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THE REVIEW
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THE REVIEWTHE REVIEW
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Knitting groups can’t get together at the moment, so we’re revisiting
some of our previous (but hopefully still helpful!) reviews
Stylecraft
Bambino
DK
James C
Brett
Pretty Print
Baby DK
Rico Baby
So Soft
Prints DK
Jarol Baby
Supersoft
DK
King Cole
Baby Drifter
DK DK
Woolcraft
with Love
Baby DK
Describe it in one word Flawless Colourful Luxurious Bouncy Rich Pretty
How enjoyable was it to knit with?^54 4.9 4.6 4.8 3.6
How happy are you with your swatch?^5 4.3 4.7 4.4 4.8 4.1
How do you rate the colour? 4.6^5 4.9 4.6 4.8 4.6
How hardwearing does it feel? 4.8 4.3 4.6 4.2 4.5 4.4
How soft is it against your skin? 4.8 3.2 4.9 4.6 4.8 2.9
Would you buy this yarn? 100% 80% 90% 80% 90% 70%
Our panel of real knitters have reviewed a selection of yarn
to help you decide which is perfect for your next project. Your
baby’s skin can be very delicate and so when knitting for
newborns, it’s important to get the right yarn to avoid irritation.
With so many baby yarns available to choose from, it can be
difficult to know which is best for your little ones.
Woolshopdirect is a busy, well-stocked yarn shop in the centre
of Charlesworth village in the High Peak district. The shop offers
a wide variety of yarn, including popular favourites such as
Stylecraft, Rico and King Cole, and you’ll receive expert friendly
advice and bargain prices. Owned and run by expert crafter
Karen Wood, Woolshopdirect is a haven for all of your knitting
needs. This month’s group of knitters are from Phoenix Crafters
UK, a charity organisation supported by Woolshopdirect.
Stitch pattern
Blocks
Worked over a multiple of 6 stitches + 3
Rows 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13 and 15 (RS): Knit
to end.
Row 2: Knit to end.
Rows 4 and 6: P3, *k3, p3. Rep from * to end.
Rows 8 and 10: Knit to end.
Rows 12 and 14: K3, *p3, k3. Rep from * to end.
Row 16: Knit to end.
Repeat rows 1-16 for patt.
KNITTING
for newborns
All images taken in 2018