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Giveaway: Wee Garter Stitch

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wee garter stitch book review

The winner is Beverly.

Knitting for babies and toddlers is a lot of fun. The projects are usually pretty small and fast to knit, and kids universally look cute in a little knit something or wrapped up in a knit blanket.

Knitting for littles is a great way to get started knitting, or to get back into it after a break, too.

Vickie Howell’s latest, Wee Garter Stitch, shows knitters fun ways to use Garter Stitch in projects for little ones to wear, use and love. The colors and style are modern even as the stitch patterns are classic, and this book is a lot of fun for people who do a lot of knitting for babies and toddlers.

This week I’m giving away a copy. If you want a chance at winning it, leave a comment on this post before the end of the day Sunday, June 5. I’d love to hear about the little one(s) you’re knitting for. My little one is six so she’s too big for these projects, but if she were still small there are definitely some here I would make for her.

Thanks for visiting, commenting and sharing, and good luck!

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  2. I have a young 4 yr old niece who was born with a heart health issue. She is facing probably another open heart surgery and she wants a pink blanket so I am knitting one for her birthday which is coming up soon. She wanted a blanket that was like what she has seen at my parents so that is where I got the idea.

  3. I’ve got someone new to knit for 🙂 my youngest is three months old. Right now I’m working on a blankie for her, but I’d love to have some patterns for cute clothes.

  5. I would love to win this book as I am the go-to person among my family and friends when a new baby gift is needed. I’d love to have something chic and new to choose from.

  7. I would love to win this so I could knit for my little 8 month old grand daughter. She has hip dysplasia and deserves extra loving.

  8. I’m knitting for my nine-month old grandson. My mother knit for his father; I’m keeping up the tradition.

  9. Adorable! After living in El Paso, the Army is moving our three young granddaughters to Omaha. I’m looking forward to finally being able to knit sweaters for them

  10. I am always knitting baby knits for my friends so am always on the lookout for new ideas as, although I like traditional knits, I also like to put a new twist on things. This book looks like it could provide some new inspiration!

  11. Knitting for little ones is a great way to try out new skills on modest size projects! Friends love to receive them as well!

  12. My daughter’s best friend just had a baby a month ago and already has a 4 year old…..would love to make them matching sweaters. Thanks for the chance to win!

  13. Wow! Thanks for this opportunity! I am just getting back into my baby-steps knowledge of knitting. Just in time to become step-mommy to a little 3 yo daughter, so this would be perfect!

  17. What a great book. I am a knitter for 11 grandchildren and also some charity organisations. I’m itching to see whats in this book..
    Thanks for the opportunity to win one.

  18. I love to make things for my daughters best friends little girl. No one in her family knits ,so she really loves everything that I make her.

  20. Our knitting group just celebrated the birth of a member’s granddaughter and we discussed how cute this book is! I personally have family members having babies and I love to knit for them! Thank you for the giveaway!

  22. Mine is already 9 years old, no more adorable baby clothes, but there’s always a baby or small child somewhere in my huge family! Thanks for the chance to win, shared on FB 🙂

  23. I don’t have little ones of my own but I love crafting for my friends’ babies. Or sometimes just knitting for charity because I saw the cutest pattern.

  24. I knit for several grandchildren of my friends. They range from months old to eight, so this book would be well used. Thank you for the giveaway chance.

  25. I’ve been knitting since I was 8, I’ve always knitted for girls though as I have 3 nieces who also had girls, plus I then had 3 girls to knit for and now have a granddaughter who I love to garter stitch cardigans for as they knit so fast, I now have a grandson though, first time I’ve knitted boys clothes. I need new patterns now.

  26. Synthetic store-bought sweaters are not warm enough so I always knit wool sweaters for the little ones.

  28. Im knitting for my almost here niece or nephew! I have loved whipping up little baby pieces but am looking forward to know ing if it will be a little boy or girl so I can really sink my teeth into some small people knits!

  29. I’ll be knitting this summer for one dear friend who’s having her first baby, my cousin, also her first, & another friend who’s baby will be a year old this winter. I love knitting baby things, it’s all the technique, & half the time of adult garments!

  30. It seems like all my nephews and nieces are having babies this year – so I’m constantly on the lookout for cute and modern baby knits!

Have you read?

Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern – A Cozy Little Gift Project With Old-Fashioned Charm

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.