Cacey Baby Hats

February 23, 2016, 11:31 am

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Another simple but effective little baby hat pattern for you to try - 0-3 months or medium preemie Happy knitting

Casey Premature Baby Hat

0 - 3 months Cacey Baby Hats Medium Preemie

Cacey Baby Hats

Requirements:

DK yarn ~ around 9g for medium preemie, 16g for 0 – 3 months size

4mm needles

Gauge 22sts = 4” (10cm)

Medium Premature Baby

Size:

Width: 4.5” (11.5cm) 9” (23cm) all around

Height: 4.5” (11.5cm)

Using 4mm needles & DK yarn, cast on 45sts

Border ~

Knit 6 rows OR work 6 rows in rib. Increase one stitch at end of last row (46sts)

Pattern ~

1st Row: Knit

2^nd Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 3 rows

6^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

12^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 3 rows

16^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

17^th Row: Knit

18^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Shape Top ~

Next Row: S1, k4, * k2tog, k3, repeat from * to last st, k1 (38sts)

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: S1, knit to end

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: * k2tog, k2, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2tog (28sts)

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: S1, knit to end

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: S1, k1, * k2tog, k1, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2tog (19sts)

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: S1, *k2tog, repeat from * all across row (10sts)

Next Row: P2tog, all across row (5sts)

Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.

With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure

Sew up side seam and weave in ends.

0 - 3 months

Size:

Width: 6” (15.25cm) 12” (30.5cm) all around

Height: 6” (15.25cm)

Using 4mm needles & DK yarn, cast on 63sts

Border ~

Knit 8 rows OR work 8 rows in rib. Increase one stitch at each end of last row (65sts)

Pattern ~

1st Row: Knit

2^nd Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 3 rows

6^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

12^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 3 rows

16^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

22^nd Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 3 rows

26^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 1 row

28^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Shape the top ~

1^st Row: (K6, k2 tog) repeat to last st, k1                   57sts
2^nd, 4^th,6^th,8^th,10^th Rows:    S1, purl to last st, k1
3^rd Row: (K5, k2tog) repeat to last st, k1                    49sts
5^th Row: (K4, k2tog) repeat to last st, k1                    41sts
7^th Row: (K3, k2tog) repeat to last st, k1                    33sts
9^th Row: (K2, k2tog) repeat to last st, k1                   25sts
11^th Row: (K1, k2tog) repeat to last st, k1                    17sts
12^th Row: (P2tog) repeat to last st, k1                          9sts

Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.

With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure

Sew up side seam and weave in ends.

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Lazy Daisy Angel Gown

February 26, 2016, 11:46 am

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Well .... once I started to write the instructions for angel baby burial gowns ..... I really had to add this ....... hope you like it -

the Lazy Daisy Angel Gown.

Lazy Daisy Angel Gown

Lazy Daisy Angel Gown

Size ~

Width 11", Length 8½"

Requires ~

20g – 22g 4ply yarn, 3.25mm needles

This sweet little Angel Gown can be fastened with either 3 tiny buttons ~ or a length of ribbon.

If you are using the ribbon closers – omit the buttonholes from rows 3, 19 and 35

Cast on 37sts

Rows 1 & 2 Knit

Row 3 K2, yrn, k2tog (this makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Rows 4 & 5 Knit

Row 6 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 7 K6, *(yfwd, k1, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts,k4 55sts

Row 8 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 9 K6, *(yfwd, k3, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts, k4 73sts

Row 10 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 11 K6, *(yfwd, k5, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts, k4 91sts

Row 12 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 13 K6, *(yfwd, k7, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts, k4 109sts

Row 14 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Rows 15 - 18 Knit

Row 19 K2, yrn, k2tog (this makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Row 20 K18, cast off 21sts knitwise, k30, cast off 21sts knitwise, k17 67sts

Row 21 K2, *(k7, m1) to last 9sts, k9 OR you can do it this way ~

K2, *(k6, kfb) to last 9sts, k9

Row 22 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4 75sts

Row 23 K2, *(k7, m1) to last 9sts, k10 OR you can do it this way ~

K2, *(k6, kfb) to last 9sts, k10

Row 24 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4 84sts

Row 25 Knit

Row 26 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows four times more

Row 35 K2, yrn, k2tog (this makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Row 36 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 37 Knit

Row 38 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Repeat last 2 rows 18 times more

(Work should now measure around 8“ from the cast on edge – it is easy to adjust the length here)
Knit 5 rows
Cast off loosely (if you find this difficult – use a larger size needle)

Darn away ends

Add 3 tiny buttons ~ or ~ cut a length of ribbon into 4 pieces and sew 2 pieces on either side of back edges at the neck and bottom of the yoke.

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

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Ventilator Baby Bonnet - Crochet & Knit

February 29, 2016, 10:06 am

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I just made this sweet crochet baby bonnet - the little flap is so that babies in hospital can be scanned easily. I believe these are also known as ventilation bonnets.

The instructions were given to me - but sadly I am not really sure who wrote the pattern - and I really want to share a link so that some of you might make some too.............

So can you help ? Do you know if this pattern belongs to a designer / or a charity group ? I tried to find the source on google and pinterest without any luck. Please leave me a comment if you can help.

I did find a knitted version at ~

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ventilator-bonnet-with-knitted-ties

Pease check with your local NICU that they are able to use this before making,
as not all places are able to.

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Sweet Angel Baby Hat and Bonnet

March 2, 2016, 10:42 am

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Another little Angel Baby free pattern for you all .........

Please check with the charities you like to knit for if these are suitable........
And I would love it if you would let me know if they are welcomed !

(Otherwise, the dolls get these!)

Sweet Angel Baby Hat & Baby Bonnet

Sweet Angel Baby Hats

I used DK yarn and 4mm needles for these ~

(You can also use 4ply and 3.25mm needles if you want even smaller hats)

Small Angel Baby Hat

Cast on 51sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, * k2tog across row (26sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last two rows 5 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 17: K2tog across row (13sts)
Row 18: P1, * p2tog across row (7sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam
Darn away ends

Medium Angel Baby Hat

Cast on 57sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, * k2tog across row (29sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last two rows 6 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 19: S1, * k2tog across row (15sts)

Row 20: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 21: S1, knit to end
Row 22: S1, * p2tog across row (8sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam
Darn away ends

Large Angel Baby Hat

Cast on 63sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, * k2tog across row (32sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last two rows 8 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 23: K2tog across row (16sts)

Row 24: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 25: S1, knit to end
Row 26: P2tog across row (8sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam
Darn away ends

Small Preemie Baby Hat

Cast on 69sts
Knit 5 rows
Row 6: S1, * k2tog across row (35sts)
Row 7: S1, knit to end
Row 8: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last two rows 9 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 27: S1, *k2tog across row (18sts)

Row 28: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 29: S1, knit to end
Row 30: P2tog across row (9sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam
Darn away ends

* * * * *

Sweet Angel Baby Bonnets

I used DK yarn and 4mm needles for these ~

(You can also use 4ply and 3.25mm needles if you want even smaller bonnets)

