ravelry roundup: 5 amazing knitting projects for baby

for this month's roundup, i am highlighting my favorite projects for babies and kids! i don't know about you but i've reached that age where all my friends are having kids, and i'm constantly trying to think of cool ideas to knit for them. i scoured ravelry, and here are 5 of my favorite projects that i found:

1. this sweet shark plushie:

my go-to for new babies is stuffed animals, because they won't grow out of them too fast. this looks like a quick and easy project!

© Two Sisters Teddy Bear Co.

2. this incredible rainbow baby blanket:

would i ever have the patience to knit this? i'm not sure, but it. is. goals.

© Tine Holilökk

3. this super cute pair of shorts:

i'm already thinking of different color combos and ways to personalize these. how cute would it be to make each element a different color or make stripes in the garter stitch?

© Rosa Gröszer

4. this totally hip pair of moccasins:

i can't get over how cute and creative these are! the perfect project for stylish babies.

© Katherine Teixeira

5. this speed racer hat:

i love the applique and embellishment on this pattern. super cute and creative! 

© Fiddlestyx™

which project is your favorite?

DIY Knit bunny toy - free PDF downloadable knitting pattern by elisemade

please enjoy this link to a free pattern for an adorable knit bunny toy! perfect for easter baskets, newborns, or anyone who loves bunnies.

i designed this stuffed bunny in early 2016 for my nephew's first easter, and since then i've probably made half a dozen for all my friends welcoming new babies into the world. this pattern is super easy and great for beginners looking to try new projects in the round!

i like to use patons classic worsted wool in aran for this project because it's 100% wool, affordable, and easily found at most jo-ann's and michael's stores! it's a hardworking wool that comes in great neutral and basic colors.

download the free pdf pattern from ravelry by clicking the button below: