Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2017 i Love Knitting for Baby

Babies brighten our world, donCt they? And for those of us who are knitters, a baby is a wonderful excuse to get our needles out and make something adorable. This issue, weCve got some lovely knits youCll want to make. ThereCs a pretty dress with matching beret (page 2M), a terriƤc NYmTer HecorateH With a cYte Hog›s face ›Tage ››› plus coats, hats, booties, blankets, nursery decor and a delightful monkey toy (page 29) for babies to cuddle. opecial this issue is a feature about knitting toys for a TrematYre FaF] charit] ›Tage ›0› anH oYr oWn collection of knits for tiny early arrivals (page 4M). 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 Mst…

Tote-ally tropical Time to gather up your latest work-in-progress and your copy of Love Knitting and head to the park, beach or a favourite corner of the garden for a spot of al fresco knitting! se’re bananas for this tote from Cath gidston – it even has an inner pocket for stitch markers and sun block. &EK››e››››8S›FY]›KS›XS ›[[[›GEXLOMHWXSR›GSQ › SV›GEPP›››››››››››››› Cotton on se love arika gnight’s cossypium Cotton. et’s soft, ƥYff] anH kinH to FaF] skin› and it’s available in a palette of deep hues and neutral shades that have ‘heirloom knit’ written all over them. Now there’s more reason to treat yourself to a ball or two, as arika has added four new shades to the range: ekat (deep blue), Daring (russet), litch (black) and Boho (pinky…

K› nit this neat little tank top in double-quick time. nich in colour, onuggly Baby Crofter 4-ply from oirdar creates a faux Fair esle pattern as you knit, giving you an abundance of colourful stitches without the effort of traditional Fair esle knitting. This tank top is knitted in a colour that’s new for this range. Not only that but it’s machine washable too. sith no sleeves to work, this makes a fabulous, quick weekend project. Tank top You will need Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter 4-ply, 50g in Archie (shade (166) x 1 (1: 1: 1: 2) balls 2 .75mm (UK 12, US 2) knitting needles 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles Stitch holders Tension 28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3.25mm (UK 10,…

W› hat child won’t want to play with this cute monkey toy? He’s maHe in seTarate Tieces› Which are then NoineH together› stYfƤng as ]oY go. /nitteH in stocking stitch› With a Fit of garter stitch at the eHges of the ears› the striT] FoH] anH heaH are one Tiece anH the arms› legs› ears› mY^^le anH nose are seWn on to it. 6ememFer to stitch all parts on securely to Trevent an] Tart Feing TYlleH off HYring roYgh anH tYmFle Tla]. Monkey You will need Stylecraft Special DK,100g x 1 ball each of: Grey (shade 1099) – A Silver (shade 1203) – B Citron (shade 1263) – C Oddment of white DK yarn 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) circular needle Stitch markers…

This little cardigan has been designed for wrapping around the littlest of babies and thought has been given to the special care premature babies need. et has wide sleeves to aid dressing and buttons on the cuffs so that tin] Ƥngers Honŭt get caYght. At the hem, sea-green ribbing forms a base for the picture of an underwater garden with swirling seaweed and a delightful seahorse dancing about among it. Seahorse cardie You will need Peter Pan 4ply, 100g x 1 ball of Soft Cream (shade 330) – A Peter Pan 4ply, 50g x 1 ball each of: Lupin (shade 936) – B Mango (shade 934) – C Bubbles (shade 905) – D Note: there is enough yarn to make the cardie plus the booties plus the beanie 2.75mm (UK…

C›uddling a toy gives a feeling of security and safety for small babies who are often bewildered by the brightness and loudness around them. This little octopus has a soft, squishy head and body and he wonCt mind being squeezed! His swirly tentacles are a tactile sensation for babies to explore, letting them know their new world is full of friendliness. Octopus toy You will need DROPS Safran, 50g x 1 ball of Orange (shade 28) 2.75mm (UK 12, US 2) knitting needles 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Length of black embroidery thread White sewing thread 8S]›WXYJƤRK ieasurements 15cm, 6in from top of head to tip of XIRXEGPI›[LIR›WXERHMRK››››GQ››10in circumference at widest point Tension 27 sts and 34 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK 11, US…

What’s your favourite summer baby knit? Cute sundresses in bright colours, preferably with matching bloomers! Knitting indoors or outdoors in summer? 8LEX›HIƤRMXIP]›HITIRHW›SR›XLI›[IEXLIV›› Knitting outside is lovely when it’s warm, but if it’s blowing a gale and raining I’d rather knit indoors, dreaming of the sun. What’s your tip for summer knitting? Don’t choose something that’s too big or heavy. Smaller projects – and baby wear is ideal – work really well when it’s hot. What shades will you be knitting with? Turquoise, either on its own or combined with other colours – perhaps a navy or even a contrasting tangerine.…

