Finished Object: Harf

Cast On: I don't really remember. I know I said I wanted it to be an Xmas gift for Iris, but I'm thinking I didn't even buy the yarn until some time in January.

Finished: February 24, 2008

Pattern: Toasty Topper from the Winter 2007 Knitty

Yarn: I decided to go really nuts and actually use the yarn the pattern called for- Berocco Ultra Alpaca. [Ravelry] It's a blend of wool and alpaca, and not bad at all for the price. I would definitely consider a sweater made out of this stuff. 

Needles: Brittany wooden DPNs, size 8 for the top of the hat, then size 7 DPNs for the hat ribbing, then a 24" bamboo circular needle, also size 7, for the scarf.

Modifications: The scarf isn't as wide as the one in the pattern because I ran out of yarn. Yup, even I, who am notorious for using far less yarn than the pattern calls for. And I got the right gauge and everything! But, it's not really that big of a deal.
 

Final Thoughts: The sizing information for this pattern says that it will fit an infant, toddler, and child. I wasn't totally convinced that was physically possible. But check this out! It totally stretches!

Theoretically, Iris could wear this hat for the rest of her life. She would look a little dorky, but talk about return on your investment!

Comments

[Whitney]

That is the freaking cutest picture of your kid. Love it.

[Kristin]

So cute! Iris should be a model! (Seriously, it's about time that kid started earning her keep!)

[Tonya]

I love the harf!

And if Iris wants to model my baby shrug for the pattern pictures, she could get her start in the industry. That kid is so darn cute!

[Mery]

Hi Holly! I haven't checked your blog (or any blog) in ages. Iris is the CUTEST!!!! Can't wait to meet her in person!

[Sara]

Wow, Iris looks soooo cute in that hat!!! I hope the thing i knitted for her look as cute on her as that hat:D

[Elise]

Iris is just the cutest baby ever!! It was so good to see the two of you on Wednesday! I love the new hat, too - super fun.