we took off this weekend for annapolis, MD, where my dear nephew james is marrying his lovely fiancée diana this evening. this is a wonderfully happy opportunity for our whole family to get together—since we are spread fairly far and wide, that doesn’t happen often enough it seems.
anyway, in order to spend the most time possible with them, i thought i would take a few days off from the blog. but not without a treat for you! a book giveaway is in order, yes?
and since labor day is nearly upon us, i have just the thing (and this is in no way a nudge to the newlyweds!)
in the same vein as the wonderful 60 quick knits book, sixth&spring books has brought us another treasure trove of fun projects in cascade 220—this time, for babies in 60 quick baby knits.
this one is a total cute fest for us knitterly suckers—in the best possible way. with all manner of baby projects represented from blankets to sweaters to last minute scene-stealers
this book has it all. and if that wasn’t enough, every project presented is knit up in cascade 220 (or 220 superwash if you will), a perennial favorite among knitters for its nice hand, color range, versatile weight, and the fact that it is very readily available at an economic price.
there is a very decent representation of projects in each category, requiring a range of skill levels and time investment. this is one of the best things about the book—if you are learning to knit, there is something for you.
and if you’ve been knitting for years, but forgot about that baby shower you are attending this weekend, there’s something for you, too (i think this is my favorite thing in the book, hee-hee!). the accessory projects are too adorable—but many are quick knits, you can be sure.
and for planners, there are possibilities galore as well—several more intricate and amusing blankets are included.
which is not to say it’s all about blankets—i would never stop the baby parade there, haha. the book includes a number of really cute sweaters and garment sets.
being the aunt of many more boys than girls, i’m particularly happy about the number of truly handsome sweaters included for little guys
some with sleeves and some without; many with deeply-textured cables.
most are also unisex, if you’d like to knit one for that special little girl in your life. and if you’d like to knit something for a baby whose sex is as yet undetermined, there is plenty to choose from there
for me, the real fun begins with the accessories (i know you know what i mean, haha)
there is a hat to suit any mood you want to strike, from seriously handsome . . .
to traditional to super cute and amusing (see my fave above). feet and hand accessories are not lacking either
there are plenty of items here to use up the last of that project yarn or to make a nice smaller gift.
now here’s the best part—sixth&spring has generously offered to send one lucky reader of today’s review a gift copy of 60 quick baby knits. if you’d like to be in the running to win it, please leave a comment at the end of this post by 9pm EST on sunday, september 4th. we’ll announce the winner as soon as i can after that (we should be home on monday, but you never know!).
have a wonderful weekend!
382 thoughts on “baby, you got it”
Wow! What a treat to see these adorable patterns. Th earflap hat is a must make-I have two young grandsons living in the Adirondacks-the perfect hat for the winter.
ooh, this would be an amazing addition to my knitting library! ! and now I have lots of small children (niece, nephews, small cousins) to knit for…
Oh, what a cute book! I love several of the patterns and can’t wait to see it closer, so I hope I win. Thanks so much for sharing!
I’ll take a chance to win!!! Thank you so much, Anne!!!
Hope you have a lovely week-end with family and friends. Weddings are such wonderful celebrations. This is a fabulous looking book which I would love to own. From your pictures I see several projects I would cast on immediately!
What a great looking collection of patterns.
Good luck to your nephew and his bride. I hope they will be very happy together!
Some really great patterns.
Lovely patterns! Happy weekend!
F/Y/I — a lot of my lys will no longer be carrying Cascade 220 (regular), as there was a significant price increase, and they all will be carrying a different workhorse yarn — the skeins went from less than $6 to almost $10 retail — a huge jump. Sad; it is a great work-a-holic yarn.
Lo ely book! Just put it on my wish list!
I’d love to have a go at some of these. Have a lovely wedding
Looks like a great book, and I have a baby project to choose in the new few days. Perfect timing!
This book looks incredible – and I’m expecting another new niece in February. Perfect timing!
