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Connolly, Marie.
The expectant
knitter:
30 designs for baby and your growing
p.
family / by Marie Connolly. -- lst ed.
cm.
Includes index.
ISBN 978-0-307-40660-6
1. Knitting-Patterns.
2. Infants' clothing.
TT825.C656
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2008
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ISBN 978-0-307-40660-6
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FIRST TRIMESTER
INTRODUCTION
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SECOND TRIMESTER
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HER i=IRST PARTY DRESS
36
CABLED SWEATER VEST

CASI-lMERE ROMPER
MATINEE
SWEATER
42
SI-lAWL COLLAR
SOCKS
SWEATER
87
BIG BROTI-lER HOODED
54
SWEATER
94
60
DOG SWEATER
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BABY RACER SWEATER
AHEAD
12
BABY RACER LEGGINGS
70
ALPI-lABET
74
TI-lE DOG
DIAPER COYERS
TAKE-ME-HoME
BLANKET
KNITTED
SWADDLE
LEG WARMERS
14
SI-lAWL SWEATER
PINWI-lEEL QUILT
CI-lRISTENING
GOWN
BLOCK TOYS
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BIG SISTER SWEATER
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SUMMER BEACI-l CREEPER
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BABY ~SSENTIALS KIT
WASI-l CLOTI-lS
BABY BIB
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THE BASICS
123
BEYOND TI-lE BASICS
124
ABBREVIATIONS
126
BABY SOCKS
130
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WINTER WONDERLAND
TI-lINK SPRING ~AT
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AUTUMN
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~OMECOMING
BABY SI-lOWER ~ASY SWATCH

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MY KNITTING
MUSE SEVEN
YEARS
AGO.
It happened on
May 19 to be exact. Her name is Nora, and she is my daughter.

She inspired me to start knitting again. Knitting for Nora
became an obsession. I later turned that obsession into a career when
I opened my first store in Washington, DC. As the owner of three yarn
stores, I now knit every day. You name it, I've either knit it or helped
someone knit it. At the end of the day, my favorite project is always
the one I'm working on for my muse.
Is it possible to have two muses? In early 2006,
I learned that I was pregnant with my second child. I was
so excited. I would have another opportunity to knit wee
things. And this time, it would be for a boy. I selected soft,
luxurious fibers in brilliant colors and started knitting the
baby essentials-socks, hats, sweaters, and pants. As the
months passed, my enthusiasm and belly grew. So did my
cache of knitting projects, which included blankets, toys,
and sweaters for the new big sister and even our dog.
~xplore this book and the patterns enclosed,
which have been lovingly tested and knit for
my children, family, and friends.
I included my favorite patterns
in this book to provide you
(C)
with a wonderful collection of hand-knits for the

new baby, nursery, and family. I hope you find
your muse and that these projects inspire your
creative energies.
I designed this book to serve as a guide through
pregnancy. It includes health, diet, and knitting
suggestions for the next forty weeks. Chapters,
organized by trimester, include strategies for preparing your family members and pets for the new
arrival, baby gear and diaper options, and, of course,
knitting projects. The projects are tailored to the
moods and realities of each trimester, as well.
Congratulations,
pregnancy!
10
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
and good luck during your
5
5
=.
WHAT SIZE TO KNIT? Babies grow at different

the babies photographed
December 2006.
somewhat
in the book-Cole,
rates. Except for the swaddled infant Aria,
Eleanor, and Elise-were
all born days apart in
It was fun to see how different each was. Elise is delicate, while Cole is
of a bruiser. When selecting a size, it is best to measure the recipient, then knit the
size that would be closest to that measurement.
Because babies seem to grow overnight, don't
be surprised that sometimes the sweater knit for one baby may not fit when finished, but
hopefully, another baby will enjoy it.
For the patterns
in this book I used measurements
from the Standards
and Guidelines for
Crochet and Knitting as compiled by the Craft Yarn Council of America:

0-6 MONTI-lS: chest 20" (Slcrn), head 13112" (34.5cm); waist 16" (41cm)
12 MONTI-lS: chest 22" (56cm); head 15112" (39.5cm); waist 17112" (44.5cm)
18 MONTI-lS: chest 25" (63.5cm); head 18112" (47 ern), waist 18112" (47cm)
24 MONTI-lS: chest 26" (66cm); head 20" (5lcm); waist 20112" (52cm)
11
~VEN
BEFORE
YOU'RE
OFFICIALLY
PREGNANT,
you can start to
prepare. It's never too early. ~irst, assess your diet, exercise,
weight, and behavior. Next, knit some special heirloom pieces.
With the three projects in this chapter,
I hope to inspire you to start your own hope chest. Whether you're
trying to conceive or pursuing adoption, this is a time to dream.
As you knit these special projects, picture holding your
new baby and all the promise of the future that he or she
holds. As I knitted each pinwheel square, I made a little
wish for good health and a happy future. Now as I drape
the blanket over the bed and watch my two beautiful,
healthy children, I know that my wishes were heard.
13
KEMEI-IOME
J\DDLE BLANKET
- ,.'Oddling is an ancient method of soothing a newborn by wrapping her snugly in
_ nlanket. A baby with her arms tucked in close and snug in a wrapped blanket
'11 drift off to sleep easier. Some say swaddling reminds a baby of her mother's
-romb. This blanket
is made using a simple stitch pattern. Start it early. Knit a few
ches each night, and in nine months, this blanket will be ready for the hospital
ago Knit in machine-washable
scrambling
wool, it is an easy-care
to find enough time in the day to do all the household
ILL LEVEL
=-oy
ISHED MEASUREMENTS
3B" (96.5cm) square
SWADDLE BLANKET
22 stitches and 32 rows = 4"
With 1 strand each of A and B
(10cm) in linen stitch holding
held together,
1 strand each of A and B
stitches.
Adjust needle size as necessary

to obtain correct
gauge.
- balls each of Dale of Norway

30by UII, 100%
mochino-
NOTES
merino wool, 13/4oz

1. The Take-Me-I-lome
Swaddle
.'lOg), 180 yd (165m) in #6415

Blanket is knit back and forth
-urquoise
3),
(A) and #3507
II super
Peach
in rows on a circular
needle
fine
to accommodate
EEDLES AND NOTIONS
the large
number of stitches.
2. This stitch pattern
requires an
US size 10 (6mm) circular

odd number of stitches. When
nitting
needle, long enough

testing your gauge, cast on
to accommodate
stitches, or
23 stitches and work in linen
size needed to obtain gauge

stitch.
US size 19 (5.5mm)
crochet
3. The blanket
is worked with
hook
1 strand of each color held
Yarn needle
chores.
GAUGE
together.
ashable
choice for new parents
together
throughout.
cast on 211
THIS IS T
E::_
1. Stop sm
and CO" cc ;
2. Adjust
praditio-e
3. Start ta !=olicoci c
4. Exercise cc
achieve --'
farther +>WHAT IF
worth the e;'::

1. !=indan a
2. Look fo
adopti
3. Comp e-e
4. PrepareJust re
knitti 9
Good luc .
LINEN STITe .
EDGING
I-IEREIS A QUICK SWADDLING
Row 1 (Right Side) Kl, 'with
PRIMER. Lay the blanket flat.
held in front, slip 1 stitch purlwise,
!=olddown the top corner. Lay
kl. repeat
the baby down with her head
Row 2 Kl, p1, 'with
on the folded corner. I-Iolding
back, slip 1 stitch purlwise,
er arms close to her body,
repeat
yarn
from across.
from
* to
e baby. Fold the lower corner

p over the legs, and then
d the left corner around
luck under the baby.
join yarns in 1 corner,
single crochet
yarn held in
pl.
last stitch, k1.
ring the right corner of the

anket over and tuck it under
With 1 strand each of A and B held

together,
evenly around
each corner. Slip stitch to first

single crochet
to join. i=asten off.
Weave in ends. Lightly block.

Repeat rows 1 and 2 until the
Blanket measures 38" (96.5cm)
from the beginning.
Bind off.
edges
of Blanket; work 3 single crochet
in
a
THIS IS THE FUN PART. But before you try to conceive, you should take a few important
steps.
Stop smoking, drinking, and using any other kind of drug. These habits are not healthy for you
and can cause severe birth defects in your baby.
2. Adjust your diet. This is a perfect time to start eating healthy. Talk to your health care
practitioner to help you develop and maintain a healthy diet.
3. Start taking a daily prenatal
multivitamin that contains at least 400
milligrams of folic acid.
Folic acid helps prevent certain birth defects.

4. Exercise daily. Strive for at least 30 minutes a day. You can just change a few habits to
achieve this goal. For example, skip the elevators
farther from your destination;
and escalators;
walk the dog instead of putting her out in the backyard.
WHAT IF I'M ADOPTING A BABY? This process can be frustrating

worth the effort. The adoption
1. Find an adoption
park the car one block
and confusing but definitely is
route requires a few other steps:
agency in your area. Do your homework and research
the company.
2. Look for adoptive parent networks and groups in your area. They are great places to ask for
adopting
3. Complete
agency recommendations.
applications
and paperwork.
4. Prepare to wait. This step is difficult. Waiting periods can range from 6 months to 5 years.
Just remember, you're waiting for a precious gift, and in the end it's worth it! Think of all the
knitting you'll get done!
Good luck!
17
NlllED PINWHEELQUILl
I love antique quilts. As a knitter, ! wanted to create a knitted pinwheel quilt.
fter knitting my quilt, !looked
material and! found a favorite
i . !cut the tablecloth
through my linen closet for a good backing

tablecloth
that had one too many tea stains on
to fit the quilt. This is a great way to pass on a favorite
linen that may be worse for wear. Scavenge
your linen closet for a perfect match.
he personal touch will make this hand-me-down
into a treasured
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
together
(10cm) in stockinette
assembly
heirloom.
4. The Squares are sewn
stitch.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
following
diagram
the
to make
the quilt top.

20' (Slcm) square
S. A square of cotton
to obtain
correct
sandwiched
YARN
batting
is
gauge.
knitted
NOTES
between
the
quilt top and backing
fabric. All three layers are
5 skeins of Blue Sky Alpacas

1. The Pinwheel Squares are
Sport Weight, 100%
sewn together
baby
worked
in intarsia,
using a
alpaca, 13/4oz (SOg), 110 yd

different
(lOOm)
in #SOO Natural
to make the
quilt.
ball of yarn for each
White
color change. Wind bobbins
(A), (alight
for each color.
2 skeins each in #S14 Pale Aqua
(B), #SlS Pistachio
Lemondrop
(C), #S17
(D), #S13 Peach (1:::),
#S16 Petal Pink (1=)
2. Pick up the new color from

under the old color to twist
the yarns and prevent
holes.
3. The A color will be the main

color in each square, with the
EEDLES AND NOTIONS

US size 4 (3.5mm) knitting
contrasting
color changing.
Make S using A and B, S using
needles, or size needed to
A and C, S using A and D,
obtain
4 using A and 1:::,and S using A
gauge
Bobbins
and 1=.The center square will
Yarn needle
be a solid square using 1=.
Cotton
quilt batting
22" (S6cm) square of fabric

for backing
Straight
pins
Scissors
Planning Ahead
19
PINWI-l~R CI-lART
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
I
16
17
15
14
13
12
PINWHEEL SQUARES
Row 10 P7 with contrasting
Make 25 total: Make 5 with A
color, p4 with A. p4 with
and B, 5 with A and C, 5 with A
contrasting
and D, 4 with A and 1::-:,and 5
Row 11 K8 with A, k3 with
with A and 1=. The center square
contrasting
will be a solid square using 1=.
with contrasting
Row 1 Kll with contrasting

k11with A.
color.
color,
p2 with A. p2 with contrasting
7
6
color, k3 with A, k8
With A, cast on 22 stitches.
10
color, p7 with A.
color,
color, p9 with A.
Row 13 K10 with A. k1 with
Row 2 P1with contrasting
color,
contrasting
with contrasting
color.
1
22 Stitches
Row 14 P11with A, pll with
contrasting
contrasting
With A, k on right side,

on wrong side
color, p1 with A.
with contrasting
With B, C, D, ~, or r:,
k on right side,
p on wrong side
Row
color.
P3 with contrasting
color,
color, p3 with A.
with contrasting
Row 17 K9 with contrasting
color.
color.
contrasting
color, p3 with A. p8
color.
color.
k4 with A, k4 with contrasting
color,
Row 20 P6 with A, p5 with

contrasting
color, p6 with A.
with contrasting
Row 9 K6 with A, k5 with
contrasting
color.
color,
color, k7 with A.
with contrasting
KNITTER
contrasting
color,
k2 with A, k2 with contrasting
with contrasting
with contrasting
color.
color, p6 with A, p5
with contrasting
color, k9 with A.

contrasting
color,

contrasting
contrasting
T~E EXPECTANT
Row 15 Kll with contrasting

kll with A.
with contrasting
20
color.
color.
color,
k5 with A. k5 with contrasting

color, k6 with A.
Cut the cotton
contrasting
(l.5cm) larger than the quilt top.
color. p6 with A. p5
with contrasting
Arrange
color.
batting
to V2"
Row 22 P5 with A. p6 with
the cotton batting
centered
color. k6 with A. k6 with
the quilt top and pin. With right
contrasting
sides together.
color. k5 with A.
top centered

contrasting
with contrasting
on the wrong side of
color.
arrange
the quilt
on the backing
fabric and sew together

3 edges. catching
along
cotton
batting
in the edges securely. Clip
color. k8 with A. k8 with
corners of backing fabric and
contrasting
color. k3 with A.
batting

contrasting
with contrasting
remaining
open edge to wrong
side. and whipstitch
color.
with fabric scissors.
Turn piece right side out. f:old
color.
the side
closed.
k10 with A. k10 with contrasting

color. k1 with A.
Row 28 P11with contrasting
color. p11 with A.
Bind off.
SOLID CENTER SQUARE

With f:. cast on 22 stitches. Work
in stockinette
stitch for 28 rows.
Bind off.
FINISHING
Using the assembly diagram.
sew the squares together.
With yarn needle and A.
embroider
the baby's initials
in the center square. Weave

in ends. Lightly block.
ASS~MBLY DIAGRAM
Planning Ahead
21
c
1-10
tho yo
gown is
dare - .::
your
'he
ie'
eve
hov -~
-:e-~-
CHRISTENING GOWN
/-low does an heirloom become
an heirloom? Who starts family traditions? Now
that you're starting your family, why not also start some family traditions? This
gown is a perfect
opportunity.
The skirt is knit in an easy lace pattern
dare the novice knitter but not bore the experienced
that will
knitter. Knit this gown for
your first or fifth child, and it will be treasured for generations
to come. Share
the gown with others. Lend it to nieces, nephews, and other loved ones. And
let everyone
leave their mark by signing the child's name to the ribbon. That's
how traditions are created.
SKILL LEVEL
US size 4 (3.5mm) circular

knitting
Intermediate
needle, 24" (60cm)

to obtain correct
gauge.
long, or size needed to
SIZES
0-6
NOTES
obtain gauge
months (12-24 months)
US size 1 (2.25mm) doublepointed
FINISI-IED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 18 (22V2)" (45.5 [57]cm)
knitting
needles
1. The Gown is designed
to fit a
wide range of sizes. With the
knitting
needles
Stitch markers
Length: 36V2 (40)" (92.5

Stitch holders
[101.5]cm)
Yarn needle
2 yd (2m) cream double-faced
YARN
satin ribbon, 1/4" (6mm) wide
3 skeins of Jade Sapphire

Silk/Cashmere
2-ply, 55% silk,
GAUGE
45% cashmere, 2 oz (SSg),

400
yd (366m) in #000
II super
Ivory,
(10cm) in blocked
using the larger needle
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

knitting
Lace Pattern
fine
needle, 24" (60cm)

stitch using
the smaller needle
long, or size needed to obtain

gauge
Planning Ahead
23
LAC PATTRN 1
~1
5 STITCHS
use of a lovely ribbon and a
Round 3 K2, yo, kl, ssk, k2tog, kl,
well-placed
yo, k2.
eyelet row, the
c-
Gown can be cinched to the

LAC PATTRN 2
baby's chest measurements.

2. The lace patterns
0
0
can be
0,,( AO
easily read row-by-row
,,(A
following
,,(A
in the
STITCH KEY
K on right side,
K2tog on right side,

p2tog on wrong side
[]
@]
work in the round, being careful
your gauge
not to twist the stitches; place a
in both length and width after
marker for the beginning
blocking.
round.
of the
4. The Gown is knit from the

Purll
round.
up in the round until
the armhole, at which point

Purll
round.
bodice are worked separately,
Round
back and forth in rows.
work
5. The Sleeves are worked in the

round and sewn to the
finished
1 *Beginning
5 stitches
LACE PATTERN 1 (WORKED
2; repeat from * around.
until the skirt measures
29 (30)" (73 [76)cm) from

ending with round
yo, slip 1, k2tog, psso,

6 of lace pattern
Repeat rounds 1 and 2 for Lace

Round
Round
3 Purl.
1.
LACE PATTERN 2 (WORKED

OVER 10 STITCHES)
1 Kl,
2.
EYELET WAIST
Round 1 Purl.
Round 2 Knit.
Round
to repeat the lace
patterns
beginning,
1 Kl,
yo, kl.
Pattern
Knit.
Round 4 (Eyelet Round) * K2 (3),

yo, k2tog; repeat from * around.
5 Knit.
Round
yo, k2, ssk, k2tog, k2,
yo, kl.
Round 6 Purl.
Round 7 *K3 (5), k2tog; repeat

Round
2 and
Every Even Row Knit.
from
around-144
stitches.
Round
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
1,
bodice.
OVER 5 STITCHES)
Round
with round 1,
of Lace Pattern
work 10 stitches of Lace Pattern
Continue
24
_I
Knit 1 round.
the front and back of the
Yarn over (yo)
needle, cast
measuring
wrong
Slip 1stitch, k2tog,

pass slipped stitch over
With larger circular
on 180 (210) stitches. Join to
SSK on right side, p2tog

through back loops on
side
2.
lace gauge swatch before
bottom
[S]
Pattern
SKIRT
because the lace will "grow"
p on wrong side
Repeat rounds 1-6 for Lace
text or by following
the charts.
3. Remember to block your
10 STITCHS
Round 5 K3, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k3.
8 Purl.
(180)
Planning Ahead
25
Repeat last 2 rows 3 more

times-56
Continue
(74) stitches.
in stockinette
stitch
until the Bodice ~ront measures

6 (7V2)" (15 [19]cm), ending
with a wrong-side
Continue
in stockinette
stitch
until the ~ront measures the
Note i e
same length as the Back to the
armh
shoulders.
bac
Bind off 20 (27)
Row 1 -end.
SLEEVES
Using larger double-pointed
Next Row (Right Side) K21 (28)

stitches and slip to a stitch
holder for Left Shoulder, join a
second ball of yarn and knit the
center 14 (18) stitches for neck,
slip to a stitch holder for neck,
knit remaining
21 (28) stitches for
Right Shoulder.
needles, cast on 75 (90) stitches
Row2~
end.
ext
and divide evenly among

needles. Join to work in the
round, being careful not to twist

the stitches; place a marker for
the beginning
of the round.
Purl 1 round.
Purll
epee::
ci ~..::.
l
e_S9
round.
Round 1 'Work
=::
3-.c
_c:=
5E
--:J
5 stitches of Lace
Pattern 1, work 10 stitches of

Lace Pattern 2; repeat from *
20 (27) stitches.
-.-
(i
Right Shoulder
Next Row P21 (28) stitches.
~e
Knit 1 round.
Next Row Kl, ssk, knit to end-
es
stitches.
row.
Shape Neck
Shape
around.
Continue
in stockinette
stitch
until the ~ront measures the

same length as the Back to the
Continue
through
to work lace patterns

round 5.
shoulders. Bind off 20 (27)
Purll
stitches.
Next Round *Kl, k2tog, yo;
round.
repeat from * around.
Knit 1 round.
With wrong side facing, slip
Purll
Change to smaller double-.=:;:;.-
needles and work in
stockinette
KNITTER
-:r
pointed
stitch until sleeve
Next Row Knit to last 3 stitches,
measures 6 (7V2)" (15 [191cm)
k2tog, kl-20
from the beginning.
(27) stitches.
...
round.
stitches from the Left Shoulder
stitches.
TWE EXPECTANT
-=-:
-;
Left Shoulder
stitch holder and purl 21 (28)
26
-~---
-=.
--
::?!
.:;
Shape Armhole
knit 7 (9) stitches from front left
Note The Sleeve is divided

armholes
at the
and will be worked
neck edge, knit the 14 (18) stitches

from the front neck stitch holder,
pick up and knit 7 (9) stitches
back and forth in rows.
from front right neck edge, knit

Row 1 Bind off 4 stitches, knit to
remaining 8 (10) stitches from the
end.
back Right Shoulder holder-44
Row 2 Bind off 4 stitches, purl to
(56) stitches. Do not join; divide
end.
stitches evenly among needles.
Next Row K1, ssk, knit to last

3 stitches, k2tog, k1.
Knit 1 row.
Next Row Purl.

Buttonhole
Repeat the last 2 rows 3 more
times-59
Row K2, yo, k2tog, knit
to last 4 stitches, k2tog, yo, k2.
(74) stitches.
Knit 2 rows. Bind off loosely.
Work in stockinette
stitch until
/~-.
Weave in ends. Block lace on
the Sleeve measures 7 (8V2)"
it
Sleeves and skirt to desired

(18 [21.5]cm) from the beginning.
finished measurements.
Sew
Bind off.
Sleeves into the armholes.
FINISHING
Cut two 12" (30.5cm)
Sew shoulders.
cream ribbon and thread
Neck band
around each wrist.
length through
Note Neck Band is worked
lengths of
one
the eyelets
back
Cut one length of cream ribbon
and forth in rows. Double9" (23cm), and thread

pointed
knitting
through
needles are
the eyelets at the back neck to
used for ease in working
around
close.
the Neck Band.

Cut one length of cream ribbon
With right side facing and the
smaller double-pointed
36" (91.5cm), and, beginning
at
knitting
the center
needles, join yarn and knit the
i=ront, thread
through
the eyelets at the Waist.
8 (10) stitches of the back Left

Shoulder stitch holder, pick up and
Planning Ahead
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CONGRATULATIONS,
YOU'RE
EXPECTING!
Over the next
nine months, you may simultaneously feel excited, scared,

overjoyed, overwhelmed, thrilled, and nauseated. Take all this in
stride. Ask for help when you need it from your partner, children, doctors,
and friends.
As an expectant knitter, the two most important issues at hand
are your prenatal care and what to knit for the next nine months.
You have a lot of prenatal care options. When should
you schedule your first appointment? Your doctor will
first want to confirm your pregnancy with either a
urinalysis or blood test. Once it's official that you are
pregnant, your doctor will most likely schedule your
first prenatal appointment between your eighth and
tenth weeks of pregnancy.
You can expect a lot of activity at your first doctor's
appointment. There will be a battery of tests and exams,
including a pelvic exam, urine and blood tests, a
physical exam of your uterus and your breasts, and
a check of your blood pressure and weight.
Also, the doctor will ask a series of
questions ranging from family
29
history and medical history to the date of your

last period.
You may be barraged with questions during this
first appointment,
but remember to ask questions, too.
No question is stupid, especially during pregnancy. Your

body is doing amazing and sometimes weird things. It is
7
1
okay to mention when something seems off. Since it's

easy to get overwhelmed, make a list of questions
before each appointment.
f=or your first appointment,
here are a few suggestions:

5
l.
Who do I call with questions between

appointments?
2. What do you consider an emergency?

3. What do I do if I experience cramping or
bleeding?
4. Do you have any diet suggestions?
5. Should I start taking vitamins?

6. When is my next appointment?
This chapter has many projects that even a beginner
can knit. ~xplore the chapter, and find patterns to knit
that will help you prepare for your new baby. i=ill the
wardrobe with easy-to knit sweaters, dresses, and
pants. l-lone your skills by knitting another intarsia
project with the knitted blocks. Whichever project you
choose, listen to the rhythm of your needles and relaxyou have nine months to go. You're in for the ride of
your life!
30
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
WEEKLY
PLANNER
7 L' eelv
7 L'eeli.
1:
Start taking your vitamins.
2:
Remember to eat a well-balanced
70eeJv 3:
Early pregnancy
"~+.""lJ+
IIC.
"
=:;_+
diet.
indicators are mood swings, fatigue, and an uncontrollable
urge to
knit baby socks.
7L'eeJv 4:
Call in the vice squad. These early weeks are important

so quit those bad habits.
7 L)eeJv 5:
for your baby's growth,
Visit your local yarn shop and select some soft, luxurious yarns for baby and you.
The yarn shop owner is often the first to know.
7 L)eelv 6:
Remember to exercise. Pregnancy
is not the time to stop your fitness routine.
Just don't overdo it!
70eeJv 7:
Feeling a bit queasy? Try nibbling on crackers and sipping some ginger tea. Both will
help soothe an unsteady stomach.
70eelv 8:
Call and schedule your first doctor's appointment
70eeJv 3:
Feeling extra moody? Make yourself a nice cup of tea and curl up with your favorite
ball of cashmere
and a set of needles. Some indulgent knitting time is just what the doctor ordered.
in the next two weeks.
70ee4
10:
Dive into The xpectant Knitter and start knitting.
7 ()eeh.
11:
Pregnancy
craving? Pickles, ice cream, and Lorna's Laces Sportweight
I-Iappy Valley
yarn? Just blame it on hormones.
7 L) e-eJv
12:
70eeJv 13:
Pop! That's your bump beginning to show.

