Thursday, 20 December 2012

Knit a Christmas Jumper / Sweater Campervan / Kombi Style!

I finally managed to finish knitting my "kids camper van jumper" (though for people rather smaller than my own kids!).  This jumper is designed to fit kids from 0-6 months up to 7 years. (I might have a go at an adult sized one later next year).
This is based on the VW Splitscreen but I'm hoping to do a Bay too (If you want a Bay one, let me know by email and I'll let you know when the pattern is available).
As it's Christmas time I figured I'd go a bit festive with the colours, hence the red, green and white and a candy cane hood!  You can of course customise your colours :)
If you fancy having a go at knitting one, the pattern is available in my Etsy shop.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SnuginaDub
Merry Christmas and Happy knitting everyone!
Tracy x

Sunday, 9 December 2012

Campervan Egg Cosy or Christmas Tree Decoration ???

I was thinking (I know, steady on!), there is no reason you couldn't use the Campervan Egg Cosy Pattern to make some Festive Dub Decorations for your Christmas tree.
Why not sew a bell inside to add a festive touch ;)
Maybe you could fill them with some kind of Christmas scented pot pourri and stitch a felt base on them, or even better, fill them with small sweets and sew in a paper base as a treat for the kids (unless they are liquor chocolates in which case back off kids, they're mine!).
If you decide to give it a go I'd love to see some photos - just send me an email - tracy@snuginadub.co.uk
Campervan Egg Cosy (or Christmas Decoration!) Pattern available at Etsy.com

Monday, 26 November 2012

Campervan Cakes and Christmas Cakes

Just had to share a photo of the cake our 15 year old son made for his Dad's birthday - well done son!
Complete with marzipan and icing to match our own Splitty, coconut grass, chocolate crunchy rocks and a jelly stream all to remind us of a wonderful weekend camping with the Late Bay Club in our van (we were invited, honest!) at Malham Cove in Yorkshire.

He has also made our Christmas cake - taken from a recipe in Decembers Good Food Magazine.  
The Edd Kimber Family Christmas Cake on page 192.  
It has come out really well and we can't wait to try it!

Sunday, 25 November 2012

Campervan Kindle and iPad Covers - great Christmas gifts :)


Just found these fabulous cases / covers for Kindles and iPads made by WhimsyWooDesigns on Etsy and based on the VW Campervan (Kombi / Bus).  Thought they would make a fantastic Christmas present for someone!  (Husband - are you reading this!!!).
www.Etsy.com

Campervan Christmas Knits

If anyone is stuck for a unique and personal handmade gift to give the VW Campervan (Kombi / Bus ) fan in their life why not have a go at one of our knitting patterns?  You can make them a really personal present by using your own colours!  We currently have Beanie Hats, Egg Cosies and Blankets with both the Splitscreen (Splittie) and the Bay versions.  I'm also working on a Kids Christmas Jumper (sweater) (I'm sure you could use the chart for your favourite adult jumper pattern too!)
My patterns are listed on our website SnuginaDub (just click on the "craft stuff" tab) and also on Etsy





Happy crafting this Christmas!

Friday, 27 July 2012

New Campervan Knitting Pattern

I've just added a new blanket knitting pattern to our collection, this time based on the Volkswagen Early or Late Bay Campervan.  The pattern is available for £1.99 on our website: http://www.snuginadub.co.uk/Campervan_Knitting_Patterns.html
also via our Etsy store http://www.etsy.com/shop/SnuginaDub

Patterns are sent via email in PDF format (don't forget to check your spam boxes if you order one - some are escaping into there!)
Have fun and happy knitting!

Monday, 9 July 2012

Competition to win some I love my VW Campervan (or Beetle!) bunting

Phew - that was a busy few weeks, Mighty Dub Fest followed by Stanford Hall followed by CamperJam.  Thought I'd better catch up with the blog before the next event!
We decided a feel good moment was required as the weather seems to have gone completely haywire so we're having a competition :)
You have a chance to win some of our bunting.  You can choose up to 10 letters and a VW of your choice, Splitty, Bay or Beetle - any colour you like!
For a chance to win all you have to do is visit our home page and click on the competition button on the top left then follow the instructions. 
You don't have to buy anything - it's free to enter.
Good luck!