It's Holiday Time!

Big Blue Barn Knits is on holidays.

I'll return sometime after January 15th, 2009

Have a happy Holiday Season!

It's Show Time!

We are currently displaying our wares at the Festival of Crafts in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The show runs from November 27th until November 30th. Come and visit!

We will be at the Butterdome Craft Sale in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada next week from December 4th until December 7th. If you're in the area, we'd love to see you!

Remember These?

Sorry I haven't had any time to post new bears or pics of what has been coming out of Big Blue Barn Knits. But here's a pic of a pair of the little darlins that are going to be for sale.

Remember these?

A Tisket a Tasket - Many Bears in a Basket

Still knitting!

Little Red Bear

Found a new home! (Sold)

Little Red is another one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. His bow is a plaid print tied jauntily at his neck. He's so fuzzy!

He stands: 15 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you want to give Litte Red Bear a home, click on the title and visit our Etsy shop!

Sweetheart Bear

Found a new home! (SOLD)

Sweetheart Bear has love in her eyes!

She is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn in soft hues of pink, yellow and aqua. Her eyes are pink heart beads and her nose is a vintage recycled button. Her bow is a lovely sheer soft pink ribbon tied daintily at her neck. She's thinking of love and needs to be loved!

She stands: 17 inches tall.
She's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If she ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, she can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of her button eyes and nose, we don't recommend her for children under 5 years of age.

If you want Sweetheart Bear for yourself or for your sweetheart, click on the title and go to our Etsy shop!

Fuzzy Wuzzy Bear

Fuzzy Wuzzy was a bear. Fuzzy Wuzzy had lots of hair!

Fuzzy Wuzzy is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. His bow is a lovely sheer green ribbon tied jauntily at his neck. He's so fuzzy he is Wuzzy!

He stands: 14 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you just love Fuzzy Wuzzy and want to give him a nice home, click on the title and go to our Etsy shop!

Cuddles Bear

Cuddles Bear is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with a combination of wool and acrylic yarn. Her head, body, arms and legs are felted wool, which gives her a unique, smoother look than a traditionally knit bear. Her eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A shiny gold ribbon is tied in a jaunty bow at her neck. She's a smaller bear with big hands and feet - just too cute not to love!

She stands: 15 1/2 inches tall.
She's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If she ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, she can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of her button eyes and nose, we don't recommend her for children under 5 years of age.

If you'd like to cuddle Cuddles, visit our Etsy shop by clicking on the title of this post.

Yukon Bear

Yukon Bear is a lovely tan and brown bear flecked with gold.

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A narrow black and gold bow gives him the look of a gentleman. All he needs is a gold fob watch! He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him and has the look of a traditionally knitted bear.

He stands: 18 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you'd like to have this bear help you dig for your own gold, visit our Etsy shop by clicking on the title of this post.

Autumn Bear

Hooray! I'm off to a new home! (SOLD)

Doesn't the deep rust colour of Autumn Bear just remind you of autumn? When the days are crisp and the nights cool, this bear will be perfect to snuggle with.

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of multi-colour ribbon printed in a jaunty plaid pattern adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him and is soft and cuddly.

He stands: 16 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you want to snuggle with Autumn Bear this fall, visit our Etsy shop by clicking on the title of this post.

Teal Bear

Someone promised to give me a new home! (SOLD)

Teal Bear is a gorgeous one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. The teal coloured yarn has a bit of silver tipping some of the ends which give the bear a lovely shiny look. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him.

He stands: 17 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you would like to add Teal Bear to your teddy bear collection, visit our Etsy shop by clicking on the title of this post.

Clementine Bear

SOLD!

Found a new home! (Sold)

Oh my darling Clementine!

Clementine is a felted bear. She is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with a combination of wool and acrylic yarn. Her head, body, arms and legs are felted wool, which gives her a unique, smoother look than a traditionally knit bear. Her eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A beautiful satin ribbon with the same colours that are found in her hands, feet and ears is tied in a gorgeous big bow at her neck. Just looking at her makes you want to sing that song.

She stands: 20 inches tall.
She's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If she ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, she can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of her button eyes and nose, we don't recommend her for children under 5 years of age.