Time to start knitting your baby's first sweater.
31
..
11
An easy
wardrobe
yarn, it
baby can
SKILL LEV
[;:asy
SIZES
0-6 months
months, 24'
FINISHE
Chest: 20 .:
[54.5, 58.5 .
04 (4, 4V:
Il.Sjcrn) ~
Length: 9
29,30.5]
YARN
3 (4, 5, 6)
Cashmeri
wool, 33%~
cashmere.
-"
(92m) in;;5C
NEEDLES,
US size
needle.
cccorn
needed :;:
US size
pointed
EASY RAGLAN SWEATER

An easy knitted sweater is a perfect place to start knitting your new baby's
wardrobe. Knit from the top down in a cashmere-blend
machine-washable
yarn, it will quickly become your favorite sweater. And best of all, a wriggly
baby can wear this sweater with the buttons facing front or back.
SKILL LEVEL
US size 1:::-4(3.5mm) crochet
ABBREVIATIONS
K7f&b:
hook
t:asy
This is an easy increase
Stitch markers
stitch. Knit into the next stitch,
SIZES
Yarn needle
but before removing
0-6
2 buttons, V2" (12mm) diameter
months (12 months, 18
months, 24 months)
left-hand
it from the
needle, knit again into
the back loop of the same stitch.
GAUGE
Remove the stitch from the left-
FINISJ.lED MEASUREMENTS

hand needle-l
Chest:
stitch increased.
stitch.
20 (21V2, 23, 26)" (51
[54.5,58.5,
66]cm) closed with
a 4 (4, 4V2, 4V2)" (l0 [10, 11.5,

to obtain correct
gauge.
11.5]cm) ~ront overlap
Length:
9 (lO, 11V2, 12)" (23 [25.5,
NOTES
1. The t:asy Raglan Sweater is
29, 30.5]cm)
worked in 1 piece back and
forth in rows from the neck
YARN
down.
3 (4, 5, 6) balls of Debbie Bliss

2. A circular
Cashmerino
needle is used to
Aran, 55% merino

accommodate
wool, 33% microfiber,
the large
12%
number of stitches.
cashmere, 13/4oz (50g), 98 yd

(92m) in #502 Jade,
II medium
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
3. The Sleeves are worked in the

round on double-pointed
knitting
needles.
4. The neck and front edges

have a 4-stitch
needle, long enough to
accommodate
seed stitch
border.
stitches, or size
needed to obtain gauge
US size 8 (5mm) doublepointed
knitting
needles
First Trimester
33
You
MAY BE KNITTING
for
two, but eating for two can be
SEED STITCH
19) stitches to first marker are for
stitcr- - ~
a recipe for d' saster. Yes, you
Row 1 *K1,pl, repeat from *.
the left front; the 29 (31,34, 36)
stocki
need extra calories from

nutrient-rich
foods to help
your baby grow, but you really

only need to consume an
additional
100 to 300
Row 2 Knit the purl stitches

and purl the knit stitches as
they appear.
Repeat row 2 for seed stitch.
calories to meet the needs

of your growing baby.
Over the next several
months, those extra calories
will turn into approximately
30 pounds of:
baby
1.5 pounds
placenta
2 pounds
amniotic fluid
2 pounds
uterine
enlargement
2 pounds
breast
enlargement
4 pounds
blood volume
4 pounds
fluids in
maternal
7 pounds
fat stores
A well-balanced
best strategy
tissue
diet is the
for appropriate
weight gain and later successfulloss of the baby fat. As with

the morning sickness, a food
diary can help guide your diet.
At the end of this trimester,
your belly will definitely be
showing. If you've had children
stitches to fourth marker are for

Work 1'(~
border.
With right side facing, work in
With rig ::
seed stitch for 4 stitches, knit to
double-
Next Row (Right Side) Kl, pl, kl,
second marker and slip the last
join yam
klf&b, place marker, klf&b, k3 (3,
29 (31,34, 36) stitches just
cast-on c::
4,4), klf&b, place marker, klf&b,
worked to stitch holder for left
2 stitches,
k14 (15,16,17),klf&b, place
sleeve, knit to fourth marker and
edge,
marker, klf&b, k3 (3, 4, 4), klf&b,
slip the last 29 (31,34,36)
from
place marker, klf&b, kl0 (11,12,
stitches just worked to stitch
stitches ~
13),klf&b, kl, pl, kl, pl-55 (57, 61,
holder for right sleeve, knit to
place
63) stitches.
last 4 stitches, work in seed
round-.:c
stitch for 4 stitches.
Divide~
Row 1 (Wrong Side) Work in seed

stitch for 4 stitches, purl to last
4 stitches, work in seed stitch for
4 stitches.
Row 2 (Right Side) Work in seed
stitch for 4 stitches, *knit to 1
stitch before marker, klf&b, slip
marker, klf&b; repeat from * 3
more times, knit to last 5 stitches,
klf&b, work in seed stitch for 4
stitches.
with a wrong-side row-154 (165,
perfect project to start and
178,189) stitches. The 16 (17,18,
begi'1s to disappear.
the ca
SLEE'
Sweater on page 117 is the
the baby is born and the belly
for the back; the 29 (31,34, 36)
Divide for Sleeves
Work in seed stitch for 1"(2.5cm),
of 12(13,14, 15)times, ending
shape and drape will
[25.5,
i;;
stitches.
earlier. The beautiful Shawl
flattering
49) stitches to third marker are
Bind off
(48,52,54)
Repeat rows 1and 2 for a total
also be a great option after
measures
front.
Starting at the neck, cast on 46
before, this may happen
enjoy as your belly grows. The
stitches _
46, 49) stitches are for the right
ending with a wrong-side row.
7.5 pounds
stitches to second marker are for

the left sleeve; the 40 (43, 46,
the right sleeve, the last 40 (43,

SWEATER
===
needles..
BODY
Next Row (Wrong Side) Work in
seed stitch for 4 stitches, purl to
first marker, remove marker, cast
on 4 stitches, remove second
marker, purl to third marker,
remove marker, cast on 4
stitches, remove fourth marker,
purl to last 4 stitches, work in
seed stitch for 4 stitches-96
(103,110,117) stitches.
Continue working first and last 4
stitches of every row in seed
Knit 3 ( .
stitch while working

stockinette
in
stitch for
'Decrease
all
Round Kl, ssk, knit to
last 3 stitches, k2tog, kl,
other
stitches until the sweater

Work 5 (6, 7, 8) rounds.
measures 9 (10, llV2, 12)" (23
[25.5,29,
30.5]cm)
the cast-on
inches from
Repeat from * 2 (2, 3, 3) more

times-27
edge.
(29, 30, 32) stitches.
Sleeve measures 43/4 (53/4, 6,

Work 1" (2.5cm) in seed stitch for
6V2)" (12 [14.5, 15, 16.5]cm)
border.
from the pick-up
row.
Bind off in pattern.

Work in seed stitch for 1" (2.5cm)
for border. Bind off.
SLEEVES
With right side facing and
double-pointed
knitting
FINISHING
needles,
join yarn at center of 4-stitch

cast-on at underarm
Using crochet
and pick up
hook, join yarn at
2 stitches along the cast-on
outer corner of right front neck.
edge, k29 (31, 34, 36) stitches
Chain 3 stitches, slip stitch in
from the stitch holder, pick up 2
same space for buttonhole
stitches along the cast-on
edge,
Chain second buttonhole
place marker for beginning
of
round-33
loop.
loop at
right front underarm.
(35, 38, 40) stitches.

Sew buttons
opposite
buttonhole
Divide stitches evenly among

loops on right front.
needles.
Knit 3 (4, 1, 5) rounds.
c:
----=:::>
20 (21'12, 23, 24'12)"
4 (4, 4'12, 4'12)"

I
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I
I
5 (6, 6'12, 7 '12)"
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I
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.....,
c:=::=>
11'12 (12, 13, 13'12)"
First Trimester
35
This si
With YO-.2
her. Yo
over ag
on
to an
SKILL
Interm
SIZES
FI S ~
Chest:2~-=
[71,8.S=
Length: ~
[40.5.
~-=
3(4.5)s,=:I
Alpacas -'
olpccc, -
co c ccc
C==-
I-IER FIRST PARTY DRESS

This silky-soft,
cabled yoke dress will please any little girl, any day of the week.
With yoke collar and generous
sizing, this dress is designed
to grow along with
her. You can safely knit this knowing that your princess will wear it over and
over again-it
will never go out of style. ~efresh the ribbon, and pass the dress
on to another lucky little girl when the first has outgrown it.
SKILL LEVEL
1 matching
needle. Return the stitch from

the cable needle to the left-hand
needle and knit it.
GAUGE
SIZES
0-9
pearl button,
1/2" (12mm) diameter
Intermediate
C4F: Slip next 2 stitches to a
cable needle and hold in front.
months (12-18 months,
24-36
stitch.
months)
Knit the next 2 stitches from the
FI~ISHED MEASUREME~TS
left-hand
to obtain correct
needle. Knit the
gauge.
stitches from the cable needle.
Chest: 24V2 (28, 34V2)" (62
~OTES
[71, 87.5]cm)
1. The fit is very generous. The
Length: 13 (16, 19)" (33

same dress is worn by both
[40.5,48]cm)
YAR~
our eight-month-old
and two-
and-a-half-year-old
models.
The satin ribbon is used to
3 (4, 5) skeins of Blue Sky

cinch the chest to a closer
Alpacas
Alpaca
Silk, 50% baby

desired fit.
alpaca, 50% silk, 13/4oz (50g),

2. The Dress is knit back and
146 yd (133m) in #114 Wisteria,
II super
forth in rows on a circular

fine
needle to accommodate
~EEDLES A~D ~OTIO~S
the
large number of stitches.

3. The Dress is knit from the

neck down.
knitting
needle, long enough
to accommodate
stitches, or
size needed to obtain
gauge
ABBREVIATIO~S
C2F: Slip next stitch to cable
Cable needle
needle and hold in front. Knit
Yarn needle
the next stitch from the left-hand
1 yd (lrn) red double-faced

satin ribbon, V4" (6mm) wide
First Trimester
37
C6~: Slip next 3 stitches to cable
DRESS
Starting at the neck edge, cast
the next 3 stitches from the left-
on 94 (103, 121)stitches.
hand needle. Knit the stitches

from the cable needle.
Row 1 (Wrong Side) Purl across.

Row 2 (Right Side) Pl, *k2, pl;
Klf&b: This is an easy increase
repeat from * across.
Row 3 Kl, *p2, kl, repeat from *
but before removing the old
across.
stitch from the left-hand needle,
Row 4 Pl, * C2!=,pl, repeat from
knit again into the back loop of
* across.
the same stitch. Remove the old
Row 5 Kl, *p2, kl, repeat from *
stitch from the left-hand needle-
across.
1stitch increased.
Plf&b: This is an easy increase

stitch. Purl into the next stitch,
but before removing the old
stitch from the left-hand needle,
purl again into the back loop of
stitch from the left-hand needle1stitch increased.
Row 6 Plf&b, *k2, plf&b; repeat

from * across-126 (138,162)
stitches.
Row 7 K2, *p2, k2; repeat from *
across.
Row 8 P2, *C2!=,p2; repeat from
* across.
Row 9 K2, *(plf&b) twice, k2;
repeat from * across-188 (206,
242) stitches.
41 (46112,57112)"
Row 10 P2, *k4, p2; repeat from

* across.
~----------------.----------------=>
bottom edge
Row 11K2, *p4, k2; repeat from *

across.
Row 12 P2, *C4!=, p2; repeat from
* across.
across.
Row 14 P2, *k4, p2; repeat from *
across.
Row 15 Kl, klf&b, *p4, kl, klf&b;
repeat from * across-220 (241,
neck edge
:::::>
13112(15,17)"
c:=
-------:=>
24112 (28, 34112)"
283) stitches.
TI-IE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
across.
Row 19 across.
Row 20 ~~
from ~ccn
Row 21
Row22. s
~5
Row 24
=-E
epeo:: -::;
from * across.
Row 17 K3, *plf&b, p2, plf&B, k3;
repeat from * to the end of the
5'
Row 23
Row 16 P3, *C4!=, p3; repeat
row-282 (309, 363) stitches.
38
Row 18 :r
54).
Row 18 P3, *k6, p3; repeat from
k76 (87, 111),bind off 66 (68, 72)
across.
stitches, k37 (43, 54).
Row 19 K3, 'p6, k3; repeat from'
Next Row P37 (43, 54), cast on 8
across.
(11,12)stitches, p76 (87, 110), cast
Row 20 P3, 'C6i=, p3; repeat
on 8 (11,12) stitches, p37 (43,
from'
54)-166 (195, 242) stitches.
across.
Row 21 Repeat row 19.
Eyelet Row P3 (3, 2), 'yo, p2tog,
p1;repeat from'
Purll row.
across.
Knit 1 row.
Repeat rows 19-24 0 (0, 1) more
Continue to work in stockinette
times.
stitch until the Dress measures

9 (12, 14V2)" (23 [30.5, 37]cm)
Shape Sleeve Caps
from t::yelet Row.
Next Row (Wrong Side) K37 (43,

54), bind off 66 (68, 72) stitches,
First Trimester
39
DOES
corr; .~:
I
wome
conti
~<=
can ra
bleed'
W e"
that I re
stress!
avoid ,..,.
you co
1. Talk
suppc
2.
PoP
3. Kn
ho
Ruffle
Sew button at the back neck
Row 1 KO (0, 2), *klf&b, k2;

repeat from * across-228
edge. Create
(260,
buttonhole
an afterthought
by inserting
to
thread
5. To <=
into upper corner of back neck
322) stitches.
edge. Create
Work in stockinette
4. Size
stitch for
holding thread
3 rows.
6. K
and inserting
yarn needle V2" (l.5cm) from neck
Row 5 K2 (0, 2), *klf&b, k3;
edge. Knot the ends together
repeat from * across-285
use as a button
(325,
to
loop.
402) stitches.
Block dress as desired. I suggest
Work in stockinette
stitch for
3 rows. Bind off.
FINISHING
wet-blocking,
which will soften
the cable yoke.

Beginning
and ending at the
center of the front, thread
ribbon
Sew back seam closed, ending 3"

length through
the eyelets. Tie
(7.5cm) from neck edge.

the ends into a bow.
40
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
a simple loop by
pag'
t e
DOES MORNINGSICKNESSMEAN I'M HAVINGA BOY OR A GIRL? One wives' tale says that
morning sickness is an indicator that you're having a boy. Another says that it's definite you're
carrying a girl. Either way, morning sickness can take the wind out of your sails.
Morning sickness is very common. Some reports indicate more than half of all pregnant
women experience some symptoms. It can start as early as your sixth week and usually
continues until your fourteenth
to sixteenth week of pregnancy. Symptoms of morning sickness
can range from occasional vomiting to all-day nausea. If vomiting is followed by cramping,
bleeding, or a fever, call your health-care provider.
When I was pregnant with Cole, I was more nauseated than I had been with Nora. I found
that I reacted to certain foods. Red meat was a major trigger. As a steak lover, this was very
stressful. But I consider myself fortunate that my symptoms were very, very mild. I learned to
avoid my trigger foods and look forward to the next trimester. Here are some tips to help
you cope:
1. Talk about it. Tell your practitioner
about your morning sickness symptoms and ask for
support and suggestions.

2. Pop a cracker. Carry a ready supply of crackers so your stomach will never get empty.
3. Know the enemy: Certain foods may trigger stronger symptoms. Start a food diary and note
how you react to different
dishes. This will help to guide your eating habits.
4. Size matters. Try eating smaller, more frequent meals during the day. This strategy will help
to prevent an empty stomach, which can trigger stronger symptoms.
5. Take your vitamins. Your prenatal vitamins will ensure that you obtain the necessary
nutrients for you and your growing baby.
6. Knit in color. Brighten your day with a fun and easy project. The Easy Raglan Sweater on
page 32 is a perfect distraction. Choose a warm color and relish in the soothing rhythm of
the needles as you knit your first sweater for baby.
41
C e=-~
[53 -. =- Len
y.
2 (3, 3 . .; Coshmeri
merino.
12%cas
yd (75m)'
abul
HEED
US size'
needles
US size"
needles.
obtain g
US size'
pointed I
CABLED SWEATER VEST

Sometimes
the best part of baby projects is the size. Pint-sized knits are fast,
and this little vest is simply adorable.
Tryout your cabling skills with a simple
center braided cable. Knit in cashmere-soft
yet bulky yarn, this clever vest is
sure to become your "go-to" knitted baby project. Sized from newborn to
toddler, it is a perfect gift for any special boy or girl.
SKILL LEVEL
Cable needle
Row 1 (Wrong Side) PI, "kl, pl.
Intermediate
Stitch holders
repeat from'
Yarn needle
Row 2 (Right Side) Kl, 'pI, kl;
SIZES
0-3 months (6-9 months,
12 months, 18-24 months)
GAUGE
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until piece
(10cm) in stockinette stitch using
measures lV2 (11h, 2, 2)" (4 [4, 5,
larger needles
5lcm) from the beginning, ending
[53.5, 56, 63.5lcm)
to obtain correct gauge.
[30.5, 33, 35.5lcm)
YARN
2 (3, 3, 4) balls of Debbie Bliss
Cash merino Superchunky, 55%
merino wool, 33% microfiber,
12% cashmere, 3V2 oz (100g), 82
across.
Chest: 18 (21, 22, 25)" (45.5
Length: 101h (12, 13, 14)" (26.5
repeat from'
across.
with a wrong-side row. Change

to larger needles.
ABBREVIATIONS
C6F: Slip next 3 stitches to cable
the next 3 stitches from the lefthand needle. Knit the stitches
C6B: Slip next 3 stitches to cable
yd (75m) in #13 Bright White,
needle and hold in back. Knit
D bulky
the next 3 stitches from the left-
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
hand needle. Knit the stitches
US size 10 (6mm) knitting

needles
US size 11(8mm) knitting
BACK
With smaller needles, cast on 27
(31, 33, 37) stitches.
obtain gauge
US size 10 (6mm) doublepointed knitting needles
First Trimester
43
4'h (5, 5'h, 5'h,)"
~I
in
tr)'
-s.
'~RONT
AND
BACK
3
'<t
0::
Begin Braided Cable Pattern
Continue in established pattern
Conti _
Note There are 6 (8, 9, 11)
until piece measures 10V2 (12, 13,
piece
stitches on each side of the
14)" (26.5 [30.5, 33, 35.5lcm)
as the::'
Braided Cable pattern. If you
from beginning, ending with a
Bind
choose to use the chart, be sure
wrong-side row.
to work those required 6 (8, 9, 11)
~
t::.
stitches on either side of the
Shape Neck and Shoulders
Next Ro
Cable pattern.
Next Row (Right Side) Bind off 5
stitches
9 (10'h, 11,12'h)"
Row 1 (Right Side) K6 (8, 9, 11)

(these center 15 stitches are the
Braided Cable pattern stitches)
BRAIDW CABLI::
6
4
2
I I I
I I
I I
I I
~
I I I I
I I I I
9STlTCHI::S
p3, k9, p3, k6 (8, 9, 11).

7
5
Row 2 P6 (8, 9, 11),k3, p9, k3, p6

(8,9,11).
Row 3 K6 (8, 9, 11),p3, C6F, k3,
p3, k6 (8, 9, 11).

Row 4 P6 (8, 9, 11),k3, p9, k3, p6
(8,9,11).
Row 5 K6 (8, 9, 11),p3, k9, p3, k6
(8,9,11).
STITCH KEY
K on right side,
p on wrong
8
~
I~
side
P on right side,
k on wrong side
Slip 3 stitches onto
cable needle and
hold in back, k3,
k3 from cable needle
Slip 3 stitches onto

cable needle and
hold in front, k3,
k3 from cable needle
Row 6 P6 (8, 9, 11),k3, p9, k3, p6

(8,9,11).
Row 7 K6 (8, 9, 11),p3, k3, C6B,
p3, k6 (8, 9, 11).
Row 8 P6 (8, 9, 11),k3, p9, k3, p6
(8,9,11).
LeftSh
(6,6,8) stitches, join a new ball
needles
of yarn, and work center 13 (15,
pattern .
17,17) stitches in pattern and slip
stitches.
onto a stitch holder for back

neck; knit to end.
Next Row Bind off 5 (6, 6, 8)
stitches.
FRONT
Work same as for the Back until
the piece measures 9 (10V2, 11V2,
12V2)" (23 [26.5, 29, 32lcm) from
the beginning, ending with a
wrong-side row.

Next Row (Right Side) K6 (7, 7, 9)
stitches and slip to a stitch
new ball of yarn, and work
measures 6V2 (7V2, 8, 9)" (16.5
center 11(13,15,15) stitches in

pattern and slip onto a stitch
holder for front neck; knit to end.
THE EXPECTANT KNITTER
FINIS
Sew shot
Neck Ec
With rig!
needles.
Shoulde
6 stitche
from frol
pick up c
from rig
stitches
36 (40.'
stitches,
Right Shoulder
Shape Armhole
smaller (
[19,20.5, 23lcm) from the

beginning, ending with a wrong-
piece me
Bind
holder for Left Shoulder, join a

Repeat rows 1-8 until the piece
Contino
as the
side row.
44
<:6
-0
Next Row (Wrong Side) Work in
Bind off 2 stitches at the
pattern to the last 2 stitches,
beginning of the next 2 rows.
k2tog-5
(6, 6, 8) stitches.
Join to
careful n
place a
of the ro
Continue
in pattern
until the
piece measures the same length
Rib
Round 1 (K1, p1) around.
as the Back to the shoulders.

Repeat round 1 for 4 rounds.
Bind off 5 (6, 6, 8) stitches.
Bind off loosely in pattern.
Left Shoulder
Armhole fdging
Next Row (Wrong Side) Slip

Sew side seams together.
stitches from stitch holder to
needles and k2tog, work in
pattern
to end-5
(6, 6, 8)
knitting
needles, join yarn at underarm,
stitches.
pick up and knit 32 (36, 40, 42)

Continue
in pattern
until the
stitches around armhole.
Divide
piece measures the same length

as the Back to the shoulders.
Join to work in the round, being
Bind off 5 (6, 6, 8) stitches.
careful
place a marker for the beginning
FINISHING
Sew shoulder
not to twist the stitches;
of the round.
seams together.
Work in rib for 5 rounds.
Neck fdging

knitting
needles, join yarn at Left

Shoulder
edge, pick up and knit
6 stitches, k11(13, 15, 15) stitches

from front neck stitch holder,
pick up and knit 6 stitches
from right side, k13 (15, 17, 17)
stitches from Back holder36 (40, 44, 44) stitches. Divide
careful
not to twist the stitches;

of the round.
First Trimester
45
c
cashms
of yourchild's.
SKILL
Easy
SIZES
0-6 rnonz
months}
FINIS
Chest: Z2
73.5]cm)
Length.: _
62]cm}
YAA
3 (4, 4)
Yarns 0
coshrnere
US size
ob -- ~
US size
hoo
CASI-IMERE ROMPER
"Soft as a baby's bottom, light as a feather"
cashmere
romper. Knit in 8-ply cashmere,
aptly describes
this luxurious
this quick knit is worth every minute
of your time. Simple shaping and bold colors will make it a favorite
in every
child's wardrobe.
SKILL LEVEL
Stitch holders
Second Leg
~asy
Yarn needle
Work as for the I-irst Leg.
6 buttons, 1"(2.Scm) diameter
SIZES
0-6 months (12 months, 18-24
months)
GAUGE
(10cm) in stockinette stitch
Join Legs to Body

Next Row (Right Side) K1S(17,19)
stitches from one ~irst Leg stitch
holder, cast on 3 (S, S) stitches,
knit lS (17,19) stitches from
Chest: 22 (26, 29)" (S6 [66,
Second Leg stitch holder-33
(39,
43) stitches.
73.S1cm)
Length: 20 (22V2, 24V2)" (Sl [S7,
621cm)
NOTE
The ~ront and Back are worked
the same.
YARN
3 (4, 4) balls of Classic ~Iite
BACK
Yarns Obsession, 100%
I=irst Leg
cashmere,
Cast on lS (17,19) stitches.
]3/4
oz (SOg), 9S yd
(87m) in #fi60S84
Aqua,
IIbulky
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
US size 11(8mm) knitting
Work in stockinette stitch until

the Leg measures 7 (9, 10)" (18
[23, 2S.S]cm) from the beginning,
Slip stitches to a stitch holder.

obtain gauge
US size 1-9 (S.Smm) crochet
hook
First Trimester
47
-:
__/2 (3,3)"
/
~
"<I
-f.
3
Continue
in stockinette
stitch
7)" (12.5 [15, 18]cm) from the
until the piece measures 16 (18,
beginning,
20)" (40.5 [45.5, Sljcrn) from the
wrong side facing,
ending with the
"<I
r:::
'$,~
:9-
beginning,
ending with a wrong-
side row,
Shape Armhole
Shape Armhole
beginning
<1l

6(8,9)"
of the next 2 rows,

Next Row (Right Side) Knit
8(10,10)"
beginning
of the next 2 rows-27

across, place marker, cast on 3
(33, 37) stitches,

stitches-23
Decrease
Row (Right Side) Kl,
ssk, knit to last 3 stitches,
4112(5,6112)"
k2tog,
~
"<I
~~
kl.
(29, 30) stitches,
Next Row K3, slip marker, purl

across,
Decrease
Row Kl, ssk, knit to 3
stitches before the marker,

Purll
row,
k2tog, kl, slip marker, knit to end,
3
"<I
Repeat last 2 rows 6 (8, 8) more

Repeat the last 2 rows 7 (9, 9)
times-13
(15,19) stitches,
more times-7
"RONT
AND
BACK
(9, 9) stitches,
Bind off,
2;:
Bind off,
0-
FRONT
RIGHT SLEEVE
Work as for the Back,

Work as for the Left Sleeve to
11(13,Wh)"
k2tog,
stitch for 5
Shape Armhole
more
(7. 7) rows,
beginning
Increase 1 stitch at each edge
Next Row (Right Side) Cast on 3
every 4 (6, 6) row 3 (3, 2) times-
stitches, place marker, knit
Sew Frc -
24 (30, 31) stitches,
across-23
Sew
Continue
in stockinette
of the next 2 rows,
(29, 30) stitches,
ms
Next Row Purl across to last 3
the Bo
stitches, slip marker, k3,
stitch
stitch
until the Sleeve measures 5 (61/2,

on the-
48
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
.:
Repeat -,
Cast on 18 (24, 27) stitches,
5 (5Ih,6'h)"
ssk, kni :J
Armhole,
LEFT SLEEVE
Work in stockinette
Decrease
::J
Decrease Row K3, slip marker, kl,
buttons evenly spaced on each
ssk, knit to last 3 stitches,
side in the 3-stitch
k2tog, kl.
border.
garter
stitch
Repeat the last 2 rows 7 (9, 9)
Edging
more times-7
(9, 9) stitches.
With crochet
hook, join yarn at
neck edge and single crochet
Bind off.
around the raglan opening,
FINISHING
working
Sew i=ront and Back side seams.
button, along i=ront raglan edge
chain 2, skip a space for
Sew raglan edges of Sleeves to
opposite
the Back only, leaving the 3-
Sleeve seams.
stitch gorter
each button. Sew
stitch border open

on the i=ront. Sew on three
First Trimester
49
~A
This dain
to keep a
requires m
of ribbon.
SKILL LEV
~asy
SIZES
0-9 months
months}
FIt-4ISHE
Chest: 25(
73.5]cm)
Length: 9 33)cm)
YARN
2 (3, 4) s
Alpacas ;..
alpaca. 146 yd 03J
super
NEED
US see
kniu:too
size -:-;e
Yo~-;
10"
e _,
MATINEE SWEATER
This dainty cardigan is for a little girl, who can wear it over her favorite dress
to keep away the morning chill. Knit from the neck down, this light sweater
requires minimal shaping and finishing. Change the look with a simple change
of ribbon.
SKill lEVEL
GAUGE
Row 2 Pl, "kl, p1; repeat
t:asy
across.
stitch.
Work the last 2 rows 1 (1, 2) times,
SIZES
0-9
from *
then row 1 once.
months (9-18 months, 18-24

to obtain
correct
gauge.
Increase
months)
Row (Wrong
Side)
Note The first stitch of this row is
NOTES
different
1. The sweater
is worked
for the different
sizes.
in one
Chest: 25 (26, 29)" (63.5 [66,
Only size 0-9
months works
piece back and forth in rows
73.5]cm)
klf&b; sizes 9-18 months and 18from the neck down.

