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Take It From The Top - Knitting Pattern

 Take It From The Top - Knitting Pattern
The photo above © odacier
What beautiful pullover knitting pattern! I found it on Ravelry.
An oversized pullover from the top down. Begin with the collar and yoke, knit the sleeves down to the wrists and then knit around on the body for either a cropped or longer, tunic length. Try it on as you go!

In A Wink Baby Blanket - Free Pattern

In A Wink Baby Blanket - Free Pattern
The photo above © Bernat Design Team
This adorable baby blanket pattern would make the perfect hand-stitched gift for any baby shower. Complete this In A Wink Baby Blanket as quick as a wink! Knit this snuggly blanket for your own newborn or as a thoughtful gift for a mom-to-be. This easy knitted blanket pattern will look beautiful in the nursery. Wrap a wee one in soft, luxurious yarns that will be perfect for nap time. This relaxing pattern is perfect for the sofa--just sit down and knit away. This lovely blanket is sure to become a warm, cuddly keepsake.

Download Pattern: In A Wink Baby Blanket 

Easy Newborn Baby Booties - Free Knitting Pattern

Easy Newborn Baby Booties - Free Knitting Pattern
Photos above © Gina from Gina Michelle  
What beautiful baby booties knitting pattern! I found it on Pinterest.
These knit baby booties are so easy, it's crazy! You can make these Crazy Easy Knit Baby Booties with this helpful pattern. The simple baby knitting pattern provides tons of handy advice and pictures to make this knitting project as easy as possible. Not only is this free knitting pattern crazy easy, but it's also super quick. So, if you're ever in a pinch for a last-minute baby shower gift, then you can simply turn to this knit bootie pattern and you're done! You'll have a cute, inexpensive, and personal DIY gift in no time.

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Lickety-Split Baby Hats - Free Pattern

Lickety-Split Baby Hats - Free Pattern
Photos above © Jennifer Dickerson  
What easy baby hats knitting pattern!
Learn how to complete this fast knit baby hat pattern and create the perfect gift for any little one in your life.

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Worsted Weight Baby Booties - Free Pattern

Worsted Weight Baby Booties - Free Pattern
Photos above © Marni Reecer  
These Worsted Weight Baby Booties knit up fast and thick enough to keep baby toes warm. Their brown and heather-gray coloring gives them a slightly rugged look, and decorative laces add interest and charm. To learn how to make baby booties, follow these instructions from Marni Made It, and you'll have knit baby booties in no time! 

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Little Babbity Premature Baby Set – Free Knitting Pattern

Little Babbity Premature Baby Set free knitting pattern

Little Babbity Premature Baby Set. Photo © Marianna

Little Babbity – Premature Baby Set is a free collection of tiny baby knitting patterns from Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days. The collection includes coordinating baby jackets, hats and booties designed in several sizes for premature babies.

Worked with DK-weight yarn and 4 mm needles, these small projects are a practical choice for knitters looking for preemie clothing patterns or handmade items to donate to neonatal and baby charities.

Little Babbity Premature Baby Set Details

  • Designer: Marianna
  • Source: Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days
  • Craft: Knitting
  • Pattern availability: Free
  • Includes: Baby jackets, hats and booties
  • Sizes: Several premature baby sizes, with newborn sizing available for some pieces
  • Yarn weight: DK / 8-ply
  • Needles: 4 mm (US 6)
  • Jacket gauge: 22 stitches = 4 inches (10 cm)
  • Language: English

What's Included in the Free Pattern?

Little Babbity is more than a single cardigan pattern. Marianna's original pattern page brings together several coordinating pieces for very small babies.

You can knit a Babbity Baby Jacket, matching Babbity Baby Hat and tiny Babbity Baby Booties. This makes it possible to create a complete coordinated preemie set rather than choosing unrelated patterns for each garment.

Premature Baby Sizes

One of the most useful features of this collection is the range of small sizes. The original instructions provide multiple premature baby sizes rather than treating all preemies as a single size.

