive a gift like this. Here is one of my designs for a baby doll that is 43–50 cm tall. The Schlüttli cardigan with the hat could also fit a newborn.

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I’ll just continue with Z:

Having time for the beautiful things in life