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■ Nautical sweater ■ Monster tissue case ■ Coat, hat & socks set ■ Balloon mobile
Fun intarsia motif and easy stripes
Sweet ideas for summer makes Lovable toy monk e to cuddle y
Little ones 4 premature baby knits
Party ready Lacy bolero
Easy knit
Textured blanket
Dress up
Pinafore & beret
PLUS EXPERT TIPS AND KNITTING KNOW-HOW FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS
Cast on this pretty vintage-style lacy bolero, page 32
Editor's letter
Welcome
Babies brighten our world, don't they? And for those of us who are knitters, a baby is a wonderful excuse to get our needles out and make something adorable.
Girls will be as pretty as a picture in this pinafore and beret set, page 21
This issue, we've got some lovely knits you'll want to make. There's a pretty dress with matching beret (page 21), a terrifc jumper decorated with a cute dog's face (page 6), plus coats, hats, booties, blankets, nursery decor and a delightful monkey toy (page 29) for babies to cuddle. Special this issue is a feature about knitting toys for a premature baby charity (page 60) and our own collection of knits for tiny early arrivals (page 41).
A cheeky little chap to play with! page 29 Babies will love this jumper with its cute doggy face, page 6
Lucy Whyld Editor PS If you have any technical queries about the patterns featured, email loveknitting@immediate.co.uk for help. Don’t miss our next issue, on sale on 1st August.
Knit this quick and easy tank top for summer, page 36
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Contents July 2017
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Projects 6 Dog jumper
25 Textured waistcoat
14 Stripy textured blanket
29 Monkey toy
A cuddly friend to love and play with‌ and to share some secrets with
Inspired by beach holidays, our set is designed especially for early arrivals: 42 Seahorse cardigan 45 Little fshes booties 46 Tiny tiddlers beanie hat 48 Octopus cuddly toy
16 Sporty tank top
32 Lacy bolero
50 Coat, hat & socks
21 Pinafore & beret
36 Nautical sweater
56 Blanket, mitts & boots
Adorable intarsia jumper with a cute motif for animal-loving babies Three stitch patterns worked in three colours make for a tactile treat Knit a colourful vest top in variegated yarn for a bright and breezy summer look Pretty in pink, this vintage-style set is a perfect party outft for little girls 4 LOV E K N IT T I N G
Be ready for all occasions in a button-up waistcoat worked in a satiny yarn
Perfect for a wedding or a posh party, this pretty little jacket is simply delightful This quick and easy knit in garter stitch and bright stripes is ideal for beginners
41 Premature baby collection
All-in-one wraparound jacket with matching tie-up hat and ribbed socks Build up this patchwork blanket and team it with mitts and booties
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64 Cardigan & waistcoat
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These two classic knits in cable and garter stitch are wardrobe must-haves
70 Play blanket
Lots of colour and texture to explore
72 Hot air balloon mobile Head for the sunny skies‌
79 Tissue box cover
Rraaaarrr! This monster loves you!
Also this issue...
83 Ankle boots
11 Letters 12 Best buys 60 Premature baby knits 69 Knitting trends 76 Ask the experts
Great for practising working in the round
86 How to knit 89 Shopping guide 90 Last word: Sarah Hatton 91 Next issue LOV E K N IT T I N G 5
Dog jumper
Wof, wof! Cast on Jo Allport’s adorable intarsia jumper, adorned with a cute dog’s face – it’s perfect for a playful child who loves pets
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his delightful jumper is worked in stocking stitch and has striped sleeves. The dog’s face is knitted in the intarsia method, though his ears are knitted separately and stitched on afterwards. There’s a
nicely tactile contrast between the bouclé yarn of the dog contrasted with the smooth yarn of the jumper. Kids will love to tickle the little dog’s fur! We’ve used strong colours but this jumper will work just as well in brighter shades.
About these yarns Sirdar Snuggly DK
55% nylon, 45% acrylic; 165m per 50g Machine wash at 40˚C
Sirdar Snowfake DK 100% polyester; 85m per 25g Machine wash at 40˚C From £1.99, for stockists call 01924 231 682 or visit www.sirdar.co.uk
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Top Tip A row contr i a usful tol whn knitting boclé yarns as it ca be hard to se th stitchs
We’ve used a yarn with good stitch defnition so the dog’s face stands out really well against it
Kids wil love to romp arond in thi plaful jumper!
