Un-shrink Wool Sweaters – Washing and deliberately shrinking wool fabric to create felted projects is one thing. But when the DH calls out from the laundry room with a cry for help because he shrunk one of his favorite wool sweaters… you have a completely different problem! Ever had this happen to you? The following […]
Posts contain affiliate links so readers can locate the resources mentioned in the article. Thank you. Toddler Sweater Measurements – A child’s size 3T toddler sweater is quickly outgrown but that does not stop avid knitters from creating Mini Me sweaters in toddler sizes. In this post, we discuss the Toddler 3 size specifically but […]
How to measure a sweater – Do you have a favorite sweater? You know, one that fits exactly the way you want it to? All clothes manufactured from woven fabrics, from designer to off the rack at Target, are drafted according to standard body measurements plus wearing ease (added inches so we can get into those […]
Custom sized sweaters? Yes, it is possible to order a custom sized sweater for costuming purposes. At Hobbie’s House, custom knitting is our business and custom sized sweaters our specialty. It’s been our niche since 1975, long before we opened the doors to a virtual Hobbie’s House of Wizard Wear. Interested in getting a great fit in […]
RENT Musical Costumes – Since 2005, we’ve custom knit the sweater and scarf worn by Mark Cohen in the movie version of the Broadway rock musical. Our sweater and scarf was worn by “Marc Cohen” in the 2013 Buenos Aires CETEM production of RENT® the musical. All photos in the playbill poster above are the copyrighted […]
The Best Toddler Sweater Length may not exist! Today we answer another in our series of frequently asked questions by visitors to our website. The question: What is the best toddler sweater length? Our Answer: First let’s determine where and how the Toddler sizes section appears on the standard garment industry sizing chart. Seems like […]
What size do I wear? Have you ever wondered what size to buy for a perfect fit? When it comes to knitwear, there are a few factors to consider beyond the basic “I wear size “X” factor. Knit fabrics behave in a completely different way than woven fabrics. Different manufacturers add varying amounts of wearing […]
Custom Size Sweater – Should You Order A Custom Size Sweater or Standard Size? Wondering which size you need to order? Depends on why you are considering costuming knitwear from Hobbie’s House. Are you thinking of an item you plan on wearing regularly or is this part of a Halloween costume? How particular you are about […]
