Designed especially for little ones, this cosy 4-ply sweater features subtle stripes on the chest and upper arms, and a row of buttons on each shoulder to help with dressing. Each part of the sweater is worked flat from the bottom up and seamed, with stitches picked up from holders and the neck shaping to create the neck and bands.

Designed especially for little ones, this practical double knit sweater features a garter stitch star across the chest, a smaller star on the left sleeve and loose styling for extra comfort. The functional buttons along the left shoulder are practical and could also be a decorative touch.

The stars sprinkled across this design are made using just knit and purl stitches. The pattern is worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew the border on afterwards, and is written row by row as well as given on a chart.

Lightweight but warm, the Snuggle sweater has a simple texture and minimal shaping to make the most of the yarn’s drape and softness. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches picked up to make the neck.

Quick to knit in Aran-weight yarn, Swift is ideal for adding an extra layer on those in-between days. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches picked up to make the neck and sleeve bands.

This cosy Aran weight sweater for kids is worked flat from the bottom up, with a generous fit and a striped effect made by slipping stitches at regular intervals.

Dappled is designed to be a wardrobe staple, with an easy-to-wear shape and an easy care yarn. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up and stitched, with the right shoulder seamed before stitches are picked up to create the neck. The folded hem, cuffs and neckband give a minimal look and can be knitted into place as you go or stitched afte...

Waverley is a double knit children’s sweater with a textured body, stocking stitch sleeves and a cute frill to the hem and cuffs. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, then stitches are picked up to create the neckband before the sides and sleeves are seamed.

A combination of knit, purl and gentle cables create the effect of strings of beads in this Aran-weight blanket. It is worked all in one and instructions are given for 4 sizes.

Willow is a cosy double knit sweater with a cabled front panel and rolled neck. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up and seamed.

Crystalline uses just knit and purl stitches to create an array of diamonds and works up quickly in chunky yarn. The blanket is worked all in one and instructions are given for three sizes.

These boot toppers are a stylish way to add a touch of colour to

When the chilly mornings beginning to bite, or your fingers are freezing over your keyboard, wrist warmers are a wardrobe essential. Worked flat and seamed, with an opening for your thumb, these can be pulled down to your fingers or pulled up your lower arm, and worn with either the stocking stitch or cabled stitches on the outside.

The textured brim of this beanie is made using just knitted and slipped stitches. Once the brim is completed, a ribbed section is worked to give the hat some stretch, before stocking stitch is used to complete it. The knitting is worked flat, then seamed with mattress stitch.

The Simply Striped sweater is an oversized design with wide sleeves gently gathered at the cuff. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches picked up to make the neck, and the side and sleeve seams seamed. The image shows the smallest size, with 23cm (9”) of positive ease.

A combination of knit and purl stitches, with a little twist and carefully worked increases and decreases, make up the textured effect and deep border of this blanket, which is worked all in one.

Rows of pine trees fill this simple blanket, which uses just basic knit and purl stitches. It’s worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved, and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

Simple knit, purl and slipped stitch combinations make up the stripes on this textured blanket, which is worked all in one. The width is easily altered as the pattern will work with any number of odd stitches.

With gentle cables set against a stocking stitch background, this gently textured blanket reminds me of rippled water, when the breeze just begins to disturb the surface. It’s worked all in one and the cable pattern is also charted, as well as written in full.

Designed especially for little ones, this cosy 4-ply sweater features zig zag eyelets on the front and sleeves. Each part of the sweater is worked flat from the bottom up and seamed, with stitches picked up from holders and the neck shaping to create the neckband.

Carefully placed eyelets create a chequerboard effect across the chest of this cute sleeveless top, which also features a loose body that is gently gathered just below the armhole. Especially for little ones, it features functional buttons along the left shoulder that could also be a decorative touch. The front and back are worked flat from the...

Resembling stacks of parcels tied up with string this simple pattern uses just basic knit and purl stitches. It’s worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved, and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

With a cable that mimics a 3-strand plait, and instructions for the two different weight yarns, the Together beanies make a great matching pair. They’re worked flat, quick to knit and sized for everyone to enjoy.

