Flower Motif Hot Water Bottle Cover

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm, US 7 / 4.5mm
Techniques

Basic Shaping, knit, Purl

What you need to know

Keep a remnant of summer with you thanks to Siân Brown’s hot water bottle cover.

If you miss the flourishing flora and kinder temperatures as we head into winter, this elegant homeware is sure to keep you toasty and holding onto a little bit of sun as you embrace the snuggly season. Featuring a beautiful 3D flower and matching pink bow, this cosy also boasts a fabulous textural element, with a stitch pattern reminiscent of a chequer board throughout the main body.

What do I need?

Yarn: Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran, shade 027 Stone, two 50g balls, 603 Baby Pink, one 50g ball, 502 Lime, one 50g ball yellow aran weight, small amount
Needles: 4.5mm, 4mm
Ribbon: pink, 2.5cm wide, 1m
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Width: 21cm
Height: 33cm

Top knit tips

Wool is a great material for cosies as it is a natural insulator - the crimped fibres are able to trap air and provide a thermal barrier.

When measuring the length of your work-in-progress, you can either measure from above your needle or below it. Just make sure that you’re consistent so that your back and fronts are the same length. Block the pieces before sewing up too, to ensure they are nice and even.

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion. If you enjoyed making this pattern, then why not make our beginner lace cushion? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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