Create a Beautiful Hand-Knit Baby Blanket with a Classic Heart Motif
• Free downloadable PDF knitting pattern
• Beginner-friendly intarsia technique
• Perfect for gifts, new arrivals, or keepsakes
• Timeless design with a modern handmade feel
Designed by Laura Strutt, this intarsia Love Heart Baby Blanket knitting pattern is a much-loved design originally published in Knitted Baby Blankets (CICO Books, £14.99).
The pattern features a bold heart motif worked using simple intarsia, making it an ideal introduction to colourwork for knitters who want to build confidence while creating something truly special. The finished blanket is both practical and sentimental — perfect for baby showers, christenings, or welcoming a new little one.
Clear, easy-to-follow instructions guide you through each stage, making this pattern suitable for confident beginners as well as more experienced knitters looking for a relaxing, meaningful project.
This free PDF pattern is available for personal use and can be downloaded instantly so you can start knitting straight away.
Photography by Holly Jolliffe © CICO Books.

