Knitting needles to the ready...
Published on Thursday 16th November 2006
In the last couple of years, knitting has made a come back. Even fashion icon Sarah Jessica Parker, who was photographed knitting a little jumper for her son on set in between filming , has embraced the trend.
But I for one am no knitter - I haven't got the patience nor the inclination to learn so as rewarding as it might be to toil away producing reams of jumpers, hats and scarves for ones nieces and nephews I'd far rather pay someone else to do it for me. So enter Bugs & Fairies  - a retailer that combines the talents of traditional master needle knitters with the sharp creative eye of two London designers. The result? A classic range of lovingly knitted children's clothing.
The delicate baby collection goes from newborn up to 18 months. This Pompom Stripe Set (£38) in blue cashmere is divine. It contains a hand-knitted blue ear flap hat, booties and mittens on a string. And I adore this pure white cotton Classic Cardigan (£28) - nothing beats white on a newborn baby. This Classic Baby Cashmere Set with matching hat and booties, comes in cotton (£48) or cashmere (£54) and with a price difference that small, remember they're never too young for cashmere.
  
The girls collection goes from 1 to 5 years and includes this Contemporary Cardigan (£38). Made from soft, silky, double knit taupe cotton, it's luxurious, up to date and finished with little natural shell buttons.
The ultimate outfit from Bugs & Fairies has got to be this Bridesmaid and Birthday Ballet Wrap Set (£54). It's every little girl's dream come true - I only wish I'd had an outfit like this when I was four. Really what could be sweeter? Available in pale blue, cream and pink.
Bugs & Fairies is definitely more about fairies than bugs but there are some nice chunky knits for boys such as this French Collar Cardigan (£36) and this Boat Neck Jumper (£34).
 
Last but not least, for a little gift this Christmas or for a newborn, pop one of these Keepsake Bunny (£24) beside them whilst they sleep.
www.BugsandFairies.co.uk
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