This unisex blanket uses a simple mix of eyelet increases and decreases to create a wavy design that’s easy and fun to knit. The border is worked as part of the main pattern, so there’s no sewing involved.

Carefully placed eyelets and decreases make up the squares in this design. The pattern is worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew the border on afterwards.

Perfect for keeping your hair off your face, without providing the heat of a hat, knitted headbands are a winter wardrobe staple.

Perfect for beginners or more experienced knitters looking for a simple pattern to unwind with! This blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved, and uses just knit and purl stitches.

A ring of flowers around the yoke, created with a variegated yarn, brings a bright touch of summer to wintery days.

This floral design is a great way to add a touch of colour to a winter wardrobe. It’s knitted in the round, to make maintaining the tension in the colourwork easier and to minimise finishing. Instructions are given for seven sizes, with a chart as well as written instructions for the colourwork section.

Simple cables create little posies of texture across this chunky blanket. The cables only use two sts, so you can work them without a cable needle if you prefer, and the blanket is worked all in one.

Designed especially for little ones, this cosy double knit sweater features a textured pattern over the upper body and sleeves and loose styling for extra comfort.

This simple blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It’s a good project for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

Inspired by the seashore, this cosy double knit sweater features a fair isle style wave motif, shown here in a self-striping yarn for added interest. Functional buttons along the left shoulder are a practical help in dressing smaller children, but also a decorative touch. Each part of the sweater is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches...

This simple blanket is fully reversible and worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

This cosy double knit cardigan features a textured motif around the hem, yoke, cuff and bands, worked using just knitted and slipped stitches. The back, fronts and sleeves are worked flat from the bottom up and joined at the yoke, with stitches picked up from the sides of the fronts to complete the bands.

This double knit cushion features a traditional cabled pattern, suitable for a range of interior styles. Four buttons on the back make the cover easy to remove for washing. I used King Cole Panache, which is slightly fluffy for an even more cosy effect, but most DK yarns should work just as well. Please check the yardage and tension carefully.

This textured blanket is worked all in one, using carefully placed eyelets and decreases to make a rippling pattern. The unisex designs makes it a good baby shower gift and instructions are given for six sizes:

This beautifully textured blanket is made using carefully placed increases and decreases to make a patterns of stems and leaves. It’s worked all in one, so there’s no sewing, and the unisex design makes it a good baby shower gift.

Curl up with this cute kitten cushion cover, worked in DK yarn using just knit and purl stitches to create a design perfect for cat lovers.

Designed especially for little ones, this practical double knit sweater features a decorative pattern across the chest and loose styling for extra comfort. The functional buttons along the left shoulder are practical and could also be a decorative touch. Each part of the sweater is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches picked up from th...

Waves of variegated green swirl around this beanie, evoking a day at the coast. It’s worked flat and seamed, and includes instructions for seven sizes, from age 1 to adult.

Designed especially for little ones, this practical double knit sweater features a decorative pattern across the chest and loose styling for extra comfort. The functional buttons along the left shoulder are practical and could also be a decorative touch. Each part of the sweater is worked flat from the bottom up, with stitches picked up from th...

A twisted rib (made by working the second stitch ahead of the next stitch on the left-hand needle) and variegated yarn add a special touch to the brim of this simple beanie – topped with a pom pom to make the most of the different colours. Instructions are given for five sizes: baby/small child, older child, teen, small/medium adult and large a...

Perfect for keeping your hair off your face, without wearing a hat, headbands are a winter wardrobe staple. Button and Bow are simple moss stitch (seed stitch in US) and garter stitch bands, made special with some finishing touches. Both are quick and easy projects that make ideal gifts.

Reminiscent of rows of sailing boats, Sail Away is a beautiful nursery accessory that works up quickly in chunky yarn. The gentle texture is made using carefully placed eyelets and decreases, and the pattern is made all in one, so there’s no sewing needed. Instructions are given for three sizes, with larger sizes in square brackets.

