Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2018 i Love Knitting for Baby

It’s never too early to start planning your Christmas knits and so we’ve got plenty of festive inspiration for the littlest members of your family this issue. For a must-knit Christmas pattern get started with Jane Burns’ adorable Rudolph jumper (page 6) – baby will be the star of the show! Our collection of super-cute hats on page 47 will keep little heads cosy and looking festive ũ›XLI›HMJƤGYPX›TEVX›MW›HIGMHMRK›[LMGL›SRI›XS›ORMX››[I› couldn’t, so we’re knitting the set!). An heirloom knit not to be missed is Ann Franklin’s WXYRRMRK›WRS[ƥEOI›FPEROIX››-XŭW›TIVJIGX›JSV›[MRXIV›EVVMZEPW› and is sure to be treasured (page 25). Also this issue, we’ve not forgotten Halloween – whip up a pumpkin hat and toys for the nursery and don't miss all the gorgeous new season yarns on page 28. Enjoy! PS If you have any technical…

Buttoned up I loved knitting this jumper from issue 61 for my great-grandsons, Lucas and Leo. I used Rico Baby Classic DK – a lovely soft yarn. My time is spent knitting for my grand/great-grandchildren and items for my local neo-natal unit. I eagerly await each new edition of Love Knitting for Baby, as it’s always packed with gorgeous patterns, tips and new ideas. Even after knitting for 64 years I’m inspired by the fabulous knitting patterns around. Pat Christie, via Facebook Lucy says Jo Allport’s design looks amazing worked in the Rico yarn, Pat.…

Y›ou can’t go wrong with stripes and a simple star motif – they suit both boys and girls, making this pattern one that you’re bound to come back to again and again. The jumper is knitted in stocking stitch throughout, with a ribbed collar and cuffs so it’s stretchy and soft to pull on. One shoulder is fastened with buttons as well, for extra ease. Knitted in hardwearing Peter Pan DK, it’s a stellar choice for wearing to nursery or on playdates. Star jumper You will need Peter Pan DK, 50g in: Blue Jeans (shade 913) x 2 (2: 2: 2: 3) balls – M Baby Blue (shade 306) x 1 (2: 2: 2: 3) balls – A Seal (shade 947) x small amount for Swiss darning – B 3.25mm…

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A›s the cooler nights start to draw in, a soft and woolly hat becomes a baby necessity – and any little one is sure to love this fun pumpkin design. It’s worked in a simple broken rib stitch with a stretchy rolled edge brim, then a little bit of easy colourwork at the top completes the look. This cosy hat MW›NYWX›XLI›XLMRK›MJ›]SYŭVI›LIEHMRK›SYX›XVMGO›SV›XVIEXMRK››SV›[SYPH› make a fabulous quick-knit Halloween present. Make a matching set for all the younger kids in the family – they’ll look amazing! Pumpkin hat You will need DROPS Karisma DK, 50g in: Orange (shade 11) x 1 ball – Yarn A Forest Green (shade 47) x 1 ball ũ›=EVR›& 3.5mm (UK 10/9, US 4) circular needle, approx 40cm in length 3.5mm (UK 10/9, US 4) double-pointed needles 2mm (UK…

Santa outfit You will need DROPS Alpaca 4-ply, 50g in: Red (shade 3620) x 5 (5: 6: 6: 7) balls – Yarn A White (shade 1101) x 2 (2: 2: 2: 3) balls – Yarn B 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) double-pointed needles (DPNs) 5mm (UK 6, US 8) double-pointed needles (DPNs) 5mm (UK 6, US 8) circular needle, 60cm (23Oin) long 5 (5: 6: 6: 6) buttons Tension 17 sts and 22 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st using 5mm (UK 6, US 8) needles and yarn held double Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 87 W› rapping baby up warm in winter weather just got easier! All you need is this gorgeous all-in-one, worked in easy stocking stitch with a chunky Santa hood and snuggly moss stitch edgings.…