You also require a length of satin ribbon

Small Angel Baby Bonnet

Cast on 40sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, * k2tog, k1, repeat from * to end (27sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: K2, purl to last 2sts, k2
Repeat the last two rows 5 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 17: S1, * k2tog across row (14sts)
Row 18: P2tog across row (7sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam from top as far as halfway down the opening to the top of the border

Darn away ends
Cut ribbon in half and sew to each side of bonnet

Medium Angel Baby Bonnet

Cast on 44sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, k1, * k2tog, k1, repeat from * to end (30sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Repeat the last two rows 6 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 19: K2tog across row (15sts)

Row 20: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 21: S1, knit to end

Row 22: S1, * p2tog across row (8sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam from top as far as halfway down the opening to the top of the border

Darn away ends
Cut ribbon in half and sew to each side of bonnet

Large Angel Baby Bonnet

Cast on 49sts
Knit 3 rows
Row 4: S1, * k2tog, k1, repeat from * to end (33sts)
Row 5: S1, knit to end
Row 6: K2, purl to last 2sts, k2
Repeat the last two rows 8 times more

Shape Crown ~

Row 23: S1, * k2tog across row (17sts)

Row 24: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 25: S1, knit to end

Row 26: S1, *p2tog across row (9sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam from top as far as halfway down the opening to the top of the border

Darn away ends
Cut ribbon in half and sew to each side of bonnet

Small Preemie Baby Bonnet

Cast on 54sts
Knit 5 rows
Row 6: * K2tog, k1, repeat from * to end (36sts)
Row 7: S1, knit to end
Row 8: K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Repeat the last two rows 9 times more

Shape Crown ~
Row 27: K2tog across row (18sts)

Row 28: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 29: S1, knit to end

Row 30: P2tog across row (9sts)

Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches, draw up tight and secure.

Join back seam from top as far as halfway down the opening to the top of the border

Darn away ends
Cut ribbon in half and sew to each side of bonnet

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

But please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced or republished

on another webpage or website without my permission.

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The Spring Knitting and Stitching Show 2016

March 6, 2016, 8:10 am

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I had such a lovely day out yesterday at the Knitting & Stitching Show at Kensington Olympia, London

Thought you might to see what I saw!

Here is my Photo Gallery

For those who like to knit or crochet ~

yarn, yarn, yarn ...........

needles & hooks ~

For those who like extreme knitting ~

For those who like to spin ~

For those who like haberdashery ~

For those who like to sew ~

For those who like patchwork quilts ~

For those who like fashion design ~

For those who like cross stitch ~

For those who like a little vintage ~

And a bag or two to carry your purchases home in ~

The venue ~

http://www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/spring/

Oh - and of course, I didn't waste my time on the train journey ......

instructions will follow as soon as I get them typed up :) x

Angel Baby Gowns - Crochet

Did you go to the show ? Did Icapture the spirit?

I would really love your comments :)

These photos may not be copied or reproduced or republished

on another webpage or website without my permission.

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Stella - Crochet Angel Baby Gowns

March 7, 2016, 11:18 am

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I promised you all a crochet Angel Gown - hope you like it.

Please check their suitability with the charity groups you like to support.

Stella - Crochet Angel Baby Gowns

Stella Crochet Angel Baby Gown UK Terminology

Using DK yarn and a 4mm hook, chain 33

Row 1:
tc in 4^th ch from hook and in the next 2 ch, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (corner), tc in next 6 chains, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (corner), tc in next 7 chains, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (corner), tc in next 6 chains, (tc, ch, tc) in next chain (corner), tc in next 4 ch, turn

Row 2:
ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next 4 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 8 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 9 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 8 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 5 tc, turn

Row 3:
ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next 5 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 10 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 11 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 10 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 6 tc, turn

Row 4:
ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next 6 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 12 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 13 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 12 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 7 tc, turn

Row 5:
ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next 7 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 14 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in ch (center of corner), tc in next 15 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 14 tc, (tc, ch, tc) in next ch (center of corner), tc in next 8 tc, turn

Row 6:

ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next 8 tc, tc in ch (center of corner), skip stitches to the next ch, tc in ch (center of corner), tc in next 17 tc, tc in ch (center of corner), skip stitches to the next ch, tc in ch (center of corner), tc in next 9 tc, turn

Row 7:

ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in next tc, * 2tc in next tc, tc in next 2 tc, repeat from * to end, turn

Row 8: ch3 (counts as first tc), tc in each tc across row, turn

Repeat row 8 ten times more

Fasten off. Weave in ends

To finish:

Add tiny buttons or ribbon ties

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

But please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced or republished

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Primavera - Crochet Baby Hat

March 12, 2016, 5:49 am

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I have been making these cute little hats - they are a really easy, quick project.

Primavera - Crochet Baby Hats

I often choose pastel colours for babies - but I decided to make these in bright bold colours that remind me of how much I love spring.

PrimaveraCrochet Baby Hat 0 -3 months

Requirements:

DK yarn
4mm crochet hook

Pattern:

This pattern is written in UK terminology

tc = treble crochet dc = double crochet ch = chain

Worked in the round

Chain 3, join with a slip stitch into a ring

Round 1: Ch2, make 11tc into ring, slip stitch to join (12sts)

Round 2: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, 2tc in each stitch all around, join with slip stitch (24sts)

Round 3: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, * 1tc in next stitch, 2tc in next stitch repeat from * all around, join with slip stitch (36sts)

Round 4: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, * 1tc in next stitch, 1tc in next stitch , 2tc in next stitch repeat from * all around, join with slip stitch (48sts)

Round 5: Ch2, 1tc in each stitch all around, join with slip stitch (48sts)

Rounds 6 - 11: Repeat round 5

(Work should now measure around 5“ in length – you can adjust here)

Cut off main colour yarn, add in contrast colour yarn ~

Round 12: Ch2 then 4tc in same stitch, ch2, miss 1st, slip st into next st, ch2, miss 1st, * 5tc in next st, ch2, miss 1st, slip st into next st, ch2, miss 1st, repeat from * all around, join with slip stitch.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

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Easy Childrens Bedsocks

March 13, 2016, 2:00 pm

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A few days ago a member of my facebook group added a pattern for children's bedsocks - they are so cute! I really love them.

She has given me permission to share her pattern here too!!

Thank you very much Ally Jay.

I have simplified the pattern for beginner knitters, using one or two colours ~ and added Ally Jay's original 3colour version too.

Easy Bedsocks Age 2 – 4 Years

Using 4.5mm (US size 7) and DK yarn needles cast on 30sts loosely. Leave quite a bit of a tail for sewing up.

Change to 4mm (US size 8) needles and garter st (every row knit) 18 rows using fluffy or contrast yarn if desired

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Change to 3.25mm (US size 10) needles and K1 P1 rib 18 rows using main colour yarn.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Change back to size 4mm (US size 8 needles).

K20 turn. Leave the remaining 10sts on a safety pin or holder. Do not cut. Turn

(Top of foot), K10 turn.

