The Rainbow Baby Blanket and Octopus Comforter Knitting Pattern, designed by the talented Nicola Valiji of Knitola, is now available to buy at Knitwell Wools.

This beautifully colourful baby blanket uses a selection of pastel shades to create a lovely striped rainbow design. The repeated techniques used make for a very relaxing knitting project. The pattern also includes the addition of a cuddly companion, which has a squishy body and twisted tentacles for little ones to grasp making it the perfect sensory toy! This pattern is easily adaptable should you prefer to create in your own colour scheme using other shades from the Woolcraft Baby Care DK range. A crochet version of this pattern is also available!

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The Woolcraft Baby Care DK Yarn Pack includes:

1 x 100g White (600)

1 x 100g Baby Blue (603)

1 x 100g Lilac (61)

1 x 100g Pink (601)

1 x 100g Peach (622)

1 x 100g Mint (606)

1 x 100g Lemon (602)

1 x Rainbow Baby Blanket and Octopus Comforter Knitting Pattern Leaflet

Woolcraft Baby Care DK is a popular, 100% Acrylic baby yarn, available in 16 shades including classic pastels and bold brights. Knit or Crochet items which are super soft and gentle on little one's delicate skin.
Measurements:

Blanket: 126cm x 88cm including border (approx.).

Octopus: Height 22cm including legs (approx.).

Additional materials needed:

Tapestry Needle.

Toy Stuffing.

Optional: Two Toy Safety Eyes.

Small amount of Black Yarn required to embroider the Octopus's eyes and mouth.

* Note: If you intend to sell items you make using this pattern, please ensure you check your country's rules and regulations for selling handmade toys. Toy safety eyes for are not suitable for children under three years old. Please ensure all necessary safety precautions are undertaken before handing your makes to small children. Adult supervision recommended.

Pattern Edit:

Correction to first paragraph: Using 4mm circular knitting needles and Yarn B, cast on 147 sts. Rows 1-3: Knit. Row 4 (WS): P2, *p2tog, yo; rep from * until one st rems, p1. Rows 5-6: Knit. Break Yarn B and join Yarn C.