Two Sweaters for Claire

When I decided to give sweater knitting a try about a year ago, I knew that I would want to try to make something for my then soon-to-be born niece.  Over the course of several months I actually managed to get two little sweaters done - one a size one (the teal) and the other a two (the purple).  One for now, and one to grow into. 

I made the purple sweater using a pattern that my mom has.  Judging from the hairstyles of the kids in it, it was probably printed in the 1970s.  I found the construction of it very interesting, as it including facings, and the whole nine yards. 

The teal sweater was a much more recent project - and in truth, it should have had sleeves.  Knitting in the round, know, as this pattern required, is not my strength.  I was thrilled when Bow Tie Man suggested that it might actually be cute with just the little cap sleeves.  Claire will never know, and Leigh seemed to like it as it is, which made me happy!

Next up in Christmas present crafting - the pjs!  And come back soon for a post holiday giveaway....