Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2015 i Love Knitting for Baby

Hello and welcome to the new issue of Love Knitting for Baby. I’m delighted to be back from maternity leave and excited to share this issue’s gorgeous patterns with you! We’ve got a fabulous mix of knits to see you through late summer and early autumn this issue. Keep baby snug with our beautiful sailor cardie (p6) and cosy starburst coat and hat (p64). For warmer days, try the comfy all-in-one (p48) or pretty Fair Isle dress (p68). Get ahead for Halloween with Joanna Benner’s fun pumpkin cardie (p58) and if you’re looking for party wear, try Peter Pan’s two-tone lacy cardie (p35) or Bergère’s stripey lemon top. Prepare to amaze little ones with our fantastic collection of adorable circus toys (p19), including Nellie the elephant, Natalia the trapeze artist,…

Friendly rather than fierce, Parsley is the king of the circus! His body, legs and head are knitted in stocking stitch with the mane done in garter stitch, to add a contrasting texture that a little one will love to touch. A squashy and huggable body means he’s sure to be a welcome addition to any toy collection, and we’re sure that this loveable beast will be a pattern that you’ll be asked to knit time and time again! YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Special DK 100g in: Sunshine (shade 1114) x 1 ball Walnut (shade 1054) x 1 ball Cream (shade 1005) x 1 ball Black (shade 1002) x 1 ball • 3mm (UK 11) knitting needles • Tapestry needle • Polyester filling MEASUREMENTS • Approx 25cm (10in) tall…

A little one can never have too many cardigans in their wardrobe, and as this timeless pattern goes up to age three, it can be re-made as your child grows up so they have it for every age! The lacy panels, ribbed bands and ruffled edge add interest, while the nylon and acrylic blend yarn used in the cardie ensures it will stand up to repeated washings. YOU WILL NEED • Peter Pan DK 50g in: White (shade 300) x 2 (2: 2: 3) balls (colour M) Summer Pudding (shade 307) x 1 (1: 1: 1) balls (colour C) • 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles • Stitch holders • 4 (4: 5: 5) buttons MEASUREMENTS • To fit 0-6 months (6-12 months: 1-2 years: 2-3 years) TENSION •…

Wouldn’t it be great if every outfit in your baby’s wardrobe felt as light and relaxed as this soft cotton-mix all-in-one by Bergère de France? As parents will know, little ones feel most comfortable wearing little or nothing at all, but this stripey knit won’t feel in the least bit restrictive, as there’s plenty of room to wriggle, roll about and – most importantly – grow! Amazingly, you’ll only need 100g of yarn to knit this in its smallest size, so if you’ve got a couple of balls of 4-ply hiding in your stash this is the perfect way to put them to good use! YOU WILL NEED • Bergère de France Coton Fifty 50g in: Ficelle x 1 (2: 2) balls (colour A) Nougat x 1 (2: 2) balls…

Every baby needs a bib to help keep their clothes shipshape and Bristol fashion, so this knitted version is as adorable as it is practical! The boat motif is cleverly created by alternating garter stitch with stocking stitch, with a deep garter stitch border and buttoned strap. It’s knitted in a yarn that’s a blend of wool and cotton, in the appropriately-named Sea. YOU WILL NEED • Rowan Wool Cotton 4 ply 50g in Sea x 1 ball • 3mm (UK 11) knitting needles • Button measuring 1.2cm (½in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS • To fit 3-6 months TENSION • Tension is not important for this project ABBREVIATIONS • For standard abbreviations see page 87 BIB Pattern notes All increases are worked with the yarn forward at the beginning of every…

Meet some of our knitting experts… Joanna Benner  has helped many people learn to knit, and is ready to share her know-how Anne MacGregor  loves to try new knitting and crochet techniques, and is keen to pass on her tips Anna Davenport  is Love Knitting’s publisher and enjoys shopping for yarns and clever gadgets Sarah Heys  has a degree in Knitwear Design and is here to solve your yarn tangles POM PROBLEM Q I’m making some pompom bunting for my baby’s bedroom but it’s taking me forever to make the pompoms. Do you know any quicker ways of doing it? I’ve been wrapping my yarn around pieces of cardboard. Sally Collins, Liverpool A Sarah says: Your method is great way to make pompoms without having to buy anything other than…

