Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2017 i Love Knitting for Baby

etCs that time of year when itCs warm enough to be outdoors and enjoy ourselves but still cool enough to need woollies. Thank heaven for knitting! This issue weCve got some fabulous knits for wrapping up in: lots of jumpers, cardies, booties, hats and blankets. And with picnic season on the horizon, our four teddy bear friends are wonderful toys to have fun with (page 55). ef you enjoy learning new stitch patterns youCll love our otitch callery (page 32), then sit back and read our news, updates and our chat with designer oue otratford (page 90). PS ef you have any technical queries about the patterns featured, email loveknitting@immediate.co.uk for help. Don’t miss our next issue, on sale on 7th fune.…

So sweet et’s no surprise that oirdar’s latest collection for kids is called Little Cutie Pies . /nitteH in &aF] &amFoo› a soft and gentle blend of FamFoo anH Wool› each Tattern is aHoraFle. ;e love the sWeet matinee Nacket in sk] FlYe anH a Hink] Tair of FoW Footies in coral anH cream. Little Cutie Pies ››e››››››8S›ƤRH›E›WXSGOMWX›KS› to www.sirdar.co.uk or call 01924 231 682 Wrapped up Babies love splish-splashing about in the tub, but they Wonŭt minH Fathtime Feing over if it means getting wrapped in this cosy vintage-style robe by (eFFie &liss. /nitteH in the designer’s ever popular 6ialto (/ With foYr si^e options available – M2, M8, ›› anH 3› months ũ this classic cable dressing gown makes a lovel] alternative to a sweater or booties as a…

T› his jumper and hat duo couldn’t be an easier knit! sorked in garter stitch, there’s not a purl in sight. oo itŭs UYick anH eas] to Ƥnish anH put straight on a lucky baby or toddler. Using nico’s lovely Baby Dream Dg self-striping yarn adds to the simplicity – you get colour variation without any effort! se love the ear ƥaTs on the hat› Which wrap little faces in cuteness and ensure their delicate ears are protected from cold weather. Stripy set You will need Rico Baby Dream DK – a Luxury Touch, 50g in Pink Mix (shade 002) or Orange Blue (shade 005) x 4 (5: 6) balls (for jumper) x 1 ball (for hat, all sizes) 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) knitting needles 3.25mm (UK 10, US…

K›nitted in a combination of Fair esle and moss stitch, this cardigan is bright and fun. The pattern is a four stitch by Ƥve roW reTeat› so e\TerienceH knitters Will get the hang of it pretty quickly and can merrily click aWa] While Watching the 8: or chatting With frienHs once the Ƥrst feW roWs are comTlete. ;e love the sYnn] shaHes YseH here, but the yarn also comes in pastel brights and neutrals if you prefer a softer palette. Cardigan =oY Will neeH Bergère de France Coton Fifty, 50g in: Ecarlate (shade 23165) x 2 (2: 2: 2: 3) balls – A Grenadier (shade 35264) x 1 (2: 2: 2: 2) balls – B Ficelle (shade 23906) x 1 (2: 2: 2: 2) balls – C 3mm (UK 11,…

W›e adore this smashing set for a fashionable baby. et comes with an interesting colour pattern at the bottom of the hat, body and sleeves which is super-simple to knit in self-striping Cygnet Fairy esle Dg. Nice and soft, they’ll make a wonderfully cosy wear for your baby or toddler. sorked mainly in stocking stitch, with moss stitch at the neck and cuffs, they’re so easy to work too. se think you’ll be knitting this set in every size! Jumper & hat You will need Cygnet Kiddies Supersoft DK, 100g in: Soft Grey (shade 1992) x 1 ball – A Aqua (shade 1953) x 1 (1: 2: 2) ball – B Cygnet Fairy Isle DK, 50g in: Genetian (shade 4090) x 1 ball – C 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3)…

Teddy bears go together › with childhood memories like tea and cake at a picnic! These knitted bears are soft anH sUYiHg] for tin] Ƥngers to squeeze and little arms to hug. aach of our quartet of best friends has a different-coloured body and is dressed in a unique oYtƤt. 8he]›re maHe from a harH]› machine-washable yarn and all the facial features are stitched, so theyCre nearly indestructible for the most boisterous hugging. Florence & her striped dress You will need King Cole Pricewise DK, 100g in: Fudge (shade 1741) – A White (shade 1) – B Black (shade 48) – C Larkspur (shade 13) – D Orchid (shade 1744) – E 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Toy filling ieasurements About 35cm, 13aein tall Tension 27 sts and…

