Striped Nappy Cover Knitting Pattern

Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

What you need to know

Use DK yarn from your stash to knit Susie Johns' comfortable stripy nappy cover for babies aged 6-9 months

Although it looks like it is made from a fancy variegated yarn, designer Susie Johns has in fact used small amounts of DK yarn in a gorgeous stripy sequence that looks really effective. When increasing and decreasing for the leg holes you are required to follow two sets of instructions simultaneously, one for the colourwork and one for the shaping, so ensure you have a pen and notebook handy to help you keep track!

Sizing

To fit age 6-9 months

What You'll Need

Yarn: DK, shades White, Lilac, Green, Blue, Pink, 25g of each
Needles: 3.75mm straight, 4mm double-pointed,
Stitch markers
Buttons
Tapestry needle

Skills and stitches used

Knit
Purl
Knit two together (k2tog)
Yarn forward (yfwd)
Rib (p1, k1)
Stripes
How to change colour

Meet the designer

Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specialising in knitting, papercrafts and embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines and is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, papier-mâché and more. If you like this pattern, we think you'll love Susie's knitted baby booties. You can find more of Susie's designs here.

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