Everywhere Buddy Bags!
It took a wee bit longer than I had planned {doesn't everything?} but I did it! I created the perfect quick'n'easy and full o'whimsy gift for those tricky-to-knit for toddlers and pre-schoolers (though older kids might like them too, heck I want one ;0). Introducing an annypurls original: Buddy Bags!
Meet Buggy, Bunny, Bear-y and Birdy, the adorable finger puppet buddies that adorn these sweet little backpacks. The inspiration came to me as my little neighbourette's 4th birthday drew near... I didn't have much time left to knit her something special and was also confined by the stash. Plus, let's face it, it's really hard to tell what size one should knit for a toddler or pre-schooler unless they're your own ;0) I can't tell you how many times babies have outgrown knitted gifts and garments before I finished making them!
This is where the beauty of these little treasures lies - they really are one size fits all, and with all the variations, I'd say they'd be cherished by little girls and boys. After all, every child has a little treasure they like to carry around ;0)
1. Birdy Buddy Bag, 2. Bear-y Buddy Bag Lining, 3. Bunny in a basket, 4. Buggy finger puppet, 5. Buddy bag linings, 6. Buggy Buddy Bag - detail, 7. Bear-y in a sailboat, 8. Birdy finger puppet, 9. Birdy Buddy Bag - detail, 10. All 4 Buddy Bags, 11. Bunny finger puppet, 12. Bear-y Buddy Bag - Stuffed!, 13. Bear-y finger puppet, 14. Bunny Buddy Bag - Stuffed!, 15. Birdy Buddy Bag - Lining, 16. Buggy Buddy Bag
These are perfect to tuck a little book, toy and snack in for busy kiddies on the go. And anywhere they can go too - the mall, restaurant, church or even just to play with around the house! Just pull on the strings to draw it closed and wear it as a backpack. Can you tell I'm loving these?
Extra bonus, you probably already have everything you need to make one in your stash right now! Knit from acrylic or washable cotton, they are easy to care for and will take some loving wear. I had enough odds and ends of worsted weight acrylic in the stash to knit all four!
I'm just pleased as punch with how they all turned out and hope you'll love them too. I plan to knit more as gift wrap for those gifted baby sweaters (a gift for now and another for later - who doesn't love that?) The pockets and buddies would be great on their own to adorn a simple sweater or baby blanket. Ahh, the possibilities...
The 6-page pattern includes detailed instructions for the 7x9 inch bag, all four finger puppets (buggy, birdy, beary and bunny) and all four pockets (leaf, nest, sailboat and basket). It also includes lots of photos and tutorials and even instructions for lining the bag. (Actually, I'm almost as proud of the presentation of the pattern as I am of the bags!)
The pattern is available for $6.50 as an instant pdf download (payment is through PayPal).
Happy knitting!
Labels: buddy bags, FO, patterns
posted by Anny @ 11:59 PM
60 Comments:
I LOVE them! I'm actually a bit sad that I don't know any toddler I could knit that for! (Maybe I should just knit one for myself)
Those are unique and precious - LOVE the idea and each's colors.
Wonderful pattern idea and amazing looking bags!
Those are adorable! Well done Anny!! Will there be a link in your sidebar for it? Or maybe there is already one there and I just can't see it. I'll bet Owen and Lily would LOVE to have one each.
So cute! I've been waiting for you to finish the pattern so I could buy it. I see visions of Christmas presents dancing in my head. These are perfect for my nieces and my daughter.
OMG, those are adorable. I've got to knit them!!
Hello - I just wanted to let you know how much I love these bags. You have done a fabulous job. I have already purchased the pattern and will probably cast on tonight. I will be sure to mention them on my blog. Congratulations!
Too cute! I love the yellow bag with the Birdy. I have some nieces that would look so cute with a Buddy bag!
Great job all around!
Oh these are superb! i've ordered the pattern, and I think my niece is going to love one for her birthday in september.
Great work!
Anny, these bags are absolutely darling! I just love them.
SO CUTE! I want to make them for all my nephews.
So, so, so cute! Each pocket design, stripe colors, and lining fabric are such perfect complements for their particular buddy. You've done a fantastic job on these bags!
Love the baggies. I have purchased the pattern and will cast on soon. Thank you! BTW: I love the layout of your patterns...very nice.
Just ordered the pattern and can't wait to get started.
You did an awesome job, I especially love the linings.
They look very professional.
Anny, these are fantastic. My twins will love them for Christmas. Your efforts will certainly pay off and I hope you'll be inspired to design more.
I look forward to trying the pattern out! They are adorable little bags..... Thank you!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE these! They are SO cute - I can't decide which one to make first. Beautiful work...nice job!
These are absolutely stunning!!!! Adding this to my wish list!
Those are way too cute. Well done!
I just ordered the pattern, thank you!
These are really fantastic! I hope you that sell a million patterns! I'm off to get mine right now!
These are fabulous. The wee cabled nest is inspired. Well done.
Too darling!!!great job!I will be getting the pattern soon...it will be perfect for our new daughter due in aug and my neice!
I'd love to order this pattern, but when I click on the "Buy now" button I am getting a message saying it doesn't exist. Does this mean you are all out of them? Will you be getting more - they are so adorable?
oh my god - I LOVE THESE!!!!!!!!!! sooooooooo adorable, I can't STAND IT!!!!!!! :) wonderful job - I'm totally buying the pattern when I get home from work... ;)
Very cute. I wonder if I can make two before we go on vacay next week...hmmmmm...
