It started on a Friday evening. The house was quiet. I had a cup of herbal tea and a sketchbook on the table. I kept thinking about a knit that works in every season. Light enough for a spring morning. Cozy enough for a fall playground.
Something a boy or a girl could wear. Something you'd love now and save for the next child.
I pictured wooden buttons tiny hands could handle. Side ties that adjust as kids grow. Yarn that stays soft after every wash. Not fussy. Just beautiful and practical.
After a few false starts and late-night rows, it finally came together. The Monroe Cropped Vest! A gender-neutral heirloom piece hand knitted from cotton and bamboo yarn.
Durable. Breathable. Machine-washable. Made for real life and all the mess that comes with it :-)
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A quiet Friday idea turned into a piece you can hold, wear, and pass down. I hope it finds a place in your family's adventures.
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June made sure our son’s romper made it in time for our family pictures and checked in multiple times to make sure we were all set. We have gotten so many compliments when he’s worn it out and I can’t wait to see him in it in our family pictures!
I am so happy it arrived on time and your son looked adorable in it for your family pictures. Thank you for choosing my artisan shop.
