Knitting for babies is a great joy and can become a positive at what can be a very difficult time for parents and families. There are charities, organisations and services out there that are crying out for help caring for premature babies, with knitting a great way to show your support in a practical way.
Getting started
If you think you could knit booties, blankets, hats or other items for premature babies, this type of charitable effort could be perfect for you. Bliss, a charity that supports the parents and families of premature and sick babies, advises you to start by contacting your local neonatal unit to find out which items they need. You can find out more about Bliss on the charity’s website.
Once you have established a need and decided which items you want to knit, you will need a pattern to follow. There are lots of these available, whether you pick one up from a craft or charity shop or browse the internet. There are also lots of downloadable patterns available to download on the Bliss website for free, although a donation is always welcome.
You can also find complete knitting kits available to buy from companies such as www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/knitting-kits. These make it super-simple to create items by providing you with everything you need to get the job done, from the pattern and instructions to all the wool you need. Some even include a needle to sew your item if this is required.
Who can knit for premature babies?
Anyone can knit for premature babies, with patterns and knitting kits available to suit all levels of experience. Even complete novices can experience the joy of giving by creating simple blankets to keep little ones warm.