This simple blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

This Aran-weight cover uses knit and purl stitches to create a criss-cross diamond pattern, suitable for a range of interior styles. The cover will fit a 40cm/16” square cushion pad.

Devonian is a cosy double knit sweater for kids. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, mostly in stocking stitch, with a textured area across the upper chest made using a combination of knit and purl stitches.

Perfect for keeping your hair off your face, without providing the heat of a hat, knitted headbands are a winter wardrobe staple.

Love winter! The colder weather is perfect for snuggling down with a simple colourwork pattern, or for getting out and about and showing off your creation. This design is knitted in the round, to make maintaining the tension in the colourwork easier and to minimise finishing.

Add a dot of colour, or two or three, to your winter accessories with this double knit beanie. It’s knitted in the round, to make maintaining the tension in the colourwork easier and to minimise finishing. A multi-coloured pom pom finishes the look.

Named for their simple cable, where two stitches wrap over another two, and for the two different weight yarns you can choose from, the Duet beanies are worked flat, quick to knit and sized for everyone to enjoy. Choose a DK yarn or a Chunky version for extra-cold days.

Perfect for keeping your neck warm without the bulk of a traditional scarf. This beautifully textured neck warmer is suitable for intermediate level knitters. Techniques used for the pattern include yo on both right and wrong-side rows, k1tbl, k2tog, ssk, p2tog and ssp.

Devonian is an Aran-weight sweater that’s sure to be a winter warmer. Each piece is worked flat from the bottom up, mostly in stocking stitch, with a textured area across the upper chest made using a combination of knit and purl stitches.

With a sprinkling of diamonds, made using just knit and purl stitches, this is an ideal project for novice knitters. It’s available in three sizes and, being unisex, it would make a good baby shower gift. I used Paintbox Simply Chunky, an easy care, acrylic yarn, but any chunky yarn should be suitable. For the larger sizes, it may be necessary ...

This simple design uses just basic knit and purl stitches to create a series of textured squares. Even better, it’s worked all in one piece, so there’s no need to sew on the border after the knitting is complete. Instructions are given for three sizes and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift. Note that for larger sizes you ...

This deeply textured blanket uses simple 2-stitch cables and wrapped stitches to create a trellis pattern. Its knitted all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. Instructions are given for three sizes and the unisex design makes it a good baby shower gift. I used an easy care, acrylic yarn. If you use a different yarn, be sure to check the yard...

This quick and easy knit is made using a sport weight yarn. Using just basic knit and purl stitches, it works really well with MillaMia yarns, which have great stitch definition. Don’t worry if the garment looks a little wrinkled while you’re making it – a gentle dip in cool water is all it needs to open up the yarn and create a beautifully tex...

Inspired by traditional cricket sweaters, this cabled tank top is made using a sport weight yarn. It’s a quick and easy knit, perfect for those who are new to cables, and shows off the fabulous stitch definition that MillaMia yarns create. Don’t worry if the garment looks a little wrinkled while you’re making it – a gentle dip in cool water is ...

This cheerful sweater features a colourful yoke and contrasting neckband and cuffs for a sweater that’s sure to brighten the winter season. The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down with short rows to raise the back of the neck for added comfort.

This unisex blanket uses a fun bobble design to create a textured blanket that’s easy to knit and sure to keep baby cosy. Instructions are given for 3 sizes and the border is worked as part of the main pattern, so there’s no sewing involved. I used Hayfield Bonus Aran with wool. The pattern will work to any other yarn of your choice, but please...

These slip stitch hats are perfect for using up leftover bits of yarn and the slip stitch technique means you can create beautiful colourwork incredibly easily.

When the chilly days are biting, a pair of fingerless mittens is a staple part of anyone’s wardrobe. And what better than a matching hat to really keep you cosy! This set can be worked flat and seamed (pages 2–5) or worked seamlessly in the round (pages 6–9). You can use two DK yarns held together, to get the two-tone effect in the images, or a...