Knit 23 rows garter st.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Pick up and knit 13sts down side of middle panel, slip the 10sts left on the safety pin onto left hand needle, and knit across these 10sts

Knit 23sts, pick up and knit 13sts down side of middle panel, k10

Knit 11 rows garter stitch.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

SHAPE TOE

K1 K2tog K18 (K2tog K10 K2tog) K18 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K17 (K2tog K8 K2tog) K17 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K16 (K2tog K6 K2tog) K16 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K15 (K2tog K4 K2tog) K15 K2tog K1

Knit 1 row

Cast off …. leave a long tail for sewing under foot and then up to the garter stitch top cuff...sew that with yarn left from the cast on.

Here is the original pattern in two sizes -

thank you again for sharing your lovely pattern Ally

Ally Jay’s Children’s Bedsocks Age 2 – 4 Years

First some notes. It may seem at first that the different needle sizes changing back and forth are just an unnecessary amount of fiddling, but believe me it makes a HUGE difference to the finished product. The bedsocks are started at the top and finish under the foot, so the cast on HAS to be relaxed. I use a crotchet hook to pick up the stitches around the foot as it is easier than trying to hook up the loops with the needle. For girls, the top cuff can be worked with fluffy yarn and for the boys, I just use a different contrast. (3 different colours used) although you can use as many or few as you like. They are knitted with 8ply (Double Knitting) and size 7, 8 and 10 needles. (4,5mm, 4mm and 3.25mm). They can be worn fully pulled up or folded over.

Size 7 needles cast on 30sts loosely. Leave quite a bit of a tail for sewing up.

Change to size 8 needles and garter st (every row knit) 18 rows using fluffy or contrast yarn.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Change to size 10 needles and K1 P1 rib 18 rows using main colour yarn.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Change back to size 8 needles. K20 turn. Leave the remaining 10sts on a safety pin or holder. Do not cut.

Change to second contrast colour (top of foot), K10 turn. Knit 23 rows garter st.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Slip the 10 sts on safety pin onto needle and from the inside edge and using the main colour again, knit to the end of the row (so now you will 10sts in main 10sts in contrast and 10sts in main on your one needle.

K10 pick up 13sts on side of middle panel k5 on top of toe …use another (size 8) needle to k5 on top of toe (10 sts altogether on top of toe…using the extra needle helps in turning the corner, otherwise the stitches pull badly) pick up another 13 sts down the other side of the middle panel and then K10 remaining sts.. (56 sts altogether on three needles) You can get rid of that third needle on the very next row when you get to it…it will have done its job of helping you around the corner).

Knit 11 rows garter stitch.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

SHAPE TOE

K1 K2tog K18 (K2tog K10 K2tog) K18 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K17 (K2tog K8 K2tog) K17 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K16 (K2tog K6 K2tog) K16 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K15 (K2tog K4 K2tog) K15 K2tog K1

Knit 1 row ….leave a long tail for sewing under foot and then up to the garter stitch top cuff...sew that with yarn left from there.

Cast off.

For age 4 – 6 years…same as above but with these numbers.

Cast on 36sts garter stitch 18 rows rib 18 rows (so the same number of rows, just more stitches).

After changing back to the size 8 needles for the foot part Knit 24 then turn and leave 12sts on a safety pin. The middle contrast is then K12 turn and you knit 27 rows

When you restart the main colour from that pin and have knitted to the end of the row you then

K12 pick up 15 from side K6 on toe…use the third needle and K6 on toe pick up and knit 15sts down other side K12 (66sts altogether)

You then knit 11 rows (again same number of rows, but with 10 more stitches)

The toe shaping is:

K1 K2tog K23 (K2tog K10 K2tog) K23 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K22 (K2tog K8 K2tog) K22 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K21 (K2tog K6 K2tog) K21 K2tog K1

K1 K2tog K20 (K2tog K4 K2tog) K20 K2tog K1

Knit 1 row

Cast off.

Please do not copy these pattern instructions without permission

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

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Primavera - Crochet Baby Bonnet

March 16, 2016, 11:20 am

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Primavera - Crochet Baby Bonnet

Primavera ~ Crochet Baby Bonnet 0 -3 months

Requirements:

DK yarn4mm crochet hook

Pattern:

This pattern is written in UK terminology

tc = treble crochet dc = double crochetch = chain

Worked in the round

Chain 3, join with a slip stitch into a ring

Round 1: Ch2, make 11tc into ring, slip stitch to join (12sts)

Round 2: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, 2tc in each stitch all around, join with slip stitch (24sts)

Round 3: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, * 1tc in next stitch, 2tc in next stitch repeat from * all around, join with slip stitch (36sts)

Round 4: Ch2 then 1tc in same stitch as ch2, * 1tc in next stitch, 1tc in next stitch , 2tc in next stitch repeat from * all around, join with slip stitch (48sts)

Round 5: Ch2, 1tc in each stitch all around, leave last 3sts un-worked, turn (45sts)

Rounds 6 - 10: Work 5 more rows of trebles on these 45sts

Round 11: Ch2, 1tc in each stitch to end,

(Work should now measure around 5“ in length – you can adjust here)

Now continue working around the back opening - using dc - ch 1, * (2 dc into each treble row end) 7 times, 1 dc into each of next 3sts, * (2 dc into each treble row end) 7 times

Cut off main colour yarn, add in contrast colour yarn to bonnet front ~

Round 12: Ch2 then 4tc in first stitch, ch2, miss 1st, slip st into next st, ch2, miss 1st, * 5tc in next st, ch2, miss 1st, slip st into next st, ch2, miss 1st, repeat from * all around front edge

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Sew ribbons onto the corners of the bonnet, or add crochet chain ties

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

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Reno Baby Hat with Stripes

March 17, 2016, 12:42 pm

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I like the colour combination of this cute little hat - cream and blue - but I think I would prefer the hat without the button .............
I will need to find another use for it I think .........

Reno Baby Hat - with Stripes

Reno Baby Hat – With Stripes Size: 6 -9 months

Aran Weight Yarn (10ply)

Tension/ Gauge: 18sts = 4” (10cm)

Measurements:

Width: 7“(18cm) 14” (36cm) all around

Height: 7 “(18cm)

Requirements:

Aran Weight (10ply) yarn

4mm & 5mm needles

Pattern:

Using 4mm needles, and main colour (MC), cast on 65sts

Knit 6 rows

Change to 5mm needles

7^th Row: S1, knit to end

8^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Join in contrast colour yarn (CC).

** Using CC ~

9^th Row: S1, knit to end

10^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Using MC ~

11^th Row: S1, knit to end

12^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Repeat the last 2 rows twice more **

Repeat from ** to ** once more

Using CC ~

25^th Row: S1, knit to end

26^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Cut off contrast colour, and continue in main colour ~

27^th Row: S1, knit to end

28^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Work measures around 5” (13cm) from the cast on edge – add more rows if needed

Shape the top ~

1^st Row: (K6, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                       57sts

2^nd, 4^th,6^th,8^th,10^th Rows:        S1, purl to last st, k1

3^rd Row: (K5, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                      49sts

5^th Row: (K4, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                      41sts

7^th Row: (K3, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                      33sts

9^th Row: (K2, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                      25sts

11^th Row (K1, K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                      17sts

12^th Row ( K2tog) repeat to last st, k1                            9sts

Cut yarn (leaving a long ‘tail’ to use for sewing up), draw the end through all stitches, pull up tightly.
Sew up the seam. Darn away ends.