24 months knit 1.
Length: 9V2 (11,13)" (24 [28,

33]cm)
2. A circular
needle is used to
accommodate
the large
number of stitches.
YARN
ABBREVIATIONS
2 (3, 4) skeins of Blue Sky

Alpacas
Alpaca
Silk, 50%
baby
K7f&b:
alpaca, 50% silk, 13/4oz (50g),
146 yd (133m) in #133 Blush,
but before
II super
stitch from the left-hand
fine
removing
the old
needle,
knit again into the back loop of
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

knitting
needle, long enough
to accommodate

stitch from the left-hand
needle-
1 stitch increased.
stitches, or
size needed to obtain
gauge
YOKE
Cast on 61 (65,73)
Yarn needle
stitches.
1 (lV2, lV2) yd (1 [lV2, lV2lm)

Row 1 (Right Side) Kl, *pl, kl;
pale pink double-faced
satin
ribbon, W' (6mm) wide
First Trimester
51
25 (26, 29)"
<==-----------------:=>
bottom edge
~
~
Klf&b (kl, kl), 'k3, klf&b; repeat
Row 1 (Right Side) Kl, 'p 1,k1;
:if.
from'
"
repeat from across, end pO
Knit 2 rows.
across-77 (81, 91) stitches.
(0,1).
~
;{.
Row 1 (Right Side) Kl, 'pl, kl;
repeat from'
3-
rows.
across.
Work in rib for 4 (4, 6) more
c::===::>
rows.
38 (40, 45'12)"
Knit 1 row.
Shape Armhole
10(11,12)"
<==---------------------:=>
Increase Row Kl, 'klf&b, kl,
Next Row (Right Side) K33 (35,
repeat from * across-1l5 (121,
39), bind off 48 (50, 58) stitches,
136) stitches.
k67 (71, 78), bind off 48 (50, 58)
Knit 2 rows.
stitches, k33 (35, 39)-133 (141,

repeat from * across, end pO
(0,1).
156) stitches.
BODY
Next Row K33 (35, 39), cast on 8
(8, 9) stitches, k67 (71, 78), cast
rows.
on 8 (8, 9) stitches, k33 (35, 39)Increase Row Kl (1,0), 'klf&b, kl;

repeat from'
149 (157,174) stitches.
across-172 (181,
Eyelet Row Kl (1,2), 'yo, k2tog,
204) stitches.
k2; repeat from across.
Knit 2 rows.
Knit 1 row.
repeat from'
across, end p1
Continue in stockinette stitch

until the sweater measures 5 (6,
(0,1).
rows.
7)" (12.5 [15, 18]cm) from the

[;yelet row. Bind off.
Increase Row Kl (1,0), 'klf&b, k2;
FINISHING
repeat from, ' across-229
(241,
272) stitches.
Beginning and ending at the
Knit 2 rows.
center of the front, thread the

ribbon length through the
~yelet Row.
52
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
GI
Whatd
two-pie
set
is
SG
summer
SKILL E
~asy
SIZES
0-6 mo
months. 2,
FINIS:
Chest: 151
[42.45.5.
Length: -
24. 25.S:::
Diaper 0
22)" (40..5
VAR
~or Top
1 (1.2. 2}s
Alpacas =
organiccl
(100g}.l!
Shell (
m
~orD
1 skei e::
Dyed Cd
gro
yd07
GIRL'S SUMMER SUIT

What do you knit for a summer baby? Any little girl will love to receive this
two-piece
summer suit. Made with the softest cotton, this top and diaper cover
set is so light and airy that even the hottest summer days will not wilt your
summer flower.
SKILL LEVEL
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
TOP FRONT
~asy
With larger needles and A, cast
needles
SIZES
on 40 (44, 48, 52) stitches.
0-6 months (12 months, 18
months, 24 months)
obtain gauge

the piece measures 3V2 (4, 4112,
5)" (9 [10, 11.5,12]cm) from the
US size f-J-8 (5mm) crochet
FINISJ.lED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 15V2 (l6V2, 18, 20)" (39.5
Yarn needle
[42,45.5,51)cm)
1 yd (lrn) twill ribbon tape,
Length: 8 (9, 9V2, 10)" (20.5 [23,

24, 25.5]cm)
hook
side row.
5/8"
(l.5cm) wide
1 button, V2" (1.5cm) diameter
Next Row (Right Side) *P2tog,

p2; repeat from * across-30
(33,
36, 39) stitches.

Change to B and knit 1 row.
Diaper Cover Waist: 16 (18, 20,
GAUGE
22)" (40.5 [45.5, 51,56]cm)

(lOcm) in stockinette stitch
YARN
For Top
1 (1,2,2) skeins each of Blue Sky
Alpacas Dyed Cotton, 100%
organically grown cotton, 3V2 oz
(lOOg), 150 yd (l37m) in #606
Shell (A) and #615 Tulip (B),
ID medium
For Diaper Cover
1 skein each of Blue Sky Alpacas

NOTE
This summer top is closed in the
back with a small button. The
chest measurement is close to
the body, but the skirt flares to
accommodate a wide range of
sizes.
Dyed Cotton, 100% organically

grown cotton, 3V2 oz (100g), 150
yd (137m) in #615 Tulip,
_medium
First Trimester
55
--
3 (3'12, 3'12, 4)"

crotch
t)
Work in stockinette stitch for
DIAPER
COV[R
mONT
AND
BACK
.:::h
2 rows.
I~
waist edge
8(9,10,11)"
Shape Armholes
I=or 0-6 Months Size Only

Bind off.
I=or All Other Sizes

Next Row Ssk, k2tog, k- (0, 0, 1)-
beginning of the next 2 rows-26
- (2, 2, 3) stitches.
(29, 32, 35) stitches.
Purll row.
Next Row Kl, k2tog, knit to last 3
Bind off.
9 (l0, 1]112,12'12)"
stitches, ssk, kl-24 (27, 30, 33)
4(4,5,5)"
stitches.
-; 1
~
"<t
~-
"<t
~-
.::!.
111
"<t
l11'
-s.-
.::!.
Next Row P7 (8, 8, 9) stitches.
the piece measures 7V2 (8, 8V2,
Next Row Kl, ssk, k1 (2, 2, 3),
9)" (19 [20.5, 21.5, 23lcm from
k2tog, kl-5 (6, 6, 7) stitches.
Purll row.
wrong-side row.
"<t
Left Shoulder
10 (11, 12, 13)"
Next Row Kl, ssk, k2tog, kO (1,1,

2)-3 (4, 4, 5) stitches.
Shape Shoulders
7'12 (8'h, 9, 10)"
Purl 1 row.
Next Row (Right Side) K7 (8, 8,

2(2'~2)"
-;1
9) and slip these stitches to a
I=or 0-6 Months Size Only
stitch holder for the left shoulder,
Bind off.
join a new ball of yarn, and bind
-.
off 10 (11,14, 15) stitches for the
"<t
RIG~T
TOP
BACK
"<t
~
~ .::!.
111
u"i
-.
"<t
neck, k7 (8, 8, 9) for right

shoulder.
5 (5'12, 6, 6'12)"
4 (4, 4'12, 5)"
Next Row Ssk, k2tog, k- (0, 0, 1)- (2, 2, 3) stitches.

Purll row.
.s
"<t
Fer All Other Sizes
Right Shoulder
Next Row P7 (8, 8, 9) stitches.
Bind off.
Next Row Kl, ssk, kl (2,2,3),

RIGHT TOP BACK
Purll row.

on 20 (22, 24, 26) stitches.

2)-3 (4, 4, 5) stitches.
Purl 1 row.

5)" (9 [l0, 11.5,12lcm) from the
beginning, ending with a wrongside row.
56
TJ.lE EXPECTANT
KNITTER

p2; repeat from * across to last
0(2,0,2)-15
(17,18, 20) stitches.

2 rows.
Purll row.
Bind off.
Next Row
k2tog, kl-5
Purll ro
LEFT TOP BA.CK
Next Ro
2)-3 (4,
on 20 (22, 24, 26) stitches.
Purll ro
Shape Armholes
At the beginning of the next
5)" (9 [10,11.5, 12]cm) from the
,-=
!=or 0-6
Bind off.
right-side row, bind off 2
stitches-13 (15, 16, 18) stitches.
side row.
Purll row.
- (2, 2, 3) sn
Purll
Next Row Kl, k2tog, knit to end-
p2; repeat from * across to last
12 (14, 15, 17) stitches.
o (2, 0,

9)" (19 [20.5, 21.5, 23]cm) from
beginning, ending with a right-
2)-15 (17,18, 20) stitches.
Work in stockinette stitch for 3

rows.
!=or AI'
rv :
Next Ro S
rov
Bind ofi,
TOPF
Lightly s-...a
Sew the -'seams.SE
side row.
Shape Armholes
At the beginning of the next
Shape Neck
Next Row (Wrong Side) Bind off
5 (6, 7, 8) stitches, purl across-7
wrong-side row, bind off 2

stitches-13 (15, 16, 18) stitches.
back
nee-
hook. j ,
at the
button
(8, 8, 9) stitches.
Next Row Kl, k2tog, knit to end-
loop
12 (14, 15, 17) stitches.
ends,

Purll row.
the piece measures 71/2(8, 8V2,
9)" (19 [20.5,21.5, 23]cm) from
2)-3 (4, 4, 5) stitches.
Purll row.
wrong-side row.
DIAP
Withs
on 32
Rowl-r
across.
!=or 0-6
Month Size Only
Bind off.
!=or All Other
Sizes
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
Repeo:-
Next Row (Right Side) Bind off 5
- (2, 2, 3) stitches.
58
Shape Neck
(6, 7, 8) stitches, knit across-7 (8,
~y e
8, 9) stitches.
from-=:
Purll row.
Repec:-
Change to larger needles and
garter stitch as follows:
Purll row.
Rows 1-5 Knit
Row 6 Kl, klf&b, knit to the last 2

stitches, kIf&b, k1.
2)-3 (4, 4, 5) stitches.

Purl 1 row.
Repeat these 6 rows 2 (2, 3, 3)

times-36
I=or 0-6 Month Size Only

Bind off.
(40, 46, 50) stitches.
Knit 2 rows.
Decrease Row (Right Side) K2,
I=or All Other Sizes
ssk, knit to last 4 stitches, k2tog,
k2.
- (2, 2, 3) stitches.
Purll row.
Bind off.
TOP FINISI-IING
Next Row P2, knit to last 2

stitches, p2.
Repeat last 2 rows 9 more
times-16 (20, 26, 30) stitches.
Lightly steam-block the pieces.
Decrease Row K2, ssk, knit to
Sew the side seams and shoulder
last 4 stitches, k2tog, k2.
seams. Sew a button on the right
Next Row P2, k2tog, knit to last
back neck edge. Using a crochet
4 stitches, k2tog, p2.
hook, join yarn on the left back

at the neck edge opposite the
button and work a chain stitch
loop for the button. Weave in the
ends.
Repeat the last 2 rows 0 (1,2, 3)

Knit 2 rows.
Bind off.
DIAPER COVER BACK

With smaller needles and B, cast
on 32 (36, 40, 44) stitches.
DIAPER COVER FRONT

Work the same as for the Back.
Row 1 *Kl, pl. repeat from *
DIAPER COVER FINISI-IING
across.
Lightly steam-block the pieces.
Repeat row 1for 2 more rows.
Sew J=rontand Back together

along sides and crotch. Weave in
Eyelet Row Kl, *k2tog, yo; repeat
ends. Beginning and ending at
from'
the center of the J=ront,thread
to last stitch, k1.
Repeat row 1for 2 more rows.
ribbon through the Eyelet Row.
First Trimester
59
s
A
SUmI
this su
comfOi
SKIL
Inter
e<
SIZES
0-6
mont
FIt-lIS
Chest:
63.5,
Len'
[39.5.'
YAR
3 (4. .J
I-lan
co
in ~
:i
1 bal
t-lEE
US
ne
U~
ne
or
SUMMER BEACI-I CREEPER

A summer baby needs a knitted wardrobe, too. Knit in a lightweight
cotton,
this summer beach creeper is a perfect choice. Baby will look cool and feel
comfortable
when temperatures
soar.
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
Change
to B and knit 2 rows.
Repeat these 6 rows for Stripe

(20cm)
stitch using
Pattern.
SIZES
0-6
in stockinette
larger needle

Adjust needle size as necessary to
months, 24 months)
obtain correct
BACK
gauge.
Inseam
Chest: 20 (22, 24V2, 26)" (51 [56,
With A, cast on 13 (13, 15, 15)
NOTES
stitches.
1. The Creeper
is worked in two
63.5,66lcm)
pieces and sewn together
Length: 13314(15V2, 17,18%)" (35
along
the side edges.
Working
in stockinette
stitch,
work 1 row.
2. Each piece is worked from the
[39.5, 43, 46.5lcm)
Cast on 3 stitches at the

crotch to the shoulder.
beginning
YARN
of the next 6 rows-
3. Short rows are used to add

31 (31, 33, 33) stitches.
3 (4, 5, 6) balls of Rowan
fullness to the Back.
l-londknit DK Cotton, 100%

cotton, 1314oz (50g),
in #327 Aqua (A),
93 yd (85m)
medium
SHORT ROWS
Wrap and turn: Bring yarn to the
front, slip the next stitch as if to
1 ball of #326 Nectar (B)

purl from the left-hand
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
the right-hand
needle to
needle, turn work,
wrap yarn around slipped stitch

and slip same stitch back onto
needles
right-hand
needle. On next row,

work wrapped
stitch by picking up

wrap and working
it together
with
obtain gauge
the stitch on the left-hand
needle.
Stitch holders
Yarn needle
STRIPE PATTERN
With A, work in stockinette
stitch
for 4 rows.
First Trimester
61
3 (3, 3'/2, 3'/2)"
Cast on 2 stitches
l!)
tri
~
3 ;;;'<T
[,RONT
AND
BACK
'"
~~
'"
~
~
""
at the begin-
ning of every row 10 (12, 14, 16)

times-51
(55,61,65)
Work in s
(7 [7.5, 9, 9.5]cm) from Waist Rib,

ending with a wrong-side
row.
Cast on:
stitches.
beginni
Shape Armhole
Continue
in stockinette
Bind off 3 stitches

the piece measures 6 (7, 7V2, 8)"
(15 [l8, 19, 20.5]cm)
31 (31.3::
stitch until
at the beginning
of the next 2 rows-45
(49, 56, 59)
from the
beginn
stitches.
co
beginning,
~
r-,
side row.
16) time:
Working
t:::
in Stripe Pattern,
decrease
Contin
1 stitch at each edge every row
-o
Shape Bottom (Short Rows)
4 times-41
the piec
(45, 51, 55) stitches.
2'12 (2'12, 3, 3)"
Knit to last 5 stitches, wrap

10(11,12,13)"
and turn.
(15 [18_'
Continue
armhole
Purl to last 5 stitches, wrap

and turn.
in Stripe Pattern
until the
measures 31/2 (4, 4V2, 5)"
row.
Wais

With right side facing, work 13 (15,
and turn.
17,19) stitches

and turn.
and turn.
stitch holder for the right shoulder,
a stitch holder for neck, join a new

ball of yarn, and work remaining
Row 2
across
Repe<J
13
Knit 1 row across all stitches,
(15, 17,19) stitches for the left
Top
picking up and working
shoulder.
Wi'
the wraps.
Purl 1 row across all stitches.
Wo
Waist Rib
Work in stripe pattern
Change
(4cm). Bind off.
to smaller needles.
Row 1 (Right Side) Kl, 'pl, k1;

from'
across.
Row 2 Pl, "kl, pl. repeat
for lV2"
across.
(3, 3"~
from
wron
Right Shoulder
Slip stitches for right shoulder
from'
from
Shaj
stitch holder to needle and work in
Bind
stripe pattern
beg-
4 rows. Place stitches
Repeat these 2 rows for 1" (2.5cm).
on a stitch holder.
45(,
Top
FRONT
War
With right side facing, change to

larger needles and Stripe Pattern.
Work until the piece measures 23/4
(3, 3V2, 3314)"
larga
Left Shoulder
KNITTER
Row 1~
repe<r;
and slip them to a
place next 15 (15, 17,17) stitches on
repeat
side rm
Chan
and turn.
THE EXPECTANT
begin
(9 [10, 11.5, 12.5]cm), ending with a

wrong-side
62
Casto
dea
Bottom
ever
With A, cast on 13 (13, 15, 15)
sti (
stitches.
knit
Work in stockinette
stitch for 1 row.
purl rows, p1, p2tog, purl to last 3

stitches, p2tog, p1.)

beginning
Continue
of the next 6 rows-
in Stripe Pattern
measures 2 (2V2, 3,
the armhole
31 (31, 33, 33) stitches.
until
3V2)" (5 [6.5, 7.5, 9]cm), ending

with a wrong-side
beginning
row.
of every row 10 (12, 14,
16) times-51
Continue
(55, 61, 65) stitches.
in stockinette
stitch until

With right side facing, work 13 (15,
the piece measures 6 (7, 7V2, 8)"
17,19) stitches and slip them to a
(15 [18, 19, 20.5]cm)
stitch holder for left shoulder,
beginning,
from the
place next 15 (15, 17, 17) stitches on
side row.
a stitch holder for neck, join a new
Waist Rib
13 (15, 17,19) stitches for the right
Change
shoulder.
ball of yarn, and work remaining
to smaller needles.

repeat from'
Right Shoulder
across.
Work in Stripe Pattern
for 2"
Row 2 P1, 'k1, pl; repeat from'

(5cm). Slip stitches to a stitch
across.
holder for shoulder.
Repeat these 2 rows for 1" (2.5cm).
Left Shoulder
Top
Work in Stripe Pattern for lV2"
With right side facing, change to
(4cm), ending with a wrong-side
larger needles and Stripe Pattern.
row.
Work until the piece measures
23/4
(3, 3V2, 33/4)" (7 [7.5, 9, 9.5]cm)
Buttonhole
Row K2 (2, 3, 3), yo,
k2tog, k2 (3, 3, 4), yo, k2tog, k2 (3,

from Waist Rib, ending with a
3,4), yo, k2tog, kl (1, 2, 2).
wrong-side
row.
Next Row Purl across.
Shape Armhole
Work 2 more rows in pattern.

Bind off.
beginning
of the next 2 rows-
45 (49, 56, 59) stitches.

Working
decrease
in Stripe Pattern,
FINISHING
Three-Needle
Bind-Off
1 stitch at each edge

Place the Back right shoulder
every row 4 times-41
(45,51,55)
stitches on 1 needle. Matching
the
stitches. (On knit rows, kl, k2tog,

Front right shoulder
stitches to
Back right shoulder
stitches, place
knit to last 3 stitches, ssk, kl. On
First Trimester
63
the ~ront right stitches on a
underarm;
second needle. Hold the pieces
(57,63,69)
with right sides facing, and
armhole.
using a third needle and

together
A.
knit
pick up and knit 49

stitches around the
Work 1 row in
stockinette
stitch. Bind off.
ALMO
1 stitch each from ~ront
and Back needles, and bind off.

Continue
shoulder
dovo ..
Sew side seams.
inspi r e
to bind off the right
name
Leg Edging
stitches.
A. join
yarn at crotch; pick up and knit
Neck Edging
With right side facing, smaller
needles and A, join yarn at left
shoulder
at neck edge, pick up
Nora .~
ape
39 (43, 47, 51) stitches around

the leg opening.
Work in rib for 4
rows. Bind off.
1.
2.
0
J4.
be
and knit 6 stitches along left

l-ront neck edge, k15 (15, 17,17)
Crotch Button Band

3.
stitches from Front stitch holder,
Back
pick up and knit 6 from right
With right side facing, pick up
~ront neck edge, pick up 3
and knit 15 (15, 18, 18) stitches
stitches from Back right shoulder,
across the cast-on
k15 (15, 17,17) stitches from Back
Back. Work in stockinette
stitch holder, pick up and knit 10
edge of the
stitch
boy Ma'
Ava
for 4 rows. Bind off.
stitches from left Back neck

edge-55
(55, 59, 59) stitches. Do
not join.
Lor
I=ront
Row 1 Pl,
"kl,
pl. repeat from

across the beginning
across.
Buttonhole
Row (Right Side) Kl,
pl, yo, p2tog, work in rib across.
cast-on
edge of ~ront. Work in

stockinette
stitch for 3 rows.
Row 4 (Right Side) K4 (4, 5, 5),
Work in rib for 2 more rows.
yo, k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 4), k2tog, yo,

k4 (4, 5, 5).
Purll
Armhole Edging
Overlap
front left shoulder
back left shoulder

the armhole
opposite
band. Sew
buttonholes.

needles, and A, join yarn at
64
TWE EXPECTANT KNITTER
Bind off.
1" (2.5cm) at
edge and sew in
place for button

buttons
over
row.
Sew buttons
opposite
buttonholes.
Weave in ends.
Lightly block.
na
AU.10ST AS SOON AS YOU KNOW YOU'RE PREGNANT,YOU STARTTHINKING ABOUT NAMES. How
do you determine the "right" name for your baby? Do you go with trendy, unique, or familyinspired names? I would go to the park and listen to all the different
names. If you called out the
name Nora at the park, how many girls came running? I wanted a unique name. I was lucky, as
Nora is also a family name-my
mom's sister, my sister, and my dad's mother all are Nora. It was
a perfect name.
I found picking the right boy name a bit more challenging. I had a few tests for my names.
1.
No obvious nicknames (for example, James: Jimmy, Jim).
2. A nod to our heritage. My grandfather
was named Coleman. This seemed too old for a little
boy. We shortened it to Cole.

3. His monogram did not inadvertently
spell anything. For example, Alan Stephen Smith or
William Owen White.

To help you with your search, here are a few of the top names over the past decade. Favorite
boy names according the US Social Security Administration
are Jacob, Michael, Joshua,
Matthew, Ethan, Andrew and Christopher. Favorite girl names include Emily, Emma, Madison,
Ava, Olivia, Hannah and Ashley.
How about a few knitting-inspired
ones, such as Lana, Pearl, Rowan, Kaffe, Elizabeth, Debbie,
Lorna, Claudia, or Aran?

As much fun as the name game can be, it can also be very charged. You may associate
names with school bullies from your childhood or old girlfriends
and boyfriends. Extended
family will also have their personal associations. My recommendation
is just take name
suggestions along with all the other advice you'll get in the next nine months with a smile.
65
tu.
70)
The
leg~
IS
5
In e
sn
~I
1 ~
-;
BABY RACER SWEATER

This smart sweater is a perfect companion
70). The complementary
to the Baby Racer Leggings (page
colors will make it a versatile layer for any baby.
The racing stripe shows off the beautiful hand-dyed
yarns. Pair it with the
leggings for an autumn stroll, or just throw on the sweater whenever
there
is a chill in the air.
SKILL LEVEL
Yarn needle
BACK
Intermediate
Stitch holders
With smaller needles and A, cast
Bobbins
on 50 (55, 60, 65) stitches.
SIZES
0-6

Knit every row for 3/4" (9.5cm),
months (12 months,
18 months, 24 months)
GAUGE
row.
Changing
to larger needles and
(lOcm) in stockinette
stockinette
stitch, work until the
Chest: 20 (22, 24, 26)" (51 [56,
larger needles
stitch using
piece measures 6V2 (7V2, 8, 9)"
61,66]cm)
(16.5 [19, 20.5, 23]cm) from the

Length:
10112 (12, 13, 14V2)" (26.5
beginning,
to obtain correct
gauge.
side row.
[30.5, 33, 37]cm)
NOTES
YARN
1. The Back and J=ront are
4 (4, 5, 5) skeins of Art yarns

Supermerino,
100%
merino
wool, 13/4oz (50g), 104 yd (95m)

in #SM22 Coral (A),
II medium
worked the same.