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Dog jumper Sizing guide Sizes & measurements
Jumper You will need ■ Sirdar Snuggly DK, 50g in: Mini Monster (shade 475) x 2 (2: 2: 3: 3: 3) balls – A White (shade 251) x 1 ball – B Black (shade 312) x 1 ball – C Whisper (shade 313) x 1 ball – D ■ Sirdar Snowfake DK, 25g x 1 ball of Elephant Grey (shade 707) – E ■ 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles ■ 4mm (UK 8, US 6) knitting needles ■ 2 stitch holders
Tension ■ 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 4mm (UK 8, US 6) needles
Abbreviations ■ cdd: Central double decrease Slip 2 sts tog to right needle as if to knit tog, k1, pass the 2 slipped sts over the k1 ■ For standard abbreviations see page 87
Top Tip For a slightly chunkier lok, try 2x2 rib at th edges instad of 1x1
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newborn
3 mths
6 mths
12 mths
24 mths
36 mths
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To ft chest
cm in
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17¼
18½
19¾
21¼
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Actual measurements
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55
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62
67
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21¾
23¼
24½
26½
27½
Length to shoulder
cm
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26
28
31
33
36
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10¼
11
12¼
13
14¼
in
JUMPER Back
**With 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) needles and yarn A, cast on 58 (62: 66: 70: 76: 80) sts. Row 1 (RS) *K1, p1, rep from * to end. Row 2 As Row 1. These 2 rows form 1x1 rib. Work 1x1 rib for 3cm, 1¼in, ending with a WS row. Change to 4mm (UK 8, UK 6) needles.** Work in st-st until work meas 23 (26: 28: 31: 33: 36)cm, 9 (10¼: 11: 12¼: 13: 14¼)in, ending with a WS row. Shape shoulders Cast off 7 (7: 8: 8: 9: 10) sts at the beg of the next 2 rows. Cast off 7 (8: 8: 9: 10: 10) sts at the beg of the next 2 rows. Work the rounded neck border in 1x1 rib for 3cm (1½in)
Put the rem 30 (32: 34: 36: 38: 40) sts onto a holder.
Front Work ** to ** as for the back. Work 12 (14: 16: 18: 18: 20) rows st-st. Work from the Chart in the intarsia method, with st-st either side of the chart, as foll: Row 1 (RS) K16 (18: 20: 22: 25: 27) st-st, Chart row 1 across 26 sts, k16 (18: 20: 22: 25: 27). Row 2 P16 (18: 20: 22: 25: 27), Chart row 2 across 26 sts, p16 (18: 20: 22: 25: 27). These 2 rows set the position of the pattern. Cont in patt and complete the Chart. Then work in yarn A only and in st-st until work meas 18 (21: 23: 26: 28: 31)cm, 7 (8¼: 9: 10¼: 11: 12¼)in, ending with a WS row.
Cheky chap This little monkey will have everyone in fts of giggles with his mischevious eyes and cheerful smile. Designed by Jane Burns Fabulous gift for a frst birthday!
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Monkey toy
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hat child won’t want to play with this cute monkey toy? He’s made in separate pieces, which are then joined together, stuffng as you go. Knitted in stocking stitch, with a bit of garter stitch at
the edges of the ears, the stripy body and head are one piece and the arms, legs, ears, muzzle and nose are sewn on to it. Remember to stitch all parts on securely to prevent any part being pulled off during rough and tumble play.
MONKEY
Stripe pattern
Mokey
4 rounds yarn A. 4 rounds yarn B. 4 rounds yarn C.
You will need
Body & head
■ Stylecraft Special DK,100g x 1 ball each of: Grey (shade 1099) – A Silver (shade 1203) – B Citron (shade 1263) – C ■ Oddment of white DK yarn ■ 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles ■ 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) circular needle ■ Stitch markers ■ Tapestry needle ■ Toy stuffng
Using 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) circular needle and yarn A, cast on 8 sts, join in to the round taking care not to twist Working in stripe patt as set, cont as folls: Round 1 (and all odd-numbered rounds) Knit. Round 2 *K1, m1, rep from * to end. 16 sts Round 4 *K2, m1, rep from * to end. 24 sts Round 6 *K3, m1, rep from * to end. 32 sts Round 8 *K4, m1, rep from * to end. 40 sts Round 10 *K5, m1, rep from * to end. 48 sts Round 12 *K6, m1, rep from * to end. 56 sts Rounds 13-24 Knit.
Measurements ■ Approx 30cm, 12in tall
Tension ■ 24 sts and 34 rounds to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) needles
Abbreviations
■ For standard abbreviations see page 87
About this yarn
Stylecraft Special DK 100% acrylic 295m per 100g Machine wash at 40˚C £1.95, for stockists call 01535 609 798 or visit www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk
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Shape belly Round 25 K16, (k2, k2tog) 6 times, k16. 50 sts Round 26 Knit. Round 27 K16, (k1, k2tog) 6 times, k16. 44 sts Round 28 Knit. Round 29 K16, (k2tog) 6 times, k16. 38 sts Rounds 30-44 Knit. Stuff.
