Pattern – Baby Shell

While pregnant I spent a lot of time looking at baby sweaters. There were several fantastic sweaters out there but I found most to feel a little more formal. After having the baby I knew that what I really wanted was something simple, easy to clean and most importantly easy to get on and off.

But with all baby sweaters there is the problem of really big baby heads that will not fit through most standard collars. Most sweaters solve the issue with wide necks, buttons or ties. While these work great, I wanted something with no bulky hardware to get in the way of napping. The solution was in dozens of bodysuits sitting in the dresser with the expanding collars. The overlapping flaps that make up these colors always remind me of turtle shells, hence the name baby shell.

I am very pleased with the result. It turned out being just the sort of thing I like for my child to wear and the type of project I like to knit. The top is nice enough for dress up occasions but simple enough not to look out of place on a playground. And it works great for a boy or girl. It is easy to customize but also looks wonderful left plain. Did I mention it is seamless? Because I hate seaming.

Thanks Caitlin for letting me photograph Alexander.

Available for $5.00 via ravelry.