Garter Stitch Jacket and Hat Knitting Pattern for Baby

This Garter Stitch Jacket and Hat Knitting Pattern for Baby is too adorable to pass up! This is one of the simplest baby knitting patterns for beginners. Use a basic stitch to make the bulk of this project. The cute green pocket and hat rim are nice accents to the rest of the project. This jacket comes in sizes starting at 3-6 months all the way up to a year. The diagram is a great visual and really shows how simple the pattern is. If you're looking for that perfect baby shower gift, this is a fantastic option!

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NotesThe jacket is worked in one piece from the lower edge of the back. If you are making the Jacket and the Hat, one ball of Citrus should be sufficient for both.

Difficulty LevelEasy

Knitting Needle Size8 or 5 mm

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Gauge18 sts and 36 rows to 10cm/4in square over garter st (k every row) using 5mm (US 8) needles.

Finished SizeSee PDF

Materials List

• Jacket
• 4(5:6) 50g balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran in Stone 27 (A) and one ball of Citrus 75 (B)
• Pair of 5mm (US 8) knitting needles
• Hat
• 1(2) 50g balls of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran in Stone 27 (A) and one ball in Citrus 75 (B) for pompon (see NOTES).
• Pair of 5mm (US 8) knitting needles.