Knitting for Babies and Toddlers: 35 Projects to Make: Timeless Patterns for Clothes, Blankets, and Nursery Decorations - Paperback

by Amy Philip (Author)

A beautiful and functional collection of 35 knitting patterns for baby garments and accessories.

The arrival of a new baby is the perfect time to create a special hand-knitted piece that can be enjoyed and treasured for years to come. Here, you'll find 35 contemporary designs that tap into current trends for timeless, unisex baby clothing in natural and organic fibers. As well as cozy garments such as cardigans and rompers, there are adorable accessories including booties and beanie hats, and even toys, bunting, and pillows for a nursery. The designs are made up in natural, soft yarns that are both gentle on the skin and easy to care for, and the clothing patterns include different sizes from newborn up to age 3. You'll also discover how to use different techniques such as intarsia, Fair Isle, and hand stitching to embellish the pieces with unique details such as rainbows, apples, and clouds.

Author Biography

Amy Philip designs and makes gorgeous knitwear for babies and toddlers. She uses fine natural fibers along with minimal, gender neutral design, and playful details to create pieces that both children and their parents will love. Her brand Button & Blue won the Etsy Kids & Baby Award 2016. She lives in Brighton, UK, with her husband and three children. You can find her creations on Instagram @buttonandblue and Etsy: buttonandbluestore.