Unique Baby Gifts to Knit
Find unique baby gifts to make and knit yourself
Looking to knit unique baby gifts? Getting tired of baby blankets? Then you'll love these free baby patterns to knit.
Once again we're in that rush of time where everyone I know seems to be having a little bundle of joy, and I decided I just didn't want to knit a thousand blankets, as much fun as that may be. So I set out on a mission to find some other fun baby knitting patterns, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
Free baby patterns to knit
Check out these patterns to make your own unique baby gifts.
Might as well start the product placement early -- this sweater features the Apple logo and the phrase iCutie, and while I joke about product placement, it's actually an incredibly cute design for babes of any gender (shown in pink, but you could easily substitute other colors).
What mom wouldn't appreciate a stylish diaper bag? This baby knitting pattern is surprisingly simple to follow, even if you've never knitted a bag before. It's colorful, fun, and very useful -- everything a baby gift should be.
3. Bath Mitt
These make fun and unique baby gifts for moms on the go. They provide an easy way to wash baby without worrying about dropping the cloth, and they even feature a 'scrubby' side for mom to use on herself.
These are free baby patterns to knit a set of felted blocks in bright primary colors. They are the perfect size for little hands and very easy to make (basically just knitting squares). All you have to do is felt them (so remember to use natural fibers, NOT acrylics).
This is a fantastic baby knitting pattern because it's so easy and fun. It also makes a pretty accessory to any baby bottle and helps to clean up the mess preemptively. It's a great pattern when you need quick unique baby gifts.
This has to be the most original baby gift I've seen yet! Making a handknit leopard print bikini will definitely make you stand out at the baby shower. And while Mom might laugh at first, she'll almost certainly get use out of it during the summer months (make it a bit bigger for winter arrivals!).
There you have it -- six free baby patterns to knit clever, creative, and very original gifts. With these in your arsenal, you're sure to have unique baby gifts for every occasion!

