10 Beautiful Maternity Knitting Pattern Ideas
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10 Beautiful Maternity Knitting Pattern Ideas
Finding maternity clothes can be tricky. On one hand, you want to wear something comfortable. On the other hand, you don’t want to spend money on clothes that you’ll probably only wear in a year.
Luckily, these maternity knitting patterns can be worn during AND after you give birth. Check them out now!
Materials You Need for Chunky Knit Sweater Patterns!
- Knitting needles – You will need a sturdy pair of non-slippery knitting needles. You can use straight needles for flat projects, but a pair of circular knitting needles will make your knitting experience so much better.
Pro tip: Wooden knitting needles are great for slippery yarns and metal/ aluminum ones are perfect for “sticky” yarns like acrylic!
- Yarn – Make sure to check the pattern to see what yarn weight to use. Each pattern should list a recommended brand or weight in the “suggested yarn” section of the knitting pattern you’re following! We always recommend that you match the fiber type you’re using with the one used to make the pattern!
- Scissors – A pair of scissors is another important tool that you will use for all of your knitting projects. You’ll need them to cut the yarn when you’re done!
- Yarn/darning needle – You will need a yarn needle or darning needle to sew in the loose ends.
- Stitch markers – You might need stitch markers to keep track of where you are if you’re following a stitch pattern. We recommend “removable” or “locking” style stitch markers for most knitting projects. If you don’t have stitch markers, you can use a strand of scrap yarn—preferably in a different color so it’s easy to see.
10 Beautiful Maternity Knitting Pattern Ideas
Looking for cute maternity clothes? Perhaps you’re making a gift for a loved one who’s expecting. Regardless, these maternity knitting patterns will make the perfect gift!
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1. Nursing Poncho
By: Pierrot Yarns (Gosyo Co., Ltd.)
YARN: Fingering
SIZE: 18.3″
The Nursing Poncho may as well be one of the best baby shower presents ever! It’s a fashion statement and a fantastic way for having some privacy when breastfeeding while you’re out.
2. Merry Morning
By: DROPS Design
YARN: Worsted
SIZE: Small – XXL
Warm days can feel intense for pregnant women. So breezy maternity knits like the Merry Morning pattern is a must-add to their maternity wardrobe!
3. Western Sun
By: DROPS Design
YARN: Aran
SIZE: Small – XXXL
Flowy and comfy knitting patterns for new moms is the theme for this round up. So Western Sun naturally made it into this list.
This beautiful knit top pattern is perfect for anyone who wants to wear it — even expecting moms!
4. Orion
By: DROPS design
YARN: Fingering
SIZE: Small – XXXL
Convenience is key to maternity knits. You want a top that’s easy to wear and easy to take off.
The Orion does that and more!
5. The Wooly Raglan
By: Anna Gebhardt
YARN: Super Bulky
SIZE: Small – L
We all love cozy knit sweaters. Especially expecting moms! The The Wooly Raglan is a simple maternity knitting pattern that you can make for yourself or for a pregnant loved one.
6. Nicola
By: DROPS design
YARN: DK
SIZE: Small – XXXL
Flowy is what? THE THEME! Yes, the Nicola blouse knitting pattern is another lovely pattern that can also pass as maternity knits thanks to the loose fitting mid-section.
7. Raffia Pullover
By: Lena Skvagerson
YARN: Worsted
SIZE: Women’s XS – 6X
Sometimes we just can’t be bothered to get all done up. The Raffia Pullover is a lovely knitted top you can wear on its own during warm days and layer over cozy shirts in the fall.
8. Turtle Dove V-Neck
By: Sonder Yarn Co.
YARN: DK + Lace = Worsted
SIZE: 1 – 9
When in doubt, wear an oversized sweater! The Turtle Dove V-Neck has enough space to accommodate a growing belly. Plus the rib texture gives it that touch of refinement we all love!
9. Pandereta
By: DROPS design
YARN: Super Bulky
SIZE: Small – XXXL
Perhaps one of the prettiest knitting patterns for new moms on this list, the Pandereta is a sweet knit top pattern that looks fantastic in whatever yarn colors you make it it!
10. Josephine
By: DROPS design
YARN: DK
SIZES: Small – XXXL
Looking for something with a little more oomph? The Josephine knitted dress pattern might just be the one you need.
The lace detailing at the bottom half is truly a classy touch.
Moms deserve to feel cute during and after pregnancy!
Maternity clothes should be just as cute as your everyday wear. These elegant maternity knitting patterns are versatile and can be worm well after you give birth. So it’s definitely worth the time invested into making them!
Which of these patterns were your favorites? Talk about it in the comments section below!
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