2. The racer stripe is worked
intarsia
in
on each sleeve, using
a different
ball of yarn for
each color change. Wind

1 skein in #SM141 Rosel
bobbins for each color.
Browns (B)
Remember to pick up the
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
new color from under the

old color to twist the yarns

and prevent
holes.

obtain gauge
needles
First Trimester
67
4 (4'h.
5, 5'12)"
[,RONT
Shape Armhole
17,18]cm) from the beginning,
beginning of the next 2 rows.
AND
BACK

k2.
Shape Armhole
(39, 45, 49) stitches.
Purl1 row.
10(11,12,13)"
Repeat these last 2 rows 11(12,

14, 15) more times-20
(23, 24,
27) stitches. Place these stitches

on a holder.

k2.
Purl1 row.
Repeat these last 2 rows 13 (14,
RIGHT
SU~~V~
FRONT
16,18) more times-5 (9, 11,11)
Work the same as for the Back.
stitches. Place these stitches on

a holder.
RIGHT SLEEVE
6'12 (7, 8, 8'12)"
8 (9, 11, 1Ph)"
LEFT SLEEVE
on 33 (35, 39, 43) stitches.
Knit every row for 314"(9.5cm),

(9.5cm),

stockinette stitch.
19) with A, k5 with B, k14 (15, 17,
19) with A.
19) with A, k5 with B, k14 (15, 17,
19) with A.
AT
ni~ SAM~
TIM~, increase
1 stitch at each edge every

fourth row as follows:
Row 1 Purl.
stitch, working the center 5

stitches with B.
AT T\-1~SAM~ TIM~, increase
1 stitch at each edge every
Row 1 Purl.
Row 3 Purl.
Row 4 K1,M1, knit to last stitch,
M1, kl. Work these 4 rows 3 (5, 6,
6) times-39
fourth row as follows:
Row 2 Knit.
KNITTER
3/4"
stitches with B.
THE EXPECTAHT
Knit every row for
stockinette stitch.
stitch, working the center 5
68
on 33 (35, 39, 43) stitches.
(45, 51, 55) stitches.
Row 2 Knit.
Row 3 Purl.
Row 4 K1,M1, knit to last stitch,
M1, k1.
Continue until the Sleeve
Work these 4 rows 3 (5, 6, 6)
measures 5 (6, 6314,7)" (12.5 [15,
times-39
(45, 51, 55) stitches.
Continue until the Sleeve

measures 5 (6, 63/4, 7)" (12.5 [15,
17,18]cm) from the beginning,
Shape Armhole
(39,45, 49) stitches.
k2.
Next Row Cast on 3 stitches, purl
to end.
k5.
Repeat these last 2 rows 12 (13,
Matching Baby Racer Leggings are

found on page 70.
16,17) more times-5 (9, 11.11)

stitches. Place these stitches on
Buttonhole
a holder.
Band
needles, and B, join yarn at left
FINISHING
armhole of l-ront and pick up
Lightly block.
Sew Right Sleeve into raglan

armhole shaping of i=ront and
Back. Sew Left Sleeve into
from the raglan armhole

shaping, k20 (23, 24, 27) stitches
from Front stitch holder-40
(47,
52, 57) stitches.
raglan armhole shaping of Back.

Sew side and sleeve seams.
Neck Band
needles, and B, k5 (9, 11,11)from
Right Sleeve stitch holder, k20
Knit 3 rows.
Buttonhole Row (Right Side) K3
(4, 5, 7), 'yo, k2tog, k3 (4, 5, 5);
repeat from'
twice more, knit to
end.
Knit 2 rows. Bind off.
(23, 24, 27) stitches from Back

stitch holder, k5 (9, 11,11)stitches
Sew buttons opposite
from Left Sleeve stitch holder-
buttonholes. Sew the edges of
30 (41, 46, 49) stitches.
the buttonhole band and neck

band together at the Left Sleeve.
Knit 4 rows. Bind off loosely.

Weave in ends.
First Trimester
69
BABY RACER LEGG\NGS

Knit in a machine-washable
yarn, these pants are a perfect
way to wrap your
little darling up for a stroll in the autumn air, and there is no need to worry
about spills or spit-up. The matching
Baby Racer Sweater (page 66), with
a racing stripe down the sleeve, creates a warm and stylish outfit.
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
Wrap and turn: Bring yarn to
(IOcm) in stockinette
front, slip next stitch, turn, wrap
SIZES
0-6
SHORT ROWS
stitch using
larger needles.
yarn around slip stitch and slip

same stitch back onto right-hand

needle. On next round, work
months, 24 months)
to obtain correct
gauge.
wrapped
stitch by picking up
wrap and working
NOTES
together
with
the stitch on the left-hand
Waist: 13 (15, 18, 20)" (33 [38,

1. The Leggings
are knit in two
45.5, 51]cm)
needle.
pieces, back and forth in rows,
Length: 16 (18, 21, 23)" (40.5

[45.5,53.5,58.5]cm)
from the waist down to the

cuff. The Legs are sewn
together
YARN
3 (4, 4, 5) skeins of Art yarns

Supermerino,
at the center waist.
100%
merino
wool, 13/4 oz (50 g), 104 yd
fullness to the back.

3. Short row shaping
is used to
add an approximate
lV2"
(95m) in #SM141 Rose/Browns,
(4cm) rise to the back of
_medium
the pants. Take care when

measuring
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

for length
measurements.
All
measurements
should be
taken from the center of
obtain gauge
the piece.

needles
Yarn needle
Flrst Trimester
71
7 (8, 9'h. 10'h)"

cuff edge
RIGf.-IT PANT LEG
Waistband
Using smaller needles, cast on 32
(38, 46, 50) stitches.
S:!
0:
u::n
,00
':oJ
L~G
Work even until the piece
~
~
measures 6V2 (7, 7V2, 8)" (16.5

[18, 19, 20.5]cm)
beginning,
from the
side row.
Row 1 *Kl, pl, repeat from *
'"
~
<lJ
OJ
"
c:'"
g
Q;
0:-
short ro
~I-:;:
i'
c:
'"
Repeat row 1 for ribbing
until
piece measures 3f4 (1, 1, 1)" (2 [2.5,
2.5, 2.5lcm) from the beginning,
secflon
waist edge
8 (9, 11, l1 h)"

'
6lJ2
Shape Leg
across.
Change
(7'h, 9, 10)"
row.
stockinette
stitch, and work 2
rows.
Next Row (Right Side) Kl, ssk,

knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, kl.
Purll
row.
Repeat the last 2 rows twice

more-34
(40, 48, 52) stitches.
Continue
until the piece
measures 16 (l8, 21, 23)" (40.5
7 (8, 91h, 101h)"
[45.5,53.5,
Back Shaping (Short Rows)
cuff edge
beginning.
58.5]cm)
from the
Bind off loosely.
K5, wrap and turn.
~
-f.
P5, wrap and turn.
LEFT PANT LEG
Kl0, wrap and turn.
Waistband
Pl0, wrap and turn.
S:!
0:
,00
,':oJ
RIGHT
L~G
<0
OJ
"
c:
g
Using smaller needles, cast on 32

(38, 46, 50) stitches.
K15, wrap and turn.
.''"::!
0:-
<lJ
P15, wrap and turn.
Row 1 *Kl, pl. repeat from
~~
<0
c'"
'"
S~O::'fO~
se;;on
If
~
r-,
K20, wrap and turn.

P20, wrap and turn.
Continue
Repeat row 1 for ribbing
in stockinette
stitch
across all the stitches until the

piece measures 2 (3, 31/2, 4)" (5
6'h (7 h, 9, 10)"
'
across.
waist edge
8 (9, 11, l1 h)"
'
;r
[7.5, 9, IOjcrnl
from ribbing,
piece measures 3/4 (l, 1, 1)" (2 [2.5,
C:
2.5, 2.5]cm) from the beginning,
c:::
Ir.<
Change
row.
until
row.
stockinette
stitch, and work 3
10
c
rows.
Increase
Row (Right Side) Kl, rnl,
knit to last stitch,
ml,
kl.
Work 3 rows even.

P5, wrap and turn.
Repeat last 4 rows 4 times-40
K5, wrap and turn.
-'"
-.j
(46, 54, 58) stitches.
-:
72
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
[18,19, 20.5)cm)
Pl0, wrap and turn.

Kl0, wrap and turn.
beginning,
from the
side row.
P15, wrap and turn.
K15, wrap and turn.
Shape Leg
P20, wrap and turn.
Next Row (Right Side) Kl, ssk,
K20, wrap and turn.
knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, k1.

Purll
Continue
in stockinette
row.
stitch
across all stitches until the piece
Repeat the last 2 rows twice
measures 2 (3, 3V2, 4)" (5 [7.5, 9,
more-34
(40, 48, 52) stitches.
Continue
until the piece
IOjcm) from ribbing, ending with

a wrong-side
row.
measures 16 (18, 21, 23)" (40.5
Increase
Row (Right Side) Kl, m1,
knit to last stitch, m1, k1.
[45.5,53.5,
beginning.
58.5)cm) from the

Bind off loosely.
Work 3 rows even.
FINISHING
Repeat last 4 rows 4 times-40
Lightly block. Sew the Legs
(46, 54, 58) stitches.
together
along the center of the
Work even until the piece
front and back seams. Sew the
measures 61/2 (7, 7V2, 8)" (16.5
Leg seams. Weave in ends.
First Trimester
73
D.
c
(~
(C
G
2C
(
ALPI-IABET BLOCK TOYS

A, B, C ... baby's first alphabet
blocks, easy as " 2, 31 Knit in soft cotton, these
blocks are just right for small hands. They can be washed and played with over
and over again.
SKILL LEVEL
NOTES:
Intermediate
1. The Squares are worked in

intarsia,
FINISHING
using a different
ball
of yarn for each color change.
4" (lOcm) cube
Wind bobbins for each color.
Weave in ends. Steam-block

the pieces.
i=ollowing assembly diagrams,
sew 5 squares with letters and 1

blank square together
YARN
to make a

cube. Leave one side open for
1 ball each of Rowan l-londknit
holes.
stuffing, and stuff with fiber
DK Cotton,
cotton, 13/4 oz
100%
3. i=our cubes consist of five

filling. Sew the remaining
(50g),
93 yd (85m) in #327 Aqua
side
squares with letters and one

closed.
(A), #254 i=lame (B), #215 Rosso
blank square. The fifth cube
(C), #324 Bermuda
consists of six squares with
#303 Sugar (t-:),
(D), and
II medium
letters.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
LETTER SQUARES
(MAKE 26)
With main color, cast on 20
obtain gauge
stitches. Working
in stockinette
Bobbins
stitch, follow the charts on pages
Yarn needle
76 and 77 (one for each letter) to
work 28 rows. Bind off.
Polyester fiber filling
GAUGE
BLANK SQUARES (MAKE 4)
With main color, cast on 20
(20cm)
in stockinette
stitch
stitches. Work in stockinette

stitch for 28 rows. Bind off.

to obtain correct
gauge.
First Trimester
75
28
27
26
25
2'
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
I.
13
12
10
8
I
20 Stitches
27
27
25
25
25
23
23
24
23
22
22
22
I
26
24
24
24
21
21
19
19
28
27
26
26
26
20 Stitches
28
28
28
22
21
20
20
18
18
17
17
16
18
17
16
16
15
15
16
15
14
14
14
19
18
13
I.
13
13
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
20 Stitches
28
28
27
27
26
26
25
2.
24
23
22
22
21
I
II
1
20
20
19
18
18
18
18
16
16
14
14
12
12
17
16
16
16
15
14
14
13
12
12
12
10
10
8
6
20 Stitches
20 Stitches
28
28
26
26
24
24
22
22
18
18
17
17
17
16
16
15
15
15
14
14
13
13
13
20 Stitches
KNITTER
12
12
10
10
";
..
r~
19
19
19
21
21
21
THE EXPECTANT
23
23
23
STITCH
25
25
25
76
27
27
27
0
D
.
.
27
27
26
25
25
25
24
24
24
23
23
23
22
22
22
22
27
26
26
2'
28
28
28
28
26
21
21
19
19
21
20
20
17
17
16
15
15
15
14
14
'"
17
16
16
16
18
18
18
18
19
14
13
13
13
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
20 Stitches
20 Stitches
28
28
28
26
26
28
26
24
24
22
22
24
23
23
22
25
25
25
2.
27
27
27
26
20 Stitches
23
22
21
21
19
19
21
20
18
18
18
,.
17
16
16
16
16
19
18
17
17
15
15
14
14
,.
15
13
13
13
12
12
12
12
10
10
10
10
20 Stitches
20 Stitches
28
28
27
27
26
26
ASS[;MBLV
DIAGRAMS
25
25
24
2.
23
23
22
22
21
21
20
20
19
19
18
18
17
17
16
16
15
14
,.
15
13
13
12
12
10
10
/
20 Stitches
20 Stitches
STITCH KEY
D
D
With A, k on right side, p on wrong side
With B, k on right side, p on wrong side
= With C, k on right side, p on wrong side

= With D, k on right side, p on wrong side
= With [;, k on right side, p on wrong side
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77
IF
YOU
HAVE BEEN KEEPING
QUIET,
it's now time to shout, "I'm
pregnant!" Your morning sickness should be coming to an end.

You may feel what many call the "second trimester surge." Enjoy
the extra energy.
Take this time as your bump is growing to prime the rest of
the family for the impending delivery. Start some bigger
knitting projects. Many of this chapter's projects shift
your attention to the rest of the family-Dad,
soon-to-be
older siblings, and even the family dog. Use some of

your extra energy to knit, and spend some special oneon-one time with your husband and kids. Just don't push
yourself too hard. Listen to your body. Take breaks, and
savor midday naps, as they will be harder to get once the
baby arrives.
Yes, everything changes with the arrival of a new
baby. Saturday morning routines change from
coffee in bed reading the paper to
breastfeeding in bed, folding baby
clothes, and hoping that the
dog doesn't shred the
79
WEEK
neglected newspaper. Remember, change can be

good. ~mbrace the changes, and look to the future
";;e
with hope, because without these changes you

wouldn't get to experience your baby's first smile,
first words, first steps.
Before the baby arrives, take some important
steps to get the household ready. I'm not talking
about the traditional
baby-proofing
of the house but
rather baby-proofing
your husband, older kids, and
pets. Along with the knitted projects, I include some

helpful tips for preparing your family for the new
baby's arrival. Use the projects and the tips to make
the changes a little less challenging for everyone. I'm
sure Dad will really enjoy the cashmere socks. Who
wouldn't? f-ie may even enjoy the nighttime feedings
when he's wearing them! The Big Sister Sweater
(page 90) and the Big Brother Hooded Sweater
(page 94) are simple to knit but perfect gifts for the
older siblings to open when all the new baby gifts
start to arrive.
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KNITTER
for so-r-e
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5.
WEEKLY
PLANNER
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As your belly grows, the clothing choices may be shrinking. Raid your husband's closet
for some oversized tops, or get going on the cashmere Shawl Sweater (page 117).
(lVeeJ-v 15:
7~)eeh. 16:
7/Uu~ 17:
7Vwz" 18:
Embrace your changing body-consider
taking weekly pictures of your enlarging belly.
If you're having an amniocentesis, it's best to schedule it for the coming 2-4 weeks.
Your baby is growing and now measures five inches long and weighs half an ounce.
Those flutters may not be gas. You'll start to feel baby movements in the next
4 weeks.
7Veek 19:
Time to schedule your sonogram. Now you can learn if you are knitting for a boy
or a girl.
7")Wz"
20:
Start spreading the news-although
7/Ueek
21:
Eating for two? Remember that calories count. Make healthy eating choices and
your bump may have spoiled the secret already.
instead just knit for two.
7,Ueel.
22,'
Disposable or reusable? You'll possibly change between 4,000
to 5,000
diapers
over the next three years. Explore the many possibilities. Whatever you choose, knit a couple of wool
diaper covers (page 108).
(lVeek
23:
What about Daddy? Put down your knitting tonight and have a date night. It may be
months before you have another.
7Vwz"
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24:
How does your baby grow? She's about 8 inches long and almost 1 pound.
25:
Time to set up your baby-shower registry. Consider registering at your local yarn shop
for knitting items! Pick out colors, fibers, and patterns that your friends and family can select from.
7~)eeh.
26:
Ask friends and family for pediatrician recommendations.
(lAJeek
27:
Make something special for Dad-check
out the easy socks on page 87. Who knows,
you might even make a second pair for yourself. Remember, you don't have to be barefoot when
pregnant!
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SI-IAWL COLLAR SWEATER

This sweater is a special one that I knit for my son, Cole. It was fashioned
a sweater
after
that I'd love to knit for my husband, but Ijust haven't gotten around
to it. So, I figured I'd test out the pattern,
which features
a generous
cowl collar
made in a baby version, with the softest merino.

SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
right-hand
in the back loops of these
SIZES
0-6
the front loops and, using your
stitch using
the larger needle
needle, which is now
stitches, knit them together.
months (12 months,

to obtain correct
SHORT ROWS
gauge.
NOTE
Chest: 20 (22, 25, 26)" (51 [56,

The sweater features
a garter
63.5,66lcm)
same stitch back onto the rightstitch border that runs along the
hand needle. On the next row,
Length: 9V2 (11,12, 13)" (24 [28,
bottom
30.5, 33lcm)
sides of both the Front and Back.
and up 2" (Scrn) on the

work wrapped
stitch by picking
up wrap and working
ABBREVIATIONS
VARN
3 (4,4,5)
together
skeins of Pear Tree
8-Ply Merino, 100%
Australian
merino wool, 13/4 oz (50 g), 107

yd (98m) in Moss,
II medium
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
K2tog: This is an easy rightslanting
decrease.
Knit the next
two stitches at the same time.
Ssk. (A slightly more advanced

decrease
that slants left. Worked
with the K2tog, it will produce

mirrored
decrease that will make

your garments
obtain gauge
professional.)
look very
Slip the next two

stitches individually
knitwise
needles
from the left-hand
Stitch holders
Locking stitch markers
Yarn needle
right-hand
needle to the
needle as if to knit.
Then place the left-hand
needle
into these two stitches through
Second
Trimester
83
5 (5'12, 6'12, 6'12)"

U)
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"<t
:'i
S.
with the stitch on the left-hand
Work in stockinette stitch,
'"
FRONT
AND
BACK
co
r::-
t::
-0
Knit 8 rows.
needle.
BACK
With larger needles, cast on
55 (61,69, 73) stitches.
knitting the first 3 and last 3

stitches of every row, until the
garment measures 2" (5cm) from
the beginning.
10(11,12'12,13)"
Knit 8 rows.
Work in stockinette stitch on all
Change to stockinette stitch,
stitches until the piece measures
knitting the first and last
5112 (6V2, 7, 7V2)" (14 [16.5,18,
3 stitches of every row, until the
19]cm) from the beginning,
0-'
-s:.~
garment measures 2" (5cm) from
the beginning.
7(8,9,10)"
6SLEEVE
S.
r-,
Work in stockinette stitch on all

stitches until the piece measures
6 (7, 7112, 8)" (16 [18, 19,20.5]cm)
from the beginning, ending with
a wrong-side row.

With right side facing, k16 (18,
c.
20,22) stitches and slip to a

stitch holder for left shoulder,
bind off center 23 (25, 29, 29)
stitches for neck, and k16 (18, 20,
Shape Armholes
beginning of the next 2 rows47 (53, 61,65) stitches.
22) stitches for right shoulder.

Work shoulders separately.
Right Shoulder
Purll row.
Decrease Row Kl, ssk, knit across.
the armhole measures 3V2 (4,
Work 2 rows.
4V2, 5)" (9 [10, 11.5,12.5]cm)
Next Row (Wrong Side) Bind off
2 -..
4 stitches, purl across.

With right side facing, k9 (11,13,
15) stitches and slip stitches to a
stitch holder for shoulder, bind
off center 29 (31,35, 35) stitches
for neck, and k9 (11,13, 15)
stitches and slip stitches to a
stitch holder for shoulder.
FRONT
55 (61, 69, 73) stitches.
84
, 0<'-.
ex:: I
Work Decrease Row every fourth
row twice more-9 (11,13, 15)
stitches. Work until the ~ront
measures same length as the
fa,,- _
Back to the shoulders. Slip

stitches to a stitch holder.
mecs
Left Shoulder
Slip stitches from stitch holder to
needle, join yarn on wrong side,
and purll row.
ALAN AND I HAD A LONG HONEYMOON BEI=OREOUR I=IRSTCHILD,

NORA, ARRIVED. We had three years to fine-tune
before they were shattered
our routines
by our new baby. As I was expecting
Cole, I wanted to make a sweater for Alan. Once I learned I was

having a boy, I decided I would test out a baby version of the
pattern, which is now the Shawl Collar Sweater (page 82). Alan
can't wait to get his sweater soon!
Remember, even though you may be feeling bloated, scared,
and tired, Daddy has feelings, too. Talk to him. Share your hopes
and fears. If you have older kids, cell a sitter and go on a date
together.
Go for walks together. You have to feed your relationship.
And ;f you have time, knit him something small and sweet like the
cashmere Warm Toes, WarM Heart Socks on page 87.
Decrease Row Knit to last

2 stitches, k2tog.
Work 1 row.
Next Row (Right Side) Bind off
4 stitches, knit across.
Work Decrease Row every fourth
row twice more-9 (11,13,15)
stitches. Work until the ~ront
Knit for 8 rows.

Change to stockinette stitch and
work 6 rows.
Increase Row (Right Side) K2,
M1,knit to last 2 stitches, M1,k2.
Repeat Increase Row every 8 (6,
6,6) rows 2 (3, 5, 5) times more39 (45, 51,55) stitches.
measures same length as the

Back to the shoulders. Slip
Work until the sleeve measures
stitches to a stitch holder.
7V2 (8V2, 9, 9V2)" (19 [21.5,23,

24]cm) from the beginning.
SLEEVES (MAKE 2)
Bind off.

33 (37,39, 43) stitches.
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85
Work in pattern
for 28 stitches,
wrap and turn.

Work in pattern
for 32 stitches,
wrap and turn.

Continue
to work short rows as
established,
working
4 more
stitches on each turn, until all

stitches have been worked.
Work 1 row across all stitches,

picking up and working
the
wraps as you come to them.
SHAWL COLLAR
Cast on 104 (112, 128, 140)
FINISHING
stitches.
Row
1 (Wrong
Side) P3, *k2, p2;
Three-Needle
Bind-Off
repeat from * to last 5 stitches,
Place the Back right shoulder
k2, p3.
stitches on 1 needle. Matching
Row
K3, *p2, k2; repeat from *
to last 5 stitches, p2, k3.
the ~ront right shoulder
stitches
to the Back right shoulder

stitches, place the ~ront right
Repeat last 2 rows until the

collar measures 4V2 (4V2, 5V2,
5V2)" (11.5 [11.5, 14, 14]cm) from
stitches on a second needle.

Hold the pieces with right sides
facing, and, using a third needle
the beginning.
and
Collar Shaping (Short Rows)
A.
knit together
and bind off. Continue

Work in pattern
1 stitch
each
from l-ront and Back needles,

to bind off
for 60 (64, 72,

the right shoulder
stitches.
78) stitches, wrap and turn.

Work in pattern
for 16 stitches,
wrap and turn.

Work in pattern
wrap and turn.
86
TWE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
Sew
the side and sleeve seams,

for 20 stitches,
wrap and turn.

Work in pattern
Sew Sleeves into armholes.
leaving garter
stitch borders
open as side vents. Sew Collar

for 24 stitches,
into neck. Weave in ends.

Lightly block.
WARM TOES, WARM HEART SOCKS

Knit in the softest cashmere,
these socks will warm Daddy's toes. }-/e'lliove
wearing them to work, to bed, or just about anytime he wants to feel the love.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
to obtain correct
gauge.
the round, being careful
twist the stitches; place a marker

for the beginning
SIZE
.
OTES
Men's Medium (US size 9-11)
1. The Socks are worked in the
not to
of the round .
Round 1 *K2, p1; repeat from *

around.
round on double-pointed
FI.
ISHED MEASU~EME""TS
Ankle Circumference:
93/4"
knitting
needles from the cuff
Work 3 rounds.
to the toe.
2. Short rows are used to create
(25cm)
work until cuff measures 31/2"

the heel.
Foot Length: 9W' (24cm)
(8cm) from cast on edge.

3. The toe stitches are grafted
Change
YA~""
and start the Heel.
1 skein of Jade Sapphire 4-ply

Mongolian
back to smaller needles
together.
Cashmere,
100%
cashmere, 2 oz (SSg), 200
SHO~T~OWS
yd
(l83m) in #019 Robin's ~gg Blue,

.fine
same stitch back onto the right-
.
EEDLES A.
D .
OTIO .
S
hand needle. On the next row,

work wrapped
stitch by picking
US size 3 (3.25mm) doubleup wrap and working together

pointed
knitting
needles
US size 6 (4.00mm)
doubleneedle.
pointed
knitting
needles or

Stitch markers
CUFF
With smaller needles, cast on
Yarn needle
60 stitches and divide evenly

among needles. Join to work in
GAUGE
stitch using
larger needles
Second
Trimester
87
88
TWE EXPECTANT KNITTER
J.lEEL
P18, wrap and turn.
K30, wrap and turn.
K17,wrap and turn.
P30, wrap and turn.
P16, wrap and turn.
K29, wrap and turn.
K15, wrap and turn.
P28, wrap and turn.
P14, wrap and turn.
K27, wrap and turn.
K13, wrap and turn.
P26, wrap and turn.
P12, wrap and turn.
K25, wrap and turn.
Kll, wrap and turn.
P24, wrap and turn.
P10, wrap and turn.
K23, wrap and turn.
Kll, wrap and turn.
P22, wrap and turn.
P12, wrap and turn.
K21, wrap and turn.
K13, wrap and turn.
P20, wrap and turn.
P14, wrap and turn.
K19, wrap and turn.
K15, wrap and turn.
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..
P16, wrap and turn.
1. Thread yarn needle with yarn.
K17,wrap and turn.
2. Set up stitches: Put the yarn
P18, wrap and turn.
needle into the first stitch on
K19, wrap and turn.
the front knitting
P20, wrap and turn.
to purl, and pull the yarn
K21, wrap and turn.
through.
needle as if
Next, pull the yarn
P22, wrap and turn.
needle through
K23, wrap and turn.
on the rear knitting
the first stitch
P24, wrap and turn.
if to knit.
needle as
K25, wrap and turn.
3. Pull the yarn needle through
P26, wrap and turn.
the first stitch on the front
K27, wrap and turn.
knitting
needle again as if to
P28, wrap and turn.
knit, and slip the stitch off the
K29, wrap and turn.
knitting
P30, wrap and turn.
needle. Next, pull yarn
needle through
the second
stitch on the front knitting

Place marker for beginning
of
needle as if to purl, but leave
round, knit 30, place marker, knit

this stitch on the knitting
remaining
stitches.
needle.
Work in stockinette
stitch in the
round on all the stitches until the
the first stitch on the rear
sock measures 6%" (16cm) from
knitting
the tip of the f-Ieel.
and slip the stitch off the

knitting
needle as if to purl,
needle. Next, pull the
TOE
yarn needle through
Round 1 *Kl, k2tog, knit to
second stitch on the rear
the
marker, ssk, kl. repeat from *
knitting
around.
but leave this stitch on the
needle as if to knit,
Round 2 Knit.
knitting
needle.
Repeat last 2 rounds 11more
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until all
times-12
stitches remain.
Graft Toe Stitches
FINISHING
Divide remaining
stitches
between 2 needles and hold

needles parallel
to each other.
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89
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BIG SISTER SWEATER

Sugar and spice and everything
nice, that's what the Big Sister Sweater
made of Knit in the softest 4-ply cashmere
in Nora's favorite
is
color, this sweater
was a joy to make. With little or no shaping and minimal finishing, it can be
knit in just a weekend.
It knits up so quickly, you might even make a second!
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Beginner
stockinette stitch, and work until
(10cm) in stockinette stitch using
the piece measures 5V2 (7112,
larger needles
8V2, 9V2)" (14 [19,21.5, 24lcm)
SIZES
2 years (4 years, 6 years, 8 years)
FINISHED MEASU~EMENTS
Chest:
23 (26, 27, 28)" (58.5 [66,
68.5, 71]cm)

NOTE
~ront and Back are worked
Length:
9V2 (12,13V2, 15)"
the same.
(24 [30.5, 34.5, 38]cm)

a wrong-side row.
Shape Armhole
beginning of the next 2 rows62 (70, 74, 78) stitches.
BACK
YA~N
2 (2, 3, 3) skeins of Jade
70 (78, 82, 86) stitches.
Sapphire 4-ply Mongolian

Cashmere, 100% cashmere, 2 oz
(55g), 200 yd (183m) in #022
Little Girl Pink,
fine
Row 1 (Wrong Side) P2, *k2, p2;

Row 2 (Right Side) K2, *p2, k2;
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
piece measures 1V2 (2, 2, 2)"
needles
(4 [5, 5, 5]cm) from the

beginning, ending with a wrongside row.
obtain gauge
Yarn needle
Second
Trimester
91
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NORA WASAN ONLYCHILD FOR SIX ANDA HALFYEARS.Yes, we doted on

our only child. She was shocked to earn that a new brother or sister
was on the way. She wasn't angry or scared but rather excited and
concerned.
She was old enough to know things would change but
still naive enough to believe that they wou dn't. Here are some bps
to consider as you prepare
your kids for a new arrival.
I. Talk to your children. Tell them wnat's happening.
But don t tel

F
them before you want everyone else to know. We told Nora very
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4
early in my pregnancy. We had hoped to keep our family secret

under wraps for a few more weeks. But with Nora's excitement
came
very loose lips. She was at the store one weeker>d and announced
S E
to
everyone who walked in that I was indeed having a baby.