L› et baby dift off to sleep perchance to dream of going on an adventure... This design is so cute, you’ll want one for yourself! et’s inspired and will be a cinch to knit. aach balloon is made of four panels in different colours, and they’ve got cute little baskets dangling from them. Hang this gorgeous mobile (securely!) over the cot for baby’s delighted amusement. Mobile You will need Peter Pan Merino Baby DK, 50g x 1 ball of each: Blue (shade 3039) – A White (shade 3030) – B Lilac (shade 3037) – C GGold (3038) – E 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) DPNs 8S]›WXYJƤRK White cotton thread Sewing needle and thread 25mm, 1in, plastic ring 20cm, 7aein, embroidery hoop (inner ring…

T› rimmed with rows of reverse stocking stitch and with squared-up sides, these booties look like they’re meant for walking, but they’re specially for wee ones up to Ƥve months olH. 8he]ŭre maHe in the round and are therefore an ideal small project for practising knitting with DlNs. iake them in a rainbow of colours to match everything in baby’s wardrobe – they don’t take long to knit so you can whip a few up in no time! Booties You will need Sock yarn of your choice, 50g x 1 ball 2.5mm (UK 12/13, US 1/2) DPNs Tapestry needle Stitch marker 60cm, 24in, ribbon, 10mm, aein, wide ieasurements 0-5 months Tension 30 sts and 42 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 2.5mm (UK 12/13, US 1/2) needles Abbreviations For…

T› his delightful jumper is worked in stocking stitch and has striped sleeves. The dog’s face is knitted in the intarsia method, though his ears are knitted separately and stitched on afterwards. There’s a nicely tactile contrast between the bouclé yarn of the dog contrasted with the smooth yarn of the jumper. gids will love to tickle the little dog’s fur! se’ve used strong colours but this jumper will work just as well in brighter shades. Jumper You will need Sirdar Snuggly DK, 50g in: Mini Monster (shade 475) x 2 (2: 2: 3: 3: 3) balls – A White (shade 251) x 1 ball – B Black (shade 312) x 1 ball – C Whisper (shade 313) x 1 ball – D 7MVHEV›7RS[ƥEOI›(/››››K›\›››FEPP›SJ› Elephant Grey (shade 707) – E…

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R›ico has HesigneH this HelightfYl Hress anH Feret With girl] girls in minH. -t has Foth a vintage feel anH )YroTean ƥair. /nitteH mostl] in stocking stitch› the Hress is eHgeH With moss stitch anH the Feret With garter stitch. 8he contrasting stitch Tatterns are echoeH in the contrast FetWeen the straight vertical lines of the Hress anH the gentle cYrve of the neckline. MaHe in a FolHer ]arn this WoYlH make a lovel] oYtƤt for formal occasions. Pinafore & beret =oY Will neeH Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK, 50g in Nude (shade 046): x 3 (3: 4) balls (for the pinafore) x 1 (1: 1) ball (for the beret) 3.5mm (UK 9/10, US 4) knitting needles 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 3.5mm (UK 9, US E/4) crochet…

W›e love nuth iaddockCs lovely bolero. Teamed With a ƥoat] Hress› it makes the Terfect Tart] oYtƤt for little girls. se’re seeing parading bridesmaids and dancing fairies in our imagination. The raglan sleeves create a perfect slope to set off the lace Work› Which makes a pretty skirt to the bolero. et’s maHe in a ]arn With a slight halo› adding to the air of lightness in the lacy stitch pattern. A little button at the front Ƥnishes it off FeaYtifYll]. Bolero You will need Peter Pan Petite Fleur DK, 50g x 1 (1: 2: 2) balls in Peony (shade 3082) 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) knitting needles 1 button, 15mm diameter Tension 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st,…

T› he main pieces of the coat in this set designed by Dnklo are knitted with sleeves incorporated, so there are fewer seams to work. et wraps around to tie at the waist – no buttons! These elements make the coat an easier knit than traditional coats with buttons and set-in sleeves. The hat has a sweet point at the forehead and gently curves around the face. iost of the trio is knitted in garter stitch and there is a ribbed section to the socks. Coat set You will need DROPS Delight, 50g in Pink/Purple (shade 06): x 3 (3: 4: 4: 5) balls (for the coat) x 1 ball (for the hat, all sizes) x 1 ball (for the socks, all sizes) 2.5mm (UK 12/13, US 1/2) circular needle…

