Rachel’s Knitting Guide
Knitting a Bolero for Your Little Star!
Hey there! I’m Rachel, your crafty companion in the wonderful world of yarn! Ever imagined dressing up your adorable baby girl in a chic bolero? I’ve got the ultimate pattern for you, and guess what? It’s jazzed up with a lacy trim for that extra oomph!
Bolero Specifications:
- Size: 3-6(6-12; 12-24) months
- Chest Circumference: 47(50; 58) cm
- Shoulder Length (with lace): 24(28; 32) cm
- Sleeve Seam (with lace): 16(19; 22) cm
- Note: Instructions are given for the smallest size with variations for larger sizes in brackets. Single figures apply to all sizes.
Gathering Your Materials:
- Yarn: 2(3; 3) 50g balls of Elle Baby Print or Plain 4 ply in your fave shade
- Buttons: 2 in total
- Knitting Needles: 2.75 mm & 3.25 mm
⚙ Tension Details:
27 stitches and 39 rows equal 10 cm, when measured over st st using 3.25 mm knitting needles. To be on the safer side, check out the Knitting Dictionary for abbreviations!
Pattern Instructions:
It’s time to dive into the pattern! Follow along, and you’ll have a fabulous bolero in no time.
Final Touches:
- Position the garment properly and block it. Cover it gently with a damp cloth and let it air dry.
- Secure a button at the neck edge and another 3 cm below. Use the lacy trim holes as buttonholes. Voila!
- Pro Tip: If your cast-on and cast-off are not just right, try using needles a size up or down. Always knit a test swatch before diving into the main project. It saves yarn and tears!
Extras:
Why not pair up this bolero with matching booties? Or explore more of my knitting delights:
- Bobble Fun: Want a pattern for a bobbled cloth?
- First-time Sweater: Just crafted a sweater and it’s a breeze! Dive in.
- Storage Solutions: How about knitting some storage baskets? So useful!
Key Details:
| Pattern | Size | Material |
|---|---|---|
| Bolero | 3-6(6-12; 12-24) months | Elle Baby Print or Plain 4 ply |
| Bobble Cloth | Details pending… | Details pending… |
| Sweater | Details pending… | Details pending… |
| Storage Baskets | Details pending… | Details pending… |