R›udolph is always a favourite character at Christmas-time – that shiny red nose and cheeky smile, pulling Santa’s sleigh and helping deliver presents to boys and girls around the world! So any little one is sure to delight in this fun jumper, worked as a classic drop WLSYPHIV›HIWMKR›JSV›IEWI›SJ›ƤX› and knitting. Rudolph’s face is created with some simple intarsia on the front, and then embellished with 3D extras JSV›E›WYTIV›XI\XYVIH›ƤRMWL› Rudolph jumper You will need King Cole Big Value DK, 50g in: Red (shade 4029) x 2 (3: 3: 3: 4) balls – Yarn A Koala (shade 4024) x 1 ball – Yarn B Taupe (shade 4023) x 1 ball – Yarn C Emerald (shade 4050) x 1 ball – Yarn D White (shade 4020) x 1 ball – Yarn E Black…

Super trouper Wool and the Gang’s new baby yarn, Super Trouper Wool, a pure merino, comes in 10 shades and is inspired by Abba songs. Get tots singing in the Waterloo and Mama sweaters and the Mia beanie, botts and mitts set. Super Trouper Wool, £6.50 per 50g (80m) ball, www.woolandthe  gang.com Buzz, buzz 0SSOMRK›JSV›XLI›TIVJIGX›WXSGOMRK›ƤPPIV›JSV›E›GVEJX]› pal who can’t stop knitting? Look no further than these sweet little pots of balm from Love+Leche. Perfect for soothing dry, cracked hands, Little Bee Bars are all-natural, bee-autiful lotions in three delicious scents: citrus-rose, lavender-rosemary and lemongrass. Handmade using beeswax from New Mexico and organic, skin-healing GEPIRHYPE›ƥS[IVW››ERH› scented with plant-based essential oils, they absorb quickly into the skin for soft ƤRKIVXMTW›ERH›WQSSXL›› snag-free knitting. £8.75 from www.loopknittingshop.com Watch the birdie This…

Knit a cute and playful cover-up that will add personality to any little girl’s wardrobe! We’ve fallen in love with Jo’s cardigan and its many delightful details, including curved fronts in a bolero style, a pretty Peter Pan collar and hearts on the sleeves. There’s certainly plenty to keep your needles busy! The soft look of the cardie is enhanced further by a beautiful merino yarn from Patons, which comes in a range of divine shades. Red cardie You will need Patons Baby Smiles Fairytale Merino Mix DK, 50g in: Red (shade 01030) x 4 (4: 5: 5: 6) balls 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles 2 pairs of 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 3 stitch holders 1 x 1.5cm button Tension 22 sts and 30 rows…

W›ith his stripey scarf and toasty hat, complete with an oversized pompom, Penguin Pip is all dressed up and ready to face the chilly winter weather! Made from soft DK yarn in simple garter and stocking stitch, he’s a fun make that’s a perfect project for the season. Any little one will love receiving this arctic cutie in their stocking this year, and Penguin Pip is sure to be the recipient of many a Christmas cuddle! Penguin Pip You will need Rico Baby Classic DK, 50g in: White (shade 001) x 1 ball – Yarn A Slate (shade 056) x 1 ball – Yarn B Orange (shade 018) x 1 ball – Yarn C Jeans (shade 036) x 1 ball – Yarn D Smokey Blue (shade 042) x 1 ball…

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Pumpkin patch These sweet little stitch markers are ideal for your spookiest Halloween projects and autumn knits! £1.75 each from www.etsy.com/uk/shop/JibbyrooSews Autumn leaves Lisa Chemery of Frogginette’s lovingly created baby knits are inspired by memories of her grandmother. Each has a vintage feel with sweet details and timeless stitch patterns, like her cosy Storytime Scholar cardie (left) with garter stitch elbow patches and shawl collar. Add more autumnal hues to your little one’s wardrobe with Linda Whaley’s sweet bobble hats (right), knitted in ruby red, burnt orange, leafy green and copper. Storytime Scholar pattern, £5.10 from www.frogginette.com . Autumn bobble hats, £3.50 from www.lindawhaley.co.uk Fancy fox Be inspired by this season’s woodland animal trend and knit up a family of foxes! Made from King Cole’s…