Flynn & h› tank top You will need King Cole Pricewise DK, 100g in: Clerical (shade 49) – A White (shade 1) – B Black (shade 48) – C Sea Green (shade 27) – D Taupe (shade 37) – E 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Toy filling Tapestry needle ieasurements About 35cm, 13aein tall Tension 27 sts and 36 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) needles Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 87 BEAR Follow the bear instructions for Florence Ysing Clerical ›shaHe ››› as ]arn %. TANK TOP Front & back Using yarn D, work front and back as for kliverCs sweater, omitting the stripes. Find the centre front then, starting about M0 rows YT from riF› folloW the &ear…

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P›astel shades are just perfect for spring as they match the delicate shaHes of Flooming ƥoWers. The colours in this stripy jumper and beanie duo make it an ideal oYtƤt for romTing aFoYt oYtHoors and exploring the new life that’s popping up all around. The yarn, spun from supersoft bamboo, is machine washable, so intrepid explorers can scout around to their heart’s content without fear of messing YT their oYtƤt. Jumper & beanie You will need Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo, 50g, x 1 (1: 1: 2: 2: 2) balls of each in: Bobbi Blue (shade 115) – A Lemonade (shade 116) – B Limey (shade 155) – C Coo (shade 148) – D 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 3.5mm (UK 9, US E/4) crochet hook ››ƥS[IV›WLETIH›FYXXSRW ieasurements ,EX›XS›ƤX››››››››››››››››››QXLW››LIEH›…

D›elicate toes like to feel cosy and warm and they’ll feel just that in these gorgeous booties by Dnklo decorated with irresistible bunny features. iade from a combination of wool, mohair and silk yarns they’ll feel soft against the skin. sorked in garter stitch and ribbing, the]ŭre ƤnisheH With crochet anH a few stitches of embroidery. shat a wonderful gift for a new arrival or a playful toddler. Booties You will need DROPS Baby Merino, 50g in Light Yellow (shade 03) x 1 ball DROPS Kid Silk, 25g in Off White (shade 01) x 1 ball Small amount of light pink and grey 4-ply 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) double-pointed knitting needles 2.5mm (UK 12, US C/2) crochet hook Tapestry needle oizes 8S›ƤX›››››QXLW››››››QXLW››››››››QXLW›› ››]VW››››››]VW›››JSSX›PIRKXLW›ETTVS\›››› ››››››››››››››››GQ››››››}›››››››~›››}›MR Tension 22 sts and 45…

Amanda Jones www.ravelry.com/designers/amanda-jones Angela Turner www.angelaturner designs.etsy.com Ann Franklin www.ravelry.com/designers/ann-franklin Bergère de France www.bergerede france.co.uk CICO Books www.rylandpeters.com Debbie Bliss www.debbiebliss online.com Designer Yarns www.designeryarns.uk.com 01535 664 222 DROPS www.garnstudio.com Fiona Goble [[[›ƤSREKSFPI›GSQ› James C Brett www.jamescbrett.co.uk 01274 565 959 King Cole www.kingcole.com 01756 703 670 Peter Pan www.tbramsden.co.uk 01943 872 264 Readicut www.readicut.co.uk 0116 713 759 Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk Ruth Maddock www.ravelry.com/designers/ruth-maddock Sirdar www.sirdar.co.uk 01924 231 682 Sublime www.sublimeyarns.com 01924 369 666 Val Pierce www.ravelry.com/designers/val-pierce Wool Warehouse www.woolwarehouse.co.uk 0800 505 3300…

T› his jacket is beautiful, isn’t it? ef you’ve been looking to step-up your knitting prowess, this may be the one to start with as it’s best tackled by more experienced knitters. The knitting part is fairly About this yarn James C Brett Supreme Baby DK 70% acrylic, 30% polyamide 336m per M00g Machine WashaFle at 30ºC £2.99, for stockists call 01274 565 959 or visit www.jamescbrett.co.uk straighforward but putting the pieces together will provide the challenge – time and diligence are required. The end result is a most stunning garment. se’ve chosen a pretty lilac but it’s easily made for boys using a different palette. Lined jacket you will need James C Brett Supreme Soft & Gentle Baby DK, 100g x 2 ( 2: 2: 2) balls in each: Lilac…

