Knitted blankets for newborns

The birth of a baby is one of the most significant events in life. It is important to provide him with maximum comfort, taking care of every little thing in advance. Among the actual household items of the baby, such an accessory as a knitted blanket is popular today. This thing is an alternative to blankets, flannel blankets: knitted blankets for newborns are unique and have a number of features.

A knitted blanket for a baby is a special household item. It can be bought in a store or made independently by the expectant mother in anticipation of the birth of the child. Outwardly, such products are knitted fabrics of yarn with a soft texture. Their purchase or manufacture is always associated with positive emotions, love and care for the baby.

Knitted blanket for a newborn is functional, it:

• is a beautiful and special envelope, relevant when leaving the hospital or walking in the fresh air;
• copes with the task of a light blanket, covering the baby during sleep;
• replaces the mattress topper, varying the degree of hardness and warmth of the surface of the berth;
• turns into a stylish bedspread, covering the bedding and giving the crib a neat look;
• later it can become a children's rug on the floor, when the baby learns to crawl and master the first steps.

Of course, such blankets cannot be called extras, although they are made not only at home, but also in production. The main difference between the two methods of production is the presence of the textile side: models of "home production" are made without the participation of fabric.

The features of the products are:

• careful choice of the pattern: textured braids, plaits, bumps, volumetric weaves, which give the canvas a relief, are excluded;
• the use of yarn from thin threads (making a pattern, they form a more uniform and soft surface);
• lack of additional decor: decorations in the form of pompons, fringes, elements of soft toys are unacceptable;
• small volume and weight (otherwise the product will press on a fragile body);
• lack of different textures of yarn (yarn of different thickness and composition looks ugly);
• inadmissibility of a pattern of small stripes or cells (provokes ripples and pain in the eyes).

The benefits of a baby knitted blanket for a newborn include:

• production of a model from hypoallergenic threads of natural, artificial and mixed origin;
• availability of different sizes depending on preferences;
• different textures, due to special patterns, texture and volume of the yarn;
• color solutions that allow you to make models for babies of different genders, taking into account the preferences of parents, the presence or absence of prints, contrasts;
• a different way of performing using various devices (hook, knitting needles);

• uniqueness: such products are rarely repeated, and those made independently do not have a duplicate;
• a successful infusion into the style of a child's room, regardless of the chosen color or texture;
• feeling of comfort and welcoming atmosphere;
• a minimum set of raw materials due to its small size;
• different cost, which makes it possible for each mother to take care of the purchase of a product or its manufacture, taking into account the available budget.

A knitted blanket for a newborn is not without its drawbacks. You need to select the yarn correctly, otherwise the product may prick the baby's delicate skin.To exclude the "imprinting" of the pattern into the leather, it is important not to forget to supplement the product with textiles with a smooth base.

In addition, there are other nuances. These include:

• a lot of time to manufacture with the investment of patience, accuracy and perseverance;
• restriction of the drawing with the selection of the correct scheme;
• lack of variety in shape: a product for a newborn is made exclusively in the shape of a rectangle;
• short service life: babies grow very quickly, so using the product as a blanket for more than six months will not work.

The choice of threads depends on the baby's predisposition to allergies, as well as the purpose of the blanket. If it is used as a light bedspread, thin threads are used; in models with a warming effect, the thread is needed of medium thickness. It is important to take into account the peculiarities of the pile: it should not get into the mouth.

Today handicraft shops are full of a rich assortment of yarns marked "for children". The range includes hollow fiber, dry heat and cotton imitation fibers. The threads can be twisted, with thickenings. When choosing, it is worth considering the method of using the finished product. For example, a model made of pom-pom yarn is unique, good as a blanket, blanket, but inappropriate as a mattress topper.

Color solutions for these blankets are varied. It is preferable to choose shades of the pastel group: bright and saturated colors are not conducive to sleep. Today, the influence of color on the body is a proven fact, therefore warm and light colors (sunny, pinkish, pale blue, turquoise, mint, lilac) are welcome. Red, blue are unacceptable: strong colors can cause discomfort and whims of the baby.

Knitted models of blankets for newborns are made in different ways.

It can be knitting:

• ordinal (by the type of knitting of a scarf from edge to edge loop with the transition to the next row);
• diagonal (knitting from the corner with the addition of loops at the end of each row, then with a reduction);
• fragmentary (crocheted fabric from separate fragments connected to each other).

Knitted blankets for babies do not accept coarse or dense knitting: such models do not heat, they are inconvenient to use. Even if a simple scarf pattern is chosen as the basis, it should not be tight.

Each craftswoman has her own performance. In some cases, crocheting or knitting resembles a thin downy shawl, in others a textured scarf, in others - a canvas scarf in ethnic style. A pattern or drawing can be taken as a basis.

There is no need for large and bright cartoon characters, large patterns. At this age, they are in no way able to develop a child, although they can load with an abundance of color and emotionality. In addition, a large drawing in the form of an animal, insect or a fashionable cartoon character can cause fear on a subconscious level and one's own defenselessness.

The parameters of the baby blanket depend on the preferences of the parents. The smallest options are 90x90 and 80x100 cm, however, this is not enough to transform the product into an envelope. In addition, such a blanket will last less spacious counterparts. Practical parents try to make sure that the blanket lasts for a longer period, preferring products with dimensions of 100x100, 80x120, 100x140 cm.

In addition, when it loses its relevance as a blanket or bedspread, it can be used as a stylish cape for a chair.

How to knit a blanket for a baby, see below.