These squishy pumpkins will make ideal cuddly toys for babies and toddlers, and are wonderfully seasonal – knit them once then get them out every year! They’re a fun › knit, too, with a clever sideways construction that uses increases and decreases with a combination of garter and stocking stitch to create the soft segments of the pumpkins. And the contrasting WXIQ›MW›XLI›TIVJIGX›ƤRMWLMRK›XSYGL››EPWS›GVIEXMRK›E›WMQTPI›LERHPI› for little hands to grab. You could even add a rattle inside! Pumpkin toys You will need DROPS Nepal Aran, 50g in: Orange (shade 2920) x 2 balls ũ›=EVR›% Goldenrod (shade 2923) x 1 ball ũ›=EVR›& Olive (shade 7238) x 1 ball – Yarn C 5mm (UK 6, US 8) knitting needles 8S]›WXYJƤRK Measurements Large pumpkin (filled): Circumference: approx. 48cm (19in); Height: approx. 8cm (3ºin) without stem Small…

Give colourwork and appliqué a go with these fun festive stockings! D›o you remember the joy of fetching your festive stocking down from the loft and hanging it up, ready for Christmas morning? Recreate that delight with this fun and colourful pair. Choose from a bright colourwork design or classic appliqué snowman, or if you can’t decide, why not make both! They’re sure to delight children (and adults, too!) and make beautiful heirloom gifts that will fast become part of your festive traditions. Stockings You will need Wendy Love It DK, 100g in: For colourwork stocking: x 1 ball of each: Cream (shade 5002) – Yarn A Orange (shade 5008) – Yarn B Green (shade 5005) – Yarn C Purple (shade 5009) – Yarn D Yellow (shade 5006) – Yarn…

There are lots of different weights of yarn to choose from, so read our handy guide to picking the right yarn for your project, fromdelicate laceweight to blankets and chunky big knits... 1, 2 & 3-ply Knit on 2 - 3.5mm needles. Use for delicate lace knitting and baby garments. Good for socks and gloves. 4-ply Knit on 3 - 4mm needles. Great for baby clothes, heavier socks and lightweight tops. Double knitting (DK) Knit on 3.5 - 4.5mm needles. Usually double the weight of 4-ply, this is the most widely used weight. Suitable for most garments and quick to knit up. Aran KnitSR››››››››QQ›RIIHPIW››3VMKMREPP]›GVIEXIH›JSV›ƤWLIVQIRŭW› jumpers. Use when DK isn’t heavy enough, and chunky is too bulky. Perfect for outdoor or warm clothing. Chunky Knit on 5.5 - 7mm needles. Associated…

Who taught you to knit and how long have you been knitting for? My mother taught me to knit when I was a child, so I must have been knitting now for over 25 years. I loved sewing and knitting as a child and made a wide array of things that I was very proud of at the time but were somehow mysteriously misplaced – not by me! 'ER›]SY›VIQIQFIV›XLI›ƤVWX›XLMRK› that you knitted? A quick loose knit jumper with huge needles in awful ombre brown eyelash yarn. It had a head hole and sleeves but that was about all it had going for it! (IWGVMFI›]SYV›ORMXXMRK›WX]PI I like to think of my style as being colourful and fun but also timeless. I love using traditional techniques with fun colourways. I take a…

Baa-rilliant I make these sheep and cow keyrings to sell at a market stall to raise money for our local hospital. It’s a really great way to use up spare DK in my stash, but it means I often make larger projects out of cream and brown colours to make sure I have the right colours left over for my stash! Lulu Smythe, via email Lucy says They’re ever so cute, Lulu. No doubt people would love them just as much in non-traditional colours! Cuddly cables I made this all-in-one for my great-grandson using Women’s Institute yarn and an old Sirdar pattern I’ve had for years. I’m 76 and have knitted most of my life. I stopped as the grandchildren grew bigger, but after losing my LYWFERH›ƤZI›]IEVW›EKS›-›[EW› lonely and needed…

