I finally got a chance to try out the Bimaa Sweater pattern by Sarah of Emmyloubeedoo! Sarah invited me to be part of the pattern tour she put together and is also offering up a copy of the pattern to one of you! I've seen lots of these cute sweaters popping up in blogland and am glad to have this pattern in my collection. I made the cowl version this time but think I'll be making a hoodie version soon.
Things to know about this pattern:
- it includes 3 variations | shawl collar, hoodie, and cowl neck - which is what I made
- it's a quick sew - the sleeve and waist bands means you get to skip hemming
- includes sizes 12 mths - 6
- you'll get a variety of looks depending on the fabric you choose
I wanted to make this in a sweater knit but ended up going with a gray dot knit fabric by Riley Blake. This fabric is super soft and is stretchy enough to work well with the slim fit of the Bimaa. I made a size 4T which is Syd's usual size and the overall fit is great. I really like the cowl - it's a fun detail and will help keep the kiddo warm in the colder months. I was worried at first that Syd might not be too keen on the idea of the cowl since she won't wear any of the cowls I've made her in the past but that was not the case with this sweater!
Sarah has just posted an adorable tutorial + template on her blog for adding ears to the hoodie version of the Bimaa. So cute!!!
Giveaway time:
Simply leave a comment below letting me know which version of the Bimaa you would like to make!
one entry per personplease include a way to contact you in your commentgiveaway open to all readerswinner will be chosen randomlygiveaway ends October 20th, 2013 | Sunday | 9 pm cstfor an optional extra entry, follow EmmylouBeeDoo on Facebook. Leave a separate comment below.
she is so precious. and the top is just amazing, looks so cozy! I need one! :) I might just have to order that polka dot after all. :)
ReplyDeleteI would definitely make the cowl. I think it would cute on both my 5 and 2 year olds! whatsmummyupto@gmail.com.
ReplyDeleteShe looks adorable - love the polka dots! That cowl looks so cozy for fall...I think it would have to be my first version, too...likely followed quickly by the other two! amos-el (at) hotmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteSovery Nice! I love it! Especially the cowl! Count me in!
ReplyDeleteI would make the hoodie and then the cowl. My daughter only wants to wear "comfortable" clothes and the Bimaa top would be perfect. Thanks! kristie_keely(at)yahoo(d0t)com
ReplyDeleteI've been eyeing this pattern, even bought some sweater knit fabric that I thought would be great for it. Love the soft look the grey polka dot has. Definitely the cowl would be my first choice.
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric. And paired with those floral leggings...adorable! My M just loves hoods so I would make one of those.
ReplyDeleteOh man! I've really been wanting to try this pattern. I would make the cowl neck first and then the hood I love it!
ReplyDeleteI'd make the hoodie and cowl. Love the versatility! :) mfrapp_83 [at] yahoo [dot] com
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pattern it seems, would love to make the one wit the cowl neck
ReplyDeleteI'd make the cowl and hoodie. Meganoes@gmail.com
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ReplyDeleteI think the hoodie version would be a big hit at our place :)
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ReplyDeleteI love this look! Did you make the leggings too? I would choose the cowl, but my daughter loves hoods, so hoodie it is! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteThe leggings are from Old Navy - last year some time. :)
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ReplyDeletedefinitely a cowl! Love them 7 monkeyshinersbaby at yahoo
ReplyDeleteI want to make a hoody for my boy and a cowl for my girl!
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I like the hoodie!
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I think I'd try the cowl version first. LOVE yours!!!
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ReplyDeleteI actually already own this pattern and have made one, so if by chance the giveaway lands on my comment, pass it on to the next person.
ReplyDeleteI wanted to comment and tell you that the fabrics for both of the garments your girl are wearing are to DIE for. Did you make the leggings as well? The polka dots are so cute for the cowl neck. Ahh, darling all around. Beautiful.
great Bimaa! i love the polka dots!
ReplyDeleteGreat pattern! I would love to have it!
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ReplyDeleteThank you for this giveaway!
Syd is so precious! You have the perfect model!
ReplyDeleteI would make the shawl collar version. Only because I don't see too many sweaters of this style for little girls.
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She looks adorable in it. What a great pattern!
ReplyDeleteI would make the bimaa hoodie.
ReplyDeleteI would so make the cowl version it is soo cute.
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I would love to make the cowl version....super cute!
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Awesome giveaway! I really want to make one of these!
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I love your version. Looks great!
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Too cute! I have not sewn many clothes but would love to try.
ReplyDeleteThank you for a super giveaway and a chance to win.
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ReplyDeleteI love the cowl version, it will be the first to try.
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i love the cowl necks! monkeyshinersbaby at yahoo
ReplyDeleteI love the cowl neck version but all 3 are super cute!!
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Love those gray dots!
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