ANGELA TURNER www.luxurybabyknits.co.uk BERGERE DE FRANCE www.bergeredefrance.co.uk DEBBIE BLISS www.designeryarns.uk.com 01535 664 222 DERAMORES www.deramores.com 0800 488 0708 DROPS DESIGN www.garnstudio.com DMC www.dmccreativeworld.co.uk 0116 275 4000 GMC www.thegmcgroup.com 01273 488 005 HAYFIELD www.sirdar.co.uk 01924 231 682 KING COLE www.kingcole.co.uk 01756 703 670 PATONS www.make itcoats.com 01484 681 881 PETER PAN www.tbramsden.co.uk 01943 878 264 RED HEART YARNS www.redheart.co.uk 01484 681 881 RICO www.rico-design.de ROWAN www.knitrowan.com 01484 681 811 SEARCH PRESS www.searchpress.com 01892 510 850 SIRDAR AND SUBLIME www.sirdar.co.uk 01924 231 682 STYLECRAFT www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk 01535 609 798 TOFT ALPACA www.thetoftalpacashop.co.uk…

When it comes to adorable heirloom baby knits, Sublime always comes up trumps. This cute-as-can-be sailor-style cardigan is designed in a super soft and scrumptious blend of cashmere, extra fine merino and silk, so it’s one you’ll want to hold on to and pass down to new babies in the family. With its traditional collar, pale blue shade and white garter stitch stripes, this sweet little knit is perfect for a first birthday party, christening or family gathering – or just an afternoon spent beachcombing by the sea and building sandcastles. YOU WILL NEED • Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK in: Seesaw (194) x 2 (3: 4: 5) balls (colour M) Vanilla (03) x 1 ball (colour C) • 4mm (UK 8, US 6) and 3.25mm (UK 10, US…

The song has Nellie the elephant packing her trunk and saying goodbye to the circus, but our little elephant is still happy to be in the big top! Nellie and the rest of her circus pals are knitted in Stylecraft Special DK, which not only is a great value yarn – each 100g ball packs 295m of yarn and only costs £1.99 – but it is also machine washable, meaning that you can easily keep these four performers looking show-ready at all times! YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Special DK 100g in: Silver (shade 1203) x 1 ball Pomegranate (shade 1083) x 1 ball Turquoise (shade 1068) x 1 ball Sunshine (shade 1114) x 1 ball Matador (shade 1010) x 1 ball Cream (shade 1005) x 1 ball Oddments of…

With his mint green hair, ruffled hat and, of course, a big red nose, Coco is the perfect comedic addition to our knitted big top! His basic body shape follows a lot of the same pattern as the trapeze artist, with the feet, legs and body knitted all in one piece. Baggy trousers and buttoned braces add the perfect finishing touch, and Angela has used the brightest yarns in the Stylecraft DK range to create a wonderfully vivid toy. YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Special DK 100g in:Cream (shade 1005) x 1 ballRoyal (shade 1117) x 1 ballPomegranate (shade 1083) x 1 ballBlack (shade 1002) x 1 ballTurquoise (shade 1068) x 1 ballSunshine (shade 1114) x 1 ballBright Green (shade 1259) x 1 ballMatador (shade 1010) x 1 ball •…

This lovely duo from Red Heart may be simple in shape but their gorgeous patterning makes them something very special indeed. The delicate lacy detailing on the yoke of the cardigan and the crown of the hat contrasts beautifully with the moss stitch used for the rest of the fabric, creating varying textures that a baby will love to explore. Red Heart Soft Baby Steps is an excellent value yarn, too, meaning that you can knit both the cardigan and hat for between £6 and £8, depending on the size that you want to make. YOU WILL NEED • Red Heart Soft Baby Steps 100g in Aqua (shade 00006) x 3 (3: 3: 4) balls • 5mm (UK 6, US 8) circular needle, measuring 60cm (24in) • Stitch marker •…

Q A friend kindly gave me three balls of Erika Knight chunky yarn last month. It’s not enough to knit something for myself but I was wondering if it I could use it to use it to knit something for my baby daughter instead? Sam Harris, Bristol A Sarah says: Erika Knight’s yarn is really lovely and it would make a great jacket or hat for your daughter. You’ll be pleased to hear that Erika has created a special collection of patterns using this yarn for babies and children for John Lewis (03456 049 049 or www.johnlewis.com). I think the junior jacket (£2.95) would be perfect and it only needs three or four balls of yarn depending on which size you want to knit.…

MAKE A SLIPKNOT START ALL KNITTING PROJECTS WITH THIS EASY KNOT CAST ON – THUMB METHOD USE THIS FOR AN EXTRA-STRETCHY EDGE CAST ON – TWO NEEDLE METHOD USE THIS FOR A STRONG, HARDWEARING EDGE CAST OFF WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU’VE REACHED THE END KNIT LEARN THE STITCH THAT EVERYONE’S CRAZY ABOUT PURL A KNIT STITCH ON THE OTHER SIDE HOW TO FOLLOW A KNITTING PATTERN YOU WILL NEED Our handy shopping list tells you what needles to use, how much yarn to buy and whether you need any extra items such as buttons or zips. SIZING GUIDE Consult the sizing guide to find measurements for all the different sizes you can knit the item in. TENSION The tension tells you how many rows and stitches you need to…

