My First Sweater
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| In today's world we are surrounded by cheap
easily accessible, mass produced garments. When hand knitting with beautiful
wools you invest love, skill and pride in every stitch. If well cared for
this garment can be handed down to future generations. Knitted in certified organic pure New Zealand Merino wool, this simple sweater is a perfect gift for a unique, beautiful and loved baby. |
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| Sweater: to fit a baby up to 4 months | |||
| Size: | Materials | ||
| Chest: 43cm Length: 21cm Sleeves: 17cm |
1 pair 4mm knitting
needles 3 shell buttons 1 sewing up needle 3 balls of Treliske Organic Merino DK |
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| Tension- approx 20 rows to 22 stitches 10 cm on 4mm needles | |||
| Back and Front:
Both the same so make two Cast on 48 stitches. Knit for 21cm, every row is a Knit row (garter stitch) Cast off. Sleeves: make two. Tab: To Complete: |
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Care Instructions |
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| This sweater and
beanie will have been knitted with skill, pride and love. To maintain its
appearance it is important that the care instructions on the wool labels are
followed carefully. Hand washing really does only take a couple of minutes! It is also a good idea to keep a small amount of the wool used in a safe place for any future repairs. We have also enclosed an extra button which can be sewn inside - just in case! Enjoy!! |
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| Abbreviations: | |||
| Beg | Beginning | cm | centermetres |
| K | Knit | ||
To view Treliske Organic Merino 8ply
Treliske Organic Merino DK
Organic Wool is grown "Naturally" without synthetic or harmful chemicals.
Organic production is based
on positive holistic management systems, which reduce or eliminate
the need for most agricultural chemicals and promote healthy soils,
air, waterways, and responsible animal husbandry practices.
Customers look for organic products because they believe it to be:
a:Safer as no pesticides or harmful chemicals are used.
b: High Quality
c: Better for the environment as no synthetic or harmful chemicals are
used on the farm.
So what's the difference?
The main difference is that certified organic sheep do not
receive routine chemical treatments such as drenching or dipping,
nor do they graze on pastures that have been sprayed with
herbicides. Organic sheep are bred for resistance to parasites and
are fed outdoors all year round on special herbal ley pastures.
Genetically engineered or modified feed is prohibited.
How does Organic Wool differ?
Organic wool yarn has not been treated chemically
throughout the entire production, from the farm to the end garment.
The greasy wool is scoured (cleaned) in special approved
biodegradable cleansing agent before being carded and spun at a
Certified Organic Mill.
So what are the benefits?
1: The natural, un-dyed and unbleached wool is grown
and manufactured without harmful chemicals providing fashionable
style and quality, without sacrificing and polluting the
environment.
2: Because the skin can 'breath' and absorb impurities and residues, the
purity and softness of Organic Wool may possibly offer some relief
to people with allergies and problematic skin disorders.
3: Organic wool promotes long term sustainable farming practices. The
purchase of organic wool promotes clean air, clean water and soils
free of toxic chemicals while delivering the purest quality wool to
wear next to the skin.
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