You are motivating me to get my little white baby sweater written up for sale.
Those are so adorable! I'm impressed, and I can't wait to try knitting one for myself (ah-hem, actually, for my son . . .)
How do you download PDF formats? I've wanted to do that for my own patterns, but I couldn't figure out how. Does it cost money to do that? I'd really appreciate it if you wouldn't mind dropping me a quick note. Thanks!
dutchorchidhouse@hotmail.com
Love the way you've written the pattern! As cute as the bags themselves.
I can't wait to knit one of this. I think the bunny one will be the first.
Gracias!
What a fun pattern! Congratulations.
If I had a child to knit one for I'd do it, heck I just may purchase the pattern anyhow. There must be someone in my life that needs one of these. Great job!
these are really wonderful! You've included so many thoughtful details on the puppets--love it.
Hi Anny,
I purchased your pattern today, but I was at work and I have no idea where the pdf file downloaded to!! Can you please check the paypal and see that I paid and then e-mail it to me at: tampnp@comcast.net? I'd really appreciate it!!
Tamara Scott
You're so talented! Everything you touch seems to become a little marvel! Congratulations! I really enjoy visiting your blog regularly!
These bags are the cutest thing ever! I'm so glad that you made the pattern available and proud to be one of the first purchasers. I know two little girls that will be getting these for Christmas!
I just ordered one, have 6 baby showers coming plus my own little one! Thanks, Stacey
Wow! everyone has already said it. I have 4 granddaughters under 5 years who will each receive one of these for Chritmas, with a pair of hand knit socks inside. They are precious. Now, if only my hubby would remember to bring the pattern home - he printed it up at work as our printer is sick. Well done.
Janet MF up in Yellowknife
Gosh, what if you have no clue how to knit? do you sell these adorable bags pre made??? :)
These are just inspired and so gorgeous! Can't wait to get home from work to order the pattern - my little boy is going to love it. And I have about a dozen friends with babies on the way - I can see Im going to be making lots! Well done!
I'm happy to say I just bought my pattern, and can't wait to clear my plate to start a buddy bag. And I also wanted to say that you really are an inspiration by remaining crafty after motherhood. I hope to have my own patterns up in the coming months, and I aim to present mine as beautifully as you did yours! Thanks for coming up with such a great project!
These are adorable!
These are very sweet. Could you tell us which yarn you used for your samples? Maybe you did and I missed it. The colors are great and the design looks really fun.
They are absolutely adorable – I bought the pattern right away, too! I’m going to make some for Christmas/birthday presents. Thanks for offering the pattern!
Oh you clever, clever girl!!! The only thing I would suggest would be to buy into the Harry Potter craze- do one in red and gold (Gryfindor colours) and do an owl as a buddy! I would bet many would be interested, as a way to get their wee one in on the Pottermania!
Anny, I wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying your pattern. The photos are great, the instructions are clear and the product is cute, cute, cute! I'm making a birdie bag for Claire and she's pretty excited.
jOK. I'm stumped. How can I purchase and download the pattern? I swear there was a link earlier when I looked at this at work.
very cute! love them.
Okay. Those are totally totally adorable! SO CUTE!
so cute! :D
I just bought the pattern to knit a couple for my nephews...I'm thinking the boat (because their dad loves to sail) and the nest (because I love the cables and the bright sunny yellow). The presentation on the pattern is just lovely and looks easy to follow. Thanks so much for this very cool project!
I love the bags! I just purchased my download. Thanks for the hard work. The pattern looks lovely!
I just ordered the pattern, its too cute! I'm doing one in purple... for its my daughters colour! I can't wait until it is finished.
The pattern is put together so well, it looks beautiful!
Just bought the pattern. So cute! Thanks for the creativity you are sharing with us. This is the perfect accessory for my grandniece to go with her Bounce skirt and Drive-through cardigan I'm making right now. I'm using Rowan All Seasons cotton in an aqua blue and lime green with Calmer in a soft red. Those stripes will be so cute on this bag too! Yea!!!
They are adorable!!
Hi
I was making the basket and noticed a tiny typo... on row 20, it is written:
ssk,(p3,k3)twice...
it should be ssk, (p5,k3)....
no big deal (it was easy to catch and fix) but thought you might like to know and change it before any one else buys it.
I'm loving the bag, it is too cute, my son is asking when his will be done! I also *love to pieces* the picot edge! thanks so much for the pattern!
I just love those Buddy Bags!!
Hey, I thought you'd like to know that the link to your "Cardigan for Merry" appeared in the newsletter for my knitting guild in Encinitas, California this month! (www.ncknit.com) You really get around!
These are amazing!!!! You certainly know your way around a set of needles...you never cease to amaze me
Anny,
this pattern is amazing and I cannot wait to knit it up for my daughters and son! I'm nominating you for the 'Rockin' girl blogger award too! because you rock!
Hi Anny - I haven't caught up with your blog in a while as I've been on my hols. How lovely to catch up with your creative project - I think the bags are great! I will pass the details on to my local knitting group! Keep up the good work!! You are such an inspiration.
You are entirely too cute and clever! It's not just what you make, but your choice of color is wonderful. Congratulations! I'm struggling through bobbles on an adorable little baby sweater. Uggh. Terrible. If I ever finish I may just have to get your pattern for all of my little friends and me too!
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