Top Tip Remember not to overstuff yor mokey or h might end up with lumpy limbs ad a podgy body!
Work in yarn B only for rest of head and body. Round 45 *K2tog, rep from * to end. 19 sts Round 46 *K1, m1, rep from * to end. 38 sts Round 47 K1, (k6, m1) 6 times, k1. 44 sts Round 48 Knit. Round 49 K1, (k7, m1) 6 times, k1. 50 sts Round 50 Knit. Round 51 K1, (k8, m1) 6 times, k1. 56 sts Round 52 Knit. Round 53 K1, (k9, k1) 6 times, k1. 62 sts Round 54 Knit. Round 55 K1, (k10, m1) 6 times, k1. 68 sts. Rounds 56-71 Knit. Round 72 K1, (k9, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 62 sts Round 73 K1, (k8, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 56 sts Round 74 K1, (k7, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 50 sts Round 75 K1, (k6, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 44 sts Round 76 K1, (k5, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 38 sts Round 77 K1, (k4, k2tog) 6 times, k1. 32 sts Stuff. Round 78 *K2tog, rep from * to end. 16 sts Round 79 *K2tog, rep from * to end. 8 sts Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread through rem sts, pull tight and fasten off.
Muzzle Using 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) circular needle and yarn B, cast on 40 sts, join into the round taking care not to twist Rounds 1-10 Knit. Round 11 (k6, k2tog) 5 times. 35 sts Round 12 K3, (k2tog, k5) 4 times, k2tog, k2. 30 sts Round 13 *K2tog, rep from * to end. 15 sts Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread through rem sts, pull tight and fasten off.
Nose Using 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) straight
Under th sa
Angela Turner has designed a gorgeous little clothing set, and a sea creature toy to cuddle, especially for premature babies
Special knits for premature babies
Premature baby set
Pracing sahors This adorable cardigan has a seahorse frolicking in an underwater garden, full of the joys of life!
Swiss darn the seahorse o the cardie n
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Premature baby set
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his little cardigan has been designed for wrapping around the littlest of babies and thought has been given to the special care premature babies need. It has wide sleeves to aid dressing
Seahors cardie
SEAHORSE CARDIE
You will need
Pattern note
■ Peter Pan 4ply, 100g x 1 ball of Soft Cream (shade 330) – A ■ Peter Pan 4ply, 50g x 1 ball each of: Lupin (shade 936) – B Mango (shade 934) – C Bubbles (shade 905) – D Note: there is enough yarn to make the cardie plus the booties plus the beanie ■ 2.75mm (UK 12, US 2) knitting needles ■ 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles ■ 5 small cream buttons ■ 2 small stitch holders ■ Length of black embroidery thread ■ White sewing thread
The back and fronts are knitted in one piece up to the armhole.
Measurements
and buttons on the cuffs so that tiny fngers don’t get caught. At the hem, sea-green ribbing forms a base for the picture of an underwater garden with swirling seaweed and a delightful seahorse dancing about among it.
Body Using 2.75mm (UK 12, US 2) needles and yarn D, cast on 81 sts. Work 8 rows 1x1 rib. Change to 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) needles. Work 2 rows st-st. Change to yarn A and st-st 18 rows. Right front Row 1 K17, k2tog, turn. 18 sts Put rem 63 sts on a st holder. Next row Purl. Next row K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog.
16sts Next row Purl. Next row Knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. 15 sts Next row Purl. Rep last 4 rows until 9 sts rem. Next row K2tog, knit to end. 8 sts Next row Purl. Next row Knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. 7 sts Next row Purl. Rep last 4 rows until 3 sts rem. Next row K3tog. Cut yarn and thread through. Back Rejoin yarn to rem sts. Row 1 K2tog, k39, k2tog, turn. 41sts Put rem 19sts on a st holder.
■ To ft chest 25cm, 10in; actual chest measurement 30cm, 12in
Tension ■ 28 sts and 38 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) needles
Ribbing around the neckline will keep tiny necks feeling snug
Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 87
About this yarn Peter Pan 4ply
55% nylon, 45% acrylic 412m per 100g; 260m per 50g Machine washable at 30˚C £5.49 (100g), £3.49 (50g) For stockists call 01943 872 264 or visit www.tbramsden.co.uk
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