If you'd like to sing Oh My Darling while holding this beautiful felted bear, you can view her in our Etsy shop by clicking on the post title.

Dusty Bear

Hi! My name is Dusty and I'm Big Blue's little sister! I'm a beautiful shade of dusty rose and I would make any little girl's eyes all soft and dreamy looking if she were to pick me up and cuddle me.

I am a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with a blend of acrylic and wool yarn. My eyes and nose are beautiful gold buttons and I have a sheer dusty rose ribbon tied in a bow at my neck. I know I was knit with as much love as possible - I can feel it inside me.

I stand: 17 1/2 inches tall.
I'm sized: One size fits all hugs.

If I end up out playing in the mud in your backyard and I need a bath, I can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of my button eyes and nose, I am not recommended for children under 5 years of age.

If you know of a little girl who needs someone to love, please click the post title to visit me on Etsy.

Buster Bear

I'm off to a new home! SOLD!

Found a new home! (Sold)

We've been busy knitting and enjoying the summer since our last post, but we're back! Buster's the first of many bears to come.

Buster is a soft brown bear in a traditional knit style. He would make a fine addition to anyone's teddy bear collection.

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of finely striped ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him.

He stands: 18 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If Buster piques your interest, you can view him in our Etsy shop by clicking on the post title.

Joe Bear

Fresh from his bath at the end of the rainbow, here is Joe bear!

Made with scrumdillyicious acrylic yarn in all the colours of the rainbow, Joe goes with any outfit and any decor. Especially that Dreamcoat at the back of the closet.

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of multi-colour double-sided ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him.

He stands: 17 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If Joe matches the clothes you're wearing right now (and we bet he does), why not check him out on Etsy by clicking this post's title?

Felted Rocky Bear

Here is Rocky, our first all-felted bear!

With a bit of mischievous raccoon in him, Rocky is a felted bear who is all set to steal a lady's heart.

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit felted bear made with 100% wool yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of finely striped ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him.

He stands: 17 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If - by the time it's taken to read this far - Rocky's already stolen your heart, click the post title to head over to Etsy.

Steamboat Billy Bear

Our first felted bear is now up on our Etsy shop! He certainly won't be the last...

Looking as if he's stepped out of an old-timey black-and-white cartoon of yesteryear, Steamboat Billy is looking to bring some nostalgic hollywood magic to your home!

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with a combination of wool and acrylic yarn. His head, body, arms and legs are felted wool, which gives him a unique, smoother look than a traditionally knit bear. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of translucent black ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possibly put into him.

He stands: 17 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you feel compelled to take him home, please click the post title to visit him on Etsy.

Big Blue Barn Knit Thrummed Slippers

We've now posted our slippers on Etsy! They're some of the warmest slippers you may ever own!

These unique slippers are 100% Alberta made wool inside and out. The thrumming makes a very warm and soft interior to keep your feet nice and toasty on those chilly nights. A drawstring helps keep the slippers on by snugging up to your ankles.

The sole of the slippers are knit with two strands of nylon thread to help reduce wear-and-tear. The addition of 3 'B's painted on the bottom gives the slippers a safe non-slip grip.

When ordering, please refer to the photo of the yarn colour swatch. Choose one of the colours of yarn to be the predominent slipper colour. Choose a roving colour of white, brown, or black for your accent and interior colour. Include this information along with your shoe size with your order and we will create your custom slippers.

To get your feet into a pair of our slippers, click the post title.

Toasty Thrummed Mittens Kit

Time to knit something for your hands instead of your feet!

This two needle thrummed mitten kit contains 100% worsted weight wool and enough wool roving to make a pair of mittens.

The Big Blue Barn Knits exclusive pattern is included in full colour and sports an example picture of a finished product. The pattern is suitable for all range of knitters, from beginners to seasoned needle jockeys.

When ordering, please refer to the photo of the yarn colour swatch. Choose one of the colours of yarn to be the predominent mitten colour for your kit. Choose a roving colour of white, brown, or black for your accent and interior colour. Include this information with your order and we will create your custom kit.