2. Carve out non-baby time even before the baby arrives, !=indthings to do together
that are
special for your older child !=or Nora, it was as simple as walking her to school every day. She
and I would chat along be way. I also knit a specia
her. She picked out the yarn, and I probably gave in out of guilt. The Big Sister Sweater is soft,
the pattern is extremely easy, and the cashmere,
it yourself; the pattern starts on page 90.
well, it is absolutely wonderful to knit. Make
3. Enlist advice in preparing for the baby. As you select nursery themes, baby names, or knitting
yarns, ask your children for help. Nora helped select Cole's name.
4. Prepare a sibling kit for the big day, As you start to prepare
your hospital bag, also prepare
sibl'ng bag. Toss .n some card games, a camera, reading end activity books, crayons, paper,
and, if he or she is old enough
a knitting project.
5. Remind the rest of the family of the older sibling's feelings.
It's very easy to overlook the older
child when a new baby comes into the picture. Schedule some special private time with the
grandparents,
if possible, for your older child.
6. Relax. Kids are res hent. Your fears melted with the first smile, In time, so will theirs.
92
sweater in pretty pink cashmere just for

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reoeo
Continue in stockinette stitch
1 stitch each edge every 4 (4,
until the piece measures 8 (lO,
4,6) rows 9 (8, 9, 8) times as
llV2, 13)" (20.5 [25.5, 29, 33lcm)
follows:

a wrong-side row. Change to
smaller needles.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 for 1V2
(2,2,2)" (4 [5, 5, 5lcm). Bind off
in pattern.
FRONT
With the wrong side facing, start

stockinette stitch (purl the first
row), and work for 3 (3, 3, 5)
rows.
Increase Row K1,klf&b, knit to
the last 2 stitches, klf&b, k148 (54, 60, 66) stitches.
Work even in stockinette stitch
until the Sleeve measures 61/2
(8V2, 9112, 10V2)" (16.5 [2l.5, 24,
26.5lcm).
Work as for the Back.
Bind off.
SLEEVES (MAKE 2)
FINISHING
With smaller needles, cast on 30
Sew the shoulders together,
(38, 42, 50) stitches.
leaving 5 (6, 6V2, 7)" (12.5

[1516.5, 18lcm) in the center

unsewn for neck. Adjust the neck

opening for desired fit.

Sew Sleeves into armholes. Sew

side and sleeve seams. Weave in

Sleeve measures 1V2 (2, 2, 2)"
ends. Lightly block.
(4 [5, 5, Sjcrn), ending with a

wrong-side row.
stockinette stitch, increasing
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BIG BROTI-IER
I-IOODED SWEATER
This simple hoodie is made with four easily knit pieces. In machine-washable
wool and classic colors, this sweater will be a hit with every soon-to-be
brother. It also will become
a perfect hand-me-down
big
when little brother
grows up.
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Beginner
stockinette stitch and work until
(IOcrn) in stockinette stitch
SIZES
2 years (4 years, 6 years,
8 years)

the piece measures 41/2(5, 6
7V2)" (l1.5 [12.5, 15, 19]cm) from

wrong-side row.
Chest: 24 (27, 28, 29)" (61 [68.5,
71,73.5]cm)
NOTE
The Sweater is composed of
simple rectangle shapes with
minimal shaping details. The
Length: 15 (15V2, 17V2, 21)" (38

[39.5, 44.5, 53.5]cm)
Front and Back are worked the

same. The Sleeves are extended
to include the Front and Back
YARN
shoulders and are joined at the
8 (9, 10, 12) balls of Mission Falls
center of the Body.
1824 Wool, 100% superwash

merino wool,
]3/4
oz (50g), 84 yd
(77m) in #022 Ink (A),
a medium
1 ball in #013 Curry (B)
1 (1,1,2) balls in #532 Basil (C)
BACK
With smaller knitting needles
and A. cast on 48 (54, 56 58)
stitches.
Work in garter stitch for 1"
(2.5cm), ending with a wrongside row.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

needles
obtain gauge
Yarn needle
Second
Trimester
95
mONT
AND
BACK
Q
.
Change
to B and work 2 rows.
these stitches
!?:.
Change
to C and work until the
for l-ront, join new boll of yarn
on a stitch
holder
8V2 (9, 10, llV2)"
piece measures
beginning.
12 (13112, 14. 14'12)"
Change
and knit to end.
Back
!=ro
Work on 24 (25, 30, 36) stitches
With riS--=
only until the Right Sleeve
stitches
=-:
13V2 (17, 19, 21)" (34.5
Join A
.::
53.5]cm),
24 (25. -
from the
to Bond
work 2 rows.
Bind off.
measures
12 (12'12. 15. 18)"
0-
[43,48.5,
FRONT
"'
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a wrong-side
t')'
0:
~S
ending
with
13V2 (17.
Change
to
SLEEVES
Change
to C and work 2 rows.
and work 2 rows.
-s,-
Note
Bind off.
RIGHT
SLEEVE
CJJ
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~S
Both Sleeves are worked
S ~
~ s.s.~
the some until they split for the
;S!
neck edge.
S-
;:!
~
~
needle
and A. cost
side facing,
slip
Sew
from the stitch holder.
on 36 stitches.
Join A and purl across. Work on
Work 1" (2.5cm)
ending
Change
12 (12'12. 15. 18)"
0-
in garter
stitch,
with a wrong-side
row.
to larger
stockinette
~*
.5-
24 (25, 30, 36) stitches
only
stitch each edge every 4 (6, 4, 4)
rows 6 (7, 12, 18) times-48
With ris;-:
53.5]cm),
knitting
ending
with a wrong-
holder
to a stitch
for right center
~
s.~
~
i'.
60, 72) stitches.
rows
N
LEf'T
SLEEVE
CJJ
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~
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-s.-
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co
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Extension for ~ront and

Back Shoulders
12 (15112, 16112, 18V2)" (30.5 [40.5,
right side facing,
k24 (25, 30, 36) stitches,
place
holder
ending
with a wrong-side
row.
on a stitch
Next Row With right side facing,

k24 (25, 30, 36) stitches,
place
24) fro
the BaC! I
8 (8, 12. -
r ~
stitches.
Back
only until the Left Sleeve
Sleeve
Oi
of left
for i=ront.
Work on 24 (25, 30, 36) stitches
Divide for ~ront and

Back Neck
Right
stitches
from the beginning,
9"
Next Row With
remaining
neck),
Sleeve
Work until sleeve measures
42, 47]cm)
96
Left
12) stit
ribbing .
'-l
upper c a
Sleeve.
front
(50,
.'-l
$"2
13V2 (17, 19, 21)" (34.5 [43, 48.5,

1
rr;
Bock se
loqether :
of the
and
stitch, increasing
he
until the Right Sleeve measures
side row. Slip stitches
"'~
0:
needles
.5
HOO
With wrong
stitches
9"
53.5]c
side ro
holder rcr
!=ront
With smaller
the-,
until
row.
Work as for the Bock.
.'-l
'-l
::::
Change::::
,....
Bind 0
0-
(21.5 [23, 25.5, 29]cm)
Change
13V2 (17, 19, 21)" (34.5
[43,48.5,
53.5]cm),
a wrong-side
row.
ending
the
cod
(20.5
measures
with
Wor
the
~ -
p'CJ-
wrong-sic
Change to B and work 2 rows.
Decrease Row K14 (14, 22, 22),
Change to C and work 2 rows.
ssk, k2tog, knit to end.
Bind off.
Purll row.
Front
Repeat last 2 rows once more-
With right side facing, slip
28 (28, 40, 40) stitches.
stitches from the stitch holder.

Join A and knit across. Work on
Bind off.
24 (25, 30, 36) stitches only
f=old bound-off row in half, and
until the Left Sleeve measures
sew together to close the top of
13V2 (17,19,21)" (34.5 [43, 48.5,
l-locd,
53.5]cm), ending with a wrongside row. Slip stitches to a stitch
I-Iood Ribbing
holder for left center front rib.
Slip stitches from right front

center stitch holder to knitting
HOOD
needles. Join A and knit 24 (25,
Sew the bound-off edge of the
30,36)
Back section of the Sleeves
95 (117,129,141)around the front
together to form the upper back
edges of the l-lcod from left front
of the sweater.
With right side facing and larger
stitches, pick up and knit
center stitch holder-143 (167,

189,213) stitches.
knitting needles, join A at the
Change to B.
upper corner of front Right
Row 1 (Wrong Side) Pl, "kl, pl.
Sleeve, pick up and knit 8 (8, 12,
12) stitches along the edge of
Row 2 (Right Side) Kl, *pl, kl;
rows of the Right Sleeve (front
neck), pick up and knit 16 (16, 24,

24) from the edge of rows along
Change to C and repeat rows

1 and 2. Bind off in pattern.
the Back neck, pick up and knit

8 (8, 12, 12) from edges of rows
of left f=ront-32 (32, 48, 48)
stitches.
the Hood measures 8 (10, 11,12)"
(20.5 [25.5, 28, 30.5]cm) from
the pick-up row, ending with a
wrong-side row.
FINISHING
Sew ribbing at center front
closed for 2" (5cm).
m bound-off
edges of f=ront and
Back centered along edges of

Sleeve/Hoed section. Sew side
and underarm seams. Weave
in ends.
Second Trimester
97
Do.
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you
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sne
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5
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F
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Len
300
c;
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DOG SWEATER
Don't forget about the dog! I-/ow many times did I say that after Nora arrived?
This warm cabled sweater is a special little reminder for the family pooch that
you will still be a doting parent to them, too. Knit in a soft worsted-weight
machine-washable
wool, it works up quickly for your family's furry friend. After
the baby's arrival, dress the pup in his or her special sweater, lace up your
sneakers, put the baby in her buggy, and head off for a brisk walk to exercise
the dog and walk off those extra baby pounds.
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
Row 1 (Wrong
stitch
SIZES
repeat from
Side) P2, *k2, p2;
across.

One size, for small dog
to obtain correct
Chest:
gauge.
ABBREVIATIONS
from the beginning,
15" (38cm)
Length:
C4F: Slip next 2 stitches to a

16" (40.5cm)

YARN
left-hand
3 balls of Mission Falls 1824
Wool, 100%
superwash
merino
wool, 1314oz (50g), 84 yd (77m)

in #011 Poppy,
II medium
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
K7f&b:
needle. Knit the

but before removing
left-hand
it from the

Remove the stitch from the leftneedles
hand needle-1
stitch increased.

obtain
BACK
gauge
US size 6 (4mm) double42 stitches.

pointed
knitting
Cable needle
Stitch holders
Stitch marker
Yarn needle
-----
needles
Repeat the last 2 rows until the

piece measures 2V2" (6.5cm)
ending with
9"
a wrong-side
row. Change
to
FRONT
larger needles.
30 stitches. Work in stockinette

Row 1 (Right Side) K2, p2, repeat
stitch until the piece measures 3"

Row 1 of Chart to last 2 stitches,
BACK
(7.5cm) from the beginning,

k2.
Row 2 P2, k2, repeat
row.
Row 2 of
sc e~
Chart to last 2 stitches, p2.
Increase
Row 3 K2, p2, repeat
Row 3 of
Row Kl, ssk, knit to last
Purll
7"
2"
row.
Row 4 of
a e
Repeat the last 2 rows 10 times-
Row 5 K2, p2, repeat
10 stitches.
Row 5 of
c
er
Chart to last 2 stitches, k2.

Chart to last 2 stitches, k2.

Slip stitches on a stitch holder.
B
6"
Row 6 of
FINISHING
Repeat rows 1-6 until the piece
Lining up stitches on stitch
measures 1" (18cm) from the
holders for collar, sew f:ront and
beginning,
Back together
along straight
edges, leaving 2W' (6.5cm) open
side row.
for the leg holes. Adjust the

CABU:: PATTERN
6
4
.;:

I I
I I
placement
fit your dog.
beginning
I I
I I
of the leg holes to
of the next 2 rows.
I I
~/
Shape Shoulders
Collar
Continuing
to work in Cable PatWith right side facing, slip the
tern as established
and working
Back and f:ront stitches from the
the new stitches in stockinette
6 STITCI-IES
stitch holders to double-pointed

stitch, work 2 more rows.
knitting
Increase
Row K2, klf&b, continue

Row 1 *K2, p2; repeat from
STITCI-I KEY
in established
pattern
across the Back stitches, repeat

K on right side,
3 stitches, klf&b, k2.

Continue
P on right side,
k on wrong side
I~I
to last
from * across the f:ront stitches-
p on wrong side
needles.
= Slip 2 stitches
cable
needle
in front,
onto
and hold
k2, k2 from
in pattern,
working
60 stitches. Divide evenly among
new stitches in reverse
needles. Join to work in the
stockinette
round, being careful
stitch and repeating
not to twist
Increase Row on next right side
row once-50
the beginning
stitches.
of the round.
cable needle
Continue
in pattern,
working
Continue
in ribbing
until the
until the piece measures 14"
collar measures 2" (5cm). Bind
(35.5cm) from the beginning,
off loosely.
row.

100
HIE
EXPECTANT
KNITTER
8.
Ado
frien
tha C
kni' ec 4
your
SK
In er ec.:
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1 skeinAuroro ~
merino
(89m)"-
Wh-'e ~
NEE
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ob
S~-
Bo
Va
Po e
SCI' :
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ZUZU THE DOG

A dog is a boy's best friend. Our Boston terrier, Zuzu, is definitely
Cole's best
friend. Zuzu crawls, eats off the floor, and hides under the couch-all
that Cole wants to do. Knit in black, white, and red washable
knitted dog is a perfect first toy. The high-contrast
the things
wools, this pliable
colors will surely capture
your baby's attention.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
to obtain correct
SHORT ROWS
gauge.
NOTES:
5" (12.5cm) tall by 7" (18cm) long
1. The spots on Zuzu are worked
same stitch back onto the
in intarsia,
YARN
1 skein each of Karabella
Aurora 8, 100%
Yarns
superfine
merino wool, 13/4oz (50g), 98 yd

(89m) in #1148 Black (A), #1350
White (B), and #5 Red (C),
using a different
ball of yarn for each color
picking up wrap and working

together

holes.
the nose.
ABBREVIATIONS
K7f&b:
obtain gauge
but before removing
Stitch holders
left-hand
Bobbins
it from the
Yarn needle
Polyester fiber filling
Remove the stitch from the left-
Scraps of yarn for face
hand needle-1
embroidery
GAUGE
stitch
stitch by
each color.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

needle. On the next
row, work wrapped
change. Wind bobbins for
3. Short rows are used to shape
medium
right-hand
stitch increased.
left-hand
with the stitch on the

needle.
'~
LEFT SIDE
~ront Leg
Row 12 Klf&b, knit to last stitch,

klf&b-31 stitches.
Row 13 Purl.
Row 1 Purl.
kIf&b-33
Row 2 Klf&b, k3, klf&b-
Row 15 Purl.
stitches.
7 stitches.
Row 16 K1,ssk, knit across-
Row3 Purl.
32 stitches.
Row 4 Knit.
Row 17 Purl.
Row 5 Purl.
Row 18 K1,ssk, knit across-
Row 6 Klf&b, kS, kIf&b-
31 stitches.
9 stitches.
Row 19 Purl.
Row 7 Purl.
Cut yarn, leaving a 4" (lOcm) tail.
Back
9 0
Row 20 K1,ssk, knit acrossRow 21 Purl.

Row 22 Knit.
sttcn=
Ba
e
Row 24 Knit.
Row 2 Klf&b, k3, kIf&b-
Ro'
Bind off. The edge with less
shaping is the neck edge.
Ro.
1f&oRo
7 stitches.
Row 3 Purl.
RIGHT SIDE
Back
Row 5 Purl.
9 stitches.
Row 7 Purl.
Join for Boely

Row 8 Knit 9 stitches, cast on
9 stitches, knit 9 stitches from
r=ront Leg stitch holder-27
stitches.
Row 9 Purl.
Leg
Row 1 Purl.
Ro
1f&b-:=
Ro
Ro
Row 3 Purl.
k2~
Row 4 Knit.
Ro
Row 5 Purl.
Ro
Row 6 Klf&b, kS, klf&b-
k2'OS
9 stitches.
Ro
Row 7 Purl.
Cut yarn, leaving a 4" (lOcm) tail.
klf&b-29
Row 11Purl.
Ro.
7 stitches.

stitches.
Ro
1f&3-
Row 4 Knit.
Row 6 Klf&b, kS, klf&b-
KNITTER
Row 23 Purl.
Leg
Row 1 Purl.
THE EXPECTANT
--
30 stitches.
104
7_
-~
Ro
k2'
Ro 2
Ro 2
I=ront Leg
Row 23 Purl.
With A. cast on 5 stitches.
Row 24 Knit.
Row 1 Purl.
Bind off. The edge with less
shaping is the neck edge.
7 stitches.
Row 3 Purl.
BELLY
Row 4 Knit.
With B, cast on 3 stitches.
Row 5 Purl.
Row 1 Purl.
Row 6 Klf&b, k5, klf&b9 stitches.
Row 2 Klf&b, kl, klf&b5 stitches.
Row 7 Purl.
Row 3 Purl.
Row 4 Knit.
Join for Body

Row 8 K9 stitches, cast on 9
stitches, knit 9 stitches from
Back Leg stitch holder-27
stitches.
stitches.
Row 11Purl.
Row 13 Purl
stitches.
Row 15 Purl.
Row 16 Knit to last 3 stitches,
k2tog, kl-32 stitches.
Row 17 Purl.
k2tog, kl-31 stitches.

Row 19 Purl.
stitches.
Row 12 Knit.
Row 13 Purl.
Row 14 Cast on 8 stitches, knit
across-17 stitches.
Row 15 Cast on 8 stitches, purl
across-25 stitches.
Row 16 Knit.
Row 17 Purl.
Row 19 Purl.
Row 20 Knit.
Row 21 Purl.
Row 22 Knit.
klf&b-9
Row 18 Knit.
Row 21 Purl.

Row 11Purl.
klf&b-31 stitches.
k2tog, kl-30
stitches.
Row 7 Purl.
Row 9 Purl.
klf&b-33

klf&b-7
Row 8 Knit.
Row 9 Purl.
klf&b-29
Row 5 Purl.
stitches.
Row 22 Bind off 7 stitches, knit to

end-18 stitches.
Row 23 Bind off 7 stitches, purl
to end-ll
stitches.
Second Trimester
105
Row 24 K7 with B, knit 4 with A.
Bind off. The bound-off edge is
Row 25 P4 with A, purl 7 with B.
the neck edge.

Row 27 P5 with A , purl 6 with B.
NECK
Sew the 2 sides together along
Row 29 P2 with A. purl 9 with B.
the straight. back edge, leaving
the last 1V2" (4cm) unsewn for
neck.
Row 32 Cast on 8 stitches with

B, knit 8 with B, knit 3 with A19 stitches.
Row 33 Cast on 8 stitches with
A, knit 3 with A. knit 16 with B-
With right side facing and C,

pick up and knit 14 stitches at
neck.
Knit for 4 rows. Bind off.
27 stitches.
FRONT OF HEAD
Row 1 With A, cast on 5 stitches.
Row 2 Purl.
Row 37 P12with A, purl15 with B.
klf&b-7
Row 39 P12with A. knit 15 with B.
Row 4 Purl.
Row 40 Bind off 8 stitches, knit
7 with B, knit 12 with A.
klf&b-9
stitches.
Row 41 Bind off 8 stitches, purl
Row 6 Purl.
4 with A. purl 7 with B-11 stitches.
Row 42 Kl, ssk, knit 4 with B, k1,
kIf&b-ll
k2tog, k1with A-9 stitches.
Row 8 Purl.
stitches.
106
TI-IE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
. --=5..=:-
stitches.
Row 44 Kl, ssk, knit 3 stitches
NOSE
with B, k2tog, k1with A-
Row 9 K7, wrap and turn.
7 stitches.
P3, wrap and turn.
Row 45 P2 with A. purl 5 with B.
K4, wrap and turn.
Row 46 With B, kl, ssk, kl, k2tog,
P5, wrap and turn.
kl-5 stitches.
K6, wrap and turn.
Row 47 Purl with B.
P7, wrap and turn.
Row 48 With B, kl, slip 1stitch,
K9, wrap and turn.
k2tog, pass slipped stitch over,
Purl to end-ll
stitches.
kl-3 stitches.
Row 10 K3 with A. knit 8 with B.
Row 49 Purl.
Row 11 P8 with B, purl 3 with A.
-.
--
Row 12 With A, k1,k2tog, k2, with
EARS (MAKE 2)
B, k3, k2tog, kl-9 stitches.

Row 14 With A, k1,k2tog, k2, with
B, kl, k2tog, kl-7 stitches.
Row 16 With A, kl, k2tog, kl, with
B, k2tog, kl-5 stitches.
Row 1 Purl.
Row 2 K1,ssk, k1, k2tog, k15 stitches.
Row 3 Purl.
Row 4 Knit.
Row 5 Purl.
Row 6 K1,slip 1 stitch, k2tog, pass
Bind off.
slipped stitch over, kl-3 stitches.
BACK OF HEAD
Row 7 Purl.
Row 1 With A, cast on 5 stitches.
Row 8 Slip 1 stitch, k2tog, pass
Row 2 Purl.
slipped stitch over. Fasten off.

k1f&b-7 stitches.
TAIL
Row 4 Purl.
Bind off.
klf&b-9
stitches.
Row 6 Purl.
FINISHING
Fit Belly into sewn Body pieces
kIf&b-11 stitches.
and sew together, leaving a
Rows 8-18 Work in stockinette
small opening for stuffing. Stuff
stitch.
Body, and sew opening closed.
Row 19 K1,k2tog, knit to last
Sew l-leod pieces together,
3 stitches, k2tog, k1-9 stitches.
leaving the neck edge open for
Row 20 Purl.
stuffing. Stuff l-leod, and sew to
Row 21 K1,k2tog, knit to last
the neck edge of Body. Sew cast-
3 stitches, k2tog, k1-7 stitches.
on edge of each !;:ar onto l-lecd.
Row 22 Purl.
Sew Tail to Body.
Row 23 K1,k2tog, k1,k2tog, k15 stitches.

Bind off.
Using scraps of yarn, embroider

the eyes and nose onto the
l-leod. Weave in ends.
Second Trimester
107
So
IS
e ,~
can
WI
kni
s
s ZES
0-6 r.;
18m -:
Waist.:
(41
=~
lsei.-t
C
----9
3V2c=
;;4400
;;420L'
"'6402
EE
U
US .
DIAPER COVERS
So many diaper options. Whatever
is essential.
you choose, a fashionable
diaper cover
Because knitting a diaper cover is as easy as knitting a hat, you
can knit up one for every day of the week. Select yarns and fibers to coordinate
with your baby's wardrobe.
The diaper covers have an old-fashioned
look, but
knit in bright colors, they will be ultra-fashionable.

SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
Intermediate
right-hand
Then place the left-hand
SIZES
0-6
from the left-hand
stitch using
needle to the
needle as if to knit.
needle
into these 2 stitches through
larger needles
the
front loops and, using your right-
months (12 months,

hand needle, which is now in the
to obtain correct
gauge.
back loops of these stitches, knit
Waist: 16 (l7V2, 18V2, 20V2)"
them together.
NOTES
1. Diaper covers are knit in the
(41 [44.5,47,
521cm)
round from the waist down.
M7R:
Find the horizontal
between
bar
the last completed
YARN
fullness to the Back.
1 skein of O-Wool
certified
organic
Classic, 100%
merino wool,
3V2 oz (100g), 198 yd (181m) in
ABBREVIATIONS
K2tog: (An easy right-slanting
#4400
Sumac, #2300
Sky,
decrease.)
#4202 Thistle, #4302

#6402
Saffron,
Knit the next 2
Willow, or
16 medium
stitches together
through
the
front loops at the same time.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
Ssk: (A slightly more advanced
US size 4 (3.5mm) double-
decrease
pointed
knitting
needles
US size 6 (4mm) doublepointed
knitting
needles, or

Stitch markers
that slants left. Worked
with the K2tog, it will produce

mirrored
decrease
your garments
professional.)
that will make
look very
Slip the next
2 stitches individually
Stitch holders
Yarn needle
Second
Trimester
109
stitch on the right-hand
needle
and the next stitch on the left-
not to twist stitches; place

marker for beginning
of round.
hand needle. Using the left-hand

needle, pick up the horizontal
bar by inserting
the left-hand
needle from front to back. Knit
Round 1 *Kl, pl. repeat from *

around for waist ribbing.
Repeat Round 1 until rib
measures lV4" (3cm).
the raised bar through
the back
4)
IN OU
laund
he wa:
not me
loop. (Hint, If you have a hole,
Next Round Change to larger
Where
you may have knit the raised bar
needles, k36 (40, 42, 46), place
cloth
through
marker, knit around.
the front loop.)
MIL: i=ind the horizontal
stitch on the right-hand
needle
and the next stitch on the lefthand needle. Using the left-hand
Yo
Dispos
bar
between the last completed
landfi
K23 (25, 26, 28) stitches, wrap
studies
and turn.
on wert
P10 stitches, wrap and turn.
wWW.rE
K14 (14, 16, 16) stitches, wrap and
diape.
If
turn.
bar by inserting
the left-hand
needle from back to front. Knit

the raised bar through

through
the back loop.)
SWORT ROWS

yarn around slipped stitch, and
/.
P18 (18, 22, 22) stitches, wrap
run to
and turn.
abou
abou
the front
loop. (!-lint: If you have a hole,
and turn.
its we'g
recorn
sink
.-
and turn.
same
Cove-s,
and turn.
Mark this last round for
right-hand
measuring
needle. On the next
together
left-hand
later.
stitch by

needle.
Work all stitches in stockinette

stitch in the round until the
garment
measures 2 (2V2, 3, 3)"
(5 [6.5, 7.5, 7.51cm) from the
DIAPER COVER
Cast on 72 (80, 84, 92) stitches
lacking marker. Note that the

back of the soaker will be longer
than the front due to the short
using the smaller needle. Join to

work in the round being careful
110
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
and turn.
slip same stitch back onto the
round, work wrapped
row shaping.
4) 000 D iapow
IN OUR
HOUSE, CHORES ARE DIVIDED
FAIRLY:
laundry, and we share food preparation.
Alan is in charge of trash and sanitation, I handle
So, diapers fell clearly under Alan's responsibility. And
he was worried about them! What about a Diaper Genie? Alan sadly learned that the Genie did
not magically dispose of diapers. How many will we use hourly, daily, weekly, monthly-annually?
Where will all those dirty diapers go? Should we consider other options? I think he considered
cloth diapers only so that disposal issues turned into laundry issues-my chore.
You can expect to change between 4,000
and 5,000
diapers over baby's first three years.
Disposables have to go somewhere. Approximately 18 billion disposable diapers end up in U.S.

landfills each year (calculations by Donella H. Meadows, adjunct professor of environmental
studies at Dartmouth College). Cloth diapers, on the other hand, can be costly and put a strain
on water resources. Here are a couple of websites to visit as you explore your diapering options:
www.realdiaperassociation.org/diaperfacts.php
and www.parentingbynature.com/cloth_
diapersJopJO.php
If you choose cloth diapers, there is a costly initial investment, but at least you won't have to
run to the grocery store at 11pm because you just ron out of diapers. I=ornewborns, you need
about 10 diapers per day, so purchase at least three days' worth of diapers. You'll also need
about 5-7 diaper covers.
The Diaper Covers on page 108 are an excellent choice. Wool can absorb up to one-third of
its weight in moisture. Wool also is antibacterial,
so if the covers get wet, just let them air dry. I
recommend washing your soakers weekly. Re-Ianolize them if they start to leak. Simply fill the
sink with cold water and dissolve 1teaspoon of pure lanolin (if you breastfeed,
you can use the
same lanolin cream that you use to soothe cracked nipples) in the water. Soak the Diaper
Covers, inside out, for 15 minutes, then air dry.
III
Shape I-lips
stitches remain. Cut yarn,
Increase Round Slip marker, "kl,
leaving approximately 6" (15cm)
M1R,knit to 1stitch before next
for grafting.
marker, M1L, kl, slip marker;

repeat from * around-76 (84,
Grafting Front and Back
88,96) stitches; 4 stitches
Stitches
increased.
Slip remaining stitches of the
Work 3 (4, 5,5) rounds even.

Repeat the last 4 (5, 6, 6) rounds
Front and Back to separate

larger needles. Hold needles with
wrong sides facing each other.
2 (2, 2, 1) more times-84 (92, 96,

100) stitches.

2. Set up stitches; put the yarn
Divide for Leg Openings

Back
Knit to marker and turn.

the front knitting needle as if
through. Next, pull the yarn
Purl to marker and slip unworked
needle through the first stitch
42 (46, 48, 50) stitches to a
on the rear knitting needle as
stitch holder.
if to knit.
Decrease Row With right side

facing, k1,ssk, knit to last

knitting needle again as if to
knit and slip the stitch off the
Continue to decrease every
knitting needle. Next, pull the
right-side row until 12(14,12,14)
yarn needle through the
stitches remain. Place remaining
second stitch on the front
stitches on a stitch holder.
knitting needle as if to purl,

Front
LegE
42 (46, 48, 50) stitches from the
Using
holder and turn.
knitting needle as if to purl
Purll row.
112 THE EXPECTA .T K .ITTER
knitting needle.
With right side facing, knit the
ni '-:11
40(. _'
knitting needle. Next, pull the
one 1<= t
even"
Decrease Row With right side
yarn needle through the
facing, k1,ssk, knit to last
knitting needle as if to knit.
Continue to decrease every
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to the end
right-side row until 12(14,12,14)
of the row.
beinc :::l
beg- --
Leg Edgings
Round 1 *Kl, p1; repeat from *
Using smaller double-pointed
around for ribbing.
knitting
needles, pick up and knit
40 (44, 46, 50) stitches around
Repeat Round 1 until ribbing

measures 1V4" (3cm).
one leg opening. Divide stitches

evenly among needles. Join
Bind off loosely.
stitches to work in the round,

Repeat for second leg opening.
being careful not to twist
stitches; place marker for
beginning
FINISHING
of round.
Second Trimester
113
LEG WARMERS
Crawling. Climbing. Running. Once babies get the hang of crawling, they are
always on the move. These leg warmers, which will protect pudgy knees as your
baby starts to explore, are a snap to knit-and
they even make 2 a.m. diaper
changes easier. Big sister may even steal them for arm warmers when she sees
the rainbow of colors. With the extra yarn, knit a second pair just for her!
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
~asy
SIZES
0-6 months (12months, 18-24
months)

bar by inserting the left-hand

the raised bar through the front
S (6, 7)"
(12.S[lS, 18]cm)
Upper Leg Circumference:
6V2
(7V2, 8V2)" (16.5 [19,21.5]cm)

Length: 10 (12,isr (2S.5 [30.5,
38]cm)
NOTE
The Leg Warmers are knit in the
round from the ankle up.
loop. (!-lint: If you have a hole,

through the back loop.)
ABBREVIATIONS
M7R: f=indthe horizontal bar
stitch on the right-hand needle
and the next stitch on the lefthand needle. Using the left-hand
YARN
1 ball each of Karabella Yarns
Aurora 4, 100% super fine
merino wool, 1314oz (SOg), 197 yd
(180m) in #11Red (A), #4
Tangerine (8), #8171Yellow (C),
#16 Jade (D), #22 Periwinkle (~),
18 super fine
and #17 Royal (f=),

the raised bar through the back
loop. (l-llnt. If you have a hole,
through the front loop)
MIL: f=indthe horizontal bar
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
US size 2 (2.7Smm) double-
pointed knitting needles, or

Stitch markers
Yarn needle
Second
Trimester
115
LEG WARMERS
Change to A and knit 7 (8, 11)
With A, cast on 36 (42, 50)
rounds.
stitches. Join to work in the
Repeat Increase Round-42 (48, 56)
round, being careful not to twist
stitches.

the beginning of the round.
ribbing.
he
Change to C and knit 6 (7, 10)

rounds.
Repeat round 1for a total of
Repeat Increase Round-44
7 (10, 12) rounds.
stitches.
stitch and knit 8 (9, 12) rounds.

Change to C and knit 8 (9, 12)
rounds.
Change to ~ ond knit 4 (5, 8)

rounds.
Repeat Increase Round-46 (52, 60)
Change to D and knit 5 (6, 9)
stitches.
Knit 3 rounds.
Increase Round Kl, Ml R, knit to

last stitch, M1L, kl-38 (44, 52)
stitches.
Knit 2 rounds.
Change to
r and
rounds.
knit 3 (4, 7)
rounds.
Repeat Increase Round-40
54) stitches.
Knit 4 rounds.
(46,
8egi
SIZE
One size
20"(5
knit 8 (9, 12)
long
rounds.
Next Round *Kl, pl. repeat

from *.
Continue in ribbing for 6 (9, 11)more
r and
that vc
Flt-::S
Change to A and knit 1 round.
Change to ~ and knit 8 (9, 12)
pcun:e
SK
Change D and knit 8 (9, 12) rounds.
rounds.
Change to
(50, 58)
Knit 1 round.
Change to B and stockinette
Du
Change to B and knit 8 (9, 12)

rounds.
Round 1 *Kl, pl. repeat from * for
rounds.
Bind off.
YAR
4 skeins
100%
1-
oz (50
Tan/Bet .
NEE
" USsm
FINISHING
knitti
to ac
size ns
USsm
hoo
Ya
GAUGE
24 sti
(20cm)"
Adjust m
obtain
116
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
CI
SI-IAWL SWEATER
During your pregnancy,
don't forget to pamper yourself! Surround yourself
with luxury. This item is perfect
to pack in your hospital bag. It will ward off
the hospital chills as well as swathe a nursing baby. Knit in the softest handpainted cashmere,
this wrap is a dream to knit. Its luxurious nature means
that you'll delight in it long after the baby is out of diapers.

SKILL LEVEL
NOTES
RIB PATTERN
Beginner
1. The Shawl Sweater is knit
back and forth in rows on a
SIZE
circular
One size fits most.
accommodate
to end.
needle to
Row 2 P4, *k2, p4; repeat from *
the large
to end.
number of stitches.
2. !;:very pregnant
belly is unique,
20" (5lcm) wide by 65" (l65cm)
and this shawl is easy to size
long
up or down. To enlarge
SHAWL SWEATER
Cast on 124 stitches. Work in Rib
it,
Pattern
until the piece measures
add a few inches (centime22W' (57cm) from the beginning,
YARN
ters) between the armholes.

4 skeins of Art yarns Cashmere

100%
2-stranded
2,
cashmere, ]3/4
few inches (centimeters).
oz (50g), 255 yd (233m) in #CS137
Just remember, if you make
Tan/Beige,
it larger, you may need
light
row.
To shrink it, take away a
more yarn.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

knitting
needle, long enough
to accommodate
stitches, or

US size 1-1-8(5mm) crochet
E-LOOP CAST-ON
METHOD
Wrap the yarn around the
outside of your left thumb and
insert your needle into the
hook
wrapped
Yarn needle
Transfer this loop from your
loop as if to knit.
thumb to the right-hand
needle.
GAUGE
(20cm)
in Rib Pattern

obtain correct
gauge.
Second
Trimester
117
-:
,/
Shape Armhole
48 stitches over bound-off
Bind-Off Row With right side
stitches of previous row, work in
facing, work in Rib Pattern for
pattern
to end.
30 stitches, bind off 48 stitches,

Continue
work across.
in Rib Pattern
until the
piece measures 65" (l65cm)

Cast-On
from
Row Work in Rib Patthe beginning.
Bind off stitches in
tern for 46 stitches, cast on

pattern.
48 stitches over bound-off
stitches of previous row, work
in pattern
Continue
to end.
in Rib Pattern
until the
FINISHING
Edging
piece measures 20" (Slcrn) from

the armhole.
crochet
hook, join yarn at lower
armhole. Single crochet
Shape Second Armhole

Bind-Off Row With right side
evenly
around the armhole; slip stitch to

first stitch to join. Repeat on
second armhole.
facing, work in Rib Pattern for

30 stitches, bind off 48 stitches,
Weave in ends. Block the entire
work across.
piece lightly to soften the Rib
Cast-On
Pattern.
Row Work in Rib
Pattern for 46 stitches, cast on
I\
.:
118
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
T 'he
hree
fair. ~
due (
WOrSi
tun
swell
kni
ham
10 s I
an
a
an
thro
rnoc
proJ
are
as)
THE LAST THREEMONTHSOF YOUR PREGNANCYcan feel like

the longest three months of your life. Conversely, the first
three months of your baby's life will be the shortest. It's just not
fair. By the end of the next three months, you'll tire of telling people your
due date. A good night's sleep may be difficult. Shoes may not fit. And
worst of all, you can develop a pregnancy-related
form of carpal
tunnel syndrome. During my first pregnancy, because of mild

swelling and carpal tunnel syndrome, I found it difficult to
knit. While I carried Cole, I took care to massage my
hands and wrists, elevate my hands at night, and drink
lots of water to prevent this syndrome. Be sure to mention
any pain and excessive swelling to your doctor. ~dema is
a normal part of pregnancy, but excessive swelling can be
an early indicator of preeclampsia.
This chapter offers tips and knitting projects to help you
through the final months. Most of these projects are simply
made with garter or stockinette stitch. These smaller
projects-cotton
wash cloths, socks, hats, and a bib-
are quick, easy knits and perfect distractions

as you near the big day.
121
WEEKLY
PLANNER
B
This
and
(Zveek
28:
Baby is now about 2 pounds. She will gain about another
weeks as she prepares
CZL'ee4
7eek
5-7 pounds in the coming
S4
boti!
for her birthday.

SKIL
29:
The time is right to develop your birth plan.
Begin
30:
Consider preregistering
FINIS .
at the hospital. It will save time when baby decides the
12"(30.
time to come is 4 a.m.
long
70ee4 31:
Is the nursery ready? Get the necessary
gear and knit your Baby Essentials Kit

YAR
(opposite page).
1 skein (
(lveek 32:
just a few lines:
Sing to your baby. l-low about Doozer's Knitting Song from I=raggle Rock? !-Iere are
"It's neat and it's sweet.
yd (13li
It's a ding dong treat,
Pean ~
knittin' socks for little feet.

Just sittin' with your knittin' all day long."
NEED
Swollen feet? Kick off the shoes, grab a knitting project, and relax with your feet up.
CZUeek 34:
Talk with your other children-and
beautiful sweaters
that you've made for them.
CZVee4 35:
7veek 36:
Cotto
cotto
pets-about
the baby's arrival. Show off the
us ,,'
ne
ob
Yam
1 yd(
(14
Bouncing baby? Your baby may be having her first bout of hiccups.
Se '.
three
!=eeling bloated?
Mild swelling is a natural part of pregnancy.
Call your doctor is
you have severe or sudden bloating, as it may be an indicator of preeclampsia.
GAUG
CZ,Ueek37:
16 stit
Pack your bags. Be sure to include your cashmere
Shawl Sweater, the Take-Me-
(10cm)
!-Iome Swaddle Blanket, and your favorite knitted garment.

Adjust
7veek 38:
dilated-a
the doctor will probably check to see if you have
good sign that the baby will be on her way soon. Ask again who to call when you go into labor.
7,.{)eel. 3;;:
-iceek
At your weekly doctor's appointment,
40:
Support is essential. The time is right to shop for a good nursing bra.
Your water broke! Don't worry if it happens at the bus stop, while shopping at the
mall, or at bedtime. Call your doctor, and head to the hospital.
to ob
I
OJ
ESSE
Cast
stockim
BABY ESSENTIALS KIT

This washable
cotton case, filled with a baby's comb, clippers, thermometer,
and scissors, is a must-have.

bottles in any fashionable
SKlLL LEVEL
Rolled up, it fits perfectly
between
the diapers and
diaper bag.
measures 4" (JOcm) from the
beginning,
Beginner
ending with a right-
side row.
12" (30.Scm)
wide by 8" (20.5cm)
Knit 1 row on the wrong side for

turning
long
row.
Continue
YARN
in stockinette
stitch
.r
_12e.
i':!
:"100 JI
until the piece measures 12"
1 skein of Blue Sky Alpacas

Cotton,
100%
cotton,
31/2 oz (100g),
organically
Dyed
grown
J'
~~60""1'
from the beginning.
Bind off.
lS0
yd (137m) in #S631 Circus

Peanut,
(30.5cm)
a~80
II medium
FINISHING
With wrong sides together,
fold
the 4" (10cm) section along the
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

US size 8 (Smm) knitting
obtain
gauge
turning
row. Sew right-side
edge
closed. Cut two lengths of

ribbon, each lS" (38cm) long.
Insert one end of each ribbon
Yarn needle
piece in the left side seam and
1 yd (Irn) twill ribbon, 9/16"

(14mm) wide
sew side closed, catching
ribbon
ends securely. Divide pocket
Sewing needle and matching

thread
made into 3 sections, each 2"

(Scrn) wide, and 2 sections, each
3" (7.Scm). With sewing needle
GAUGE
(JOcm) in stockinette
stitch
and thread, sew through
both
layers of pocket to sew sections

closed. These sections will form
pockets to carryall
to obtain correct
essentials.
gauge.
ESSENTIALS KIT
your
Cast on SO stitches. Work in

stockinette
stitch until the piece
Third Trimester
123
Te-
be
he
mo
5
Begi
FI - !
10"(2
long
15 eiI
Or9
co
0/
(137
;;85.
15 ell
Dyea
gro ,
150
and ;;
NEE"
us
obi
VOl
WASI-I CLOTI-IS
There is nothing sweeter than the smell of a freshly bathed baby. Bath time can
be a quiet time just before getting ready for bed. Knit in the supplest cotton,
these hand-crafted
moments
wash cloths only accentuate
between
one of the most intimate
baby and parent. I bet you'll knit a few for yourself, too.
SKILL LEVEL
GAUGE
VERSION 2
Beginner
With C or D, cast on 39 stitches.
stitch
Knit every row until the piece
measures 8" (20.5cm)
to obtain
beginning.
from the
10" (25.5cm) wide by 8" (20.5cm)

correct
gauge.
Bind off.
long
YARN
VERSION 1
FINISHING
With A or B, cast on 39 stitches.
Weave in ends.

Organic
Cotton,
100%
cotton, 31/2 oz (100g),
organic
150 yd
(137m) in #80 Bone (A) and

#85 Willow
(C),
medium
Row 1 *K3, p3; repeat
from *
across, end k3.

Repeat row 1 until the piece
measures 8" (20.5cm)
beginning.
from the
Bind off.

Dyed Cotton,
100%
organically
grown cotton, 31/2 oz (100g),

150 yd (137m) in #606 Shell (B)
and #616 Sky (D),
II medium
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

obtain
gauge
Yarn needle
Third Trimester
125
Ba
sup
FI
rOt
v.
1 s ei
Orgc
co zc
(137
NEE
Oll
s
Yo
GA
16 sa
(10a
Adju
ob
BIB
CaSl
Knit
Nexl
to 10
BABY BIB
Baby's breath smells so sweet, but spittle is another story. The Baby Bib is a
super-quick
knit, so make a few extras to catch the unavoidable
spit-up.
SKILL LEVEL
Next Row K2, purl to last
3. Knit 5 stitches.
Beginner
2 stitches, k2.
4. Bind off the last knit stitch.

5. Slip these 4 stitches from the
Repeat the last 2 rows until

right-hand
needle back to the
28 stitches.
7" (18 ern) wide by 7W' (19cm) long
left-hand
Continue
working
needle.
in stockinette
Repeat steps 3-5 until the Bib
YARN
stitch, keeping first and last
2 stitches in garter
stitches are completely

Organic
Cotton,
100%
cotton, 31/2 oz (100g),

(l37m) in #80 Bone,
organic
150 yd
medium
piece measures 5" (l2.5cm)

the beginning,
wrong-side
from
ending with a
row.
Continue
working
stitch for 12" (30.5cm)
Next Row (Right Side) K2, ssk, knit

to last 4 stitches, k2tog, k2.
FINISHING

Weave in ends.
2 stitches, k2.
obtain gauge
US size 8 (5mm) double-pointed
knitting

22 stitches
needles
remain. Place these
stitches on a stitch holder.
Stitch holders
Yarn needle
TIE
GAUGE
With double-pointed
needle, cast
on 4 stitches. Work stockinette
(lOcm) in stockinette
stitch until the Tie measures 12"
stitch
(30.5cm)
from the beginning.

obtain correct
gauge.
BIB
the remaining
4 stitches of the Tie in stockinette
off.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
bound off.
stitch, until the
EDGING
Slip the Bib stitches from a stitch
holder onto an extra needle.
Cast on 20 stitches.
1. Knit 4 stitches from the Tie.
Knit 2 rows.
2. Slip these 4 stitches onto the
Next Row (Right Side) K2, M1, knit
beginning
of the extra needle
to last 2 stitches, M1, k2.
holding the Bib stitches.
more. Bind
PL
WIT
the n
items
storcg
This is
Co
Strc
01
Sli
Cr
DOo
5 C
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4
4
35
k
2 2-3
2-3
2 De
t e
WITH ONLYWEEKSTO GO, PREPARATIONS

SHOULDBE IN FULLFORCE. SO let's get to work on
the nursery and the essential baby gear. Pick up any baby magazine and discover the 500
items that they believe you will desperately
need. We live in a Victorian row house with limited
storage space. Everything that enters the house must be necessary (except yarn, of course!).
This is the philosophy I used when selecting gear for Nora and Cole. My essentials list included
Car seat
Stroller (preferably one that converts from a bassinette
for newborns to a seated stroller for
older kids)
Sling or other baby carrier
Crib with mattress cover and 2 sheets
Diapers
5-7 diaper covers (see page 108 for a pattern suggestion)

Cotton wash cloths (See page 124 for a pattern suggestion.)
Cotton balls (Conventional baby wipes can be too harsh for newborn skin.)
4 kimono tops (These are best to use until the umbilical cord falls off.)
4 pairs of pants, some of which can be knitted (See page 70 for a pattern suggestion.)
3 sleepers (Open dresses make for easier overnight diaper changes. Also try onesies and
knitted leg warmers for cool-weather
babies; see page 114 for a pattern suggestion.)
2-4 blankets
2-3 cardigans
2-3 hats
2-4 pairs of socks
Personal-care
thermometer
kit that includes scissors, nail clippers, a soft hair brush, and a rectal
(knit the one on page 123.)
I suggest knitting as many of these items as possible. I found it so fulfilling that the items I
used every day were extra special because I had taken time to knit them. Yes, I still go the store
to buy baby pajamas. But as a crafter, I think twice before I buy a garment.
129
Ten:
Qeli_
then
this
kni
tha
reac
SK
lnte
SIZE:
0-6
24 me:
FI
Ankle
(10
r.
Foo
VA.
1 skee
Shep
super
200
RI"
NEE
po
S
Va
BABY SOCKS
Ten toes, ten fingers-the
first things we count when we meet our new baby.
Relish the simple beauty of a baby's ten little toes, but when it gets cold, warm
them up with soft knitted socks. Knit in sportweight
yarn and US size 5 needles,
this project fits into any purse so you can bring them to the doctor's office and
knit as you wait. I did this during my many doctor appointments
that I could knit a single sock in about 45 minutes. Challenge
and learned
yourself, and be
ready with socks for baby's first year.

GAUGE
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
(IOcm) in stockinette
needle.
stitch
CUFF
SIZES
0-6
Cast on 24 (30, 36) stitches and
months (12-18 months, 18to obtain correct
gauge.
divide evenly among needles.
24 months)
NOTES
careful not to twist the stitches;
1. The Baby Socks are is worked
4 (5, 6)"
in the round on double-
(10 [12.5, 15]cm)

pointed
Foot Length: 2314 (3V2, 4V4)"

(7 [9, 10.5]cm)
knitting
needles from
the cuff to the toe.

2. Short rows are used to create
the heel.
YARN
3. The toe stitches are grafted
1 skein of Lorna's Laces

Shepherd
superwash
200
together.
Sport, 100%
wool,
2V2
oz (74g),
yd (l83m) in !-lappy Valley,
SHORT ROWS
(alight
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

knitting
Stitch marker
needles.
same stitch back onto the righthand needle. On the next row,
work wrapped
stitch by picking
up wrap and working
together
Yarn needle
Third Trimester
131
~or 0-6 Months Size Only

Begin working from row 12,
below.
~or
12-18
Months ancl18-24
Months Sizes Only
.:::- ..
Row 10 P -(7, 10), wrap and turn

Row 11K -(6, 9), wrap and turn.
~or All Sizes

Row 12 P5 (5, 8), wrap and turn.
Ro
Row 14 P7, (7, 10), wrap and turn.
k2.0-
Row 15 K8 (8, 11),wrap and turn.

of the round.
Row 17 Kl0 (10, 13), wrap and

turn.
Round 1 *Kl, pl, repeat from

around.
Repeat round 1for 4 more
Row 19 K12 (12, 15), wrap and
Gra
turn.
Di

Row 3 Kll (14,17), wrap and turn.
Row 4 Pl0 (13,16),wrap and turn.
Row 5 K9 (12, 15), wrap and turn.
Row 6 P8 (11,14), wrap and turn.
Row 9 K5 (8, 11),wrap and turn.
132 THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
ne
Begin working from row 23,

1. I ~
below.
2. Se:
~or
'c=
bet
(4 [5, o.Sjcm) from the beginning.
WEEL
Repea
re
For 0-6 Months Size Only

the cuff measures lV2 (2, 2V2)"
Ro
Row 18 P11(11,14),wrap and turn.
rounds.
OE
12-18
Months ancl18-24
Months Sizes Only

Row 20 Purl -(13,16), wrap and
nef
the
tOI
turn.
Row 21 Knit -(14, 17), wrap and
turn.
Row 22 Purl -(15,18), wrap and
turn.
neE
on
For All Sizes
FINISWING
Row 23 Place marker for
Weave in ends.
beginning
knitting
Lightly block.
of round, k12 (15, 18),
needle again as if to
place marker, knit remaining
knit, and slip the stitch off the
stitches.
knitting
needle. Next. pull yarn
needle through
Work in stockinette
the second
stitch in the
round on all the stitches until

sock measures 1V2 (2, 21h)"

(4 [5 6.5}cm) from tip of heel.

needle.
TOE
Round 1 *Kl, ssk, knit to marker,

knitting
k2tog, kl. repeat from * around.

Round 2 Knit.
knitting
needle. Next. pull the
Repeat last 2 rounds 4 (5, 6)

yarn needle through
more times-4
the
(6, 8) stitches
remain.
knitting
Graft Toe Stitches

Divide remaining
knitting
needle.
stitches
between 2 needles, and hold the
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until all
needles parallel
to each other.