29 April-1 May Weald of Kent Handmade Fair Tonbridge Treat yourself to goodies from stallholders and artisan producers. See www.ichfevents.co.uk  for details 11-13 May  Harrogate The Stitching, Sewing and Hobbycrafts Show Stock up on supplies and discover the latest crafting trends. Get your tickets at www. ichfevents.co.uk 13-14 May Wool@J13 Staffordshire A celebration of all things woolly. For tickets go to http://wool-j13.uk 27 May Highland Wool and Textiles Fair Dingwall A showcase of wool and textiles craftspeople. Find out more at www.highlandwool  andtextiles.co.uk…

Hugging a friend is one of › the loveliest things there is to do. Fiona coble has incorporated a cuddly friend into her comforter – a rather cute lamb that little ones are bound to fall in love with. There are several textures to fascinate babies who are busy exploring the world of touch. The comforter has a bold stitch texture in smooth yarn and the lamFŭs coat is a slightl] ƥYff] yarn – an interesting contrast to discover and learn about. Comforter You will need Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran, 50g in Coral (shade 073) x 1 ball – A DROPS Air, 50g in Off White (shade 01) x 1 ball – B Small amount light beige aran yarn – C Small amount black DK yarn 5mm (UK 6, US…

Simple lace stitch About this stitch Simple lacy pattern Pattern Multiple of 6 sts plus 1 st worked over 2 rows Row 1 *Yo, kM, slM, k2tog, psso, kM, yo, kM, rep from * around. Row 2 lurl. Joanna says: This two-row pattern is the main stitch pattern on this little bunny’s dress. ef you try the pattern from www.yarnspirations.com (free to download, just search for >oe &Ynn]› ]oYŭll ƤnH it›s knitteH in the round so that means the second row is knitted with a knit stitch instead of purl. &ecaYse - Was knitting this ƥat - changeH the wrong side stitch to purl to make it work. There is always a way to change a ‘knitted in the round’ pattern to a ‘back and forth’ pattern and vice versa!…

L›ittle girls will look as pretty as a picture in this adorable jacket, which has a stylish sailor collar trimmed with a row of eyelets all round. The eyelet theme is continued in the triangle panels that create the ƥare in the skirt anH in the Helicate shoes that go with the jacket. Together they make a perfect matching set. Finish the jacket off with a button – we’ve used round mother-of-pearl to add to the vintage look. Coat & shoes You will need Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK, 50g in Tiffany (shade 357) x 3 (4: 4: 5) balls (for the coat) x 1 ball (for the booties) 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles Stitch holder 1 button (for the…

Emily & her floral dress You will need King Cole Pricewise DK, 100g in: Taupe (shade 37) – A White (shade 1) – B Black (shade 48) – C Baby Pink (shade 4) – D Orchid (shade 1744) – E Sea Green (shade 27) – F \ 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Toy filling Tapestry needle ieasurements About 35cm, 13aein tall Tension 27 sts and 36 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) needles Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 87 BEAR Follow the bear instructions for Florence using Taupe (shade 37) as yarn A. DRESS ;ork Hress in the same Wa] as *lorence›s striped dress, omitting the stripes. Follow the *loWer Chart to 7Wiss Harn ranHom ƥoWers over the dress, working a…

Little star  sith Hollywood superstars nyan neynolds and Blake hively as parents, it’s no surprise that baby enes is showing trend-setting signs already. Her blue-grey knitted all-in-one is casual, comfy and has stacks of nautical style. Bergère de France’s onesie from Le Wooling #1 is almost iHentical to this little starletŭs oYtƤt› and it comes with a pair of matching booties to boot! >MTTIH›SRIWMI› ERH›FSSXMIW›TEXXIVR››e›››››JVSQ› [[[›FIVKIVIHIJVERGI›GS›YO 8MR]›TMVEXI Ahoy there me hearties! Trim your handknits (or tie up precious parcels) with this swashbuckling grosgrain and ric rac ribbon in sea-inspired colours from nostalgia gurus Belle and Boo. nibbon, £2 for 2x2m rolls. Buy the pair from www.belleandboo.com or call 0MM7 924 6382 Hello sailor The Twentieth Little Sublime Book has a HeƤnite naYtical feel› With front-buttoning sweaters, sailor collar jackets and…

Knitted on chunky circular › needles, this blanket from Dnklo can easily be completed in a weekend, so it’s ideal for when you’re short on time. There are just 59 stitches in a row and the pattern is super easy – blocks of moss stitch and a section with stocking stitch combine into a bold stitch pattern. Finish with a row of crochet and you’re done! The yarn comes in 70 shades so you’re spolit for choice for coordinating with the nursery. Blanket You will need DROPS Eskimo, 50g in Pastel Blue (shade 31) x 8 balls 10mm (UK 000, US 15) circular knitting needle (80cm (32in) long) 8mm (UK 0, US -) crochet hook ieasurements 68x85cm (27x33Ωin) Tension 9 sts and 12 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using…

