Choosing Yarn for Knitted or Crocheted Baby Sweater
Here at Mayflower, you'll find a wide range of different patterns for babies, so naturally, you can also find a lovely pattern for a knitted or crocheted baby sweater. We always recommend a specific yarn quality for each pattern, but there are certain things to consider when choosing yarn.
Mayflower's wool yarn is incredibly soft and lovely, but it is also warm. This characteristic is a great advantage if you want to make a winter sweater, but less useful in the summer months. If you want to create a nice baby sweater for the summer, you can instead opt for cotton yarn, which is less warm and also breathable. Of course, you can also choose a yarn quality that is a blend of wool and cotton. This way, you get the best qualities from both materials, making it more likely that the knitted or crocheted baby sweater can be used year-round.
Choosing the Size for Homemade Baby Sweater
If you've decided to make a knitted or crocheted baby sweater, you'll soon need to choose a size for the sweater. This is often a challenging decision because you need to consider several factors.
First and foremost, it's important to remember that it's better for a baby sweater to be slightly too big. Babies grow quickly, so they can outgrow a sweater if it's already a bit too small when they receive it. Additionally, consider that it will take time for you to make the sweater, and there may be delays, so the project may take longer than expected.
In general, we always recommend making baby clothes a few sizes too big. This way, the recipient can get the most enjoyment out of your hard work. It's also important to remember that a little extra room in baby clothes is generally beneficial for optimal freedom of movement.