Who taught you to knit, and how long have you been knitting for? My mum taught me when was littie. I remember knitting a scarf (with lots of holes!) for my teddy when I was seven. How did you get into designing knitwear? I love sewing as well as knitting so have lots of patterns for both, but one day found a book called Practical Knitting Illustrated. It was published in the 1940s and it tells you how to work out a knitting pattern from a sewing pattern by working out the measurements and the tension. It was totally inspiring and set me off on my journey. Who or what influences your designs? All three of my grandchidren. What's your favourite of your baby designs, and why? The purrpkr cardigan…

With the pale blue and white shades evoking the sky on a summer’s day, and an on-trend geometric triangle print, this blanket is sure to head to the top of your must-make list! Fairytale Cloud knits up into a fabric that’s similar to terry cloth and feels incredibly cuddly, so it’s also great for toys and clothes. The Baby Smiles family of yarns are all tested to the highest of manufacturing standards, making them super-safe for baby. Little ones will love to explore the soft texture of this snuggly yarn and mums will love that it’s been tested for saliva-resistance, too! YOU WILL NEED • Patons Baby Smiles Fairytale Cloud DK 25g in: White (shade 01001) x 8 balls (colour 1) Pale Blue (shade 01054) x 8 balls (colour 2)…

Taking inspiration from the glamorous trapeze artists of the circus, the amazing Natalia is the star of the flying trapeze in our knitted troop of performers! If you’re new to making toys, she’s a great project to start with, and is adaptable into your colour scheme of choice. The basic body shape, hair and tutu-style dress means that you can also easily make her into a ballerina if you have a budding dancer you’d like to knit her for. YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Special DK 100g in:Cream (shade 1005) x 1 ballWalnut (shade 1054) x 1 ballPomegranate (shade 1083) x 1 ballRoyal (shade 1117) x 1 ballSunshine (shade 1114) x 1 ballBlack (shade 1002) x 1 ball • 3mm (UK 11) knitting needles • Tapestry needle • Polyester filling…

Knitting for babies has been a popular pastime ever since handknitting gained prominence as a hobby in the mid nineteenth century. It’s often the first place that beginner knitters start, as garments are small, and there are a huge range of styles and yarns available specifically for little ones. But how do modern patterns compare with those from the last century? And what are the influences on the styles that we knit today? Style through the ages Up until the mid twentieth century, it was extremely common for babies to wear knitted garments from top to bottom, so patterns were created for everything from nappy covers and vests to cardigans and coats. What’s striking, however, is that how well some of them translate to today’s style. “There are lots of…

Knitted in the round on double pointed needles, the lace patterning on the toes of these booties forms a decorative panel which gives them a pleasingly Scandinavian feel. If you’re new to knitting from charts, starting on a small project such as this is a good introduction to the technique, while more experienced knitters should find they can knit up these gorgeous booties very quickly. YOU WILL NEED • DROPS Merino Extra Fine 50g in Blue Steel (shade 14) x 1 (2: 2: 2: 2) balls • 2.5mm and 3.5mm (US 4) double pointed knitting needles MEASUREMENTS • To fit 1-3 months (6-9 months: 12-18 months: 2 years: 3-4 years) TENSION • 22 sts over g-st over 10cm (4in), using 3.5mm (US 4) needles ABBREVIATIONS • For standard abbreviations see…

A garter stitch yoke, zingy sunshine yellow stripes and a row of pretty bows gives a really dressy air to this Bergère de France cardigan. You may want to keep it for Sunday best, or team it with tiny jeans so your toddler can wear it to a party, not forgetting to add bows to her hair to match! Knitted in Coton Fifty, this fine yarn knits up into pleasingly even stitches and yet is not fragile, being sturdy enough for machine washes at 30› and the tumble dryer. Sew a row of press studs to the button bands to make it easy to dress your baby or toddler in this beautiful garment. YOU WILL NEED • Bergère de France Quality Coton Fifty 50g in: Coco x 2 (2: 3:…

FOUNDATION CHAIN LIKE CASTING ON, THIS IS THE BASIS FOR YOUR CROCHET PROJECT TURNING CHAIN HOW TO START THE NEXT ROW CAST OFF FINISH OFF YOUR CROCHET PROJECT DOUBLE CROCHET A BASIC STITCH THAT CREATES A DENSE FABRIC TREBLE CROCHET A TALLER STITCH FOR A MORE OPEN RESULT…