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

This pattern is based on an earlier pattern in three sizes ~

0-3months, 6-9months, 12-18months

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2015/01/reno-baby-hat.html

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Little Bella Baby Jacket

March 20, 2016, 9:52 am

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Here is my latest gift to you all ~
instructions for a premature baby size of my Bella Baby Jacket.

I think it looks really cute.

Little Bella - Premature Baby Jacket

Little Bella Baby Jacket ~ Premature Baby

Size ~

Width:    14"

Length:   7"

Sleeve Length:    4"

Requirements ~

DK yarn (around 38g)

4mm needles

3 small buttons

Begin with the Sleeves (work 2)

Cast on 23sts

Work 4 rows in garter stitch (knit every row)

Work 24 rows in stocking stitch

The sleeve should now measure about 4” – you can add more rows if required

Next Row: Cast off 2sts, work to last 2sts, cast off 2sts (19sts)

Leave these 19 stitches on a spare needle

Work the Main Part

Cast on 82sts

Work 4 rows in garter stitch

Work in pattern as follows ~

1^st Row: Knit to end

2^nd Row: K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

3^rd Row: K4, *k4, yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso, yfwd; rep from * to last 8sts, k8

4^th Row: K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat these 4 rows 5 times more

Then work the 1^st& 2^nd rows once

Keeping the first & last 4sts of every row as knit stitches throughout, continue as follows ~

Next Row: Knit 19sts, cast off 4sts, k35sts, cast off 4sts, k18

Next Row: Knit 19sts from the right front, 19sts from the first sleeve, 36sts from the back, 19sts from the second sleeve and 19sts from left front (112 stitches)

Work the Yoke

Knit 2 rows

3rd Row: K2, yfwd, k2tog (for buttonhole), *(k2, k2tog), repeat from * to last 5sts, k5 (87sts)

Knit 3 rows

7th Row: K6, *(k2tog, k6), repeat from * to last st, k1 (77sts)

Knit 3 rows

11^th Row: K6, *(k2tog, k5), repeat from * to last st, k1 (67sts)

Knit 1 row

13^th Row: K2, yfwd, k2tog (for buttonhole), knit to end

Knit 1 row

15^th Row: K4, *(k2tog, k6), repeat from * to last 7sts, k2tog, k5 (59sts)

Knit 3 rows

19^th Row: K4, *(k2tog, k5), repeat from * to last 6sts, k2tog, k4 (51sts)

Knit 3 rows

23^rd Row: K2, yfwd, k2tog (for buttonhole), k4, *(k2tog, k6), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3 (46sts)

Knit 2 rows

Cast off loosely

To Finish

Join sleeve and underarm seams Darn away ends Sew on buttons

You will find the original Newborn Baby pattern at ~

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/bella-baby-jacket.html

Bella Baby Jacket

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

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Lazy Daisy All-in-One Premature Baby Dress

March 29, 2016, 6:35 am

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This sweet little dress is now in three premature baby sizes ~

small, medium and large

Lazy Daisy All-in-One Baby Dresses ~ Medium Preemie, Large Preemie, Small Preemie

All-in-One Lazy Daisy Premature Baby Dress Small Premature

Small Premature Baby Top ~ Width 11", Length 8"

DK yarn

4mm needles

2 small buttons

This little baby top is knitted top-down

Tips:

· Cast off loosely on row 26 for the cap sleeves – if you find this difficult – use a larger needle

· yfwd – yarn forward seems to be a very UK term – you may know this as yo (yarn over) or yrn (yarn round needle). This makes the buttonholes and also the little eyelet holes on the yoke

Cast on 37sts

Rows 1 & 2          Knit
Row 3                    K2, yfwd, k2 tog (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row
Rows 4 & 5           Knit
Row 6                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 7                    Knit
Row 8                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 9                    K6, *(yfwd, k1, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts,k4        55sts
Row 10                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 11                  Knit
Row 12                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 13                  K6, *(yfwd, k3, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts, k4       73sts
Rows 14, 15, 16    As rows 10, 11, 12
Row 17                  K6, *(yfwd, k5, yfwd, k2) rep from * to last 4sts, k4       91sts
Rows 18, 19, 20    As rows 10, 11, 12
Rows 21 & 22        Knit

Row 23                  K2, yfwd, k2 tog (makes a buttonhole), knit to end
Rows 24 & 25        Knit
Row 26                  K2tog, k2tog, k10, cast off 18sts, k26, cast off 18sts, k9, k2tog, k2tog
Row 26                  Knit                                                                   74sts
Row 27                  K2, *(k1, kfb)repeat from * to last 3sts, k3
Row 28                  Purl
Row 29                  Knit
Row 30                  Purl
Repeat last 2 rows 8 times more
Knit 7 rows
Row 54                  Purl
Row 55                  K2, *(yfwd, k3) repeat from * to end
Row 56                  Purl
Knit 5 rows
Cast off loosely
Sew up the back seam
Darn away ends
Sew on buttons

All-in-One Lazy Daisy Premature Baby Dress Medium Premature

Medium Premature Baby Dress ~ Width 13", Length 9"

Requirements ~ DK yarn, 4mm needles, 2 small buttons

Tips:

· Cast off loosely on row 26 for the cap sleeves – if you find this difficult – use a larger needle

· yfwd – yarn forward seems to be a very UK term – you may know this as yo (yarn over) or yrn (yarn round needle). This makes the buttonholes and also the little eyelet holes on the yoke and skirt border

Cast on 47sts

Rows 1 & 2          Knit
Row 3                    K2, yfwd, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row
Rows 4 & 5            Knit
Row 6                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 7                    Knit
Row 8                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 9                    K7, *(yfwd, k1, yfwd, k3) rep from * to last 4sts,k4        65sts
Row 10                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 11                  Knit
Row 12                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 13                  K7, *(yfwd, k3, yfwd, k3) rep from * to last 4sts, k4       83sts
Rows 14, 15, 16     As rows 10, 11, 12
Row 17                  K7, *(yfwd, k5, yfwd, k3) rep from * to last 4sts, k4       101sts
Rows 18, 19, 20     As rows 10, 11, 12
Rows 21 & 22         Knit

Row 23 K2, yfwd, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Rows 24 & 25 Knit
Row 26 K2tog, k2tog, k12, cast off 19sts, k30, cast off 19sts, k11, k2tog, k2tog 59sts

Row 27 K2, *(k1, kfb), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Row 28                  Purl                                                                               86sts
Row 29                  Knit
Row 30                  Purl

Repeat last 2 rows 10 times more

Knit 7 rows

Row 58 Purl

Row 59 K2, *(yfwd, k3) repeat from * to end

Row 60 Purl
Knit 5 rows
Cast off loosely

Sew up the back seam
Darn away ends
Sew on buttons

All-in-One Lazy Daisy Premature Baby Dress Large Premature

Large Premature Baby Dress ~ Width 15", Length 10"

