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Animal knits for babies and toddlers Everyone loves babies, and everyone loves Fiona Goble's wonderful knitted animal designs, so what could be more loveable than this collection of animal knits for babies up to three years old? For new babies, knit a puppy swaddling blanket, a bluebird bib, or "sleeping sheep" mitts. As your baby grows, they'll look adorable in the tiger trousers and hat, the koala booties, or a bright-green frog hat and matching onesie. And as they start to crawl and explore the world, the bumblebee hat and shorts or the rabbit booties will add to their fun. For those just finding their feet, make a rabbit sweater, or a zebra cardigan, while older toddlers will love the chick socks and the chunky bear snood. For the nursery itself, the birds mobile, whale cushion, and polar bear rug will add character and warmth to your baby's room, while the monkey rattle and penguin and anteater toys will become treasured playthings. All the animals have terrific personality and charm, and will be loved by children and their parents alike. With simple stitches, full instructions for making up and clear photographs to illustrate the details that give each animal its character, you will be able to knit something wonderful for the nursery in no time.
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knitted animal nursery
knitted animal nursery
35 gorgeous animal-themed knits for babies, toddlers, and the home
fiona goble
Published in 2017 by CICO Books
An imprint of Ryland Peters & Small Ltd
20–21 Jockey’s Fields, London WC1R 4BW
341 E 116th St, New York, NY 10029
www.rylandpeters.com
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Text © Fiona Goble 2017
Design, illustration, and photography ©
CICO Books 2017
The author’s moral rights have been asserted. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher.
A CIP catalog record for this book is available from the Library of Congress and the British Library.
eISBN: 978 1 78249 512 3
ISBN: 978 1 78249 433 1
Printed in China
Editor: Kate Haxell
Designer: Alison Fenton
Photographer: Terry Benson
Stylist: Rob Merrett
Illustrator: Stephen Dew
Art director: Sally Powell
Production controller: Mai-Ling Collyer
Publishing manager: Penny Craig
Publisher: Cindy Richards
contents
introduction
chapter 1 cute clothes and bags
tiger outfit
ladybug backpack
frog onesie and hat
bluebird bib
panda shorts and hat
fox sweater
kitten bag
cow print bib
zebra striped cardigan
bumblebee outfit
rabbit sweater
chapter 2 heads, hands, and tiny toes
piglet hat
koala bootees
cat hairband
fox cub hat
mouse mittens
rabbit bootees
big bear hat
chick socks
chunky bunny hat
hedgehog bootees
little lamb mittens
chapter 3for the nursery
puppy snuggle blanket
fluffy bunny pillow
hanging birds
owl storage baskets
lamb snuggle blanket
penguin toy
lion pillow
fish cocoon and hat
polar bear rug
whale pillow
monkey rattle
aardvark
turtle rug
techniques
abbreviations
suppliers
acknowledgments
index
introduction
No one can carry off the super-cute animal look quite as well as babies and toddlers. And I don’t think it’s ever too early in life to stand out from the crowd—just a little bit. That was the thinking behind the range of patterns in this book, which contains lots of straightforward designs for new and intermediate knitters, and some more challenging ideas for seasoned crafters.
The book is aimed at knitters who want to create something less run of the mill, either for their own little ones or to give as gifts. I’ve divided the book into three sections. So there are chapters full of clothes and accessories for babies and for toddlers. And there’s also a section with items to make for the nursery, including toys, pillows, and rugs.
For babies, you can choose from a frog onesie and matching hat, a gorgeous tiger or bumblebee outfit, and lots more besides. Or you may want to whip up my personal favorite item in the book, a pair of fluffy koala bootees.
For toddlers, there’s a striking zebra cardigan, all worked in garter stitch. Also, there are super-bulky bear and rabbit hats that knit up quickly and will definitely help keep out the winter chill. Or, if you’re pushed for time, I can thoroughly recommend the cat hairband, which I’m sure you’ll be able to finish in two or three evenings. If you’d prefer to create a toy or an item for the nursery, there are ideas for those as well. So choose from a charming bird mobile, a quirky aardvark, a whale pillow, or even a turtle rug for the nursery floor.
If you’re new to knitting, or picking up your needles again after a break, there are patterns that require nothing more than the knitting basics. Most of the hats, the mitts, and the swaddling blanket should all be well within your grasp. But if you want to try your hand at something more advanced, baby and toddlersized items are always a good place to start. I’ve included all the instructions you need within the book itself, but you will also be able to find my video tutorials on casting on and binding (casting) off and the basic stitches at www.youtube.com/CICOBooks.
If you can’t find the exact yarns I’ve used, don’t worry. But please choose a yarn of the same weight and with a similar fiber content. If you’re in doubt, ask at your knitting store or check out the website www.yarnsub.com.
