Debbie Bliss Water Babies Knitting Pattern
By Debbie Bliss
Specifications
| Brand: | Debbie Bliss |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted, Sport |
| Designer: | Debbie Bliss |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 4 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Age: 0 Months to 12 Months |
| Techniques and Construction: | Buttonhole, Buttons, Seamed, Stripes, Worked Flat |
| Needles Required: | 3.25mm (US 3), 3.00mm (US 2.5), 2.75mm (US 2) & 4.00mm (US 6) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | DB312 |
| Featured Products: | Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino Yarn - Merino Wool Sport Debbie Bliss Rialto DK Yarn - Superwash Merino DK Debbie Bliss Eco Baby Yarn - Cotton Sport |
What you'll need
| To Fit Age: | 0-3 Months | 3-6 Months | 6-9 Months | 9-12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Debbie Bliss Rialto DK Yarn - Superwash Merino DK
Navy (17)
|
5 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| To Fit Age: | 0-3 Months | 3-6 Months | 6-9 Months | 9-12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino Yarn - Merino Wool Sport
Slate (9)
|
2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| To Fit Age: | 0-3 Months | 3-6 Months | 6-9 Months | 9-12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Debbie Bliss Eco Baby Yarn - Cotton Sport
White (1)
|
3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| To Fit Age: | 0-3 Months | 3-6 Months | 6-9 Months | 9-12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino Yarn - Merino Wool Sport
Slate (9)
|
1 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Product Description
The Debbie Bliss Water Babies set is a beautiful nautical-themed layette that includes a double-breasted garter stitch jacket, two-button shoulder sweaters, and an adorable hat with a pom-pom on top. This set will outfit a special baby in style, and it is a perfect baby shower gift to welcome a new little one to the world! Each piece is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed. These pieces are knit in a variety of Debbie Bliss yarns soft enough for tender baby skin and have machine-washable ease for parents and caregivers.
Sizes: 0–3 (3–6, 6–9, 9–12) months
Finished Measurements:
Coat
Chest – 19¾ (21¾, 23¼, 25¼)"
Length to Shoulder – 9¾ (10¼, 11, 12¼)"
Sweaters (Breton and Guernsey)
Chest – 19 (20½, 22, 23½)"
Length to Shoulder – 9¾ (10¼, 11, 12¼)"
Beret – to fit babies 0–3 (3–6, 6–9, 9–12) months old
Yarn Requirements:
Coat – 5 (5, 6, 7) balls Debbie Bliss Rialto DK (100% Merino Wool; 50g/115yds), shown in 17 Navy
Breton Sweater – Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (55% Wool/ 33% Acrylic/ 12% Cashmere; 50g/137yds)
Main Color – 2 (2, 3, 3) skeins shown in 09 Slate and 700 Ruby
Color A – 1 skein shown in 100 White
Guernsey Sweater – 3 (3, 4, 4) balls Debbie Bliss Eco Baby (100% Organic Cotton; 50g/137yds), shown in 01 White
Beret – 1 (2, 2, 3) skeins Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (55% Wool/ 33% Acrylic/ 12% Cashmere; 50g/137yds) shown in 09 Slate and 700 Ruby, plus a small amount of contrasting color for pom-pom
Needles:
Coat – US 3 (3.25mm) and US 6 (4.00mm)
Breton Sweater – US 2 (2.75mm) and US 3 (3.25mm)
Guernsey Sweater – US 2 (2.75mm) and US 3 (3.25mm)
Beret – US 2½ (3.00mm) and US 3 (3.25mm)
Gauge:
Coat – 22 sts and 48 rows = 4" in garter stitch on US 6 (4.00mm) and Rialto DK
Breton Sweater – 25 sts and 34 rows - 4" in stockinette stitch on US 3 (3.25mm) and Baby Cashmerino
Guernsey Sweater – 25 sts and 34 rows - 4" in stockinette stitch with US 3 (3.25mm) and Eco Baby
Beret – 25 sts and 50 rows = 4" in garter stitch with US 3 (3.25mm) and Baby Cashmerino
Debbie Bliss Water Babies Knitting Collection
The Debbie Bliss Water Babies collection features a curated selection of knitted garments designed for infants and babies from newborn through 12 months of age. This downloadable PDF pattern collection includes four distinct projects: a structured coat, a classic Breton striped sweater, a traditional Guernsey sweater, and a charming beret. Each design is tailored to grow with your baby across four size ranges (0-3, 3-6, 6-9, and 9-12 months), making these timeless pieces practical investments for a developing wardrobe.
Coat
The coat is a sophisticated layering piece constructed from Debbie Bliss Rialto DK yarn in Navy. This garment is worked flat on straight needles and features a structured silhouette with finished chest measurements ranging from 50cm (19¾ inches) for newborns to 64cm (25¼ inches) for 12-month-olds. The coat incorporates professional finishing techniques including seamed construction for durability and a buttonhole closure system with six buttons for secure fastening. The design includes ribbed cuffs and a tailored fit, requiring 5 to 7 balls of yarn depending on size selection. Knitters will work with 3.25mm (US 3) and 4mm (US 6) needles to achieve the proper gauge and fabric structure.
Breton Sweater
The Breton sweater showcases classic striped colorwork using Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino in two colorways: Slate 09 or Ruby 700 for the main color paired with White 100 for contrast stripes. This intermediate-level design is worked flat and features a nautical aesthetic with horizontal stripe patterning throughout. The sweater is sized from 48cm (19 inches) to 60cm (23½ inches) across the chest and requires 2 to 3 balls of the main color plus one ball of white. Construction involves seamed assembly and button closures with four buttons for front fastening. Knitters will use 2.75mm (US 2) and 3.25mm (US 3) needles to work this refined baby garment.
Guernsey Sweater
The Guernsey sweater is crafted from Debbie Bliss Eco Baby yarn in White 01, offering an environmentally conscious option for eco-minded parents. This traditional sweater design is worked flat and features a clean, minimalist aesthetic with finished chest measurements between 56cm (22 inches) and 60cm (23½ inches) depending on size. The Guernsey incorporates button closures with three buttons for front opening and employs seamed construction techniques for a polished finish. This design requires 3 to 4 balls of yarn and is worked on 2.75mm (US 2) and 3.25mm (US 3) needles, making it accessible to intermediate knitters seeking sustainable fiber options.
Beret
The beret completes the Water Babies collection as a charming accessory piece suitable for ages 0-3 through 9-12 months. This hat is constructed from Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino in Slate 09 or Ruby 700, with optional contrast detailing in Ruby 700 or White 100. The beret is worked flat and features classic beret shaping with a structured crown. The design requires minimal yardage—only 1 to 3 balls depending on size—making it an efficient project for stash busting or coordinating with other Water Babies pieces. Knitters will use 3mm (US 2-3) and 3.25mm (US 3) needles to achieve the proper fabric weight and drape characteristic of traditional berets.
Techniques and Construction Methods
All projects in the Water Babies collection employ intermediate-level knitting techniques suitable for knitters with foundational skills. The patterns utilize flat knitting construction, meaning pieces are worked back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round, allowing for straightforward pattern reading and customization. Seamed assembly is employed across all garments, requiring knitters to join finished pieces using mattress stitch or similar seaming methods for professional results. Buttonhole construction is featured in the coat, Breton, and Guernsey designs, with detailed instructions for creating functional closures. Striped colorwork in the Breton sweater introduces color-changing techniques while maintaining flat construction simplicity. Button embellishments serve both functional and aesthetic purposes throughout the collection.
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