E› very baby’s wardrobe needs cardigans. And for warmer days, waistcoats are pretty handy too. This pair are designed in a classic style that never goes out of fashion. They’re worked in garter stitch with cabled rows to add extra interest to an already interesting stitch pattern. DY Choice’s new-season yarn, Baby Cloud Aran, is the perfect yarn for knitting up these must-have garments as it gives faFYloYs stitch HeƤnition. Cardie & wa›tcoat You will need For the cardigan DY Choice Baby Cloud Aran, 100g in Pink (shade 06) x 3 (3: 3: 4: 4) balls 6 (6: 6: 7: 7) buttons For the waistcoat DY Choice Baby Cloud Aran, 100g in Lilac (shade 05) x 2 (2: 3: 3: 4) balls 5 buttons For both 4mm (UK 8, US…

MELON SORBET Conway & Bliss holli - satermelon (06) £3.95 for a 50g (MM0m) ball. Find stockists at www.designeryarns. uk.com  or call 01535 664 222 BANANA SPLIT nico assentials Cotton Dg in Banana (63) £2.99 for a 50g (M30m) ball. Find your local stockist at www. rico-design.de APPLE JUICE ocheepjes Catona in Apple creen (389) £M.79 for a 50g (M25m) ball. Order from www. woolwarehouse. co.uk  or call 0800 505 3300…

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 CABLED HAT Q I’m quite new to knitting and am going to attempt a cable-patterned hat for my one-year-old. I’m really confused about what a cable needle is, though. How is it different to a normal knitting needle? Sally Turner, Leicester A Joanna says: A cable needle is important, especially when knitting cables for the Ƥrst time. -tŭs a…

Adding a spin e made this set for my best friend’s soon-to-arrive grandchild. e had six weeks before baby arrived and ƤnisheH them tWo Weeks early! e found a blanket pattern e liked then added my own spin on it by increasing stitches on the row ends so e didn’t have to pick up and knit the side borders at the end. e found the mitts and hat pattern on navelry. Sue Bellas, via Facebook Lucy says It’s adorable, Sue. I love the hat that looks like ice cream! Longed-for arrival This cardie and booties are for a friend Who is Ƥnall] e\Tecting her Ƥrst baby after years of erF. The patterns were in the iarch issue of Love Knitting for Baby. Becca Woolston, via Facebook Lucy says I’m sure…

This blanket is knitted in a wool and nylon mix, making it cool and soft to the touch. The three colours each feature a different stitch pattern, providing a variety of textures for your baby to explore. The stitch patterns have been especially chosen for the differences in texture, and for their reversible qualities. Using an odd number of rows for each colour ensures that the blanket is truly reversible, with no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ side. Stripy blanket You will need West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep Luxury Baby DK, 50g x 1ball each of: Rascal (shade 504) – A Piglet (shade 269) – B Unicorn (shade 565) – C 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) knitting needles or circular needle, 80cm, 32in long ieasurements 75x90cm, 29Ωx35Ωin Tension 20 sts and 33rows…

T› he yarn this waistcoat is worked in has a subtle sheen to the Ƥnish anH a metallic thread running through it, making it perfect for party clothes. hittle fashionistas will be the belle – or beau – of the ball! iainly organic cotton, the yarn is comfortable and breathable to Wear. 8hoYgh a fairl] Ƥne ]arn› it’s made bulkier by knitting with two strands held together. et’s a reasonably quick project to knit, so little ones can be party-ready fast! Waistcoat You will need ›&IVKɮVI›HI›*VERGI›6IƥIX›››››K›MR›4VEMVMI› ›WLEHI››››››››\››››››››››››››››FEPPW ›››QQ››9/››››97››››ORMXXMRK›RIIHPIW ››[SSHIR›FYXXSRW Sizes 8S›ƤX›››››››››››››››››››QSRXLW Tension ›››WXW›ERH››››VS[W›XS›››GQ›››MR››SZIV› WX›WX››YWMRK››››QQ››9/››››97››››RIIHPIW Abbreviations *SV›WXERHEVH›EFFVIZMEXMSRW›WII›TEKI››› WAISTCOAT Pattern notes  sork using two strands of yarn held together throughout. night front sith 4.5 mm (Ug 7, Uo 7) needles and 2 strands of yarn held together, cast on 23 (24: 26:…

T› his sweater, knitted in garter stitch throughout, is made in one piece and joined together at the side seams, making it quick to knit and great for beginners. The simple stripe pattern is bright but subtle; it’s more of a bold detail than a main element. se’ve chosen a contrasting yarn for stand-out stripes but any colour combo will look fab. The sweater has a square neckline and fastens with two buttons at the shoulder. Sweater You will need Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk 4ply, 50g in: Waterlily (shade 005) x 1 (2: 2: 2) balls – A Button (shade 051) x 1 (1: 2: 2) balls – B 3.25 (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles (a pair and a spare) 3.25 (UK 10, US D/3) crochet hook Stitch…

