Hand Knitting like Nana Used to

Hand Knitting like Nana Used to Quality goods hand made in New Zealand by two people who just love to knit

Years ago I asked my mum and grandma what they would like for Mother's Day, they both responded that they'd love for me to know how to knit,and so they taught me, and thus the page was born!

I've seen these gorgeous little vests around for years! Now I have my own daughter I definitely wanted to make some! Thi...
07/06/2026

I've seen these gorgeous little vests around for years! Now I have my own daughter I definitely wanted to make some!

This one is a size 3, 100% wool outer and a cotton flannelette lining to complement

I will be selling them for $35 but this one has a few learning curves in it so I'm letting it go for $30

Im sure the saying is "knit when the baby sleeps" right?
03/06/2026

Im sure the saying is "knit when the baby sleeps" right?

I've always wanted to be able to make things for my own kids 🥰 and now that little nana is here I can! I made this nappy...
24/05/2026

I've always wanted to be able to make things for my own kids 🥰 and now that little nana is here I can! I made this nappy stacker today to help store her clothes nappies that aren't in use ❤️

Knitting has certainly taken a back seat since our daughter arrived on the scene, but who can blame me? I just want to s...
21/05/2026

Knitting has certainly taken a back seat since our daughter arrived on the scene, but who can blame me? I just want to soak up all those baby snuggles 🥰

Maybe by the time I finish this size 3-4 jumper our little lamb will be able to fit it 🤣

With a new baby in the house not much knitting is happening but I took the opportunity to make some tops for mr nana and...
17/05/2026

With a new baby in the house not much knitting is happening but I took the opportunity to make some tops for mr nana and baby nana today 🥰

It's pretty special to take your little one out for the day, and finally be able to use your own knits!
02/05/2026

It's pretty special to take your little one out for the day, and finally be able to use your own knits!

We have been keeping a secret...... you may see the back of her head from time to time, but we won't be showing her face...
29/04/2026

We have been keeping a secret...... you may see the back of her head from time to time, but we won't be showing her face, or sharing her name publicly.

This is the newest member of the HKLNUT team, and let's be honest..... the new boss! The biggest adventure ever begins!

New cosmetic bag colour combos coming Top colour is outer, bottom is lining 🥰
18/04/2026

New cosmetic bag colour combos coming
Top colour is outer, bottom is lining 🥰

Friday night party 🥳
17/04/2026

Friday night party 🥳

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