Little Lonely Leftovers Vest by Wool and Beyond

How CUTE is this little vest?! A simple construction of garter stitch and icord edging it’s bound to be a super fun and fast knit. Little Lonely Leftovers Vest is a simple kids vest in garter stitch with a rounded bottom edge and icord edging and ties.

We recommend Önling No. 1 for this pattern. You could also use a mini skein of Coates & Co sock yarn for contrast color edges!

Gauge is 16 sts x 34 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on a US size 6 needle

Pattern is available in 7 sizes.

Sparkle Sweater by Tin Can Knits

This sweater pattern has such a lovely and simple yoke pattern which makes it fun to knit but not overly complicated like some fair isle work can be.

We recommend Illimani Santi or Önling No. 2 for this pattern. Lots of beautiful colors to choose from.

Gauge is 22 sts x 30 rows to 4 inches in stockinette stitch on a US size 6 needle

Pattern is available in 28 sizes ranging from newborn, to women’s XS - 6XL to men’s 6XL

August Hat Mini by Luna Knit

A perfect and beautiful cabled hat. With the staghorn style cabling and the pom pom this hat is just adorable and very wearable.

We recommend Önling No. 1

Gauge is 23 stitches x 35 rows to 4 inches in cable pattern on size US 4 needles

Pattern is available in one size For head circumferences of 45-51 cm / 18-20 inches

Four Points Blanket by Purl Soho

Judith just made this beautiful blanket using Önling No.2 in the colors Dusty Rose and Very Light Grey, then to tie it all together she did a simple crocheted border all the way around. So beautiful and so cozy! Perfect for you on the sofa or for a new baby.

We recommend Önling No. 2

Gauge is 26 stitches x 52 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 3 needles

Pattern is available in finished sizes of 36 or 52 inches square

Bias Garter Stitch Blanket adaption

Lily just made this one with some simple improvisation of the Corner to Corner Washcloth from Purl Soho and some yarn from her stash. The end product of this pattern is a bias knit garter stitch square so you can easily change your yarn and the size of the square to whatever you’d like! Just continue increasing until half of your yarn is gone or the square is half the size you want, and then decrease back down. A really fun and simple project. Plus it would look amazing in stripes or with pom poms on the corners… She’s already planning a striped version using Önling No. 1…

Though you can use any yarn and needle size that works for you we especially love the outcome of these yarns: Önling No 1, Blue Sky Baby Alpaca, Coates & Co Prairie Sock (especially because the minis are perfect for stripes or color blocks!), or Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok.

Whatever your heart desires!

Lily used approximately 550 yards of Aran weight yarn on a size US 10.5 needle and the finished size is 30” square after blocking.

Nine Patch Blanket by Kay Gardiner

*Pattern available in the Log Cabin Field Guide

This is a very clever design as the 4 mitered squares in the corners of the blocks make it so you never have any squares touching where the garter stitch goes the same direction. Very easy and fun especially if you add a pop of color…

We recommend either Önling No. 1, Blue Sky Woolstok or Coates & Co sock yarn for this pattern. All are beautiful and a joy to work with.

Gauge is 20 stitches x 40 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on US 6 needles.

Finished measurements are 48” x 42”

Colorblock Bias Blanket by Purl Soho

So simple but so fun! Endless stripe and color options and the tassels on the corners just make the whole thing! Perfect for a new baby in your life or just to be a beautiful throw on your sofa.

We recommend Coates & Co. Prairie Sock Yarn for this one for a beautiful machine washable option and all the mini skeins are just perfect for stripes!!

Gauge is 22 sts x 44 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 6 needles.

Finished measurements are 33 x 33 inches.

The Mitered Squares Blanket by Purl Soho

This is such a great pattern! Small mitered garter stitch squares mean that you can just play! Play with yarn, color, and the final layout of your squares. So much fun… We’ve even seen people make quilt square patterns with their finished pieces!

We suggest Illimani Sabri for a beautiful drapey soft cotton/alpaca option, Önling No. 2 for a super soft wool option, or Coates & Co. Sock Yarn for a colorful & machine washable option!

Gauge is 22 sts x 44 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 6 needles.

Pattern is available in sizes: Small Throw & Throw.

You will need between 2200 and 8400 yards of fingering weight yarn depending on finished size.

The Little Mitered Stripes Blanket by Purl Soho

This is a beautiful but simple blanket. The stunning contrast of two color stripes and mitered corners make this especially aesthetically pleasing.

We recommend Ito So Kosho or Blue Sky Woolstok for this pattern as both will hold up great but also look amazing. Another beautiful option is Joseph Galler Prime Alpaca.

Gauge is 21 stitches x 40 rows to 4 inches
in Garter Stitch on a size US 6 needle.

The pattern is available in Crib and Throw sizes

You will need between 1600-2900 yards of DK weight yarn depending on the finished size of the blanket.