Requirements ~ DK yarn, 4mm needles, 2 small buttons

Tips:

· Cast off loosely on row 26 for the cap sleeves – if you find this difficult – use a larger needle

Cast on 55sts

Rows 1 & 2            Knit
Row 3                     K2, yfwd, k2 tog, knit to end of row
Rows 4 & 5              Knit
Row 6                     K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 7                     Knit
Row 8                     K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 9                     K7, *(yfwd, k1, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 3sts,k3       73sts
Row 10                   K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 11                   Knit
Row 12                   K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 13                   K7, *(yfwd, k3, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 3sts, k3      91sts
Rows 14, 15, 16       As rows 10, 11, 12
Row 17                   K7, *(yfwd, k5, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 3sts, k3     109sts
Rows 18, 19, 20       As rows 10, 11, 12
Rows 21 & 22          Knit

Row 23 K2, yfwd, k2 tog (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Row 24 & 25 Knit
Row 26 K2tog, k2tog, k14, cast off 19sts, k34, cast off 19sts, k13, k2tog, k2tog

Row 27                  K2, *(k1, kfb), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3
Row 28                   Purl                                                                       98sts
Row 29                   Knit
Row 30                   Purl
Repeat last 2 rows 14 times more

Knit 7 rows

Row 66 Purl

Row 67 K2, *(yfwd, k3) repeat from * to end

Row 68                  Purl
Knit 5 rows
Cast off loosely
Darn away ends
Sew on buttons

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

You will find bigger sizes of this design at ~ http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/lazy-daisy-all-in-one-baby-dress_31.html

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Lazy Daisy All-in-One Baby Dress

March 31, 2016, 12:18 pm

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So many of you love my All-in-One Baby Top - and have asked over and over for a similar little baby dress

I am delighted to have finally got around to writing this pattern!

0 - 3 months Lazy Daisy All-in-One Baby Dress Medium Premature Baby

All-in-One Lazy Daisy Baby Dress 0 – 3 months

Baby Dress ~ Width 16 -17", Length 13 ½ "

Requirements ~ DK yarn, 4mm needles, 3 small buttons

Tips:

· Cast off loosely on row 30 for the cap sleeves – if you find this difficult – use a larger needle

Worked from the neck downwards

Cast on 57sts

Rows 1 & 2          Knit
Row 3                    K2, yfwd, k2 tog, knit to end of row
Rows 4 & 5           Knit
Row 6                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 7                    Knit
Row 8                    K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 9                    K8, *(yfwd, k1, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 4sts,k4     75sts
Row 10                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 11                  Knit
Row 12                  K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 13                  K8, *(yfwd, k3, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 4sts, k4    93sts

Row 14 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 15                  K2, yfwd, k2 tog, knit to end of row
Rows 16                K4, purl to last 4sts, k4
Row 17                  K8, *(yfwd, k5, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 4sts, k4          111sts
Rows 18, 19, 20    As rows 10, 11, 12

Row 21                  K8, *(yfwd, k7, yfwd, k4) rep from * to last 4sts, k4   129sts
Rows 22, 23, 24    As rows 10, 11, 12
Rows 25, 26,         Knit
Row 27                  K2, yfwd, k2 tog, knit to end of row
Rows 28 & 29        Knit
Row 30                  K2tog, k2tog, k17, cast off 24sts, k38, cast off 24sts, k16, k2tog, k2tog
Row 31                  K2, * (k1, kfb), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3           113sts
Row 32                  Purl
Row 33                  Knit
Row 34                  Purl
Repeat last 2 rows until work measures around 11 ½” from the cast on edge
Knit 7 rows
Next Row               Purl
Next Row               K2, *(yfwd, k3) repeat from * to end
Next Row               Purl
Knit 5 rows
Cast off loosely
Darn away ends
Sew on buttons

You will find the instructions for premature baby sizes at ~

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.fr/2016/03/lazy-daisy-all-in-one-baby-dress.html

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

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Tiny Topaz - Premature Baby Sleeper

April 7, 2016, 3:05 am

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These little sleepers are for premature babies - I chose a simple style, as I didn't want to overwhelm a delicate tiny baby with too much decoration.

The addition of some really pretty buttons and ribbon is enough to give a special touch.

Tiny Topaz Premature Baby Sleeper

If you are making these for dolls, then of course you can use any yarn you choose,

but if you are making these for hospitals or charity groups -

please check with them first to find out if these sleepers are suitable - or if there are any special requirements that you should consider.

I imagine that this little sleeper may be used by a neonatal unit

to give to the bereaved parents of a pre-term baby who do not have clothes that are small enough to fit.

Very tiny babies that are born too soon are very delicate, so it is important that the sleeper is easy to put on - hence the buttons all the way down.

If the gown is to be used in this way then any decoration may be used.

Tiny Angel Sizes can be made by using 4ply yarn instead of DK.

Tiny Topaz Premature Baby Sleeper

However - if the sleeper is to be used for a premature, small or early baby - you may need to consider important factors .....

for example - yarn with metallic thread is not suitable,

and the hospital may have other requirements about the yarn you use.

Some hospitals prefer self coloured yarn (not the self-patterning yarns that are so popular at the moment).

Please check first

Topaz ~ Small Premature Baby Sleeper

Size:

Width: 12"

Length: 12"

Tension:

22sts = 4" (10cm)

Requires:

Around 42g of DK (8ply) yarn

6 buttons

Instructions:

Using 4mm needles, cast on 43sts

Rows 1 & 2               Knit
Row 3                      K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row
Rows 4                     Knit

Row 5 K7, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k10, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k8
Row 6 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 7 K8, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k12, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k9

Row 8 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 9 K9, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

Row 10 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 11 K10, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k16, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

Row 12 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 13 K11, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k18, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

Row 14 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 15 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), k8, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k20, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

Row 16 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 17 K13, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k22, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

Row 18 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 19 K14, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k24, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

Row 20 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 21 K17, slip next 22sts onto a stitch holder, k29, slip next 22sts onto a stitch holder, k17

Row 22 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4 (63sts)

Row 23 Knit

Row 24 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows once more

Row 27 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row

Row 28 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 29 Knit

Row 30 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows 4 times more **

Repeat from ** to ** 3 times more

Next Row K2, * (yrn, k2tog, k1), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Next Row K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Next Row Knit

Cast off knitwise

Work long or short sleeves

LongSleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 22sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Row 1 Knit

Row 2 Purl

Repeat the last 2 rows 4 times more

Row 11 Knit

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Short Sleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 22sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Sew up sleeve border seams

Gather together underarms, using a length of yarn

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Thread a length of satin ribbon through the eyelet holes at the lower edge, and tie in a bow

Topaz ~ Medium Premature Baby Sleeper

Size:

Width: 13 "

Length: 13 "

Tension:

22sts = 4" (10cm)

Requires:

Around 48g of DK (8ply) yarn

6 buttons

Instructions:

Using 4mm needles, cast on 47sts

Rows 1 & 2               Knit
Row 3                       K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row
Rows 4                     Knit

Row 5 K8, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k12, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k9
Row 6 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 7 K9, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

