Book Review: Modern Baby

I’m pretty sure you can’t have enough baby knitting patterns (if you need more we’ve got a baby knitting ebook that’s on sale right now!!).

Modern Baby: 6 Outfits to Warm Your Favorite Crawler by Judy Lamb, adds a few must-knit items to your baby knitting list, with adorable rompers and matching hats.

Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll find:

All of a Twist uses twisted stitches (sort of like making a one stitch cable without using a cable needle) running down the front of a long-sleeved onesie. The hat has two twists as well, and an adorable little I-cord topper.
B-A-B-Y Love uses textured stitches to spell baby down the front of this romper. The coordinating hat features a heart motif and a pom pom.
Diamond Brocade has a textured diamond pattern on the romper and the hat. This one also has long sleeves.
Framed Cable features a braided cable with textured zig zags on the sides, and a coordinating beret for baby.
Lace Accent has simple diagonal lines of lace running up the middle, paired with a simple, rolled brim stockinette stitch hat (faux fur pompom optional)
Mixed Berry is worked with a self-striping yarn; the hat has no decreases for the top of the head. Tassels embellish the edges of the hat.

If you click into the Amazon listing, linked above, you can see photos of all the patterns.

All the projects are rated for intermediate knitters and they all use worsted weight yarn, which is nice for baby things because it helps them to work up before the baby grows out of them.

Speaking of growing, each pattern is available in five sizes ranging from 0-3 months to 12-18 months.

The back of the book includes a little knitting instruction for things like increases, decreases and short rows.

This book is super cute and the patterns are both pretty and useful for new parents.

About the book: 64 pages, paperback, 6 patterns. Published 2019 by Leisure Arts. Suggested retail $14.99

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There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a pair of handmade bed socks, isn’t there? They are practical, pretty, and just the sort of project that feels like it belongs beside a cup of tea, a good film, and a basket of wool that is pretending not to be overflowing.

This vintage Bed Socks knitting pattern is one of those sweet little patterns that still feels useful today. Originally from the Jaeger Hand-Knit Series No. 44, the design features a simple garter-stitch foot, a ribbed cuff, eyelet holes, a crochet chain tie, and little tassel-style pom-poms at the front. The original pattern even describes them as “a very acceptable present,” and honestly, I don’t think much has changed there.

These would make a lovely handmade gift for someone who is always cold, someone recovering or resting, or anyone who appreciates a bit of old-fashioned comfort. They would also be beautiful as a Mother’s Day gift, a winter birthday present, a Christmas stocking filler, or a “just because you deserve cozy feet” project.

The pattern itself is delightfully simple in construction. The socks are knitted flat, beginning at the lower edge, with the foot worked in garter stitch before moving into the ribbed upper section. The decorative eyelet row allows for a crochet chain cord to be threaded through, and the finishing tassels give the socks that charming vintage look. The top edge is finished with a row of double crochet, which adds a neat handmade touch.

The original measurements list the socks as approximately 10½ inches from the top to the lower edge of the heel, with a 9¾ inch foot length, and the pattern notes that the size can be adapted. As with many vintage knitting patterns, modern knitters will want to check gauge carefully and choose a soft yarn that feels comfortable against the skin. A cozy wool blend, soft acrylic, or washable yarn would all work depending on whether you are making these for everyday use or as a special gift.

I especially love that this pattern has that “giftable” quality without being a massive project. It is small enough to feel achievable, but still special enough that the finished pair looks thoughtful. And let’s be honest, handmade socks with pom-poms are always going to beat a last-minute candle from the supermarket.

The PDF version has been cleaned up and formatted for easier reading while keeping the original vintage design intact. It also includes a modern pink mockup image and the original vintage scan, so you get both the historical charm and a fresh idea of how the finished socks could look today.

If you enjoy vintage knitting patterns, cozy handmade gifts, or quick projects that feel useful rather than just decorative, this sweet little bed socks pattern is a lovely one to add to your collection.

You can find the Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern PDF in the CraftGossip Etsy store.

For supplies, this is also a nice stash-friendly project. A soft yarn from Mary Maxim or Amazon would work well, and if you make pom-poms regularly, a small pom-pom maker is one of those inexpensive tools that saves a surprising amount of fiddling.

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