The jacket, for example, is available in Small, Medium and Large Premature sizes, with a Newborn version also included. The hats and booties likewise offer several tiny size options.

Always check the finished measurements given in the original pattern before choosing a size, particularly when knitting for a specific baby or for a hospital donation program.

Yarn and Needles

The Little Babbity pieces are designed around DK (8-ply) yarn and 4 mm (US 6) knitting needles.

Because preemie garments are so small, individual pieces can require relatively modest amounts of yarn. The exact amount varies according to the garment and size, so check Marianna's original instructions for the piece you plan to knit.

A Practical Project for Charity Knitting

Small premature baby garments are popular charity-knitting projects because they are relatively quick to make and can help provide appropriately sized clothing for very small newborns.

If you are knitting for a hospital, neonatal unit or charity, check that organization's current requirements before choosing yarn, buttons, garment type or size. Individual organizations may have specific rules for donated baby clothing.

Simple, Classic Baby Knitting

The Little Babbity collection has a traditional handmade look built around familiar knit textures and straightforward shaping. The coordinating pieces can be worked in the same yarn for a matching set or in different colors to use small quantities from your stash.

Since the complete instructions and sizing information are provided by the designer, use the original pattern page while knitting rather than relying on abbreviated versions shared elsewhere online.

Get the Free Little Babbity Premature Baby Set Pattern

Marianna provides the complete Little Babbity – Premature Baby Set free on her original Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days website.

Get the Free Little Babbity Premature Baby Set Pattern

Pattern availability was checked when this article was updated. Availability on external websites may change over time.

Squirreled Away Baby Blanket - Free Pattern

Squirreled Away Baby Blanket - Free Pattern
Designed by  © Bernat Design Team
What beautiful baby blanket knitting pattern! I found it on Pinterest.
The Squirreled Away Baby Blanket is a hooded, textured knit baby blanket pattern you don't want to miss. This adorable blanket is soft, cozy, and perfect for kids of all ages.

Basic Knit Baby Booties - Free Pattern

Basic Knit Baby Booties - Free Pattern
Designed by  © Bernat Design Team
What beautiful baby booties knitting pattern!  I found it on Pinterest...
Learn how to knit baby booties with this adorable pattern. Any little one would be lucky to receive such a beautiful handmade knit baby pattern.

Download Pattern: Basic Knit Baby Booties 

Christmas Coffee Cozies - Free Pattern

Christmas Coffee Cozies - Free Pattern
The photo above © TraceyNicole
What beautiful knitting pattern! I found it on Ravelry.
Used this chart for the monograms and this chart for the batman logo. This pattern is a breeze and made for really cute + quick Christmas gifts for some of my co-workers. Start to finish on one of the cozies only took an hour, another hour or less to stitch the initials.

Magic Mittens - Knitting Pattern

Magic Mittens - Knitting Pattern
Photos above © Destiny Meyer
What beautiful knitting mittens pattern! I found it on Pinterest.
Mitten Pattern Magic Mittens combines a classic mitten style with super bulky yarn for a fast and addictive knit for all ages. They are knit entirely in the round using the magic loop method and written for sizes from toddler to adult men's. 

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We're Going Ga-Ga for These Baby Socks - Free Pattern

We're Going Ga-Ga for These Baby Socks - Free Pattern
The photo above © Andrea Sanchez
What beautiful knitting socks pattern! I found it on Pinterest.
These socks are worked from the top down and use a short row heel. If you're new to sock knitting, this baby-sized project is a perfect way to learn all the parts that go into a full-sized sock.

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Honeycomb - Free Pattern

 Honeycomb - Free Pattern
The photo above © Nikki Van De Car
What beautiful knitting sleepwear pattern! I found it on Pinterest.
A blanket of concentric squishy squares, Like A Honeycomb, is simple, homey, and versatile. Inspired in part by the mitered shaping in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s Baby Surprise Jacket...

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