Meet some of our knitting experts… Joanna Benner has helped many people learn to knit, and is ready to share her know-how Lucy Whyld is Love Knitting’s editor and has all the very latest yarn and baby garment trends EX›LIV›ƤRKIVXMTW Angela Turner has designed many of the baby patterns and toys featured in Love Knitting Sarah Heys has a degree in Knitwear Design and is here to solve your yarn tangles I-CORD INTRIGUE QI’m knitting a hat which has an i-cord tie for under the chin. I’ve tried following the pattern but all it says is: knit 3Ωin of i-cord over 4 sts. I can’t seem to get the hang of knitting one. How do you do it? Eileen Jones, Glasgow ASarah says: An i-cord is a tube knitted in…

iake a slip knot otart all knitting projects with this easy knot Twist the yarn into a loop, and form a second loop of yarn to pull throYgh the Ƥrst one› as shoWn. 8ighten the Ƥrst looT into a knot aroYnH the seconH. 8his Will noW Fe ]oYr Ƥrst cast-on stitch. Cast on – thumb method 9se this for an e\tra-stretch] eHge iake a slipknot with a long tail of ›.›cm ››in› Ter stitch that the Tattern asks ]oY to cast on. hoop the tail end of the yarn around your left thumb, and slide the neeHle tiT into this looT. srap the ball end of the yarn anticlockWise aroYnH the neeHle. 4Ysh the neeHle throYgh the looT. olide the loop off your thumb and tighten Foth enHs. 6eTeat steTs…

What do you love about knitting for babies? 8here are so man] cYte Tatterns aroYnH -ŭm sToilt for choice. 3f coYrse› - YsYall] aHH a small knitteH to] to accomTan] the garment› What are your favourite yarns for baby knits? - like Ysing a sYTerWash merino ũ ]oY get all the FeneƤts of a TYre Wool FYt can still machine Wash ]oYr ƤnisheH garments. Millamia has a great range of coloYrs in Foth sTortWeight anH aran. - also love to Yse an] cotton ]arn› sYch as (eFFie &liss Cotton (/. What trends do you see in baby knits? - think FaF] knits are more fashionaFle than ever. -ŭve seen reall] cYte Tatterns for caFles anH hYge Tom-Toms› NYst like their mYms might have. ColoYr is ever]Where too ũ itŭs lovel]…

Twin set  e was very excited about becoming a nann] for the Ƥrst time to tWin girls so out came my knitting patterns. e have knitted this cardigan many times before for friends. e knew the twins were going to be small babies so e have tried to knit them a bit small by knitting them on smaller needles. The girls are still too little to wear the cardigan sets as they are still on the big side but they will both look lovely when they’ve grown into them. Dawn Brown, via Facebook Lucy says Very pretty, Dawn – your girls will look lovely in them. Nautical pair e knitted these for newborn twins in Australia – they’re ideal for the weather there. e’ve made these designs so many…

T› his is a great pattern for any knitter who wants to try cabling. There’s just one cable stitch to master, which is worked once in each eight-row repeat for each of the three bands. The end result is a stretchy fabric with rows of neat twists in among rows of wide ribbing. The yarn is machine-washable so there’s no need to worry about baby spilling anything gooey on it. et’s also soft to the touch and you’ll love wrapping baby in it. Blanket You will need Peter Pan Pixie DK, 100g in Elf (shade 3123) x 4 balls 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) knitting needles Cable needle Row counter (optional) ieasurements 55x55cm, 21aex21aein when ribbing is fully extended across width Tension 19 sts and 26 rows to 10cm (4in)…

This stylish cardigan is a must-have in any baby’s wardrobe. The hoodie makes it ideal for cooler weather and the cotton yarn means it’s great for warmer days too. llus, its boxy shape with its neat moss stitch edges ensure baby will look presentable at posh occasions. And aren’t the knitted buttons fab? For an imaginative variation, the buttons could be worked in a contrasting yarn so they stand out as a bright style statement. Cardigan You will need Bernat Handicrafter Cotton, 400g in Blue Snow Cone (shade 27742) x 1 ball 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) knitting needles 5 buttons Tension 20 sts and 26 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) needles Abbreviations For standard abbreviations…