The contrasting cables and garter stitch sections running along this blanket remind me of the ripples left on the beach when the tide recedes, creating a maze of tiny sandbars. The cables add warmth as well as texture and the unisex design makes it a great option for a baby shower gift.

With its swirl of snowflakes and perfectly white pom pom, this close-fitting hat will see you through winter in style. It’s knitted in the round, to make maintaining the tension in the colourwork easier and to minimise finishing.

A flurry of snowflakes swirl around the yoke and hem of the Snowfall sweater, adding a pretty touch to a winter classic. And there’s even a matching bobble hat, coming very soon…!

This cheerful sweater features a colourful yoke and contrasting neckband and cuffs for a sweater that’s sure to brighten the winter season. It’s worked seamlessly from the top down for a quick and easy knit and the four smallest sizes feature a buttoned neckband for added comfort.

Be the star of the show with this cute reindeer silhouette sweater. With a cosy round neck, set in sleeves and practical, easy-care yarn, this sweater’s for winter, not just Christmas! It’s worked flat as separate pieces from the bottom up and seamed. The intarsia section is charted and designed to start 12cm below the armhole for every size.

This relaxed sweater features a circular yoke with colours reminiscent of Porthpean beach in Cornwall. It’s worked seamlessly in the round from the top down, so the finishing process is minimal. A series of short rows before the colourwork raise the back of the neck. The waist shaping is optional and the sleeve length is adjustable.

Crackerjack is a traditional style sweater that’s sure to win smiles and the colourwork makes the most of MillaMia’s great stitch definition.

Perfect for chilly autumn days, these cabled fingerless mitts are worked flat and seamed.

Ahoy there! The waves on this beautifully simple blanket are made using just basic knit and purl stitches, making this nautical nursery accessory a breeze to knit. What’s more, it’s worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew on the border after the knitting is complete, and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

Babyccino is a sport weight cardigan with a delicately textured yoke pattern that incorporates almost all of the shaping stitches. The back, fronts and sleeves are worked flat from the bottom up, then the pieces are joined at the yoke. The bands are worked with the fronts.

This super chunky cushion features a loose cable, perfect for relaxed spaces. It knits up really quickly, so you can have it gracing your home in just a few hours. Three large toggles or buttons on the back make the cover easy to remove for washing.

This simple yet elegant blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It measures approx. 70 x 70 cm, making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket, or even for summer picnics!

This unisex blanket uses a simple mix of increases and decreases to create a wavy design that’s easy and fun to knit. The border is worked as part of the main pattern, so there’s no sewing involved.

The Forget-me-not tunic uses a lacy five-petalled flower inspired by a stitch pattern at gannetdesigns.com. It’s a quick knit seamless design, worked from the top down, that’s great over leggings or tights and shorts. The only sewing you need to do is to add the buttons. It’s a no fuss garment in an easy care, acrylic yarn – designed with kids ...

A great nursery accessory, this blanket features nine cute little puppies and is sure to be a winner with any dog-loving family. The pattern is worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew the border on afterwards. The design only uses knit and purl stitches, but you will need to be confident in working from charts. The blanket can easily be ma...

Possibly the purrfect nursery accessory, this blankets features nine cute little kittens and is sure to be a winner with any cat-loving family. The pattern is worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew the border on afterwards, and the finished blanket will measure approx. 67 x 80 cm (27 x 32 inches). The design only uses knit and purl stitch...

Baby Waves is a quick knit sweater that’s great for any boy or girl to wrap up in over winter. It’s worked seamlessly from the top down, so the only sewing you need to do is adding the buttons. It’s a no fuss garment in an easy care, acrylic yarn – designed with kids and carers in mind!

This simple cardigan is the perfect cover up for cooler days. The back, fronts and sleeves are worked flat, separately from the bottom up; the neck is worked after all the seams are stitched; then stitches are picked up along the edges of the fronts to make the bands. The pattern itself uses just basic knit and purl stitches with yarn forwards ...

This unisex blanket uses a simple eyelet pattern to create a design that’s easy to knit and sure to keep baby cosy. The border is worked as part of the main pattern which means there’s no sewing involved. I used King Cole Big Value Chunky, an easy care acrylic yarn. The pattern will work to any other yarn of your choice, but please check the te...

