Looking for a thoughtful, handmade gift for a new arrival? Meet the Paintbox Yarns Sonny & Arlo Comforters, two comforting friends in one adorable pattern! These “lovey” style blankets from Paintbox Yarns are designed for snuggles. Knit in the ultra-soft Paintbox Yarns Baby DK, each comforter features charming narrow stripes and a classic garter stitch border.

This project is perfect for intermediate knitters; the animal heads are knit separately and finished with simple seaming, making it a fun, manageable DIY baby gift.

SIZE
Blanket, approx 121/2 in/32cm square

YOU WILL NEED
Paintbox Yarns is available at lovecrafts.com and yarn.com
● 1.76oz/50g balls of Paintbox Yarns Baby DK:
• 1 ball in Mint Green (A)
• 1 ball in Paper White (B)
• 1 ball in Stormy Grey (C)
● US 3 (3.25mm) knitting needles
● US 6 (4mm) knitting needles
● Oddment of black yarn for eyes
● Washable toy filling
● Scissors
● Sewing needle

GAUGE (TENSION)
22 sts and 30 rows to 4in/10cm over stockinette (stocking)
stitch using US 6 (4mm) knitting needles or size needed to
obtain correct gauge (tension)