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Review: Piping Hot Clothing

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I was asked to review the new Piping Hot Clothing range that is currently in Target. So I did what we are all warned not to do. I tried to work with my children!

Thank god we don’t have any animals.

As you can see by most of the photos – they are selfies. Why? Because no one was in the mood to help Mommy!

I don’t actually own any Piping Hot Clothing (until now). I am sure it is not deliberate but it’s just one of those brands I always associated with the Beach.

I am not a sand in the pants/shoes/ears/nostrils/hair kinda gal.

I really enjoyed wearing them and styling them to suit different (non beach) outings. From a casual lunch to morning coffee with the girls after a rough sleepless night with kids in my bed. (Gone are my “rough” nights out partying).

These clothes have a wonderful feel to them, they feel like old favorites soft and snug. The kids jeans came with adjustable waists which is crucial for my lanky little ones who need length and not width.

The cardigan was warm and comfy and I loved snuggling up with it. Everyone commented on the nice bright colors, perfect for a winters day.

Check out the full range at Target Australia.

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The pattern is written out row by row, but there’s also a chart, which means this project is a great opportunity to practice reading a chart where you can check your work against the written pattern if you need to. 

It comes in two sizes, a crib blanket and a throw. The yarn used in the sample is an organic cotton sold by the cone, which is a great way to get a large quantity of yarn and have fewer ends to weave in. In fact, you can knit either size of the blanket with just one cone of yarn, which isn’t inexpensive but makes you a great, sturdy, heirloom quality but still washable blanket you’ll use for years to come. (Of course you can use any sport weight yarn you like to make this blanket.)

Check out all the details and grab the free pattern from Purl Soho. 

[Photo: Purl Soho]