Knitting for Babies: 35 Adorable Patterns for Baby Mittens, Comforters, Cardigans, Hats, and More

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.

Having learned to knit when she was young, Amy Philip took up the craft again when she was pregnant with her eldest daughter in 2010. Disappointed with the patterns available at the time, Amy began designing her own knitwear. She opened an Etsy shop and her first collection was awarded a Gold Etsy Award in 2016. Her company Button & Blue went on to win the Best Small Business Award in the Handmade Awards 2018 and has been featured in Mollie Makes, Red magazine, the Independent, the Guardian, and the Telegraph. Alongside seasonal knitwear collections, Button & Blue sells kits and patterns. Amy is based in Brighton, UK. Find out more on her website, www.buttonandblue.com, and Instagram: @buttonandblue.