■ The yarn from your kit or any other DK yarn in:GreyWhiteYellow■ 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) knitting needles from your kit■ White sewing thread from your kit■ Toy stuffing■ Large-eyed darning needle ■ Approx 23cm (9in) tall when sitting ■ 24 sts and 30 row

■ Hayfield Bonus DK, 100g in:Flesh Tone (shade 963) x 1 ball - A■ Hayfield Bonus DK, 50g in:White (shade 961) x 1 ball - B Signal Red (shade 977) x 1 ball - ‘ Black (shade 965) x 1 ball - D Bluebell (shade 969) x 1 ball - E Chocolate (shade 947) x 1

Short-sleeved version■ Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK, 50g in: Mauve (shade 048) x 2 (2: 2) ballsLong-sleeved version■ Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK, 50g in: Smokey Rose (shade 047) x 3 (4: 4) balls■ 3.5mm (UK 9, US 4) knitting needles■ 2 stitch holders ■ See s

Knitters of all abilities will appreciate these designs from DROPS, made using just garter and stocking stitch. While the stitches may be simple, it’s the yarn that elevates this project – the blanket and hat are knitted in light and airy alpaca yarn

Bright colours, a variety of textures and that huge smile will make this something baby will love shaking, rattling and rolling! When making up the finished rattle, make sure that you fill it very firmly with stuffing to prevent it from flopping when

■ King Cole Glitz, 100g in: Cherry (shade 481) x 1 (1: 1: 1: 1) ball - A■ King Cole Big Value DK, 50g in:Grey (shade 4052) x 1 (1: 1: 1: 2) balls - BPlatinum (shade 4051) x 2 (2: 3: 3: 3) balls - CWhite (shade 4020) x 1 (1: 1: 1: 1) ball - D■ 3.25mm

Make a slip knot Start all knitting projects with this easy knot Cast on - thumb method Use this for an extra-stretchy edge Cast on - two needle method Use this for a strong, hardwearing edge Cast off What to do when you’ve reached the end Knit Learn

Dainty scallops add a decorative touch to the double hem on this chic dress, which is worked in simple stocking stitch with garter stitch to finish off the sleeves and neckline. You can either knit this dress with short sleeves as shown, or as a slee

0 = no stitches alt = alternate approx = approximately beg = begin(ning) cb = cable back CC = contrast colour cf = cable forward ch = chain cn = cable needle co = cast on cont = continue dc = double crochet dec = decrease (ing) (by working two stitch

■ Navia Cotton Wool, 50g in:Grass Green (shade 411) x 2 (2: 3) balls – AWhite (shade 251) x 1 ball – B■ 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) circular needles■ 3.5mm (UK 10/9, US 4) circular needles■ Stitch holders ■ See sizing guide ■ 27 sts and 34 rows to 10cm (4in)

Every little one needs a Christmas jumper, and this reindeer one, complete with matching hat, certainly fits the bill! The stylish sweater is a great test of your technical skills, as it uses intarsia for the reindeer motif, plus some cross stitching

You can never guarantee the weather in the UK, so a handy cardigan like this one is a must-have for baby’s wardrobe. Details such as the single rib panels, a shaped hem and button detailing add style to a practical item, while the hot pink and vibran

The detailed stitch pattern in this open lace cardigan is what gives it the wow factor. 100% cotton yarn creates wonderful stitch definition, resulting in a garment that you can pair with leggings and jeans for everyday wear, or pop over a dress for

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Dive into the denim trend with a pair of super-cute dungarees that babies and toddlers will love wearing every day. Lana Grossa Cool Cotton is a fantastic choice of yarn for this comfy all-in-one, offering just the right shade as well as a soft-touch

Keep a baby warm and toasty with Angela’s marvellous monster hat. Knitted in a unisex palette of blues and green, the main body of the hat is made using stocking stitch stripes, while the deep 2x2 rib gives the hat a snug fit and finish. You can then

T› his is a cosy cardigan that every little girl will want to wear to their next Christmas party! The yoke features a row of pretty WRS[›EOI›QSXMJW››ORMXXIH› YWMRK›XLI›*EMV›-WPI›QIXLSH›› with the non-working yarn stranded across the back of the work.

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A mummy and baby penguin add just the right amount of cuteness to this cosy winter dress, while brightly ribbed edges and a striped yoke keep the look modern and fresh. Apart from the edgings, the dress is worked in stocking stitch throughout, using

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