Whether you're already a fan of the sweet knitted wonders designed by Norwegian moms Hanne and Torunn or you're a newcomer, you're in for a beautiful, Scandinavian-style treat. Here are 40 new patterns for soft and easy garments for children, all focused on the fun, active days of summer! Using fine merino wool yarn and cotton blends makes them not too warm but just right. And not an itch in sight. For newborns to age 10, the projects are a mix of quick-to-knit and more challenging; each includes a convenient difficulty-level rank. Wonderful creations like these will add Scandinavian magic to your be ready for the party in a sweet Olivia Onesie knitted in a cotton blend yarn. Kangaroo Pants knit up fast on large needles and are equally cute on a newborn or a four-year-old. The David Sweater-Jacket is perfect for summer, and like all the heirloom-quality designs it can be passed down from brother to sister. Billie Shorts are delightful to wear and also to make—garter-stitch shorts, knitted sideways. The Dinosaur Cap or the Blueberry Girl’s Summer Kerchief are perfect to fend off summer breezes. And Lace Tights let you knit up a simple lace pattern plus try a new cast-on method for fine lacy edgings.