I’ve loved working on this book and I hope you love making your own versions of the designs. If you have any problems, please contact me via my website, fionagoble.com, and I will do my best to help you out.
Fiona Goble
chapter 1
cute clothes and bags
skill level
tigeroutfit
Big cats don’t come much more docile than this. These tiger pants and matching hat are knitted in a luxury yarn that’s a dream to knit with and baby friendly. Because it’s also washable, it’s parent friendly, too. Personally, I don’t think there’s a new parent in the world who wouldn’t be thrilled with this show-stopping ensemble.
yarn and materials
Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere) light worsted (DK) yarn
3 x 1¾oz (50g) balls (137yd/125m) in shade 092 Orange (A)
1 x 1¾oz (50g) ball (137yd/125m) in shade 300 Black (B)
This quantity will be enough for both the trousers and the hat; 2 balls of orange for the trousers and 1 ball for the hat
13in (33cm) length of ½-in (13-mm) wide elastic
A small amount of standard sewing thread
needles and equipment
US 3 (3.25mm) knitting needles
US 2 (2.75mm) knitting needles
Yarn sewing needle
Standard sewing needle
4 x stitch markers or small safety pins
Medium safety pin (for threading elastic)
gauge (tension)
25 sts and 34 rows in stockinette (stocking) stitch to a 4-in (10-cm) square on US 3 (3.25mm) needles. Note that if you are considering substituting the yarn, this yarn is quite a thin light worsted (DK) and knits up well on these size needles.
measurements
To fit an average 3–6 month (9–12 month) old baby.
The trousers are approx. 12(14)in (30(35.5)cm) long.
The hat has a 13(15)in (33(38)cm) circumference.
For more details on sizes and sizing, see page 114.
abbreviations
See page 126.
to make trousers
Front and back
Make 2
Using US 3 (3.25mm) needles, cast on 58(64) sts in A.
Change to US 2 (2.75mm) needles.
Beg with a k row, work 12 rows in st st.
Mark both ends of last row with a stitch marker or small safety pin.
Change to US 3 (3.25mm) needles.
Beg with a k row, work 16(24) rows in st st.
Join in B from center of ball.
Next row: K22(24) in B, k14(16) in A, k to end using B from outside of ball.
Next row: P22(24) in B, p14(16) in A, p in B to end.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st in A.
Next row: K15(17) in B, k28(30) in A, k in B to end.
Next row: P15(17) in B, p28(30) in A, p in B to end.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st in A.
Rep last 16 rows once more.
Next row: K22(24) in B, k14(16) in A, k in B to end.
Next row: P22(24) in B, p14(16) in A, p in B to end.
Next row: In A, k27(30), bind (cast) off 4 sts, k to end.
Work on second group of 27(30) sts only.
Next row: Purl.
Next row: Bind (cast) off 2 sts, k to end. (25(28) sts)
Beg with a p row, work 3 rows in st st in A.
*Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in B.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st in A.
Rep last 8 rows, 3(4) times more.
Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in B.
Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in A.
Change to US 2 (2.75mm) needles.
Beg with a k row, work 12 rows in st st in A.
Bind (cast) off using one of the US 3 (3.25mm) needles.
Rejoin A to rem 27(30) sts on WS of work.
Bind (cast) off 2 sts, p to end. (25(28) sts)
Beg with a k row, work 4 rows in st st.
Work as for first leg from * to end.
Tail
Using US 2 (2.75mm) needles, cast on 10 sts in A.
Beg with a k row, work 8 rows in st st.
Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in B.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st in A.
Rep last 8 rows twice more.
Break B and cont in A.
Row 33: K1, ssk, k4, k2tog, k1. (8 sts)
Row 34: P2tog, p4, p2tog. (6 sts)
Row 35: K1, ssk, k2tog, k1. (4 sts)
Break yarn and thread through rem sts.
to make up trousers
Join inner and outer leg seams using mattress stitch (see page 125), keeping markers in position at waist.
Oversew (see page 126) crotch seam.
Turn up just under ¾in (2cm) for the lower hems and oversew in place.
Turn down the waistband so that the cast-on edge meets the row indicated by the markers. Oversew in position, leaving a gap at one side for threading the elastic. Thread the elastic, secure the ends, and sew the gap in the waistband closed.
to make hat
Main part
Using US 3 (3.25mm) needles, cast on 84(96) sts in A.
Beg with a k row, work 10(14) rows in st st.
Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in B.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st in A.
Rep last 8 rows twice more.
Beg with a k row, work 2 rows in st st in B.
Beg with a k row, work 4 rows in st st in A.
Now, working 2 rows st st in A, 2 rows st st in B, then breaking B and working rest of hat in A, AT THE SAME TIME shape crown as folls:
Size 9–12 months only
Next row: [K6, k2tog] to end. (84 sts)
Next row: Purl.