Clicking the post title will take you to this kit on our Etsy shop.

Kid's Toasty Thrummed Slippers Kit

And now a kit that makes slippers suitable for the child in your life.

This two needle thrummed slipper kit contains 100% worsted weight yarn, heart-shaped beads and enough wool roving to make a pair of kid's slippers.

The Big Blue Barn Knits exclusive pattern is included in full colour and sports an example picture of a finished product. The pattern is suitable for all range of knitters, from beginners to seasoned needle jockeys.

When ordering, please refer to the photo of the yarn colour swatch. Choose one of the colours of yarn to be the predominent slipper colour for your kit. The swatch marked "Acrylic" shows the acrylic yarn choices, and the unmarked swatch shows the wool yarn choices. Choose a roving colour of white, brown, or black for your accent and interior colour. Include this information with your order and we will create your custom kit. Coloured heart-shaped beads will be included to match and accent your colour choices.

To visit this item on our Etsy shop and have a look at the available colours, please click the title of this post.

Toasty Thrummed Slippers Kit

This time we have a kit that makes a ladies sized slipper.

This two needle thrummed slipper kit contains 100% worsted weight wool and enough wool roving to make a pair of slippers.

The Big Blue Barn Knits exclusive pattern is included in full colour and sports an example picture of a finished product. The pattern is suitable for all range of knitters, from beginners to seasoned needle jockeys.

When ordering, please refer to the photo of the yarn colour swatch. Choose one of the colours of yarn to be the predominent slipper colour for your kit. Choose a roving colour of white, brown, or black for your accent and interior colour. Include this information with your order and we will create your custom kit.

As always, if you are interested, please click the post title to visit this item on Etsy.

Extra (Large) Toasty Thrummed Slippers Kit

Our first kit has been put up on our Etsy shop!

This two needle thrummed slipper kit contains 100% worsted weight wool and enough wool roving to make a pair of mens extra large slippers.

The Big Blue Barn Knits exclusive pattern is included in full colour and sports an example picture of a finished product. The pattern is suitable for all range of knitters, from beginners to seasoned needle jockeys.

When ordering, please refer to the photo of the yarn colour swatch. Choose one of the colours of yarn to be the predominent slipper colour for your kit. Choose a roving colour of white, brown, or black for your accent and interior colour. Include this information with your order and we will create your custom kit.

If you are interested in our knit kit, please click this post's title to visit our Etsy shop.

Cotton Candy Bear

SOLD!

Found a new home! (Sold)

And now one for the little girls in your life!

This little one-of-a-kind darling is made with acrylic yarn that has a chenille underbase with a soft white hair on top. Her rhinestone eyes will captivate any little girl's heart and her button nose is soft and kissable. Her white bow has extra little white bows all over it - just enough to put a dreamy look on anyone's face.

She Stands: 18 inches tall
She's Sized: One size fits all little girl's arms

If she ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, she can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of her button eyes and nose, we don't recommend her for children under 5 years of age.

If you are interested in her, please click the post title to visit her on our Etsy shop.

Bichon Bear

Sorry! I'm SOLD!

Found a new home! (Sold)

Here's our next bear up on our Etsy Shop! This is so exciting isn't it?!

This one-of-a-kind bear is made of bubbly acrylic yarn in a creamy white. The eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. The jaunty bow is opaque and has a hint of black - just to accentuate.

He stands: 18 1/2 inches tall.
He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you are interested in him, please click the post title to visit him on our Etsy shop.

Big Blue

SOLD!

Here he is! The inagural bear to kick off our Etsy shop, Big Blue!

He is a one-of-a-kind hand-knit bear made with a combination of wool and acrylic yarn. His eyes and nose are vintage recycled buttons. A bit of blue ribbon adorns his neck, tied in a playful bow. He was knit with as much love as I could possible put into him, and that's why his belly sticks out so.

He stands: 18 inches tall.

He's sized: One size fits all hugs.

If he ends up out playing in the mud in your backyard and needs a bath, he can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth.

Because of his button eyes and nose, we don't recommend him for children under 5 years of age.

If you are interested in him, please click the post title to visit him on our Etsy shop.