Hello, and welcome to my shop – Por Vida. I love knitting gorgeous things for babies with a focus on simple, classic and minimalist design. Ease of dressing, comfort, versatility and quality materials were all things I focused on when knitting for my own baby and I loved being able to create special and unique items that were practical enough to be worn day after day. Getting ‘cost per wear’ can be difficult with babies – they grow so fast!

I mainly knit with 4-ply 100% merino as it produces a light, flexible and breathable garment. I found thick jumpers a bit too heavy and restrictive on a little baby. The merino I use is soft, warm and washes up nicely. Ideally you want to hand wash it but lets be honest, anyone with a baby hasn’t got time for that so machine wash is fine too, just use a delicates bag.

By purchasing something I’ve made you are part of the slow fashion movement, which values quality, lasting beauty and social connectedness. Being able to keep garments for future babies, or pass along an outgrown item is a cool feeling too.

If you have something in mind that you don't see listed, please feel free to get in touch and I may be able to custom knit something for you. I’m keen to branch out into comfy, cozy women’s cardigans and jumpers after knitting a whole bunch for myself and absolutely loving them.

- Anita @ Por Vida
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