Knitwear For Every Body
Specifically Version 2 in this tutorial, starting at 1:33.
**NOTE! This stitch in the Abstraction Shawl pattern is a bit different to take into account the increases and decreases!! To note here is how the knots line up diagonally. This is the effect we want for our shawl.
Read through this blog post to learn about the Conference Call Cardi! The listing on the auction site is for a finished cardigan, not just the pattern. Together we will select the perfect yarn color and fiber for you and I will hand-knit the piece to fit you (or your recipient)! This Cardi is available to fit bust sizes 30 – 62 inches! Lead time for me to produce the finished piece is 3-4 weeks.
The Conference Call Cardi is designed to be comfortable for individuals in a wheelchair (read more below) and could be an amazing gift for someone battling ALS!
Questions about the Conference Call Cardi? Drop me an email!
Interested in purchasing a finished Conference Call Cardi, knit specifically to fit you? Head over to the ALS Auction to bid!
Hi Friends! I’m excited to introduce the Conference Call Cardi. This piece has been in the works for a while. It took multiple frogged attempts but it turned out so super cute…in my humble opinion, haha!
The Conference Call Cardi is a piece I designed after almost of year of working from home due to Covid. I was privileged enough to have the ability to WFH, and I’m not gonna lie, it been amazing! (Introverts Unite…Separately! In your own homes!). Throw on comfy jeans or leggings with a t-shirt and I’m ready to work! Of course every now and then I need to turn on my camera for a video conference call. On each video call I caught myself wishing I had a quick top to throw on that would look professional but still be comfy! Enter the Conference Call Cardi! She’s cropped, so it doesn’t pool at your hip when seated. She’s got little shorty sleeves, cause let’s face it, we don’t need more heat during stressful meetings!! I didn’t put any closures on this piece. I always think that cardigans, jackets, and blazers look nicer unbuttoned when seated anyway. That’s why men always unbutton their jackets when they sit down, right? It’s more comfortable and look better. If you prefer a closure, try a cute shawl pin or even a magnetic closure for a clean look!
Each of my designs is designed to honor my mom and her battle with ALS. She loved looking put together but always comfortable. I remember her rocking beautiful scarves as a way of self expression. I want each piece i make to be something she would wear and love!
This piece is particularly cute for anyone in a seated posture. A few years after my mom’s ALS diagnosis she was mostly seated in a wheelchair or in a recliner when at home.
Regular cardigans could be a bit too long for people who spend most, or all, of their time in a seated posture. I designed this piece to be just cropped enough to hit right at the hip crease when seated. No pooling fabric as the hips ensures the stop lies flat and looks amazing!
The short sleeves also mean no sleeve cuffs to get in the way of manual wheelchair operation. This piece is easily layerable for more warmth, but no worries messing up beautiful hand-knit cuffs on wheelchair wheels. It also can provide a bit more mobility than longer, bulkier sleeves.
No closures. For anyone that experiences limited hand mobility or dexterity, buttons and other traditional fasteners can be hard to manipulate. So the Conference Call Cardi has a simple, open front design.
Fit: Designed to fit with 3-5 in of positive ease.
Sizing: XS (S, M, L,XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) to fit a bust size of 30 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62) in or 76 (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117) (127, 137, 147.5, 157.5) cm.
Materials:
Wear it with PJ bottoms…cause let’s face it, we all know that’s what’s going on when we’re working from home!
Jeans are a staple in my closet. And you know what, I’m rocking my skinnies no matter what someone says on TikTok. Since the Conference Call Cardi is cropped and short sleeve it pairs well with any style of jeans. Wear a simple tank or a long sleeve shirt if you want to layer.
The Conference Call Cardi is short sleeved so wear it with ease even when the weather is warmer. Paired with shorts and sandals, its an adorable spring, fall, or even summer look!
A piece like this is the perfect topper for a dress or maxi skirt. It can break up a monochromatic outfit with a perfect pop of color. Works with a belt too! Since it’s cropped, wear a stand out belt or other statement piece!
November 27th, 2020
I am currently running this small biz on my own. I create the designs, write the pattern and physically knit each piece on my own. That’s on top of my other full time job…you know, the one that helps me pay my mortgage! I handle orders for physical pieces as pre-order events so I can manage the number of items I can physically make before my fingers cramp!
Yes! If hat orders are popular enough for me to bring on some help I would love to do that!
Color choices are limited in the Nov 27th pre-order to teal, black, and navy. This is in an effort to get orders out in time for the holidays. Future pre-order events will have a broader color range! I’m even considering offering special colors just for my newsletter peeps!
I can make hats sized for Toddlers, Children, and Adults.
Toddler size: Unstretched 13.25 in/32.5 cm, Stretched 18 in/45 cm
Child size: Unstretched 16.5 in/41.5 cm, Stretched 21 in/52.5 cm
Adult size: Unstretched 19.75 in/49cm, Stretched 24 in/60cm
Right ear CI, left ear CI, bilateral CI, no CI
Yes!! I got you! Order one with the CI option you need and another with no CI option.
I designed this hat to work with the CIs with a separate sound processor earpiece and transmitter. I have gotten feedback that the opening also works for the single sound processor types as well!
CI types with an earpiece sit inside a pocket. There is a removable loop that can fit over the front of the earpiece. There is also an option for a small safety pin or lobster clasp that can attach to the cord to add extra security.
I can make a hat in a few hours. If I could do nothing but knit all the time I could crank out lots of hats. I’m juggling my full time job on top of this amazing gig!
Oh yes! I believe anything that can be worn by a child should be washable!! Pop them in a lingerie bag and wash in the washing machine on Gentle. Or wash by hand in the sink. Always lay flat to dry!
I use acrylic yarn. Acrylic yarn eliminates any issues with wool allergies. Often acrylic is more washable and forgiving than wool yarn. But don’t worry about quality! I only use the softest yarn for my hats. My rule is that if I can rub the yarn against my cheek and I like how it feels, it makes the cut. If it’s scratchy, it’s rejected.
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