This cute yet practical cardigan is the perfect cover up for chilly summer evenings and autumn days.

This cute sweater is ideal for the new little love in your life. It’s worked flat, from the bottom up, with the back, front and sleeves made separately and stitched together. The length of the body and sleeves is adjustable.

The slipped stitches and unisex design make this chunky hat a quick knit that’s perfect for all the family, or a great last-minute gift. It’s worked flat, with a seam that gets concealed in the ribbed effect. This design is incredibly stretchy and sure to be a winter warmer.

This edge to edge cardigan features a simple but stylish braid-effect cable and is great for layering over jeans and t-shirts when the seasons are changing. It uses basic knit and purl stitches and the cable pattern is simple to remember. The cable pattern itself is written out, not charted. All the pieces are worked separately from the bottom ...

This textured blanket uses just knit and purl stitches to create an eye-catching design that’s also quick and easy to knit. The interspersed ribbing gives it a really lovely drape, like waves on the ocean, and the unisex design means it’s also the ideal gift for baby showers. What’s more, it’s worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing invol...

Diamonds galore! This pretty blanket uses chunky yarn and carefully placed eyelets to create an eye-catching design that’s also quick and easy to knit. What’s more, it’s worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved. Instructions are given for two sizes: approx. 60 x 72 cm (24 x 28”) and 84 x 100 cm (33 x 39”). The unisex design means ...

This fun design uses just basic knit and purl stitches to create the effect of several flags. It’s worked all in one, so there’s no need to sew a border on separately, and the finished blanket will measure approx. 68 x 65 cm (27 x 26 inches), making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket. The unisex design means it’s also a good baby sh...

This beautifully textured blanket is sure to become a nursery favourite. The combination of increases and decreases (on every row) make it a good project for a more experience knitter. It’s worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved, and the pattern will create a deep wave at the cast on edge and a more subtle wave at the cast off. ...

Big Kisses is a cute cardigan with lacy ‘X’s’ – kisses – across the yoke. The back, fronts and sleeves are worked from the bottom up, then joined at the armhole to work the yoke back and forth. Stitches for the button bands are cast on as part of the fronts, so there’s no seam in the bottom ribbing, then worked separately on smaller needles and...

The ribbing in this pattern gives the blanket a texture so springy and soft you’ll want to snuggle down with it yourself! It’s available in three sizes, making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket, and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift. It uses just basic knit and purl stitches, so it’s an ideal beginner projec...

This quirky design mimics the game of Tic Tac Toe or Noughts and Crosses. It’s worked all in one, using just basic knit and purl stitches, and measures approx. 65 x 65 cm (26 x 26 inches) – ideal for a Moses basket, car seat or buggy.

This pattern was created in response to my ten-year-old’s request for a scarf that wasn’t too thick and had ‘twisty bits’ and ‘holey bits’. This is what I came up with. The narrow width means that even with chunky yarn it isn’t overwhelming for a child to wear, and for smaller children you can switch to a double knitting or Aran weight yarn for...

This close-fitting hat features a zig-zag pattern reminiscent of a mountain range. It is knitted flat and seamed, with 8 sizes ranging from baby to adult. You will need to be confident at working basic knit and purl stitches, knitting two stitches together to decrease and be able to work stranded knitting without pulling the tension too tight.

This beautifully simple and modern blanket is worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved. The finished blanket will measure approx. 82 x 82 cm (32 x 32 inches), making it ideal for a car seat, buggy, cot or Moses basket. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design makes it a great ba...

This cute blanket is worked all in one and includes instructions for two sizes: 68 x 60cm (27 x 24 inches) and 68 x 80 cm (27 x 32 inches). The design uses just basic knit and purl stitches but you will need to be confident in working from charts.

Deceptively simple, this blanket is worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved. It measures approx. 66 x 75 cm (26 x 30 inches), making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket, and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift. It’s a great introduction to using a cable needle or, if you are more confident, you ca...

