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Baby Bootie Knitting Patterns

June 30, 2021 by Sarah White

When it comes to knitting for babies, one of the most popular items to make is baby booties. They are small and quick to knit, making them perfect for those last minute baby shower gifts or for when you just need a quick and satisfying project to work on. Plus, they are incredibly adorable on little feet, making them a cherished keepsake for new parents.

There are a variety of different baby bootie patterns available, from simple and classic designs to more intricate and unique styles. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, there is a baby bootie pattern out there that is perfect for you.

For those just starting out, there are plenty of easy patterns that use basic knitting techniques and minimal shaping. These simple designs are great for building confidence and learning new skills. Some popular easy patterns include basic garter stitch booties or ribbed booties.

For those with more experience, there are patterns that incorporate more advanced techniques such as cables or lace. These patterns offer a fun challenge and the opportunity to create something truly special for the new baby. Some popular patterns for advanced knitters include cable knit booties or lace-patterned booties.

No matter your skill level, knitting baby booties is a wonderful way to create a practical and adorable gift for a new parent. Plus, with so many different patterns to choose from, you’ll never run out of inspiration for your next pair of baby booties.

Baby booties are so fun to knit, cute to see on baby’s feet and are a great, useful gift to give to new parents. There are lots of easy options, and even those that use more skills are so small they aren’t much of a challenge.

Here are some great baby bootie knitting patterns straight from Etsy.

These sweet little Garter Stitch booties from Love Fibres are a great project even for a new knitter, and the buttons on the side are super cute. They use DK weight yarn and are available in three sizes.

Aloyna Little Knitter has a similar pattern but the cuff folds over on these. They are only in newborn size.

Knit booties that look like grown-up boots with this cute pattern from Marilyns Creation. These use two colors, have a folded down cuff and buttons, and are available in three sizes.

If you’d rather use Stockinette Stitch for your booties, check out this pretty pair from Baby Jumbuck Knits. I love the shaping on the foot. This pattern has three sizes and uses light or DK weight yarn.

How about some booties that look like sneakers (from Little French Knits)? Or Mary Janes with the socks attached (BEKAH Knits)? These are great for the fashionable babies in the house.

Or maybe add a little cable to your booties? This pattern from Tanjas Handarbeit features ribbed cuffs and baby cables for extra cuteness.

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Pet Beds to Knit

I have two cats, and I have always wanted to make them some kind of cat bed. But I also feel like they would completely ignore it, so I would be better off spending my knitting time on someone who I know will appreciate it (me). If you want to give it a try, though, here are some cute pet beds to knit for cats, small dogs, and maybe even some bigger dogs. 

My favorite of the ones I came across in writing this post is the Capiti knit cave that looks like a cat. This one is from Ursule Knits, and from the pattern description it sounds like it is lightly felted by hand to make it stand up, so you need to use wool to make it. It calls for DK weight but I’m sure worsted would work, too. 

The Maya Cat Cave is another cute cave-like project. Designed by Lavi V and using super bulky yarn, it’s like a purpose-made sack for your kitty to hang out in. It uses a metal ring (like you might use to make a dreamcatcher) to make the opening sturdy. You can find this one on Ravelry.

If you don’t want to be quite as literal as a cave, this pet bed nest from Monique Rae is another good choice. This one is flat on the bottom with short sides. It uses two strands of worsted weight yarn held together and comes in six sizes for a range of cats and dogs to be cozy in.

This circular cat bed knitting pattern from Ginger Purl is cute and easy to knit if you’re familiar with knitting flat circle. This one is striped, which is a great reminder that cats don’t care what color their bed is, so you might as well use leftover yarn on it. 

I am a little skeptical that this pet bed that’s made with roving and arm knitting will look as good once an animal has seen it, but it is a cute and quick project (and you could just use it as a basket that kitty is allowed to get in rather than a dedicated space). The pattern is from Wools by Nicky and includes a video tutorial if you’re new to arm knitting.

If you’d rather knit a blanket for the dog or cat in your life, check out the Ziggy Zag Pet Blanket by Paws and Purls Knits. This pretty reversible blanket comes in five sizes for various pets, and if you make it in washable yarn it’s the perfect thing for your furry friend to cuddle with. 

Or if you have a pet who will submit to a hood, I love this hooded pet blanket from Yarnspirations. Using Bernat Blanket yarn, it’s super cozy (and bright!) and pretty easy to knit as it’s all worked in one piece. The pattern only has one size but it’s just a rectangle with a hood so you could probably adjust it pretty easily for the size of your pet. 

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