Row 8 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 9 K10, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k16, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

Row 10 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 11 K11, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k18, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

Row 12 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 13 K12, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k20, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

Row 14 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 15 K13, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k22, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

Row 16 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 17 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), K10, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k24, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

Row 18 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 19 K15, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k26, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k16

Row 20 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 21 K16, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k28, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k17

Row 22 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 23 K19, slip next 24sts onto a stitch holder, k33, slip next 24sts onto a stitch holder, k19

Row 24 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4 (71sts)

Row 25 Knit

Row 26 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows twice more

Row 31 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Row 32 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 33 Knit

Row 34 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows 5 times more **

Repeat from ** to ** 3 times more

Next Row K2, * (yrn, k2tog, k1), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Next Row K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Next Row Knit

Cast off knitwise

Work long or short sleeves

LongSleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 24sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Row 1 Knit

Row 2 Purl

Repeat the last 2 rows 6 times more

Row 15 Knit

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Short Sleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 24sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Row 1 S1, knit to end

Row 2 S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Sew up sleeve border seams

Gather together underarms, using a length of yarn

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Thread a length of satin ribbon through the eyelet holes at the lower edge, and tie in a bow

Topaz ~ Large Premature Baby Sleeper

Size:

Width: 14"

Length: 14"

Tension:

22sts = 4" (10cm)

Requires:

DK (8ply) yarn

6 buttons

Instructions:

Using 4mm needles, cast on 51sts

Rows 1& 2                Knit
Row 3                       K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end of row
Rows 4                     Knit

Row 5 K9, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1, kfb, k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

Row 6 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 7 K10, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k16, kfb, k1, kfb, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

Row 8 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 9 K11, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k18, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

Row 10 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 11 K12, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k20, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

Row 12 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 13 k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k22, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

Row 14 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 15 K14, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k24, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

Row 16 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 17 K15, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k26, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k16

Row 18 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 19 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), K12, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k28, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k17

Row 20 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 21 K17, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k30, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k18

Row 22 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 23 K18, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k32, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k19

Row 24 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 25 K21, slip next 26sts onto a stitch holder, k37, slip next 26sts onto a stitch holder, k21 (79sts)

Row 26 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 27 S1, knit to end

Row 28 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows three times more

Row 35 K2, yrn, k2tog, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Row 36 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Row 37 Knit

Row 30 K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 2 rows 6 times more **

Repeat from ** to ** 3 times more

Next Row K2, * (yrn, k2tog, k1), repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Next Row K4, purl to last 4sts, k4

Next Row Knit

Cast off knitwise

Work long or short sleeves

LongSleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 26sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Row 1 Knit

Row 2 Purl

Repeat the last 2 rows 8 times more

Row 19 Knit

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Short Sleeves ~ Both Alike

Put the 26sts, left on a stitch holder, back on to a knitting needle.

Row 1 S1, knit to end

Row 2 S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 3 S1, knit to end

Row 4 S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise

Make the second sleeve in the same way

Sew up sleeve border seams

Gather together underarms, using a length of yarn

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Thread a length of satin ribbon through the eyelet holes at the lower edge, and tie in a bow

You will find the instructions for matching hats at ~

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/topaz-premature-baby-hats.html

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Baby Hug Boots

April 9, 2016, 7:20 am

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Couldn't decide whether to call these Hug Boots or H'ugg Boots !!

They do look a little like Ugg Boots don't they .... ?

Baby Hug Boots

Baby Hug Boots Baby H’Ugg Boots Newborn

Length of sole: 3 ½ ” (9cm)

Requirements:

DK yarn (in one, or two complementary colours)

3.75mm needles

Instructions:

Make 2 boots the same

Cast on 26sts

Row 1: ( K1, kfb, k9, kfb, ) twice, k2 30sts

Row 2: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 3: ( K1, kfb, k11, kfb, ) twice, k2 34sts

Row 4: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 5: ( K1, kfb, k13, kfb, ) twice, k2 38sts

Row 6: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 7: S1, purl to last st, k1

If you are using 2 colours – cut the yarn, and join in and use the second colour ~

Row 8: K1, purl to last st, k1

Row 9: Knit

Row 10: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 11: Knit

Row 12: S1, purl to last st, k1

Shape the foot ~

Row 13: K17, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k17 36sts

Row 14: P16, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p16 34sts

Row 15: K15, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k15 32sts

Row 16: P14, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p14 30sts

Row 17: K13, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k13 28sts

Row 18: P12, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p12 26sts

Row 19: K11, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k11 24sts

If you are using 2 colours – cut the yarn, and join in and use the first colour again ~

Row 20: K1, purl to last st, k1

Make the cuff ~

Row 21: S1, *p2, k2, repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1

Row 22: S1, *k2, p2, repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Repeat the last 2 rows 6 times more

Cast off LOOSELY (if you find this difficult – use a larger size needle – I used a 4.5mm needle)

Fold the cast on edge in half and join seam to form the sole

Join the back seam – from the sole to the top of the cuff

Darn away ends

Fold down the cuff

Baby Hug Boots Baby H’Ugg Boots 3months

Length of sole: 4” (10cm)

Requirements:

DK yarn (in one, or two complementary colours)

3.75mm needles

Instructions:

Make 2 boots the same

Cast on 32sts

Row 1: ( K1, kfb, k12, kfb, ) twice, k2 36sts

Row 2: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 3: ( K1, kfb, k14, kfb, ) twice, k2 40sts

Row 4: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 5: ( K1, kfb, k16, kfb, ) twice, k2 44sts

Row 6: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 7: S1, purl to last st, k1

If you are using 2 colours – cut the yarn, and join in and use the second colour ~

Row 8: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 9: Knit

Row 10: S1, purl to last st, k1

Row 11: Knit

Row 12: S1, purl to last st, k1

Shape the foot ~

Row 13: K20, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k20 42sts

Row 14: P19, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p19 40sts

Row 15: K18, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k18 38sts

Row 16: P17, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p17 36sts

Row 17: K16, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k16 34sts

Row 18: P15, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p15 32sts

Row 19: K14, k2tog tbl, k2tog, k14 30sts

Row 20: P13, p2tog, p2tog tbl, p13 28sts

Row 21: Knit

If you are using 2 colours – cut the yarn, and join in and use the first colour again ~

Row 22: S1, purl to last st, k1

Make the cuff ~

Row 23: S1, *k2, p2, repeat from * to last 3sts, k3

Row 24: S1, *p2, k2, repeat from * to last 3sts, p2, k1

Repeat the last 2 rows 6 times more

Cast off LOOSELY (if you find this difficult – use a larger size needle – I used a 4.5mm needle)

Fold the cast on edge in half and join seam to form the sole

Join the back seam – from the sole to the top of the cuff

Darn away ends

Fold down the cuff

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However, please do not copy my patterns

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Meadow Sweet Baby Dress in 2 colours

April 25, 2016, 8:51 am

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Although I wrote this pattern over a year ago, I am still enjoying knitting these little dresses.

They really are so sweet !

I recently added premature baby sizes in addition to the original 3months size.