This beautifully simple and modern blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s a good baby shower gift.

This beautifully simple and modern blanket is worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved. Using an easy care yarn means it’s just as practical in a car seat or buggy as in a cot or Moses basket, and the unisex design makes it a great baby shower gift too - especially given how quickly it knits up!

This nautical blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It measures approx. 67 x 76 cm (26 x 30 inches), making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket. The unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

The twisted stitches add texture and interest to this stylish but supremely practical sweater, making it sure to become a wardrobe staple for years to come.

Perfect for keeping your neck warm without the bulk of a traditional scarf. This beautifully textured neck warmer is suitable for intermediate level knitters. Instructions are given for a scarf measuring 6 x 26 inches (15 x 65 cm) but the length is variable.

A brilliantly quick and modern knit, perfect for the new little ray of sun in your life! An ideal beginner’s knit, this blanket is worked all in one piece using just knit and purl stitches, so there’s no sewing involved. What’s more, it’s fully reversible and looks as good on the back as on the front. Using easy care yarn and measuring approx. ...

Now updated to include instructions for working seamlessly in the round as well as working flat and seaming.

A brilliantly quick and modern knit, perfect for the new little star in your life! An ideal beginner’s knit, this blanket is worked all in one piece using just knit and purl stitches, so there’s no sewing involved. What’s more, it’s fully reversible and looks as good on the back as on the front. Using easy care yarn and measuring approx. 79 x 7...

This cute bonnet is knitted flat using the softest of baby yarns - Sirdar Snuggly. The instructions are given for two sizes, approx 0-3 months and 3-9 months, and are written in full. The bobble pattern is created by increasing and decreasing stitches, which complete beginners may find tricky but those with more experience will soon get hang of...

This cute bonnet is knitted flat using the softest of baby yarns - Sirdar Snuggly. The instructions are given for two sizes, approx 0-3 months and 3-9 months, and are written in full. The bow pattern is sometimes referred to as butterfly stitch, and it’s far simpler than it might at first appear. It creates a pretty, dimpled effect that machine...

These fingerless mittens are worked flat and stitched up the outside edge and down the inside of the thumb, which I find much less fiddly than working with a circular needle or double-pointed needles. You can make them as long as you like simply by working the cuff a bit longer and while I opted for a super soft baby yarn, any yarn that fits th...

A pretty, lightweight scarf perfect for spring and autumn, with a lacy design reminiscent of sailboats on waves. This is a really easy but effective pattern, using knit and purl stitches, yarn forward and knit 2 together. The instructions are written in full - no complicated charts to follow.

Easy knitting pattern for a hat featuring a pretty detachable knitted flower. Includes sizes to fit all ages: 35, 40, 45, 50 and 55cm diameter. You will need up to 40g of double knitting yarn, 4mm needles and a 15-18mm diameter button.

Deceptively simple, this blanket is worked all in one piece, and the pattern is reversible. It’s ideal for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.

This beautiful pattern is a lot simpler than it looks, requiring just basic knit and purl stitches and the ability to pick up loops and purl them together. It will make a blanket perfect to keep baby warm in a buggy, car seat or moses basket and the unisex design will make it ideal as a baby shower, birth or Christening gift as well as a hand-m...

This simple yet elegant blanket is worked all in one, so there’s no sewing involved. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift. Using super chunky yarn, you’ll be amazed at how quickly this knits up!

A really simple baby blanket, with chevrons made by twisting stitches - no fiddly cable needle/dpn needed - and no lacy holes for little fingers to get wrapped in! The tension doesn’t affect the pattern, so although I used Robin’s Bonny Babe, you could use whatever yarn you like. For British readers (who tend to prefer yarn measured in grams), ...

Beautifully simple, this blanket is worked all in one piece, so there’s no sewing involved. It measures approx. 71 x 73 cm, making it ideal for a car seat, buggy or Moses basket. It’s perfect for beginners as it uses just basic knit and purl stitches and the unisex design means it’s also a good baby shower gift.