Let me count the ways...

Remember that Study Hall Jacket I can't get enough of?

Just to refresh your memory :

Version 1 (and 2)

Hello Kitty style (hood hiding)

I've made ANOTHER ONE!

A goddamn adorable one, amirite??

This time I opted for the ruffled welt pockets and ruffled collar.

I mentioned previously that I'm not in love with the pattern. And after making it four different times, in two different sizes, experimenting will all the different cuff, waistband, collar and pocket options...I am really not happy with this pattern.
I am also putting off writing a review so I can gestate a positive outlook and potential remedy. (Since I've already got plans to make 2 more of these gosh darn cute things for upcoming birthdays.)

All in time.

Enjoy the photo, and good luck with last minute Halloween preparation!

Knitting on the couch? Underachiever, you.

Here's a glimpse at awesome:

 Courtesy of The Wonderist - read more about it here!

Thanks to W for sharing with me.

FO Backlog - Hello Kitty Hoodie

Not much time to write, but here are some pictures from my latest FO!

A Hello Kitty hoodie from the Pattern Anthology collection that was released a while ago. Guiltily, I have bought both collections released and am pretty damn sure I'll be buying their next one as well. (This time I'll remember to use the discount code, tho - whoops!)

To be totally honest, I'm not a huge fan of the pattern. I had a LOT of issues - but I won't get into it right now. However, there's no denying the end result!

Ta-da!

Mucked up this side's welt pocket, drat.

Rear View

Loving the ruched cuffs and waistband.

Looking at it now, I'd love to make it again with a fleecy white outer and adding ears and a bow a'la Hello Kitty - with a more subtle HK liner fabric. I definitely plan on sewing this pattern again (actually, this was my third go - see the Avengers jackets previous post) but with copious modifications from the original pattern.

FO Backlog - Avengers bomber jacket!

Just a quickie - here are some pictures of a recent FO. Two, actually!

My son's BEST friend had a birthday recently, so I decided to make use of my recently acquired Study Hall Jacket pattern and made matching Avengers jackets for the boys.

The freak-out factor was high on this.

Gotta say, it was a hit. The Avengers fabric is courtesy of Joann's and the sleeves are some old Ikea curtains I've been chopping up. I bought black ribbing and black fleece for the sleeves and interior - and it was totally worth it.

You can see his collar is sitting a little funny, but after some wearing and washing it looks way better. This is fresh off the machine - he couldn't wait to try it on - so the seams are fresh and visibly complaining. Of course I finished this morning of...'cuz that's how I roll.

BFFs 4 Lyfe

More soon!