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10 of the Best Free Baby Patterns from DROPS

Is a little one on the way for you or for friends or acquaintances? Then a handmade baby item is, of course, a lot of fun to make. In this blog, we’ll highlight the ten best free patterns from DROPS for babies. Are you going to knit a baby cardigan, or will it be a crocheted baby blanket after all?

DROPS Patterns: Crochet and Knitting for Babies

1. DROPS Baby Merino Knitted Baby Cardigan


Ahh, we’re absolutely smitten with this pattern for a knitted baby cardigan. Not only does the cardigan have a gorgeous color, but it also features an adorable detail on the chest: a tiny embroidered bee. You knit the cardigan from the top down, and you’ll need Baby Merino yarn. For the bee, use scraps of Baby Merino Extra Fine. You can find the pattern at Garnstudio.

DROPS Baby Merino Mix 048 Blush
DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 01 Natural
DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 02 Black
DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 30 Mustard

2. DROPS Merino Extra Fine Knitted Baby Blanket


This little blanket keeps a baby nice and warm. It measures between 45 and 65 centimeters wide and between 52 and 80 centimeters long. The textured pattern gives the blanket a nice touch, making it more than just an ordinary blanket. You can knit it using DROPS Merino Extra Fine, and you can find the pattern at Garnstudio.

DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 26 Pistachio
DROPS Patterns: Crochet and Knitting for Babies

3. DROPS Merino Extra Fine Knitted Sweater for Babies


This cute little sweater is a staple that’s a must-have in any young child’s wardrobe. You’ll knit this sweater using DROPS Merino Extra Fine, a wonderfully soft yarn. The sweater is knitted from the top down with raglan sleeves, and you can find the complete pattern for free on Garnstudio.

DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 39 Ice Blue

4. DROPS Alpaca Crocheted Baby Vest


Looking for a soft, warm cardigan to wear over a long-sleeved onesie? Then this pattern is for you. You’ll crochet it using DROPS Alpaca and add a pretty V-neck, buttons, and pocket edges. Find the free pattern on Garnstudio.
If you'd like, you can also make a pair of matching pants to go with it. You can find the pattern here.

DROPS Alpaca Uni Color 0100 Natural
DROPS Alpaca Uni Color 4010 Light Lavender
DROPS Button, Curved, White, 15 mm
DROPS Patterns: Crochet and Knitting for Babies

5. DROPS Merino Extra Fine Knitted Baby Booties


There’s no baby shower gift cuter than these booties. With this free pattern, you’ll be knitting these baby booties using ribbing and garter stitch in no time. The booties are made with two different colors, which adds a fun touch. Are you going to give it a try?

DROPS Merino Extra Fine Mix 08 Light Beige
DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 37 Dark Grey/Green

6. DROPS Air Knitted Baby Blanket


Are you a fan of neutral colors? Then maybe this white baby blanket could be your new project. The “Stitches In Time” is knitted with Drops Air, a yarn made from baby alpaca and Merino Wool. It’s wonderfully soft and warm, so your little one will fall asleep in no time. Lovely! You can find the free pattern here.

Drops Air Uni Color 001 Natural
DROPS Patterns: Crochet and Knitting for Babies

7. DROPS Baby Merino Hat and Bib for Babies


Just look at how cute this matching set is! The knitted hat and matching bib feature a super cute pattern and are wonderfully soft for babies. You can choose this sea green color, or you can knit the set in a different color. Which one will you go for? You can find the free pattern for this matching set on Garnstudio.

DROPS Baby Merino Uni Color 043 Light Sea Green
DROPS Button, Curved, White, 15 mm

8. DROPS Merino Extra Fine Knitted Romper with Cables


At some point, your baby will start crawling, and of course, a cool crawling outfit is a must-have in their wardrobe. This Ready to Play Romper is perfect! It features cables and seed stitches, giving it a super playful look. Will you choose the Dark Grey/Green color, or would you prefer a lighter shade? Either way, you can find the pattern at Garnstudio.

DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 37 Dark Grey/Green
DROPS Button, Curved, White, 15 mm
DROPS Patterns: Crochet and Knitting for Babies

9. DROPS Safran or Baby Merino Crocheted Blanket


Yawn! Your little one will have the sweetest dreams under this little blanket. You can crochet this blanket using two different yarns: Safran or Baby Merino. Both yarns are wonderfully soft, so the choice is yours. The lace pattern gives the blanket a chic look. This blanket is sure to look adorable in a crib or playpen! Check out the pattern at Garnstudio.

DROPS Safran 005 Lavender

10. DROPS Merino Extra Fine Knitted Romper with Flower Buttons


Last on our list of the cutest patterns for babies is this knitted onesie. It’s knitted using a textured pattern and features a warm hood. The adorable flower buttons complete the look. Will you make it in apple green, or will you go for a bolder color like Mustard? Find the free pattern here.

Drops Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 15 Light Grey/Green
DROPS Merino Extra Fine Uni Color 30 Mustard
DROPS Button Flower Mother of Pearl 15 mm - Natural Luster & 2-Hole

Yarnplaza is a DROPS Superstore


Did you know that Yarnplaza is a DROPS Superstore? That means you can find a huge selection of DROPS yarns here, always at the best prices.