A› baby’s wardrobe can never contain enough booties. That’s a scientiƤc fact› 8hese Footies are decorated with oh-so cute kitten features and that makes them an absolute must-have. The foot part of the bootie is simple – garter stitch all over and no leg part to work. The ears, eyes and nose are small knitted pieces stitched on to the toTs anH the]ŭre ƤnisheH off with embroidered mouth, whiskers and eye centres. Booties You will need DROPS Baby Merino, 50g x 1 ball of each in:Grey (shade 19) – AWhite (shade 01) – BPink (shade 07) – CBlack (shade 21) – D3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needlesStitch holder oizes ››››››››››››››››››QXLW›XS›ƤX›WSPI›PIRKXL› 10.2 (12.2: 14)cm, 4 (4ae: 5Ω)in Tension 27 sts and 54 rows to…

K› nit our adorable deer hat for the smallest member of ]oYr famil]. -tŭs ƤlleH with wonderful detail, including simple Fair esle spots and the prettiest 3D ears. sarm and soft, it makes the perfect birthday gift for a little girl or boy with a passion for wildlife. sorked in simple rib and stocking stitch throughout, it’s quick to knit with even the Fair esle pattern easy enough for a beginner. ship it up in a couple of evenings for a last-minYte knit. D›r hat You will need Bernat Softee Baby, 140g in Little Mouse (shade 30010) x 1 ball – A Antique White (shade 30008) x 1 ball – B Prettiest Pink (shade 30205) x 1 ball – C 3.5mm (UK 9/10, US 4) double-pointed needles (DPNs) 3.75mm (UK…

Oliver & h› sweater You will need King Cole Pricewise DK, 100g in: Sand (shade 1695) – A White (shade 1) – B Black (shade 48) – C Surf (shade 143) – D Sea Green (shade 27) – E 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Toy filling ieasurements About 35cm, 13aein tall Tension 27 sts and 36 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) needles Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 87 BEAR Follow the bear instructions for Florence using oand (shade M695) as yarn A. SWEATER Front Using yarn D, cast on 36 sts. ;ork › roWs ›\› riF. ;ork ›› roWs st-st. Change to ]arn &› st-st › roWs. Change to ]arn )› st-st › roWs. Change to ]arn &› st-st…

ROCKPOOL DiC Natura Cotton - Aguamarina (shade 25). £3.55 per 50g (M55m) ball. 8S›ƤRH›E›WXSGOMWX› KS›XS ›[[[›HQG  GVIEXMZI›GS›YO›SV› GEPP››››››››››››››› LAGUNE otylecraft Classique Cotton - Azure (shade 367M). £4 per 50g (92m) ball. 8S›ƤRH›E›WXSGOMWX›KS› XS ›[[[›WX]PIGVEJX›  ]EVRW›GS›YO›SV›GEPP› ››››››››››››› SEASPRAY ging Cole Comfort 3ply - lale oky (shade 264). £3.79 per M00g (6M6m) ball. 8S›ƤRH›E›WXSGOMWX› ZMWMX ›[[[›OMRKGSPI›  GSQ›SV›GEPP› ›››››››››››››…

S› tripes worked in stocking stitch is usually a pretty straightforward knit to tackle but this jumper includes a delightful leter lan-style collar and button-up neck opening to add a bit of a challenge. The collar is made in two parts and stitched on after the main pieces have been sewn together, and the neck opening needs intarsia work. et’s knitted in a cotton yarn, making it ideal for parents who prefer to Hress their kiHs in natYral ƤFres. Striped jumper You will need Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK, 50g in: White (shade 3660) x 2 (2: 3: 3) balls – A Fuchsia (shade 3692) x 2 (2: 3: 3) balls – B Peppermint (shade 3691) x 2 (2: 3: 3) balls – C 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles…

L›ayettes are an age-old gift for babies and this set is a contemporary version of a classic. et’s a simpler design than traditional layettes, which are often lacy. The pieces are mainly stocking stitch with garter stitch trimming, and the contrasting edges add a bold and bright Hetail. *anc] FYttons Ƥnish off the look for a ver] st]lish oYtƤt. -tŭs worked in a yarn that gives great stitch HeƤnition ũ Whatŭs more› itŭs machine washable too. L›ette set You will need Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK, 50g in: Elkin (shade 337) x 5 (5:6) balls – A Rubber Duckie (shade 559) x 1 ball – B 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) knitting needles 8 buttons ieasurements Booties: 9 (10.5: 12)cm, 3Ω (4:4ae)in Bonnet: overhead cheek to cheek 28.25 (30:…