When I made this one in 2 colours I had to play around with the pattern a little to make the lower hem edge look right.

So I thought I would share it with you all.

Meadow Sweet Baby Dress in 2 colours - Medium Premature

Meadow Sweet Baby Dress in 2 colours

To fit a medium premature baby

Size:
Width: 13"

Length: 9½ "

Tension:

22sts = 4" (10cm)

Requires:

Around 38 - 40g of DK (8ply) yarn

2 buttons

Using DK yarn and 4mm needles ~

Cast on 46sts

1^st Row: S1, k4, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k6

2^nd Row: S1, knit to end 54sts

3^rd Row: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k3, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k7

4^th Row: S1, knit to end 62sts

5^th Row: S1, k6, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k8

6^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 70sts

7^th Row: S1, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k9

8^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 78sts

9^th Row: S1, k8, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

10^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 86sts

11^th Row: S1, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

12^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 94sts

13^th Row: S1, k10, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

14^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 102sts

15^th Row: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

16^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 110sts

17^th Row: S1, k12, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

18^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 118sts

19^th Row: S1, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

20^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3 126sts

21^st Row: S1, knit to end

22^nd Row: S1, k2, p15, k28, p34, k28, p15, k3

23^rd Row: S1, knit to end

24^th Row: S1, k2, p15, k28, p34, k28, p15, k3

25^th Row: S1, knit to end

26^th Row: S1, k2, p15, cast off 28sts knitwise, p33, cast off 28sts knitwise, p14, k3

27^th Row: S1, knit across row (18sts for back, 34sts for front, 18sts for back = 70sts)

28^th Row: P3tog, purl to last 3sts, p3tog 66sts

29^th Row: *(kfb, k1) repeat from * to end 99sts

Cut off the first colour, continue with the second colour ~

30^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

31^st Row: *K2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to end.

32^nd Row: S1, knit to end

33^rd Row: S1, knit to end

34^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

35^th Row: *K2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to end.

36^th Row: S1, knit to end

These 4 rows form the pattern for the skirt.

Repeat the last 4rows until the dress is around 9” or the length desired

(finish after a 4^th pattern row)

Next Row: S1, knit to end

Cut off the second colour, rejoin the first colour ~

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise - loosely – (if you find it difficult to do this - use a larger size needle)

Sew up the back seam

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Add a little ribbon bow or crochet flower if desired

Meadow Sweet Baby Dress in 2 colours

To fit a large premature baby

Size:
Width: 15"

Length: 10½ "

Tension:

22sts = 4" (10cm)

Requires:

Around 48 - 50g of DK (8ply) yarn

2 buttons

Using DK yarn and 4mm needles ~

Cast on 56sts

1^st Row: S1, k5, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k7

2^nd Row: S1, knit to end

3^rd Row: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k4, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k8

4^th Row: S1, knit to end

5^th Row: S1, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k9

6^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

7^th Row: S1, k8, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

8^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

9^th Row: S1, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

10^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

11^th Row: S1, k10, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

12^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

13^th Row: S1, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

14^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

15^th Row: S1, k12, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

16^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

17^th Row: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

18^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

19^th Row: S1, k14, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k31, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k16

20^th Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

21^st Row: S1, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k33, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k17

22^nd Row: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

23^rd Row: S1, knit to end (144sts)

24^th Row: S1, k2, p17, k32, p40, k32, p17, k3

25^th Row: S1, knit to end

26^th Row: S1, k2, p17, k32, p40, k32, p17, k3

27^th Row: S1, knit to end

28^th Row: S1, k2, p17, cast off 32sts knitwise, p39, cast off 31sts knitwise, p16, k3

29^th Row: S1, knit across row (20sts for back, 40sts for front, 20sts for back = 80sts)

30^th Row; P3tog, p17, p2tog, p36, p2tog, purl to last 3sts, p3tog (74sts)

31^st Row: S1, *(kfb, k1) repeat from * to last st, k1 (110sts)

Cut off the first colour, continue with the second colour ~

32^nd Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

33^rd Row: *K2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to end.

34^th Row: S1, knit to end

35^th Row: S1, knit to end

36^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

37^th Row: *K2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to end.

38^th Row: S1, knit to end

These 4 rows form the pattern for the skirt.

Repeat the last 4rows until the dress is around 10” or the the length desired

(finish after a 4^th pattern row)

Next Row: S1, knit to end

Cut off the second colour, rejoin the first colour ~

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise - loosely – (if you find it difficult to do this - use a larger size needle)

Sew up the back seam

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Add a little ribbon bow or crochet flower if desired

Meadow Sweet Baby Dress in 2 colours

To fit a baby of around 3 months

DK (8ply) yarn 90g

4mm needles

2 small buttons

Cast on 68sts

1^stRow: S1, k7, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k9

2^ndRow: S1, knit to end

3^rdRow: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k6, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k10

4^thRow: S1, knit to end

5^thRow: S1, k9, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k15, kfb, k1, kfb, k11

6^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

7^thRow: S1, k10, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k12

8^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

9^thRow: S1, k11, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k19, kfb, k1, kfb, k13

10^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

11^thRow: S1, k12, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k21, kfb, k1, kfb, k14

12^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

13^thRow: S1, k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k23, kfb, k1, kfb, k15

14^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

15^thRow: S1, k14, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k31, kfb, k1, kfb, k25, kfb, k1, kfb, k16

16^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

17^thRow: S1, yrn, k2tog (makes a buttonhole), k13, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k33, kfb, k1, kfb, k27, kfb, k1, kfb, k17

18^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

19^thRow: S1, k16, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k35, kfb, k1, kfb, k29, kfb, k1, kfb, k18

20^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

21^stRow: S1, k17, kfb, k1, kfb, k31, kfb, k1, kfb, k37, kfb, k1, kfb, k31, kfb, k1, kfb, k19

22^ndRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

23^rdRow: S1, k18, kfb, k1, kfb, k33, kfb, k1, kfb, k39, kfb, k1, kfb, k33, kfb, k1, kfb, k20

24^thRow: S1, k2, purl to last 3sts, k3

25^thRow: S1, knit to end (164sts)

26^thRow: S1, k2, p20, k36, p46, k36, p20, k3

Repeat last 2 rows once more

29^thRow: S1, knit to end

30^thRow: S1, k2, p20, cast off 36sts knitwise, p45, cast off 36sts knitwise, p19, k3

31^stRow: S1, knit across row (23sts for back, 46sts for front, 23sts for back = 92sts)

32^ndRow; P3tog, purl to last 3sts, p3tog (88sts)

33^rdRow: S1, *(kfb, k1) repeat from * to last st, kfb (132sts)

Cut off the first colour, continue with the second colour ~

34^thRow: S1, purl to last st, k1

35^thRow: S1, knit to end

36^thRow: S1, purl to last st, k1

37^thRow: *K2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to end.

35^thRow: S1, knit to end

These 4 rows form the pattern for the skirt.

