This is my 5th Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ). Scroll down to see pictures of the other four.
I taught this class about three months ago. I thought it would be a fun project to teach. It backfired. After all, the sweater is garter stitch with increases and decreases and an eyelet buttonhole (s)which is quite easy. Because it is a piece of knitted origami, it can present a small challenge as the knitter is not aware of which part of the sweater they are knitting in the early stages.
I taught this class about three months ago. I thought it would be a fun project to teach. It backfired. After all, the sweater is garter stitch with increases and decreases and an eyelet buttonhole (s)which is quite easy. Because it is a piece of knitted origami, it can present a small challenge as the knitter is not aware of which part of the sweater they are knitting in the early stages.
Visit the BSJ group on Ravelry.com for instructions on which rows will give you the stripes you are looking for.
I included an I-cord bind-off to achieve a nicer finish and allow my students to learn an additional skill.
As it turned out, my students either loved or hated this project. Those who completed the sweater were anxious to start another on their own. Some struggled to the point of total frustration. They did not like all the stitch counting. Some felt competitive to keep up with others in the class and were not able to.
Except for my "Sock Class" and my "Bring Me Your Kniting Problems", I seldom repeat a class. I love having former students return for additional classes and watch their knitting skills increase. This is one class that I will DEFINITELY not repeat.
My first BSJ was the dark blue/brick color one. That one was gifted to my grandchild, Jakob. The next one was the yellow/aqua sweater with the fish buttons that was gifted to my boss. The other two are still in my gift box waiting for a matching hat.
Happy Knitting!
Happy Knitting!
I made 2 BSJ for my grand daughter. Must start one for my grandson coming in November. Love the one with the collar.
ReplyDeleteAmazing...how the same pattern can look so different. Each beautiful in their own way. EZ would be so thrilled and so proud. So very nice!
ReplyDeleteKnitted origami is the perfect description. Yours are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLove all your BSJ's!
ReplyDeleteI've only made one, but remember it as a fun pattern to knit. Now I'm wanting to haul out the pattern and make another...
All are cute, though the Red, White and Blue is my fav. I would think not knowing which part of the sweater you're working on would be frustrating for a someone who is learning, wanting to know where they are in the project, or to begin to see it take shape? Was that part of the frustration? Though it's garter stitch, it doesn't seem like it would be an easy pattern. Is this what you would classify as an interm. level? I often wish I could take a class, but with my work schedule changing constantly it's not possible. No 2 weeks are the same, so I fumble through on my own.
ReplyDeleteI've been intrigued by this pattern for years, but I haven't tried it. I think I have the pattern. I seem to remember it being in Knitting Almanac. You did a beautiful job with it, as usual.
ReplyDeleteThat BSJ is so cute, you always do a great job with them and none look the same. I really am gonna have to try it one of these days.
ReplyDeleteThose BSJ's are lovely. I was very challenged when I tried this pattern but the results were worth it.
ReplyDeleteThe BSG's are just grand! Lovely job on those!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to take a class on this baby jacket too bad you're not over here in my neck of the woods. I love the color combo's! And don't worry about the haters...it's just not their cup of tea! Beautiful work...Cheers! ~M
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