2. Set up stitches: Put the yarn
the front knitting
needle as if

through.
Next, pull the yarn
needle through
the first stitch
needle as
if to knit.
Third Trimester
133
WINTER WONDERLAND WAT

Just like snowflakes,
no two babies are alike. This old-fashioned
keep your one-of-a-kind
kid warm in any winter wonderland.
hat, your friends will say that even your baby's accessories
helmet will
With this knitted

are unique.
SKILL LEVEL
K2tog: (An easy right-slanting
Intermediate
to obtain correct
decrease.)
SIZES
NOTES
0-6
1. The f-lat is knit back and forth
gauge.
Knit the next 2
stitches together
months (12 months, 18-24
in rows on a circular
months)
accommodate
/-lead Circumference:
14 (16, 18)"
through
the
fronts of the loops at the same
needle to
time.
K2tog tbl: (An easy left-slanting
the large
decrease.)
Insert the right-hand
number of stitches.
needle through
the backs of the
2. The f-lat Band is worked flat.

loops of the next 2 stitches at the
(35.5 [40.5, 45.5]cm)
Stitches are then picked up

same time and knit them
Snowflake
Diameter: 4 (5, 5314)"
along the long edges and are

together.
then incorporated
into three
(10 [12.5, 14.5]cm)
YARN
1 skein of Karabella
P3tog: Slip the right-hand
into the next 3 stitches as if to
Ties.
purl. Purl the stitches together.
needle
Yarns Boise,
50% cashmere, 50% merino

wool, 13/4oz (50g), 163 yd (149m)
in #59 Cream,
of the sides of a Medallion.

The f-lat is secured with Chin
II fine
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
ABBREVIATIONS
C2B: Slip next stitch to cable
needle and hold in back. Knit the
next stitch from the left-hand
needle. Return stitch from cable

needle to the left-hand
knitting
needle, long enough
to accommodate
needle
and purl it.
stitches, or
C2~: Slip next stitch to cable
Stitch markers
needle and hold in front. Knit the
Cable needle
Pom-pom maker
Yarn needle

needle and purl it.
GAUGE
stitch
Third Trimester
135
I-IATBAND
stockinette
ending
Work in
edg
turn
from * to last stitch, pl.
Row 6 Kl, *k2tog,
stitch for 16 rows,
with a wrong-side
Row 5 Pl, *pl, k2, p2, k3, p2, k2,

pl. repeat
row.
tbl,
C2J=, k2tog
C2B, kl, p3, kl,
repeat
Rov.
last stitch, kl-79

Decrease
Round (Right
Side) Kl,
Row
k2tog,
work to last 3 stitches,
repeat
k2tog
stitc
from * to
stitches.
on
Pl, *p2, kl, pl, k3, pl, kl, p2;

last
from * to last stitch, p l.
tbl, kl.
mar
Row 8 Kl, *k2tog,
Work 7 rows in stockinette
stitch.
pl, kl, p3, kl, pl,

mar
k2tog tbl, repeat
from * to last
whe
stitch,
kl-65
stitches.
Chi,

Row 9 Pl, 'pl,
18 stitches
remain.
stockinette
stitch
measures
Continue
in
Ro,"
kl, pl. repeat
until the piece
8 (9, 10V4)" (20.5
kl, pl, kl, pl, kl, pl,

from * to last stitch,
Ro,"
pl.
[23,
Ro
Row 10 Kl, *k2tog,
Zojcrn)
kl, pl, kl, pl,
from the beginning.
p2.
kl, k2tog tbl, repeat
from * to
las:
Bind off. Block piece flat.
last stitch, kl-51
stitches.
Ro
Row 11 Pl, *p2, kl, pl, kl, p2;
pl.
RIGI-IT SNOWFLAKE
repeat
from'
Ro
MEDALLION
pl, kl, pl,
Row 12 Kl, *k2tog,

k2tog tbl, repeat
0-6 Months Size Only

C2=
from * to last
las:
stitch, k1-37
stitches.
Do not turn.
Ro
Row 13 Pl, *pl, kl, pl, kl, pl.
With right side facing,
starting
rep-
at
repeat
the cast-on
row and ending
the bind-off
row, pick up and knit
from * to last stitch, pl.
at
kl,
Row 14 K1, 'k2tog,

repeat
61 stitches
to last stitch, pl.
from'
k2tog
tbl,
to last stitch, kl-
srn(
evenly along the side
edge of the l-lot Band. Do not
Ro
k2~c
23 stitches.
Ro
Row 15 Pl, *p3tog;
repeat
from'
turn. Cast on 19 stitchesto last stitch,
p1-9 stitches.
107 stitches.
Cut yarn, leaving
Row 1 K2, place a stitch
Thread
on the last stitch worked,
the tail through
kl, f
to
the
knit to
remaining
last 2 stitches,
a 6" (15cm) tail.
marker
stitches
I.
Ro
and pull tight
kl and place a
rep
to close. Knot to secure. Use

marker
on this stitch,
marked
stitches
kl. The
same tail to sew seam closed.
Ro"
will indicate
k2h
where to pick up stitches
for the
12
Chin Ties.
Row
Months Size Only
Knit.
With
Row 3 Knit.
right side facing,
the cast-on
Row 4 Kl, *k2tog,
tbl, repeat
136
at
at
from * to
68 stitches
last stitch, kl-93
starting
row and ending
p2, k2, p3, k2,

the bind-off
p2, k2tog
stitt
Do not turn.
stitches.
evenly along
the side
Ro
rep
Ro
k2b
edge of the f-lat Band. Do not
Row 15 Pl. 'p2. k1. p2; repeat
turn. Cast on 21 stitches-121
from * to last stitch. pl.
stitches.
Row 16 Kl, *k2tog. pl. k2tog tbl.

repeat
Row 1 K2. place a stitch marker

on the last stitch worked. knit to
last 2 stitches. kl and place a
from'
to last stitch. kl-
23 stitches.
Row 17 Pl. *p3tog; repeat
from
to last stitch. pl-9 stitches.
marker on this stitch. kl. The

marked stitches will indicate
Cut yarn. leaving a 6" (15cm) tail.
where to pick up stitches for the
Thread the tail through the
Chin Ties.
remaining
Row 2 Knit.
stitches and pull tight
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Kl. 'k2tog.
p2. k2. p5. k2.
p2. k2tog tbl, repeat

last stitch. kl-107
from'
to
stitches.
Do not turn.
Row 5 Pl. 'pl. k2. p2. k5. p2. k2.
With right side facing. starting
pl, repeat
the cast-on
from to last stitch. pl.
Row 6 Kl. 'k2tog.
C2B. kl. p5. kl.
C2i=. k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to
row and ending at
the bind-off row. pick up and knit

79 stitches evenly along the side
last stitch. kl-93 stitches.
Row 7 Pl. 'p2. kl. pl. k5. pl. kl. p2;
turn. Cast on 23 stitches-
repeat
149 stitches.
from'
to last stitch. pl.
Row 8 Kl. 'k2tog.
pl. kl. p5. kl. pl.
k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to last
stitch. kl-79 stitches.
from'
to last stitch. pl.
Row 10 Kl. *k2tog. kl. pl. kl. pl.

kl, pl. kl, k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to last stitch. k1-65 stitches.

Row 11 Pl. *p2. kl. pl. kl. pl. kl. p2;
repeat
from * to last stitch. p l.
Row 12 Kl, *k2tog. pl. kl, pl. kl, pl.

k2tog tbl, repeat
from * to last
stitch. k1-51 stitches.

Row 13 Pl. 'pl. kl. pl. kl. pl. kl. pl.
repeat
Row 14 Kl. *k2tog. kl. pl. kl.

k2tog tbl; repeat

last 2 stitches. kl and place a
Row 9 Pl. *pl. kl. pl. k5. pl. kl. pl.

repeat
at

Chin Ties.
Row 2 Knit.
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Kl. * k2tog. p2. k2. p2. kl.
p3. kl, p2. k2. p2. k2tog tbl,
repeat
from'
to last stitch. k1-
135 stitches.
Row 5 Pl. 'pl. k2. p2. k2. pl. k3.
pl. k2. p2. k2. pl. repeat
from * to
last stitch. pl.
from * to last
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7 L fYlJ1 da/ (l t}f
0
Row 6 Kl. 'k2tog.
C2B. kl. p2. kl.
Row 19 Pl. *pl. kl, pl, kl. pl.
As YOU WATCH YOUR BELLY
p3. kl. p2. kl. C2J=. k2tog tbl,
repeat
SWELL, take
repeat
Row 20 Kl. 'k2tog.
some
your hospital
time to get
bag ready.
is a short
checklist
organize
your hospital
Here
to help you
Shawl Sweater
117)
from'
121 stitches.
repeat
Row 7 Pl, 'p2. kl. pl. k2. pl, k3. pl.
23 stitches.
k2. pl. kl, p2; repeat
bag.
(page
from * to last stitch. k1-
from'
to
last stitch, pl.
to last stitch. pl.

k1. k2togtbl;
from * to last stitch. k1-
Row 21 Pl, 'p3tog;
repeat
from'
to last stitch. p 1-9 stitches.
Row 8 Kl. *k2tog. pl. kl, p2. kl,

Coming-home
outfits-for
p3. kl. p2, kl, pl, k2tog tbl, repeat
you and for baby

Comfy
from * to last stitch. kl-107
undies
Nursing
remaining
stitches.
Row 9 Pl. "pl, kl, pl. k2. p], k3. pl.
bras
At least three
k2, pl. kl, pl. repeat
newborn
from'
to last
stitch. p l.
diapers
Row 10 Kl, *k2tog. kl. pl. C2B,

Makeup

p3, C2J=. pl. kl, k2tog tbl; repeat

same tail and sew seam closed.
LEFT SNOWFLAKE
MEDALLION
Knitting
from * to last stitch. kl-93
Book to read
stitches.
Row 11 Pl, 'p2. kl, pl. k5, pl. kl.
With right side facing. starting
p2; repeat
pl.
the bind-off row and ending at
Journal
and pen
Camera
Phone
list
info
the hall closet
convenient.
inside
While
for Cole to
I used his nursery
as a
room and storeroom.
I put my hospital
sibling
it in
or the nursery-
we were waiting
knitting
kit (page
bag and a
92) for Nora
the doorway
could grab them

any time.
the cast-on
u. p2.
p2, kl, pl, k2tog tbl. repeat
Pack the bag and leave
arrive,
to last stitch.
Row 12 Kl. *k2tog. pl.
Insurance
somewhere
from'
so we
both at
kl.
from
Do not turn.

edge of the Hot Band. Do not
, to last stitch. k1-79 stitches.
turn. Cast on 27 stitches-l07
Row 13 Pl, 'pl. kl. pl. k2. pl, k2.
stitches.
pl. k], pl. repeat
from'
to last
stitch. pl.
Row 14 Kl. *k2tog. kl, p2. kl, p2.
k, k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to last

Row 15 Pl. 'p2, k2. pl. k2. p2;
repeat
Row 16 Kl, *k2tog. p2. kl. p2.

k2tog tbl; repeat
from * to last
at

last 2 stitches, kl and place a
repeat
from * to last stitch. p l.
Row 18 Kl, *k2tog, pl. kl. pl.

k2togtbl; repeat
stitch. kl-37
from * to last
stitches.
last '"
Row)

repec

Chin Ties.
Row 2 Knit.
kl, p],
p2, k2. p3. k2.
p2. k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to

Row 5 Pl. 'pl. k2. p2. k3. p2, k2.
p 1; repeat
from'
k2tog
Row~
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Kl, 'k2tog.
Rowl
stitch
stitch. kl-51 stitches.

Row 17 Pl. 'pl. k2, pl. k2. pl.
Row~
C2r:.1
to last stitch. pl.
pl.
Rowi
kl,
lost
Row'
repec
138
u. p3. kl.
Row 6 Kl. *k2tog. C2B.

C2!=. k2tog tbl, repeat
from * to
Row 12 Kl. *k2tog. pl. kl. pl.

k2tog tbl, repeat
from * to last

Row 7 Pl. *p2. kl. pl. k3. pl. kl. p2;
Row 13 Pl. *pl. kl. pl. kl. pl.
repeat
repeat
from * to last stitch. p 1.
Row 8 Kl. *k2tog. pl. kl. p3.

k2tog tbl, repeat
stitch. kl-65
u. pl.
from * to last
Row 14 Kl, *k2tog. kl, k2tog tbl,

repeat
from'
to last stitch. kl-
23 stitches.
stitches.
Row 9 Pl. 'pl. kl. pl. kl. pl. kl. pl.
Row 15 Pl. 'p3tog;
kl, pl. repeat
to last stitch. pl-9 stitches.
from * to last stitch.
repeat
from'
p1.
Row 10 Kl. 'k2tog.
kl, k2tog tbl. repeat
kl. pl. kl. pl.

from * to
last stitch. k1-51 stitches.

Row 11 Pl. *p2. kl. pl. kl. p2;
repeat
from'

remaining

to last stitch. p 1.
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12
Months Size Only
Row 12 Kl, *k2tog, pl, kl, pl, kl, pl,
Ro
Cast on 21 stitches. Do not turn.
k2tog tbl, repeat from * to last
p3.1
With right side facing, starting at
stitch, k1-51 stitches.
repE
the bind-off row and ending at
Row 13 Pl, *pl, kl, pl, kl, pl, kl, pl.
135 ~
the cast-on row, pick up and knit
repeat from * to last stitch, pl.
Ro
Row 14 K1,*k2tog, k1,pl, k1,
pl.
las
Ro
121stitches.
Row 15 Pl, 'p2, k1,p2; repeat
p3.
Row 1 K2, place a stitch marker

on the last stitch worked, knit to
last 2 stitches, k1and place a
marker on this stitch, kl. The
Chin Ties.
from * to last stitch, p1.
reps
Row 16 K1,*k2tog, p1,k2tog tbl,
121s
repeat from * to last stitch, k1-
Ro
23 stitches.
k2. f
Row 17 Pl, *p3tog; repeat from *
lost
to last stitch, p1-9 stitches.
Ro
Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (l5cm) tail.
Row 2 Knit.
Row 3 Knit.
remaining stitches and pull tight
Row 4 Kl, *k2tog, p2, k2, p5, k2,
p2, k2tog tbl, repeat from * to
Row 5 Pl, *pl, k2, p2, k5, p2, k2,
p1;repeat from * to last stitch, p1.
Cast on 23 stitches. Do not turn.
Row 6 Kl, 'k2tog, C2B, kl, p5, kl,
With right side facing, starting at
C2~, k2tog tbl, repeat from'
the cast-on row and ending at
to
last stitch, kl-93 stitches.
the bind-off row, pick up and knit
Row 7 Pl, 'p2, kl, pl, k5, pl, kl, p2;
repeat from * to last stitch, p1.
Row 8 Kl, *k2tog, pl, kl, p5, kl, pl,
k2tog tbl; repeat from * to last
149 stitches.

Row 10 Kl, *k2tog, k1,pl, kl, pl,
kl, pl, kl, k2tog tbl. repeat from *
to last stitch, k1-65 stitches.
Row 11Pl, *p2, kl, pl, kl, pl, kl, p2;
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
Ro
k2f
Ro
p3.4
fro
smc
Ro.
rep;o
Ro
p2.
*
Ro .
stitch, kl-79 stitches.

Row 9 Pl, "pl, kl, pl, k5, pl, kl, pl.
140
sf c
stitc
last stitch, kl-107 stitches.
p3.
[rorr
Row 1 K2, place a stitch marker
pl.
on the last stitch worked, knit to
stitc
last 2 stitches, kl and place a
Ro
marker on this stitch, kl. Marked
k.
stitches will indicate where to
pick up stitches for Chin Ties.
Ro
Row 2 Knit.
reps
Row 3 Knit.
itc
Row 4 Kl, * k2tog, p2, k2, p2, kl,
Row 16 K1,'k2tog, p2, kl, p2,
p3, kl, p2, k2, p2, k2tog tbl,
repeat from * to last stitch, kl-
135 stitches.
Row 17 Pl, 'pl, k2, pl, k2, pl;
Row 5 Pl, *pl, k2, p2, k2, p], k3,
repeat from'
to last stitch, p1.
pl, k2, p2, k2, pl. repeat from * to
Row 18 Kl, *k2tog, pl. kl, pl,
last stitch, p1.
k2togtbl; repeat from'
Row 6 Kl, *k2tog, C2B, kl, p2, kl,
to last
p3, kl, p2, kl, C2i=, k2tog tbl.
Row 19 Pl, *pl, kl, pl, kl, pl.
121stitches.
Row 20 Kl, 'k2tog, kl, k2togtbl;
Row 7 Pl, *p2, kl, pl, k2, pl, k3, pl,
repeat from * to last stitch, k1-
k2, pl, kl, p2; repeat from * to
23 stitches.
last stitch, p1.
Row 21 Pl, *p3tog; repeat from *
Row 8 Kl, *k2tog, pl, kl, p2, kl,
to last stitch, p1-9 stitches.
p3, kl, p2, kl, pl, k2tog tbl, repeat

from * to last stitch, kl-107
stitches.
Row 9 Pl, 'pl, kl, pl, k2, pl, k3, pl,
k2, pl, kl, pl. repeat from * to last
stitch, p1.
Row 10 Kl, 'k2tog, kl, pl, C2B,
p3, C2i=, p1,kl, k2tog tbl, repeat
from'
to last stitch, kl-93
stitches.
Row 11Pl, 'p2, kl, pl, k5, pl, kl, p2;
repeat from'
to last stitch, pl.
Row 12 Kl, *k2tog, pl, kl, p2, kl,

p2, kl, pl, k2tog tbl. repeat from
, to last stitch, k1-79 stitches.
Row 13 Pl, 'pl, kl, pl, k2, pl, k2,
pl, kl, pl, repeat from'
to last
stitch, pl.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15cm) tail.

remaining stitches and pull tight
CHIN TIES
and knit 4 stitches between the
markers on one Snowflake
Medallion. Work in stockinette
stitch for 6 (7, 8)" (15 [18,
20.5]cm). Bind off. Repeat on
opposite Snowflake Medallion.
FINISHING
Weave in ends.
Row 14 Kl, 'k2tog, kl, p2, kl, p2,
Make 2 pom-poms 3" (7.5cm)
k, k2tog tbl. repeat from * to last
in diameter accroding to the
manufacturer's insructions for
Row 15 Pl, 'p2, k2, pl, k2, p2;
the pom-pom maker. Attach a
pom-pom to the end of each

Chin Tie.
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141
(It
6- N
m (It
TI-IINK SPRING I-IAT

This soft pink hat with embroidered
flowers celebrates
the joys of spring but
still keeps your baby's head warm on those chilly early spring days. It is knit in
the softest alpaca-you
may even want to make one for yourself
SKILL LEVEL
~asy
SIZES
SHAPE CROWN
obtain gauge
Round 1 *K6 (8, 10, 11),k2tog tbl,
Stitch markers
Yarn needle
110,120) stitches.
Round 2 Knit.
0-6 months (12 months, 18

months, 24 months)
13V2 (15V2,
18V2, 20)" (34.5 [39.5,47, 5l]cm)
GAUGE
Round 3 *K5 (7, 9, 10), k2tog tbl.
100, 110) stitches.

Round 4 Knit.
Round 5 *K4 (6, 8, 9), k2tog tbl,
YARN
1skein of Blue Sky Alpacas
Melange, 100% baby alpaca,
1314oz (50g), 110 yd (lOOm)
in #810 Cotton Candy (A),
afine
NOTE
The l-lot is worked in rounds on
Round 6 Knit.
double-pointed knitting needles.
HAT
With A, cast on 88 (100, 120,
1 ball each of Madil Kid Seta,
130) stitches and divide evenly
70% kid mohair, 30% silk,
among needles. Place marker
3/4oz (25g), 230 yd (210m) in
and join, taking care not to twist
#403 Aqua (B) and #460 Salmon
stitches.
(C),
90, 100) stitches.
IIbulky
1 ball of Rowan KidSilk Night,

67% super kid mohair, 18% silk,
10% polyester, 5% nylon, 3/4oz
Round 1(Kl, pl) around for

ribbing.
Work in ribbing for 1(1,ll/4, lV2)"
(2.5[2.5,3, 4lcm) from beginning.
(25g), 227 yd (208m) in #607

Starlight (D),
31 medium
Change to stockinette stitch and

work until the piece measures
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
3V2 (4, 43/4, 5V2)" (9 [10,12,
US size 3 (3.25mm) set of
14lcm) from the beginning.
double-pointed knitting
Third Trimester
143
Round 7 *K3, (5, 7, 8), k2tog tbl,
yarn, leaving a long end. Pull end
repeat from * around-44
through
(60,
stitches and pull tightly
to close. Knot to secure.
80, 90) stitches.
For all other sizes *K- (-, 2, 3),

Round 8
For 0-6
k2tog tbl, repeat from * aroundmonths size only *K2,

(-,30,40)
tbl.
k2tog
stitches.
repeat from * around-
33 stitches.
Round 14 *K- (-, 1, 2), k2tog tbl,
For all other sizes Knit.
- (-, 20,
30) stitches.
Round 9
*Kl (4,6,7),
from
k2tog
around-22
tbl:
Round 15
repeat
(50, 70, 80)
For 18 months size only (K2tog

tbl) around-10
stitches.
stitches. Cut
yarn, leaving a long end. Pull end

Round 10
through
For 0-6
months size only (K2tog

tbl) around-ll
stitches. Cut yarn,

For 24 months size only *Kl,
leaving a long end. Pull end

through
k2tog tbl, repeat from * around-

20 stitches.

For all other sizes *K- (3,5,6),
k2tog
tbl:
Round 16 (K2tog tbl) around10 stitches. Cut yarn, leaving a

long end. Pull end through
- (40, 60, 70) stitches.
stitches and pull tightly to close.

Round 11 *K- (2, 4, 5), k2tog tbl,
Knot to secure.
Grru
- (30, 50,
co '(
60) stitches.
Round 12 *K- (1, 3, 4), k2tog
tbl.
FINISHING
Using B, C, and D, embroider
full s
- (20, 40,
flowers in varying sizes in lazy
50) stitches.
daisy stitch as in the photograph.
Round 13
For 12 months size only (K2tog

tbl) around-10
stitches. Cut
SK
SIZE
0-6
18
F
J-Iea
18" _
1 s.
Co:=!
144
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
SUMMER LOVING WAT

Grab the sunblock! This fun summer hat, a quick knit in one of my favorite
cottons, protects
your baby's eyes and sensitive skin. Make a couple to have a
full set of accessories

SKILL LEVEL
in your summer baby's wardrobe.

cotton, 3V2 oz (100g),
r:::asy
(137m) in #616 Sky,
SIZES
0-6
150 yd
II medium
GAUGE
(lOcrn) in stockinette
months (12 months,
stitch.
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

to obtain
correct
gauge.

obtain
gauge
NOTE
13V2 (15V2,
US size 8 (5mm) double-
18V2, 20)" (34.5 [39.5, 47, 51lcm)
The l-lct is worked

pointed
knitting
back and
needles
forth in rows and sewn together
Stitch markers
YARN
along a back seam.

Yarn needle

Cotton,
100%
organically
Dyed
grown
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HAT
BRIM
Cast on 52 (62, 72, 82) stitches.

(3,3314,4)"
23/4
Cast on 20 (20, 22, 22) stitches.

Knit 2 rows.
(7 [7.5, 9.5, 10]cm),
ending with a right-side row.
Next Row (Right Side) K2, Ml,

knit to last 2 stitches, Ml, k2.
SHAPE CROWN
Next Row (Wrong Side) Knit.

2 stitches, k2.
Decrease Row Kl *k3, k2tog;
Repeat last 2 rows 3 (3, 3, 4)
42 (50, 58, 66) stitches.

Knit 3 rows.
Next Row Knit.

Decrease Row Kl, *k2, k2tog;
2 stitches, k2.
repeat from * to last stitch, k132 (38, 44, 50) stitches.

Knit 3 rows.
Decrease Row K1,"kl, k2tog;
repeat from * to last stitch, k122 (26, 30, 34) stitches.
Knit 3 rows.
Decrease Row Kl, *k2tog; repeat
Repeat the last 2 rows once

more.
With the right side facing, cast
on 3 stitches at the beginning of
the row.
1. Knit these 3 stitches plus 1 (4
stitches worked).
2. Pass the second-to-Iast stitch
from * to last stitch, kl-12 (14, 16,
over the last knitted stitch on
18) stitches.
the right-hand needle (1 stitch
Knit 1 row.
bound off).
Decrease Row Kl, k2tog; repeat

from * to last stitch, kl-7 (8, 9,
10) stitches.
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull
end through stitches tightly to
close. Knot to secure.
3. Slip the 3 stitches from the

right-hand needle back to the
left-hand needle.
Tr
let
gc
he
Repeat steps 1-3 until all Brim

stitches are bound off.
Sew Brim, centered, on the front

of the Hot.
S[j
FINISHING
Sew back seam.
0-<
18
FI
e
1 ~
146
TWE EXPECTA .T K .ITTER
AUTUMN HOMECOMING HAT

This alpaca striped hat reminds me of homecoming
leaves, and cool breezes.
football games, falling
When I had Nora and Cole, the term "homecoming"
gained a whole new meaning. This hat is sure to warm up any baby and make
homecoming
so much more special.
SKILL LEVEL
YARN
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
~asy
1 skein each of Blue Sky
US size 3 (3.25mm) set of
Alpacas Sport Weight, 100%
double-pointed
knitting
SIZES
baby alpaca, 13/4oz (50g),
0-6 months (12 months,
110 yd (lOOm) in #522 Denim
obtain gauge
(A) and #504 Natural Light
Tan (C),
Head Circumference:
13V2 (15V2,
18V2, 20)" (34.5 [39.5, 47, 51)cm)
31 fine
Stitch markers
Yarn needle
1skein of Blue Sky Alpacas

Melange, 100% baby alpaca,
GAUGE
13/4oz (50 g), 110 yd (100m) in
26 stitches and 32 rows
#802 Pesto (B),
31 fine
4"
(lOcm) in stockinette stitch
Third Trimester
147
.,
Round 2 Knit.
Round 12 *K- (1,3,4), k2tog;
Round 3 *K5 (7, 9, 10), k2tog;
repeat from * around- - (20, 40,
50) stitches.
NOTE
100,110) stitches.
The Hot is worked in rounds on
Round 4 Knit.
double-pointed knitting needles.
Round 5 *K4 (6, 8, 9), k2tog;

HAT
90, 100) stitches.
With A. cast on 88 (100, 120,
Round 6 Knit.
130) stitches and divide evenly
Round 7 *K3, (5, 7, 8), k2tog;
among needles. Place marker
and join, taking care not to twist

the stitches.
80, 90) stitches.
For 0-6 months size only *K2,
ribbing.
k2tog; repeat from * around33 stitches.