Repeat the last 4rows until the dress is the length desired

(finish after a 4^th pattern row)

Next Row: S1, knit to end

Cut off the second colour, rejoin the first colour ~

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Knit 5 rows

Cast off knitwise - loosely – (if you find it difficult to do this - use a larger size needle)

Sew up the back seam

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons

Add a little crochet flower if desired

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

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TUFTY

April 28, 2016, 9:52 am

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TUFTY - Finger Puppets

TUFTY Finger Puppet

DK (8ply) yarn

4mm needles

Cast on 12sts

Knit 10 rows

Stocking stitch 8 rows (1 row knit, 1 row purl)

K2tog, all across row 6sts

P2tog, all across row 3sts

Cut the yarn (leaving a ‘tail’ to use for sewing up)

Put the tail onto a sewing needle - thread through all 3 stitches, pull up tightly.

Sew up the seam. Darn away ends.

Using a length of contrasting yarn, add a little face

To make the tuft – cut 3 lengths of yarn each around 2” (5cm)

Thread though a sewing needle, and pull though a stitch at the top of the finger puppet.
Tie in a knot, and trim a little if required.

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.

In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

or republished on another webpage or website.

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Suffolk Puffs

May 2, 2016, 8:00 am

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I was asked to make some small items to be sold as part of a fundraising event. I have been knitting and crocheting of course ......

and I have also been making these ......

I thought some of you might like to give them a try too !

Suffolk Puffs

Marianna's Suffolk Puff

These are really easy to make.

To Make a Simple Puff

Start by cutting out a circle of fabric (polyester cotton works well)
Top Tip: Choose a fabric that does not fray easily

Thread some sewing thread / cotton onto a needle and sew a running stitch all around the edge of the circle, with the right side of the fabric facing down
Top Tip: Use your thread double

Pull the thread so that the circle gathers up

Keep pulling until all of the circle edge is gathered up

Secure the thread by making several small stitches in the centre of the Puff

Add a button

Have fun choosing the fabric and the buttons you use -

To Make a Double Puff

If you want to make a double puff use two circles of different sizes -

I used 4 ½ " for the smaller circle and 7" for the larger circle

Top Tip: If you do want to use a fabric that frays easily - cut the circle a little bigger and fold in a small hem as you are sewing the row of running stitch.

Double Suffolk Puff

These sweet little Suffolk Puffs can be used as brooches by adding a little safety pin, or they can be added to hair clips or bands. Or added as decoration to all manner of items ~ cushions, bags, aprons, hats ...........

Add lace to make a rosette .......

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Little Charlie Baby Jacket & Hat

May 3, 2016, 12:48 pm

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Little Charlie - Premature Baby Jacket

Little Charlie ~ Small Premature Baby Jacket

28g DK yarn

4mm needles

2 small buttons

Gauge:

22sts = 4” (10cm)

Measurements:

Width: 12” (30.5cm)

Length: 6½ “ (17cm)

Sleeve length: 4” (10cm)

JACKET

Begin with the Sleeves (work 2)

Cast on 23sts

Knit 4 rows

5^th Row Knit

6^th Row S1, purl to last st, k1

Repeat the last 2 rows until the sleeve measures about 4”

Next Row: Cast off 2sts, knit to last 2sts, cast off 2sts (19sts)

Leave these 19 stitches on a spare needle, or stitch holder

Work the Main Part

Cast on 66sts

Work 4 rows in garter stitch (knit every row)

5^thRow: S1, knit across row

6^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

7^th Row: S1, k3, * k2, p2, rep from * to last 6sts, k6

8^th Row: S1, k3, * p2, k2, rep from * to last 2sts, k2

9^th Row: S1, knit across row

10^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat the last 6 rows three times more

29^th Row: S1, knit 15sts, cast off 4sts, knit 25sts, cast off 4sts, k15sts

Next Row: S1, k3, p12, purl across 19sts from the first sleeve, purl 26sts from the back, purl 19sts from the second sleeve, purl 12sts from left front, k4 (96sts)

Work the Yoke

1^st Row: S1, k2tog, yrn, k1, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

2^nd Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

3^rd Row: S1, k13, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k15, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k22, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k15, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k14 (88sts)

4^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

5^th Row: S1, k12, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k13, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k20, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k13, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k13 (80sts)

6^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

7^th Row: S1, k11, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k11, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k18, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k11, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k12 (72sts)

8^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

9^th Row: S1, k10, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k9, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k16, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k9, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k11 (64sts)

10^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

11^th Row: S1, k9, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k7, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k14, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k7, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k10 (56sts)

12^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

13^th Row: S1, k8, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k5, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k12, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k5, s1,k1, psso, k2tog, k9 (48sts)

14^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

15^th Row: S1, k2tog, yrn, k1, (makes a buttonhole), knit to end

Knit 4 rows
Cast off knitwise

Sew up the sleeve seams. Darn away ends.

Add 2 little buttons

Little Charlie ~ Small Premature Baby Hat

DK yarn

4mm needles

Gauge:

22sts = 4” (10cm)

Measurements:

Width: 7”

Height: 3½ “

Using 4mm needles & DK yarn, cast on 36sts

1^st Row: S1, knit to end of row

Repeat this row 3 times more

5^th Row: S1, knit to end of row

6^th Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

7^th Row: S1, k2, * p2, k2, rep from * to last st, k1

8^th Row: S1, * p2, k2, rep from * to last 3sts, p2, k1

9^thRow: S1, knit across row

10^thRow: S1, purl to last st, k1

Repeat the last 6 rows twice more

Shape Top ~

Next Row: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (29sts)

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (22sts)

Next Row: S1, purl to last st, k1

Next Row: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (15sts)

Next Row: S1, * p2tog, repeat from * to end (8sts)

Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.

With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure

Sew up side seam and weave in ends.

You will find instructions for the newborn size at ~

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/charlie-baby-cardigan-jacket.html

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In addition: You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.

However, please do not copy my patterns

This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced

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‘This work is registered with the UK Copyright Service.’

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Test Knitters

May 8, 2016, 2:03 pm

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I have now shared over 200 free patterns - and I still have loads of ideas for more designs!

Many of you lovely readers ask for bigger (and smaller) sizes of my patterns.

I can write patterns faster than I can test them! And that really slows me down.

I don't want to publish patterns with errors - that is so frustrating for those who follow the patterns ..... So I decided to try asking some lovely members of my fb group if anyone would test knit for me. I was overwhelmed by the response!
Over 100 people volunteered!

I sent out instructions for bigger sizes of 'Jack & Jill' to 24 knitters.

And here is the result ~

Knitted by Diane Boam

Knitted by Sheila Lucas

Knitted by Riekie Venter

Knitted by Susan Shepherd

Knitted by Tammie Cunningham

Knitted by Bev Thompson

Knitted by Penny Lorimer

Knitted by Val Moorcroft

Knitted by Karen Ferrie

I listened to the comments ~ all in all not too bad !

I had mis-numbered a couple of rows in the larger size
Several knitters suggested the neck was too wide
The sleeves were a little long on the larger size

It has all been a great learning curve. I have altered the instructions to take on board the comments so far .......and I really want to say a massive thank you to everyone who got involved. I really appreciate your help and support.

You will find the pattern instructions at ~

http://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/jack-jill-baby-cardigan-jackets.html

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