Specifications
| Brand: | Valley Yarns |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Designer: | Valley Yarns |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 4 |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Finished Size: | Cardigan: 0–3 Months to 12–24 Months, Diaper Cover: 0–6 Months to 18–24 Months, Hat: 0–6 Months to 12–24 Months, Blanket: 36" x 36" |
| Techniques and Construction: | Buttonhole, Top Down, Worked Flat, Worked In The Round |
| Needles Required: | 3.50mm (US 4) & 3.75mm (US 5) Circular Needles and 3.75mm (US 5) Double Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | 1337 |
| Featured Products: | Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport Yarn |
What you'll need
| To Fit Age: | 0–3 Months | 3–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 12–24 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport Yarn
Light Blue (9)
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2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| To Fit Age: | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 12-18 Months | 18–24 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport Yarn
Light Blue (9)
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2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| To Fit Age: | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 12–24 Months |
|---|---|---|---|
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Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport Yarn
Light Blue (9)
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1 | 1 | 1 |
| To Fit Age: | 36in x 36in |
|---|---|
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Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport Yarn
Light Blue (9)
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10 |
Product Description
Valley Yarns Snowbell is an adorable layette for babies and toddlers with a matching cardigan, blanket, hat, and diaper cover. All four pieces are knit in Valley Superwash Sport, a favorite for baby and children’s items for its machine-washability and smooth and soft feel. A waving rib stitch pattern adds a little pizazz to these classic garments, and gives them a cohesive look as well. Hat is knit seamlessly in the round from brim to crown while the other items are knit flat in one piece. Cardigan is a straightforward top-down raglan and diaper cover features elastic in the foldover waistband for a great fit. Wow a new parent with a thoughtful set of easy-care handmade items with Snowbell! Waving rib stitch pattern is both charted and written out.
This pattern is only available as a PDF download!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes:
Cardigan – 0–3 (3–6, 6–12, 12–24) months, sample shown in size 6-12 months.
Diaper Cover – 0–6 (6–12, 12–18, 18–24) months, sample shown in size 6-12 months.
Hat – 0–6 (6–12, 12–24) months, sample shown in size 6-12 months.
Blanket – One Size
Finished Measurements:
Cardigan – 18 (18¾, 20¾, 22½)" circumference at chest, buttoned
Diaper Cover – 19 (21, 23, 24½)" circumference at waistband
Hat – 13 (14¾, 16½)" circumference at rise
Blanket – 36" x 36"
Yarn Requirements: Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport (100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool; 50g/153yds)
Cardigan – 2 (2, 3, 3) balls, shown in #09 Light Blue
Diaper Cover – 2 balls, shown in #09 Light Blue
Hat – 1 ball, shown in #09 Light Blue
Blanket – 10 balls, shown in #09 Light Blue
Needles:
US 4 (3.50mm) 16" circular
US 5 (3.75mm) 16" and 24–32" circulars, and DPNs, or size needed to get gauge
Notions: ¾ yd of ¾" elastic, six ½" buttons, sewing needle and thread to match yarn
Gauge: 26 sts and 32 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch with US 5 (3.75mm) needles, blocked
Valley Yarns Snowbell: Gender Neutral Baby Knitting Set
Project Overview
The Valley Yarns Snowbell is a comprehensive gender neutral knitting set designed by Julie Turjoman, ideal for newborns through toddlers. This coordinated collection includes four separate projects: a cardigan, matching diaper cover, hat, and stroller blanket. All pieces are crafted in the same soft, washable yarn and feature complementary texture patterns, making this an excellent choice for gift-giving or creating a complete baby wardrobe in one design.
Cardigan Details
The cardigan is the centerpiece of the Snowbell set, available in four sizes ranging from 0–3 months through 12–24 months, with finished chest circumferences from 18 inches to 22½ inches. This intermediate-level project is worked flat and top-down, beginning with the yoke and progressing downward. The construction features raglan shaping for the sleeves, creating a well-fitted silhouette suitable for layering over other garments.
The cardigan showcases repeating knit and purl stitch textures that add visual interest and tactile appeal to the garment. Once the stockinette stitch yoke is completed, the piece transitions into a Waving Rib stitch pattern worked in a wide band below the waistband. The cardigan includes six ½" buttons for closure, with buttonholes worked into the front bands during construction. The waistband features a channel through which elastic is threaded, providing a comfortable and adjustable fit for growing babies.
Diaper Cover Details
The matching diaper cover is sized for 0–6 months through 18–24 months, with waistband circumferences ranging from 19 inches to 24½ inches. Like the cardigan, the diaper cover features the same Waving Rib stitch pattern and is worked in the same yarn for visual coordination. The waistband includes an elastic channel, secured with ¾ yard of ¾" elastic threaded through using a large safety pin. This practical design keeps the cover securely in place while remaining comfortable against delicate skin.
Hat Details
The hat is available in three sizes for 0–6 months through 12–24 months, with circumferences at the rise ranging from 13 inches to 16½ inches. This project is worked in the round, allowing for seamless construction. The hat coordinates with the cardigan and diaper cover, completing the coordinated set with minimal yardage requirements.
Stroller Blanket Details
The stroller blanket is worked in one size, measuring 36 inches square, making it an ideal portable accessory for outings. This project requires the most yardage of the set and provides a practical finishing piece to the collection.
Techniques and Construction Methods
The Snowbell set employs several key knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level crafters. The cardigan utilizes top-down construction, a popular method that allows knitters to try on the garment as it progresses and easily adjust length. Raglan shaping creates seamless sleeve caps that fit smoothly into the body. The cardigan is worked flat on straight or circular needles, while the hat is worked in the round for a seamless finish. Buttonhole construction is incorporated into the cardigan's front bands, and the waistband channels require careful stitch placement to accommodate elastic threading.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
The designs feature repeating knit and purl stitch textures that create visual texture and interest. The primary stitch pattern employed is the Waving Rib, a textured stitch pattern that appears in a wide band on the cardigan below the waistband and throughout the diaper cover. Stockinette stitch forms the foundation of the cardigan yoke, providing a smooth base for the raglan shaping before transitioning to the Waving Rib pattern.
Yarn and Materials
All pieces in the Snowbell set are crafted from Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport, a yarn composed of 100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool. This fiber choice is particularly suited for baby garments, offering softness against delicate skin while providing practical washability. The yarn is available in Light Blue (Color 09), creating a cohesive color story across all four projects. Yarn requirements vary by project: the cardigan requires 2–3 balls depending on size, the diaper cover requires 2 balls, the hat requires 1 skein, and the stroller blanket requires 10 balls.
Needles and Tools
The cardigan and diaper cover are worked on US size 5 (3.75 mm) circular needles in 16" and 24"–32" lengths, along with double-pointed needles, or
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