17 Knitting Patterns for New Moms
For that someone in your life who's expecting, these are the perfect handmade gifts!
Mother's Day is coming up. For some, it's just another Mother's Day in a long line. For others, it's their first ever. Try some of these Knitting Ideas for New Moms to celebrate this profoundly important holiday. Don't limit these knits to the big holidays. Being pregnant is a special and iconic time for all women who choose to have children, but there's only so long until that bundle of joy is dropped off by the stork. Take all the time you're spending resting and waiting for baby's arrival to try out some of these knitting ideas.
The problem with searching for knitting ideas for newborns is that baby knits often fall into a very broad category. All mommies out there know that there is a big difference between a week old, a month old, and a year old. We've made it easy on you, and collected a bunch of knitting ideas made specifically for newborns, or babies under three months old. From hats the can wear on their most sensitive spot until they get bigger and stronger, to blankies they can carry with them for the rest of their life, take these knitting ideas and create some special for your new treasure.
Did you know the newborn's body is made up of 300 to 350 parts, whereas humans only have 206 bones? That's because some of the cartilaginous parts of the baby fuse as they get older, including those in their heads. These knitting ideas for hats will do well to protect the soft newborn's head, and keep your little bundle of sunshine warm, especially if he or she is a winter baby.
Easiest Baby Booties Pattern
This free easy knit baby booties pattern is a great way to keep your little one's toes warm and cozy. Plus, it's a great knitting pattern for beginners.
Baby Frog Hat
It's no secret that babies need some extra TLC, and while you can rough the cold without a hat, the same might not be said for your newborn. Use some of these knitting ideas to pick out just the perfect piece of headwear.
Cloud Puff Booties
There is little cuter in this world than baby shoes, but they're all so expensive. Go the cheap DIY route and check out these knitting ideas for baby booties and other shoes.
Newborn Knit Hat
Using just one skein of Lion Brand's Modern Baby yarn in red, this simple knit hat was created for the American Heart Association's Little Hats, Big Hearts initiative to raise awareness of heart disease. Whether you're looking for a free hat pattern to knit for charity, or you want to make something for your own little bundle of joy, this simple red newborn knit hat is the perfect pattern to follow.
Birthday Cake Knit Baby Hat
This hat is just as delightful looking as your baby's first birthday cake, and a lot less messy. Knitting for babies has never been so fun and simple at the same time.
Oh Deer Baby Blanket
The Oh Deer Baby Blanket is as cute as can be. This free knitting pattern would make the perfect baby shower gift for a mom-to-be. The pink and brown work together to create the ideal knitted blanket for baby.
Speckled Fawn Baby Hat
For a knit baby hat pattern, this covers all the bases: it's warm, it's cute, and it has a little extra pizzaz. You can even change the pink coloring to blue for a boy, or to yellow or purple if you're waiting for the surprise.
Embroidered Baby Sweater
The sweetness of the careful embroidery on this baby sweater will only be surpassed by the sweetness of your baby in it. This Embroidered Baby Sweater is an easy knitting pattern that you'll be able to knit up in record time.
Lemon Lime Baby Booties
The soft green and blue colors coordinate so well together and create a soothing combination for the eye. Your new arrival will love wearing these knit baby booties because they will keep their feet warm and cozy. Without much time or effort, you will have the perfect knitting pattern for any new arrival in your life.
Super Textures Baby Blanket
Stitched in colorful yarn for a modern look, this knit baby blanket is perfect for any nursery. Your little one will love cuddling up with such a soft blanket and you won't believe how quickly you can work up this pattern.
Knitted Baby Mitten Ornaments
These ornaments make a great gift for a new mother to commemorate her baby's first Christmas!
Dippity Dots Baby Blanket
This precious knit blanket pattern was designed with baby in mind, but you don't have to have a little one of your own to cast on. After all, who wouldn't want a new cozy blanket to keep them nice and toasty during chilly winter nights?
Wild Flower Preemie Hat
The Wild Flower Preemie Hat is a bright, nubby knit hat that will cozily hug her head and ears. The multiple colors of this pretty hat remind us of a field of wild flowers swaying in the wind.
Basic Preemie Hat
This sweet baby hat pattern features a simple stockinette stitch base with a rolled brim. This basic pattern offers tons of room for creativity, so have fun choosing colors, designs, and appliques for all the tiny heads out there.
Spun Sugar Baby Blanket
Learn how to knit a blanket just as darling as your little one with the Spun Sugar Baby Blanket. This knit blanket pattern is knit entirely in the garter stitch making it the perfect pattern for beginners looking to try their hand at a long-term project like the afghan.
Baby Boy Chevron Blanket
There's nothing better than watching a child grow in something you've taken the time out to knit. Learn how to knit a blanket for your little one that will bring you memories to last a lifetime with the Baby Boy Chevron Blanket.