M›ake this beanie with straight needles and sew up the seam, then seW Hecorative Ƥshes F] 7Wiss darning them onto the brim. The rib detail of the crown is designed to Ƥt snYggl] on FaF]›s heaH so it doesnCt slip off accidentally. Beanie You will need Peter Pan 4ply, 100g x 1 ball of Soft Cream (shade 330) – A Peter Pan 4ply, 50g x 1 ball each of: Lupin (shade 936) – B Mango (shade 934) – C Note: there is enough yarn to make the cardie plus the booties plus the beanie 2.75mm (UK 12, US 2) knitting needles 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles Length of black embroidery thread ieasurements 8S›ƤX›LIEH›GMVGYQJIVIRGI››››››GQ›› ››››MR››››››GQ›››}MR›JVSQ›GVS[R›XS›FVMQ Tension 28 sts and 38 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK…

T› his gorgeous blanket is a patchwork of M30 squares. aach square is about the size of a coaster so you can build it up in small pieces, making it a great project to work on while you’re out and about. There are no rules about colour choices – simply pick six shades you love then mix and match. You’ll end up with something totally unique. nowan has also included mitts and booties in the same lovely merino/silk yarn. Blanket set You will need For the blanket Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK, 50g, 4 balls each of: Bluebird (shade 684) Dawn (shade 672) Cloud (shade 693) Pebble (shade 690) Straw (shade 671) Rose (shade 678) 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles For the mitts & booties Rowan Baby Merino…

Pineapple crush se’re stashing our stitch markers, cable needles and other knitterly bits and pieces in this zip-up pouch by ieri ieri. et’s made in cotton canvas and trimmed with gold stitching. £M2 from www.sistersguild.co.uk. Call 0M373 455080 for details. Bright young thing There’s no such thing as too much colour when it comes to this summer’s baby knits, and with its bright block colours this sweet swing tank from laintbox Yarns captures the season’s trend for tropical brights perfectly. The intermediate-friendly design is free to download and available in sizes 0-6 months to 4-5 years, and there are more than 50 shades to mix and match, from juicy oeville krange to zing-tastic hime creen and fruity naspberry link. Go to www.loveknitting.com Tangerine dream A warm weather staple…

B›abies will love to play on this super-soft, vibrantly coloured blanket. et’s a fabulous sensory experience for very little babies, too, as the lofty yarn will feel soft and silky against their delicate skin while they roll around and explore their surroundings. et’s an easy knit with enough stitch variations to keep you interested: textured stripes are formed with rows of moss stitch interspersed with rows of rib, worked in a special stitch. Blanket You will need Bernat Baby Softee Colors, 120g in Purple Rainbow (shade 51008) x 4 balls 4mm (UK 8, US 6) circular needle, 90cm, 36in long Stitch markers ieasurements 84x96.5cm, 33x38in Tension 21 sts and 38 rows to 10cm (4in) over m-st, using 4mm (UK 8, US 6) needles Abbreviations K1below: Knit into next st 1…

M›ake miseraFle colHs and irritating allergies a bit more bearable With this kook] little accessor]. 8he FoH] is knitteH ƥat› anH HesigneH to Ƥt aroYnH a tissYe box with the help of some shirring elastic. aach limb and facial featYre is knitteH as a seTarate piece – some in the round – and stitcheH onto the ƥat faFric. -tŭs a perfect project for newcomers to knitting in the roYnH› as itŭs small anH UYick to comTlete. T›sue box cover You will need Peter Pan Merino Baby DK, 50g x 1 ball of each: Blue (shade 3039) – A White (shade 3030) – B Lilac (shade 3037) – C Green (shade 3040) – D 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) DPNs 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 2 x15mm, 6in, sew-on…

What do you love about knitting for babies? - think ever] knitter enNo]s the sTeeH of making a small garment› - also think thereŭs something ver] sTecial aFoYt creating something for a neW arrival ũ ever]one aTTreciates a hanHcrafteH gift for a FaF]. What trends do you see in baby knits? - think the cYrrent trenH of ver] classic FaF] Wear Will continYe for a While ]et Fefore We retYrn to an]thing too Fright anH UYirk]. What are your favourite yarns for baby knits? -t might Fe a Fit Foring FYt - NYst like a nice soft (/ in a single coloYr so that the stitches shoW YT reall] clearl]. What advice do you have for new knitters? Make as man] notes as ]oY feel ]oY neeH to Fe conƤHent…