Pea in a Pod Swaddle

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Inspired by a vintage crochet pattern, we simplified this knitted bunting with easy snap closures to keep newborns cozy and moms, well, sane.

designed by Brenda Castiel

photo by Nicole Hill Gerulat

YARN
SMC Baby Super Soft, 1.75oz/50g balls, each approx 178yd/163m (55% polymide, 45% acrylic)

  • 3 (5, 6) balls #00171 Emerald
  • 1 ball #00101 White

KNITTING NEEDLES

  • 1 size 6 (4mm) circular knitting needle, 24"/61 cm long

NOTIONS

  • Three decorative buttons, approx .5"/6mm
  • 12 plastic snaps, .25"/2.5cm, or snap closure tape, approx 15"/38cm long
  • Pompom maker
  • Stitch marker
  • Yarn needle

SIZES
Newborn (3–6 months, 9–12 months)


FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest 24 (28, 32)"/61 (71, 81.5)cm
Length to Neck 18 (23, 27.5)"/48.5 (58.5, 70)cm

To get this pattern, buy the June/July issue here.

NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS

This is only a preview of the pattern available in Your Knitting Life magazine, so you can see the yarn and ensure you have the necessary supplies. If you have specific questions about this pattern, please email the editorial staff.

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