Baby Sleeping Bag Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm, US 7 / 4.5mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, knit, Purl

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Susie Johns’ knitted sleeping bag pattern for baby is a great option for advanced beginners.

This sleep sack project fits around baby’s arms, shoulders and neck but still allows plenty of room for a wriggle! Knitted in one size to fit babies from around six weeks to six months, this sleeping bag design features buttons on either side of the front yoke, making it easy to slip on and off without pulling it over your little one’s head. Follow the unisex colour scheme suggested here, or take the opportunity to use up some oddments of yarn from your stash and knit stripes in your own choice of shades.

What do I need?

Yarn: Rico Essentials Soft Merino Aran, shades 60 Natural, four 50g balls, 71 Violet, 28 Jeans, 96 Silver Grey, 94 Medium Grey, one 50g ball of each
Needles: 4.5mm circular, 3.75mm straight
Buttons: eight
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Age (mths): 1-6

Top knit tips

The main part of this project is knitted in the round on a circular needle. When it comes to the yoke and sleeves, use the same circular needle to knit back and forth in rows, or swap to a pair of 4.5mm needles.

This design features a handy drawstring around the bottom, allowing you to tighten it up for a more snug sleep, or keep it loose if your little one likes a bit of a kick!

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 enjoyed this pattern, we think you'll love these fun baby hats. You can find more of Susie's designs here.

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