The Prism Blanket by Purl Soho

This is a beautiful pattern and would be a blast to play with the colors! Whether you use all neutrals, or maybe mostly neutrals and then one or two pops of a neon, or all mixed bright colors the end result is sure to be fun and beautiful.

Yarns we recommend are Önling No. 1 or Ito So Kosho. Both have beautiful feel and drape, as well as many color options. Another beautiful option is Joseph Galler Prime Alpaca.

Pattern is available in crib and throw sizes

GAUGE 
22 stitches and 44 rows (22 ridges) = 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 6 needles

you will need between 1700-3000 yards of sport weight yarn depending on the finished size of the blanket.

Kystens Perle by Emilie Fauerskov

We just love the colorwork of this design. A simple but playful motif and a great way to play with colors. With a yoked construction this sweater will be able to grow with a child for a few seasons and be comfortable while doing so. A great child’s pattern.

We recommend Önling No. 2 or Ito So Kosho

Gauge is 24 sts x 26 rows to 4 inches in colorwork on size US 4 needles.

Pattern is available in sizes for children aged 1 -12 years.

Sorgenfri Blanket by Indiblomst

A simple stitch to add texture and softness to a simple baby blanket. This is the perfect gift for a new spring baby. The stitch of this pattern makes it feel especially cozy and spongy and tactile for a baby to love.

We recommend Önling No. 1

Gauge is 17 sts to 4 inches in pattern on US 8 needles

You will need approximately 1095 yards of worsted weight yarn

Colorblock Bias Blanket by Purl Soho

This is a great blanket to have fun with color! A garter stitch bias construction means that as long as your yarns are the same gauge you can have fun with stripes! We find these types of blankets SO fun to make and great to gift.

We recommend either Coates & Co. Prairie Sock for a machine washable option (and you can get mini skeins for stripes!) or Önling No. 2

Gauge is 22 sts x 44 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on US 6 needles

Blanket is approximately 33 inches square when finished

You will need approximately 1450 yards of DK weight yarn.

Kids’ Pom Pom Scarf by Lainie Wicks

This is just so adorable! Such a simple design and a wonderful gift for spring when made with some fun colors.

We recommend either Blue Sky Woolstok or Önling No. 1 for this pattern. Both have nice contrast colors for pom poms!

You will need 100-150 yards of worsted weight yarn and size US 6 needles.

Pattern is free and you can find pom pom makers here and our pom pom making tutorial here.

Sunde Sweater Mini by November Knits

Gosh this is too cute! Raglan sleeves mean this sweater will fit children well and allow it to grow with them for a little while and it will be able to me worn for more than a few months.

We recommend Blue Sky Fibers Alpaca Sport for a hardy but soft feel.

Gauge is 21 sts x 28 rows to 4 inches on size US 6 needles.

Pattern is available in sizes 3 months to 4 years.

Little Baby Sweater by Purl Soho

The perfect spring baby shower gift! A very fun and simple knit and so much fun to play with color combinations. Stripes for a new babe in spring! Need we say more?

We recommend Isager Alpaca 2 or Illimani Sabri which has a high cotton content making it especially baby friendly.

Gauge is 7 sts to 1 inch i garter stitch on size US 3 needles.

Pattern is available for free and in sizes newborn to 6 months.

Garter Ear Flap Hat by Purl Soho

These are great for kids and babes who live in cold climates. The pattern has built in short rows to make sure to cover the ears and also to help it stay on. Cute as can be!

We recommend Blue Sky Woolstok as it is soft but can withstand a lot of wear so it’s great for kids.

Gauge is 17 sts x 32 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch on size US 8 needles.

Pattern is available for free in sizes baby to adult.

Fagerborg Baby Jacket by Indiblomst

This wonderfully simple baby sweater hits all of our baby sweater requirements. Beautiful, easy to make, and something that will be comfy to wear for a new babe and grow with them for a while.

We recommend using Blue Sky Fibers baby alpaca for this as it’s just super soft and will wear well with time.

Gauge: 21 stitches to 4 inches on US 5 needles.

Pattern is available in sizes: newbord through 5/6 childs

Piper Hat by Yankee Knitter Designs

Made with a heavier weight yarn this is a perfect hat for a cold morning. We suggest either Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok or Isager Alpaca 3 plus choose a contrasting color and make a super cute pom pom topper. Pom pom makers available here as well as a video tutorial here.

Gauge: 3 stitches to 1 inch in stockinette stitch on size US 10.5 needles.

Pattern includes sizes baby through adult

Child’s Aran Sweater by Yankee Knitter Designs

This is such a beautiful cabled sweater pattern and the drop sleeve is a nice touch for a sweater that will grow with the child for a while. Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok is the best yarn for this as it has great stitch definition and is a workhorse yarn. It never pills, washes easily, still looks great with a lot of wear, and there are a ton of pretty colors to choose from.

Gauge: 20 stitches to 4 inches in seed stitch on a size US 5 needle.

pattern has a cardigan and pullover version and child’s sizes 1 through 12.