For all other sizes Knit.
(2.5 [2.5, 3, 4lcm) from the

beginning.
1(1112,13/4,2)" (2.5 [4,4.5, Sjcrn).
Change to C and purl1 round.
Round 9 *K1(4,6,7), k2tog;

70, 80) stitches.
e.
For 12 months size only (K2tog)
leaving a long tail. Pull end

through stitches and pull tightly
For all other sizes *K- (-, 2, 3);
k2tog; repeat from * around- stitches.
3.
repeat from * around- - (-, 20,
4.
30) stitches.
Round 15
For 18 months size only (K2tog)
leaving a long tail. Pull end

For 0-6 months size only
For 24 months size only *Kl,
(K2tog) around-11 stitches. Cut
k2tog; repeat from * around-
Cut B.
yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull end
20 stitches.
Cut C.
For all other sizes *K- (3,5,6),

Change to A and knit until the
k2tog; repeat from * around-
piece measures 3112 (4, 43/4, 5V2)"
- (40, 60, 70) stitches.
(9 [10,12, 14lcm) from the

beginning.
Shape Crown
Round 1 *K6 (8, 10, 11),k2tog;
110,120) stitches.
148
around-10 stitches. Cut yarn,
Round 10
Round 14 *K- (-, 1,2), k2tog;
Change to B and knit 9 rounds.
Change to C and purll round.
around-10 stitches. Cut yarn,
(-,30,40)
Round 8
Round 1 (Kl, pl) around for
Work in ribbing for 1(1,1%, 1V2)"
Round 13
Round 16 (K2tog) around10 stitches. Cut yarn, leaving a

long tail. Pull end through
stitches and pull tightly to close.
Knot to secure.
Round 11*K- (2,4,5), k2tog;

repeat from * around- - (30, 50,
FINISHING
60) stitches.
As
YOU PACK YOUR BAGS,
experience.
But remember,
develop your birth plan. It is a list of your priorities for the birth
as with many parts of pregnancy, this plan is only a guide to the day.
Be flexible. You can't control the birth completely. The best part of preparing
forethought
thorough
you put into one of life's most important
experiences.
birth plan for Nora or Cole. I had only two requests:
a birth plan is the
Truthfully, I did not have a
I wanted an epidural to help
manage the pain, and only Alan could be in the room during the actual birth.
Here are some basic questions that you should consider as you develop your birth plan.
1. Birth partners:
Who do you want to participate
2. ~nvironment:
Where do you want to give birth?
in the experience?
3. Pain relief: How do you want to manage the pain?

4. Interventions:
How do you want to cope with birth issues such as breaking water, forceps,
and episiotomies?
5. Birthing: What positions do you want to use while giving birth?
6. Postdelivery: What should happen once the baby has arrived?
Discuss your feelings and choices with your partner, family members, and health-care
provider. I wish you all the best for your birth experience.
Good luck!
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BABY SI-IOWER
EASY SWATCI-I BLANKET
There is no need for silly games like Guess the Baby Food Flavor at the baby
shower. Instead, throw a knitted baby shower. Each guest can knit a simple
cotton square. Garter stitch squares are so easy, even a first-time
do it. The more accomplished
intricate stitch patterns.
knitter can
knitter can break with the trend and knit more
As long as they all equal4h"
(11.5cm) square in the
end, the sky is the limit.

SKILL LEVEL
NOTES
All levels
1. The Blanket consists of
Row 2 Purl.
25 squares, each 41/2"
FINISWED MEASUREMENTS
piece measures 4V2" (11.5cm)
(11.5cm).
from the beginning.

22W' (57cm) wide by 22W' (57cm)
2. Make 5 squares in each color
YARN
3. Use the stitch patterns
in a variety of stitches.

Cotton,
100%
organically
cotton, 3V2 oz (100g),
Dyed
grown
150 yd
(137m) in #601 Poppy, #633 Pickle,

#632 Mediterranean,
and #618 Orchid (D),
#619 Tomato,
II medium
NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

given
here, or try some of your

favorites.
4. The stitch patterns
for each of
the squares are on page 152.

i=eel free to follow the text or
the charts.
GARTER STITCW SQUARE

Cast on 20 stitches. Knit every

row until the piece measures
4W' (1l.5cm) from the beginning.
obtain gauge
Yarn needle
Bind off.
GAUGE
STOCKINETTE STITCW
SQUARE
stitch

to obtain correct
Row 1 Knit.
gauge.
Third Trimester
151
STITCH KEY
o
8
K on right side, p on wrong side
P on right side, k on wrong side
BASKETWEAVE STITCH
DIAGONAL RIB SQUARE
SQUARE
Row 1 Kl, *k2, p2; repeat from '. k1.
BASKETWEAVE STITCH SQUARE
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Row 1 *KS, pS; repeat from *
Row 2 Pl, *k2, p2; repeat from *, p1.
across.
Row 3 K2, *p2, k2; repeat from *.
Rows 2-6 Repeat row 1.
Row 4 P2, *k2, p2; repeat from *.
Row 7 *PS, kS; repeat from *
Row 5 Kl, *p2, k2; repeat from *, kl.
across.
Row 6 P1,*p2, k2; repeat from ", p1.
Rows 8-12 Repeat row 7.
~~~~1
Row 7 Kl, pl. *k2, p2; repeat from ".
20 STITCHES
Row 8 Pl, kl, *p2, k2; rep from ".
MOCK CABLE SQUARE
'-
22
MOCK CABLE SQUARE
Row 1 Knit.
STITCHES
Row 2 Purl.
DIAGONAL RIB
Bind off knitwise.
TRIANGLE RIB SQUARE
Row 4 Pl, *k3, p2, k2, p3; repeat
from * once more, pl.
Row 5 Kl, *k2, p2, k1,pl, k2, p2;

repeat from * once more, k1.
Row 6 Pl, "kl, p2, k2, p2, k2, pl.
TRIANGLE RIB
repeat from once more, pl.

6
4
~'
Repeat rows 1-8 two more times,

then rows 1-6.
from * once more, k1.
22 STITCHES
a
2
end p2, kl, pl.
Row 3 Kl, *k4, pl, kl, p4; repeat
end k2, pl. k1.
19 STITCHES
Row 7 Kl, *p2, k3, p3, k2; repeat

from * once more, k1.
Row 8 Pl, "pl. k4, p4, kl, repeat
from * once more, p1.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Row 3 Kl, "pl, k5; repeat from *.
Row 4 *P4, k2; repeat from ". pl.
Row 5 Kl, *p3, k3; repeat from *.
Row 6 *P2, k4; repeat from *, p1.
Row 8 *P2, k4; repeat from ". pl.
Repeat rows 3-8 four more
GATEPOSTS
Row 10 'P4, k2; repeat from ". pl.
times.
Repeat rows 3-10 twice more.
Bind off knitwise.
lS2
TWE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
Row 27 Knit.
Row 28 Purl.
BLANKET
Make 25 squares total, each
4V2" (ll.5cm). Make 5 squares of
Bind off knitwise.
GATEPOSTS SQUARE
each color, using a variety of

stitches.
FINISHING
Row 1 (Wrong Side) Purl.
Block squares to 41/2" (ll.5cm)
Row 2 K4, p2, k2, p6, k2, p2, k4.
square. Arrange the squares into
Row 3 P4, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, p4.
the blanket, 5 squares wide by
Row 4 K4, p2, k10, p2, k4.
5 squares long, mixing and
Row 5 P4, k2, p10, k2, p4.
matching colors and patterns.
Row 6 K10, p2, k10.
Sew together. Weave in ends.
Row 7 P10, k2, p2.

Row 8 K2, p6, k2, p2, k2, p6, k2.
Row 9 P2, k6, p2, k2, p2, k6, p2.
Row 11Repeat row 7.
Rows 14-25 Repeat rows 2-13.
Knit 1 row.
Bind off purlwise.
Third Trimester
153
My
MOM
TAUGHT
ME TO
KNIT
when I was about nine years old. Girl Scouts and a
3.
family friend, Mrs. Hunter, reinforced Mom's lessons. Having grown up in Ireland,
my mom knitted ~nglish, or Irish, style, also known as "throwing" the yarn. Since
L.
she taught me, this is the way I knit, too. Many people ask me to teach them the
more efficient way of knitting, Continental knitting. Instead, I tell people just to
learn how to knit more relaxed. It's not a competition. Knitting should be calming
and pleasing. Knit however you want-just
THE BASICS
knit.
your thumb and index finger

between the two strands.
CastOn
4. Spread your thumb and index

~or most projects
5.
The Knit Stitch

There is an old knitting
rhyme
that goes like this: "In through
in this book,
finger.
I suggest the long-tail
the front door, once around the
cast-on
5. Turn your left hand up to show
back, peek through
the window,
method. It provides a flexible

your palm. The yarn should
and off jumps Jack." Tryout
now form a sling shot.
version of the rhyme as you knit
this
knitted edge. The only downfall

of this method is estimating
how
6. Place the needle (in your right
your baby's sweaters, blankets,
long the tail should be. I rechand) through
ommend leaving V2" to 1" (1.3-
the lower part
and socks: "In the front door,
of the loop formed on your
grab a blanket, wrap the baby
left thumb.
warm and snug, just a nose
2.5cm) of yarn for every stitch,

less for fine yarns and more for
7. Point the needle over the yarn
peeking out, off for a stroll we
thick yarns.
1.
Leave a sufficient
amount of
knot.
go!" Either way, here are the
grab it by pulling the needle
basic steps you need to knit.
down.
yarn to cast on the necessary

stitches, and create a slip
held by your index finger and
8.
Pull your thumb over the
1.
Place the needle with stitches

in your left hand, and pick up
needle and release the yarn
2. Place the slip knot on the
from your thumb (l stitch cast
the empty needle with your

right hand. The working
needle, and place the needle
yarn
on).
3.
should be behind the needles.

in your right hand.
Repeat steps 3-8 until you
2. Put the right-hand
needle into
3. Let the yarn tail and yarn from

have cast on all the stitches for
the front of the loop of the
your project.
first stitch from left to right.
the ball fall from the slip knot.

Remember, the slip
With your left hand, grab the

knot counts as the first stitch.
yarn with three fingers. Place
154
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
4.
3. Wrap the yarn counterclockwise
around the right-
hand needle.
same stitch to create a new
chart's abbreviations
(symbols).
stitch. The needle will be
There are landmarks
such as
pulled out to the back of
right-side
the work.
4. With the yarn wrapped
rows. One general
5. Pull the worked stitch off the
around your right-hand

needle. gently pull the right-
left-hand
hand needle back through
steps 2-5 to the end.
the
needle. Repeat
left-hand
Off
1. Work the first 2 stitches of
rows
needle and
Repeat steps 2-5 to the end.

place it into the front of the
take a
with your
chart. Then use that road map to

arrive at a beautiful
2. Take the left-hand
knitted
piece.
Yarn Over
When working
The Purl Stitch
a pattern.
moment get familiar
the row.
needle.
rule of thumb is
rows are read from
right to left. and wrong-side
before starting
Binding
5. Pull the worked stitch off the
that right-side
are read from left to right. But
same stitch to create a new

stitch.
rows and wrong-side
in the knit stitch:
first worked stitch on the

Bring the yarn to the front of your
The purl stitch complements
the
right-hand
needle.
work. Start the next knit stitch and
3. Gently pull the first worked
knit stitch. The most important
bring the yarn over the right-hand

thing to remember
stitch over the second stitch
is that the
needle to complete
on the right-hand
yarn should be in front of the
needle and
When working
the stitch.
in the purl
drop it off the needle. 1 stitch
work as you purl the stitches.
stitch: Bring the yarn to the back

bound off.
of the work. start the next purl
1. Place the needle with stitches

4. Work 1 more stitch from the
stitch. bringing
in your left hand. and pick up

left-hand
the yarn over the
needle.
right-hand
the empty needle with your
needle to complete
5. Repeat steps 2-4 until all the

right hand. The working
the stitch.
yarn
stitches are bound off.
should be in front of the
Short Row Shaping
needles.
BEYOND THE BASICS
2. Put the right-hand
The wrap-and
turn technique
is
needle into
used to create short row shaping
the front of the loop of the
Reading Charts
first stitch. from right to left.
Some of the advanced
in many projects. including
socks
projects
(pages 87 and 130). diaper covers
The right-hand
needle should
in this book use charts to

(page 108). and leggings (page
demonstrate
point to the left.
lace. cable. or
70). Short rows give a little more
3. Wrap the yarn counter-
intarsia
patterns.
knitting.
charts are like road
When you are

room without
clockwise around the right-
adding
length. for
example. to, add a little extra

maps. Maps have legends. keys.
hand needle.
room in the rear for a full diaper.

and landmarks
4. With the yarn wrapped
to help you
around your right-hand
navigate
your way. Knitting
needle. gently pull the right-
charts have similar elements.
hand needle back through
There is a legend and key to the
front. slip next stitch. turn work.

wrap yarn around slipped stitch.
the
A Knitting
Primer
155
and slip same stitch back onto

the right-hand
next row, work wrapped
stitch by
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until

all stitches have been worked.
needle. On the
steamed the sweater
pieces
but did not steam the collar,
Intarsia
it
stand firmer. Steam-block

Intarsia is a method of working
together
first, and if you don't get the

different
left-hand
Of
as I wanted the ribbing to
colors in a single row.
needle.
desired effect, soak the piece.

The key to this method is that
3. Stockinette
Grafting
you use a different
knitted
Divide remaining
stitches
stitch: Lay the
ball of yarn
piece flat between
two
for each color. I suggest using

damp cloths. Lightly run the
between 2 needles, and hold the
bobbins for each color. To

steam iron over the knitted
needles parallel
to each other.
change color, pick up the new
c:
piece.
color from under the old color to
twist the yarns to prevent holes.
2. Set up stitches:
Put the yarn

the front knitting
needle as if

through.
Next, pull the yarn
needle through
the first stitch
needle as
if to knit.
Blocking
Ie
Seaming
The most versatile
seaming
What is blocking? This is a
method is mattress
question
makes an invisible seam that
I hear every day.
I was taught
to steam-block
stitch. It
runs along the selvedge stitches.
most items. Invest in a good
Simply lay the two pieces flat
steam iron. But there are other
with right sides facing. Thread a
ways to block. It depends on the
yarn needle. Pull the yarn
knitted
between the first two stitches on
piece and the desired
effect. Here are some basic rules
knitting
that I follow as I knit. Just
over to the left piece and pull the
remember, if in doubt, try the
needle through
the right piece. Pull the thread
the first two
steam iron first. Then if you need
stitches. Continue
a little more or desire a slightly
piece, grabbing
different
between the first and second
soaking the piece.
knitting
needle. Next, pull yarn
needle through
the second
effect, try spritzing
or
working the
the ladders
to close the seam.

1. Lace patterns:
Spritz the
needle.
knitted
piece with water and
Cl
ABBREVIATIONS
then pin to desired

C2B:

measurements.
needle and hold in back. Knit the
2. Cables, ribbing,
and other
raised stitch patterns:

knitting
Slip next stitch to cable
Let dry flat.

This is
needle. Return stitch from cable
needle. Next, pull the

a personal
yarn needle through
choice. ~or Her

needle to the left-hand
the
needle
~irst Party Dress (page 36), I

and purl it.

chose to soak the dress and
knitting
let it dry flat. This softened
C2~:
Slip next stitch to cable

knitting
156
the cable along the yoke. On
needle and hold in front. Knit the
the other hand, for the Shawl
Collar Sweater (page 82), I
needle.
THE EXPECTANT
KNITTER
Cl
stitches on each side. Pull tightly
knitting
c:

needle and purl it.
C4i=: Slip next 2 stitches to a
left-hand needle. Knit the
hand needle as if to knit. Knit the
following stitch on the left-hand
needle. Place the left-hand
needle into the second stitch on
the right-hand needle and pass it
over the first stitch on the right-
the raised bar through the front
hand needle-1 stitch decreased.
loop. (l-lint. If you have a hole,
C6B: Slip next 3 stitches to
cable needle and hold in back.
through the back loop.)

M(ake) 1 R(ight) (right-leaning
S(lip) S(lip) K(nit): This is a leftslanting decrease. Slip the next

stitch on the left-hand needle to
the right-hand needle as if to
increase): i=indthe horizontal
knit. Knit the following stitch on
bar between the last completed
the left-hand needle. Place the
C6i=: Slip next 3 stitches to
left-hand needle into the second
and pass it over the first stitch on
the right-hand needle-1 stitch
decreased. (Note PSSO and SSK
are interchangeable.)
K: Knit.
the raised bar through the back
K2tog: This is a right slanting
loop. (Hint. If you have a hole,
decrease. Knit the next 2 stitches
on the left-hand needle
through the front loop.)
together-1 stitch decreased.

K2togtbl: This is a left-slanting
decrease. Knit the next 2 stitches
on the left-hand needle together
through the back 100ps-1stitch
decreased.
K(nit) 1f(ront) &b(ack): This is
an easy increase stitch. Knit into
the next stitch, but before
removing it from the left-hand
needle, knit again into the back
loop of the same stitch. Remove
the stitch from the left-hand
needle-1 stitch increased.
M(ake) 1 L(eft) (left-leaning
increase): i=indthe horizontal
P: Purl.
P3tog: Purl the next 3 stitches
on the left-hand needle
together-2 stitches decreased.
P(url) If(ront) &b(ack): This is an
easy increase stitch. Purl into the
next stitch, but before removing
it from the left-hand needle, purl
Y(arn} O(ver): When knitting

the next stitch: Bring the yarn in
front as if to purl, then knit the
next stitch. When purling the
next stitch: Bring the yarn to the
back of work as if to knit, then
purl the next stitch. In both
instances, you are creating an
extra stitch and hole.
W(jth) Y(arn) I(n) B(ack}: Bring
the yarn to the back of the work
and work the next stitch.
again into the back loop of the
W(ith) Ylorn) I(n) i=(ront): Bring
same stitch. Remove the stitch
the yarn to the front of the work
from the left-hand needle-1
and work the next stitch.
stitch increased.
P(ass) S(lipped) S(titch)
Olver). This is a left-slanting
decrease. Slip the next stitch on
the left-hand needle to the right-
bar between the last completed

A Knitting Primer
157
swatch. Does it match the required
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR
yarns that are the same weight and
gauge, and does it give you the drape
YARN WEIGHTS
preferably
and feel that you want for that
The Craft
Yarn Council of America
project?
instituted
a number system for knitting
When substituting
yarns, look for
the same fiber content
as
the yarn called for in the project. Then

use the Craft
Yarn Council of America
Take care to purchase the correct
chart as a guide.
yardage
If you want to substitute
a yarn
content.
for example, a cotton
yardage
Sweater, the first step is do a gauge
I II
Yarn Weight
required
has
II
below is intended
and as always, swatching
as a guideline,
is key to being
intended
project.
More information
II
II
II
SUPER FINE
FINE
LlGI-IT
MEDIUM
BULKY
Sport
DK, Light Worsted
Worsted, Aran
Chunky
27-32 sts
23-26 sts
21-24 sts
16-20 sts
12-15 sts
1-3
3-5
5-7
7-9
9-11
2.25-3.25mm
3.25-3.75mm
3.75-4.5mm
4.5-5.5mm
Recommended Needle
in US Size Range
can be
found at www.yarnstandards.com.
Lace, I'ingering, Sock
Avg. Knitted Gauge

over 4" (lOcm)
sure a chosen yarn is a good match for the
of the pattern-and
and
yarn gauges and recommended
provided
buy it all from the same dye lot!
eYCA
..-
ball
250 yd. Always note the total
for the Big Sister's
has
needle and hook sizes. The information
One 50g
may have 50 yd, while another
rather
crochet
amounts for the project.
Every skein is different.
that does not have the same fiber
than the cashmere
If so, use that yarn.
C';
""
Recommended Needle
5.5-8mm
in Metric Size Range
As I finish up this manuscript,

Rosy and everyone
Cale is nearing
his first birthday,
and I must say, this been one of my best years ever. Thank you
at Potter Craft for giving me the opportunity
days this summer were spent working
to write this book while enjoying
in the dining room with Cole learning
table while Nora patiently
played upstairs
along at least one knitting
project!
until I would take a break to go the park with all of them. I, of course, would bring
This book was possible with the help of many, many friends who gladly knit sample projects,
store, helped with color choices, posed for photos in woolen sweaters
in Washington's
Thanks to Edyth Ferguson, Gina Polidoro, and Ricki Seidman for knitting
Cole, and Nora for posing for photos; to Peggy Greig for patiently
letting
my son's first year. Many
to crawl and playing with the dog under the
all of us invade the house to take these beautiful
beautiful
checking
picked up shifts at the
August weather,
and so much more.
samples; to Pierre, Eleanor. Elise. Aria,
and editing
photos; and to Joe for taking
every project;
beautiful
to my in-laws for
photos.
A special thanks to my entire staff, who let me have this summer to work on the book and enjoy the kids. Thanks to
Jessica for all your knitting
and managing
the stores. I would not have been able to do this without
Olga, Donna, Maria. Amber, and Rachel for all your beautiful
Finally, a thank-you
to my family: to my Mom for knitting
summer, and to my husband for not questioning
you. A warm thank-you
to
knitting.
some of the projects,
my midnight-to-4-am
knitting
to Nora for being patient
marathons.
with me this
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
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THE PAPER SOURCE
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Phone: 888.PAPER-11
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Project Resources
159
Page numbers in italics indicate

illustrations.
Dresses
Resources, 159
party, 36, 37-40
Roll-up baby essentials case, 123
Dress suit for girl, 54, 55-59

Abbreviations, 156-157
Grafting, 156
Alphabet block toys, 74, 75-77
Baby bib, 126, 127
l-lcts
Baby essentials kit, 123
for autumn, 147-148
Binding off, 155
for spring, 142, 143-144
Birth plan, 149
for summer, 145-146
Blankets
for winter, 134, 135-141
easy swatch, ISO, 151-153

pinwheel quilt, 18, 19-21
swaddle, 14, 15-16
l-looded sweater, for big brother, 94,

95-97
l-lospitcl bag preparation, 138
Blanket squares, 151-152
Sex of baby, 41
Short row shaping, 155-156
~and and wrist care, 121
Household preparations, 80
Blocking, 156
Sibling preparation, 92
Sizing guide, 11
Socks
baby, 130,131-133
cashmere, 87-89
Swaddle blanket, 14, 15-16
Swaddling technique, 16
Sweaters
baby racer, 66, 67-69
for big sister, 90, 91-93
for dogs, 98, 99-100
Bodysuit
cashmere romper, 46, 47-49
Intarsia method, 156
easy raglan, 32, 33-35
Irish style, 154
hooded, for big brother, 94,
Knit stitch, 154-155
matinee, 50, 51-52
Knitting basics, 154-156
for mom-to-be, 117-118,119
summer beach creeper, 60,

61-64
95-97
Cashmere romper, 46, 47-49

Cashmere socks, 87-89
shawl collar, 82, 83-86

Leggings, baby racer, 70, 71-73
Cast on method, 154
Leg warmers, 114,115-116
Chart use, 155
Measurement guide, 11
Cloth diapers, 111
Sweater vest, cabled, 42, 43-45

Toys
alphabet blocks, 74, 75-77
Christening gown, 22, 23-27
Zuzu the dog, 102, 103-107
Morning sickness, 41
Conception tips, 17
Vest, cabled sweater, 42, 43-45
Continental knitting, 154

Creeper, summer beach, 60,61-64
Naming baby, 65
Wash cloths, 124, 125
Nursery preparation, 129
Weekly planner
Nutrition, 34
Daddies, 85
first trimester, 31
second trimester, 81
Delivery plan, 149

Diaper choice and care, III
Older siblings, 92
third trimester, 122

Wool soaker care, III
Diaper cover care, III

Diaper covers, 108, 109-113
Pet preparation, 101
Diet and nutrition, 34
Pinwheel quilt, 18, 19-21
Disposable diapers, III
Prenatal care, 29-31
Dog, knitted toy, 102, 103-107
Purl stitch, 155
Dog sweater, 98, 99-100
Quilt, knitted pinwheel, 18, 19-21
KNITTER
Wrap and turn technique, 155-156

Yarn over, 155
Yarn substitution guide, 158
Yarn weights, 158
Dogs and the new baby, 101
THE EXPECTANT
Romper, cashmere, 46, 47-49

Seaming, 156
Adoption, 17
160
Raglan sweater, 32, 33-35
christening gown, 22,23-27
Zuzu the dog, 102, 103-107

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would like to thank the Craft Yarn Council

the yarn weight standards

icons used in this boo

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please visit www.YarnStandards.com.

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in the United States by Potter Craft, an imprint

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30 designs for baby and your growing

family / by Marie Connolly. -- lst ed.

Design by Kim Bartko

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BABY RACER LEGGINGS

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SUMMER BEACI-l CREEPER

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BEYOND TI-lE BASICS

BABY SI-lOWER ~ASY SWATCH

SUMMER LOVING ~AT

May 19 to be exact. Her name is Nora, and she is my daughter.

with a wonderful collection of hand-knits for the

and good luck during your

WHAT SIZE TO KNIT? Babies grow at different

rates. Except for the swaddled infant Aria,

Eleanor, and Elise-were

all born days apart in

size that would be closest to that measurement.

Because babies seem to grow overnight, don't

in this book I used measurements

from the Standards

and Guidelines for

Crochet and Knitting as compiled by the Craft Yarn Council of America:

you can start to

is made using a simple stitch pattern. Start it early. Knit a few

to find enough time in the day to do all the household

22 stitches and 32 rows = 4"

With 1 strand each of A and B

(10cm) in linen stitch holding

1 strand each of A and B

Adjust needle size as necessary

- balls each of Dale of Norway

merino wool, 13/4oz

.'lOg), 180 yd (165m) in #6415

(A) and #3507

EEDLES AND NOTIONS

US size 10 (6mm) circular

needle, long enough

size needed to obtain gauge

choice for new parents

worth the e;'::

I-IEREIS A QUICK SWADDLING