6 October West Wales Wool Show Narberth, Wales Run by Pembrokeshire Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers, this show supports local producers. westwaleswoolshow.weebly.com 11-14 October Knitting & Stitching Show Alexandra Palace, London The ultimate crafty bonanza celebrates all things woolly. www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/ london 19-21 October Loch Ness Knit Fest Inverness Leisure Centre, Scotland Enjoy workshops, crafting village, marketplace, a ceilidh, highland feast and cruises on the Loch. www.lochnessknitfest.com 2-3 November Yarnporium Westminster, London A celebration of yarn, ƤFVI››JVMIRHW›ERH›XLI› making community, as well as exciting workshops and talks. www.yarninthecity.com…

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A classic Christmas colour palette is sure to get you in the mood for the festive season, so cast on this fun jumper today! Worked in simple four-row stripes with a crisp white edging, this knit features an envelope neckline that's both stylish and comfortable. The yarn has a touch of silk and cashmere, so you'll love the feel of it, too. Baby will want to wear this jumper every day, and that's why it's going straight to the top of the 'nice' list! Striped jumper You will need Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK, 50g in: Waterlilly (shade 005) x 1 (2: 2: 2) balls – Yarn A Jelly Bean (shade 604) x 1 (2: 2: 2) balls – Yarn B Teddy Red (shade 192) x 1 (1: 2:…

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H›eading out to the park for a spot of snowman building? Then be sure to wrap baby up in this adorable knit – simple, classic and brilliantly warm, it’s a real winter winner! The sweater has a textured front and back, and is knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Rascal. Famous for its softness, this yarn comes in a range of fun colour effects like this self-striping number – there are ten shades to choose from, so pick your favourite and get knitting! Jumper You will need Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK, 50g in Munchkin (shade 459) x 2 (2: 3: 4: 5) balls 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles Stitch markers Stitch holders Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st,…

With his simple shape and squashy body made from stocking stitch, this bear can easily be knitted in a weekend. This is an ideal project if you’re a new knitter as you’ll only need to know how to knit, purl and decrease to make him and you’ll see fast results with the chunky yarn. He’s a little too big for most Christmas stockings, but why not give him to a child on Christmas Eve to cuddle up with in bed – a perfect companion while they wait for Father Christmas! This is a great quick-knit gift for little ones, so get started today! Teddy You will need King Cole Magnum Chunky, 100g in Sandstone (shade 1437) x 3 balls Small amount black aran yarn for embroidery 6mm (UK 4, US…

What are your favourite yarns to knit with when it’s chilly? Worsted yarns, such as Malabrigo Rios; and Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino for lighter garments. What’s the perfect knitted gift for a mum-to-be? A bonnet! They’re so practical, I’m glad they’re making a comeback. What baby knits will you be working on this season? A sweater with a colourwork yoke and a kimono-style crossover jacket with a textured band. What shades will you be knitting? I’m in the mood for indigo and cream.…

Tree jumper You will need Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK, 50g in: English Rose (shade 2536) x 2 (3: 3: 3: 4) balls – Yarn A Dark Chocolate (shade 2505) x 1 ball – Yarn B Heather (shade 2539) x 1 (1: 1: 1: 2) balls – Yarn C Fuchsia (shade 2509) x 1 ball – Yarn D Primrose (shade 2513) x 1 ball – Yarn E 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) needles 4mm (UK 8, US 6) needles 5 or 6 4mm (UK 8, US 6) DPNs 4 stitch markers and 2 stitch holders Tension 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles 22 sts and 34 rows to 10cm (4in) over broken rib, using 4mm (UK 8, US…