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Giveaway- Knitted Animal Nursery: 35 gorgeous animal-themed knits for babies, toddlers, and the home

September 26, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Giveaway- Knitted Animal Nursery: 35 gorgeous animal-themed knits for babies, toddlers, and the home

Leave a comment in today’s post by October 5th, 2017 and you are in the running for this adorable knitting book that contains a whole bunch of projects that just might be perfect to dress up that cute little one you know for Halloween or for those monthly online pictures.

Open to U.S. residents only please.

Animal knits for babies and toddlers

Everyone loves babies, and everyone loves Fiona Goble’s wonderful knitted animal designs, so what could be more loveable than this collection of animal knits for babies up to three years old? For new babies, knit a puppy swaddling blanket, a bluebird bib, or “sleeping sheep” mitts. As your baby grows, they’ll look adorable in the tiger trousers and hat, the koala booties, or a bright-green frog hat and matching onesie. And as they start to crawl and explore the world, the bumblebee hat and shorts or the rabbit booties will add to their fun. For those just finding their feet, make a rabbit sweater, or a zebra cardigan, while older toddlers will love the chick socks and the chunky bear snood. For the nursery itself, the birds mobile, whale cushion, and polar bear rug will add character and warmth to your baby’s room, while the monkey rattle, and penguin and anteater toys will become treasured playthings. All the animals have terrific personality and charm, and will be loved by children and their parents alike. With simple stitches, full instructions for making up, and clear photographs to illustrate the details that give each animal its character, you will be able to knit something wonderful for the nursery in no time.

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Comments

  1. KAREN L THOMPSON says

    September 26, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    great photo prop,must have

  2. CdnCrafter says

    September 26, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    What adorable outfits! I would love to knit them for my Grandson!

  3. lspitfire says

    September 27, 2017 at 6:27 am

    I would love to knit some of these for babies at our local hospitals!!!

  4. annehaun says

    September 27, 2017 at 6:31 am

    Love these patterns – what a fun book this would be to own.

  5. Barbara says

    September 27, 2017 at 7:32 am

    Very cute!

  6. Nancy Williams says

    September 27, 2017 at 7:39 am

    So cute!

  7. Mary Helene says

    September 27, 2017 at 7:53 am

    So many cute outfits to knit for my grand daughter.

  8. Elizabeth Maurer says

    September 27, 2017 at 8:24 am

    Such adorable patterns. I’d love to have this for my library. I often knit for charity and I’m sure these outfits would be a hit.

  9. Theresa says

    September 27, 2017 at 9:02 am

    Any baby would look adorable in one of these outfits!!!

  10. Eleanor Glavin says

    September 27, 2017 at 9:15 am

    I’ve seen lots of “animal” knots over the years, but these are adorable! Way to go!

  11. dianelaces says

    September 27, 2017 at 9:25 am

    I would love to knit some of these for friends!

  12. knittingdancer says

    September 27, 2017 at 9:28 am

    This book would be great for baby showers gifts.

  13. LAVINA CHAFFIN says

    September 27, 2017 at 11:31 am

    Real cute outfit. I would love to have this book

  14. Audrey Pache says

    September 27, 2017 at 11:54 am

    Would make a wonderful surprise gift for a new baby around Halloween! I love making surprises!

  15. Suzan says

    September 27, 2017 at 11:59 am

    Oh I love this book! So many fun things to knit.

  16. Holly says

    September 27, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    Those tiger pants! SO cute.

  17. Martha Donley says

    September 27, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    With a new grandson who’s only a little more that 1 week old, I have a lot of baby knitting to do. This book looks like it would be great for that.

  18. CINDY VANGSNES says

    September 27, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    if i don’t will i will definitely buy!

  19. Rose Scott says

    September 27, 2017 at 1:03 pm

    I would love to win this book and make these for all the babies I hold so dear.

  20. joyce hancock says

    September 27, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    What a cute book! I would love to make some of these patterns for my grandkids.

  21. Mary Sue Owens says

    September 27, 2017 at 3:04 pm

    With a a new granddaughter and a new grandnephew…I NEED this book. ;>)

  22. Karey says

    September 27, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    This is just too adorable! I would love to make some of these patterns for my niece.

  23. Kim Reid says

    September 27, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    What sweet patterns in this amazing book, I would love to knit some of these for my grandchildren!

  24. Betty Clay says

    October 1, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    Our first grandbaby is 2 weeks old. Would love to knit up the projects in this book.

  25. Megan says

    October 2, 2017 at 11:51 pm

    These look so cute! Very excited to try some of the designs for my newborn.

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35 Rolled Magazine Crafts -You’ll Never Throw Away a Magazine Again

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You know that one drawer? The one stuffed with old magazines you swore you’d read again someday? Yeah, I had one too. Mine was a jumbled pile of home décor issues, a few random cooking magazines, and—don’t judge—some celebrity gossip ones from 2011 (I was emotionally invested, okay?). But here’s the thing… instead of tossing them all into the recycling bin, I discovered a whole new world of DIY that completely changed the way I looked at those glossy pages.

Rolled magazine crafts are the ultimate combo of relaxing, colorful, and oh-so-satisfying. It’s the kind of project that starts with “I’ll just roll a few pages” and ends with you surrounded by a vase, a bowl, three coasters, and plans to make a full-blown wall installation. There’s something magical about taking something destined for the trash and turning it into something genuinely beautiful. It’s like giving your old mags a second life—and honestly, they deserve it.

The best part? These projects are super versatile. You can go small with beads or bobby pins, or go big with wall art, wreaths, or even furniture pieces. (Yes, furniture! There’s a magazine stool in this roundup that blew my mind.) And don’t even get me started on the gift potential—handmade goodies like these make thoughtful, one-of-a-kind presents without breaking the bank.

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a mindful weekend project, there’s something incredibly rewarding about rolling paper into art. You’ll be amazed at how meditative the process is, and how quickly you’ll start eyeing every glossy page as potential craft material.

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So if you’ve been looking for an excuse to clean out that drawer, this is it. Not only are you decluttering, but you’re also creating stunning pieces that spark conversation and bring a pop of personality to any room. It’s a total win-win.

Personally, I’ve turned some of my oldest, most faded magazine pages into colorful bowls and ornaments—and every time I walk past them, I smile knowing they were rescued from the recycling bin. Crafting with rolled magazines isn’t just fun; it’s a little reminder that beauty can be found in the most unexpected places (even between old perfume ads and articles on how to organize your pantry).

So go ahead—grab those scissors, pour a cup of tea (or a cheeky glass of wine), and start rolling. And hey, if you make something amazing, I’d love to see it! Tag me on social or drop a comment below so we can all ooh and ahh together. Happy crafting, and remember: no magazine left behind.

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