As a grandma, this looks like a fabulous book.
That is so dangerously cute. I mean for goodness’s sake! there is a sheep hat in there that even I must have.
I love the projects that you featured. What beautiful blankets – I’ll have to knit at least one!
Love this series of books — a brilliantly useful concept. Thanks for the review!
Such absolutely gorgeous knits. I would be beside myself knitting for my grandbabies if I had this book!! Oh wait. That would make two of me knitting. Even better! Thanks for this opportunity to win!!
Stoney Monte
There are some great little patterns in there.
Another friend has just announced a pregnancy, thats 5 in 2 years I have had to knit for! This book is just what I need :0
I’ve been eying this book for some time now and have it on my ‘wish’ list. I have two new grandchildren and lots of small knitting going on here 🙂
Omg I have a niece and nephew that I love to knit for! I always have trouble finding something to nice to knit for them though!
Cute knitting for babies! I am sure I can find someone who needs knitted items!
Wow! There are some supercute things in there! Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Nice stitch patterns in the baby blankets, think how many babies need some warm clothing too.
I had a thought..if we don’t win it…where can we buy it?
It looks like we’re having a lovely weekend here in MD, wishing the newlyweds much happiness!
We have a family wedding come up next month — hmmmm, if I won this book, I could be (for once) starting to plan ahead?
Looks like some great ways to use up a little stash! What a nice way to clear out more space for new stash.
Love the fun and classic designs. Littles grow so fast.
Looks like a gret book – thanks for the opportunity!
Happy wedding,……oh how I would enjoy this book!,…..several new little ones that I know of that are coming along soon………
I hope your weekend was wonderful- I think the book is too!
98% of these would look spectacular on my toddler — hope you have a great long weekend!
Very best wishes to your nephew and his new bride!
I’d love to add this book to my collection. I still have a number of grandchildren who could wear these. PLUS my youngest is getting married 3 weeks from today and that means even more grandchildren!!
Ooh gorgeous patterns – for some reason I never managed to finish anything for my baby, but am now finally catching up and knitting for friends’!
Anne, I hope you have a great time this weekend — and I love the baby book projects! I also like the idea that I could maybe finish such a project before the baby goes off to college . . .
Wonderful patterns. If I don’t win the book I will surely purchase it.
Thanks! Enjoy your long weekend.
I feel the same as the last comment. If I dont win it , I will purchase it .Love knitting baby “things”. Thanks Anne for the opportunity.
I hope you have a lovely time with family this weekend at the wedding! Thanks for the giveaway!
Would love a copy!
The hats! Oh my….I LOVE the hats!!
I hope you have a wonderful weekend with the extended family!
(And I would love to win the book – we’ve had 14 babies at my office in the last 18 months, with 4 more on the way later this year, and it would be nice to have a few new gift ideas.)
I hope you have a great weekend and the book seems to be another great one.—–Fran
I just got married a year ago and would love to have a book like this to prepare!!! Happy Labor day and congratulations to the happy couple, may they have a beautiful day on which to celebrate!
I would love to win this. I have lots of babes to knit for.
Great book. Would love to win it. Wish me luck.
It wasn’t until I saw the drawing that I realized how long it’s been since I commented! What an adorable book. With two friends expecting, I’m in dire need of projects I have half a chance of completing in time. 🙂
I’d love to be in with a chance to win – the book looks delightful! Thank you.
What a lovely book. I’m expecting and after a first trimester where I seriously lost my knitting mojo, I am now feeling better and looking for cute projects to knit.
This would be great timing — I, too, have a family wedding within the week and my brother informed us that they’re hoping to have children right away, so that means lots of knitting baby-things!
Would love a chance to win this book. Thank-you!
This summer has been all about weddings for this family – my son’s. What great fun it has been with family and friends.
Lynn
How fun! Enter me, too, please! There seems to be a crop of babies coming up for me to knit for…can’t wait! Thanks for hosting another giveaway! 🙂
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