Both sizes
Next row: [K5, k2tog] to end. (72 sts)
Next and every foll WS row unless otherwise stated: Purl.
Next RS row: [K4, k2tog] to end. (60 sts)
Next RS row: [K3, k2tog] to end. (48 sts)
Next RS row: [K2, k2tog] to end. (36 sts)
Next RS row: [K1, k2tog] to end. (24 sts)
Next RS row: [K2tog] to end. (12 sts)
Next row: [P2tog] to end. (6 sts)
Break yarn and thread through rem sts.
Ear
Make 4
Using US 3 (3.25mm) needles, cast on 8 sts in A.
Beg with a k row, work 6 rows in st st.
Row 7: K1, ssk, k2, k2tog, k1. (6 sts)
Row 8: P2tog, p2, p2tog. (4 sts)
Bind (cast) off.
to make up hat
Sew back seam of hat using mattress stitch (see page 125).
Place two ear pieces right sides together and oversew (see page 126) round the curved edges. Turn the right way out and slip stitch the cast-on edges together. Make the other ear in the same way. Oversew the ears in position using the photograph as a guide.
Weave in all loose ends.
skill level
ladybugbackpack
No self-respecting toddler can do without a backpack these days, to carry around life’s little essentials like a favorite toy and a snack for when those hunger pangs strike. And why would you want something plain and boring when you could have a colorful ladybug? The yarn I’ve used here is available in a great choice of colors. So if classic ladybugs don’t tickle your fancy or go with a planned outfit, try different colors to create a customized bug.
yarn and materials
Debbie Bliss Rialto Chunky (100% merino wool) bulky (chunky) yarn
1 x 1¾oz (50g) ball (66yd/60m) in shade 024 Scarlet (A)
2 x 1¾oz (50g) balls (66yd/60m) in shade 001 Black (B)
A small amount of off-white light worsted (DK) yarn
3 x ¾-in (20-mm) black buttons
Black sewing thread
needles and equipment
Size US 10½ (6.5mm) knitting needles
Size US 8 (5mm) knitting needles
2 x double-pointed US 8 (5mm) needles
Yarn sewing needle
Large-eyed embroidery needle
Standard sewing needle
gauge (tension)
15 sts and 21 rows in stockinette (stocking) stitch to a 4-in (10-cm) square on US 10½ (6.5mm) needles.
measurements
The backpack is designed for an average 2–3 year old.
The pack itself is 9¾in (25cm) long and the straps are 16½in (42cm) long (unstretched). You could easily make the straps a bit longer or shorter to suit different sizes.
For more details on sizes and sizing, see page 114.
abbreviations
See page 126.
to make backpack
Front
Using US 10½ (6.5mm) needles, cast on 16 sts in A.
*Row 1: Inc, k to last 2 sts, inc, k1. (18 sts)
Row 2: Inc pwise, p to last 2 sts, inc pwise, p1. (20 sts)
Row 3: K1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1. (22 sts)
Row 4: P1, m1 pwise, p to last st, m1 pwise, p1. (24 sts)
Rep rows 3–4 twice more. (32 sts)
Beg with a k row, work 30 rows in st st.*
Break A and join in B.
Knit 2 rows.
**Beg with a k row, work 4 rows in st st.
Row 45: K1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. (30 sts)
Row 46: P1, p2tog, p to last 3 sts, p2tog tbl, p1. (28 sts)
Rep rows 45–46, 4 times more. (12 sts)
Bind (cast) off.
Lower back
Using US 10½ (6.5mm) needles, cast on 16 sts in B.
Work as for front from * to *.
Knit 2 rows.
Bind (cast) off.
Upper back
Using US 10½ (6.5mm) needles, cast on 32 sts in B.
Row 1: Knit.
Row 2: K4, bind (cast) off 2 sts, then k8, bind (cast) off 2 sts, then k8, bind (cast) off 2 sts, k to end. (26 sts)
Row 3: K4, cast on 2 sts, [k9, cast on 2 sts] twice, k4. (32 sts) Work as for front from ** to end.
Antenna
Make 2
Using US 8 (5mm) double-pointed needles, cast on 3 sts in B.
Work 8 rows using the i-cord technique (see page 124).
Round 9: Sl1, k2tog, psso. (1 st)
Fasten off.
Straps
Make 2
Using standard US 8 (5mm) needles, cast on 65 sts in B.
Knit 2 rows.
Bind (cast) off.
to make up
Sew front and back pieces together using mattress stitch (see page 125) and making sure the upper part of the back overlaps the lower part. Sew on buttons.
Stitch the antennae in place.
Stitch one end of each strap to the corner of the backpack and the other ends just above the center buttonhole on the upper back.