Cozy Knitted Baby Boots with Bow — Easy NB to 0–3M Pattern
These knitted baby boots combine cozy garter stitch texture with a sweet bow — a quick, stylish project that fits newborn (NB) and 0–3 months. Knit on small needles for a snug, soft finish that keeps tiny feet warm. Below is the pattern and simple finishing tips so you can make a matching pair in two colors.
Notes: Sizes given are NB and 0–3 months. The pattern is worked on US 1 needles (you may go up one needle size to make the boots larger and last longer).
Materials: Soft baby-friendly yarn in a bottom color (CC) and a top color (MC); US 1 knitting needles; a darning needle for seaming and attaching the bow.
Sizing: NB (0–3 months)
Cast on (CO): 31 (35) sts in bottom color (CC)
Row 1: k15 (17), pm, k1, pm, k15 (17)
Row 2: kfb, k to marker, m1, k1, m1, k to last st, kfb
Row 3 (and all odd rows): k
Row 4: kfb, k to marker, m1, k3, m1, k to last st, kfb
Row 6: kfb, k to marker, m1, k1, m1, k3, m1, k1, m1, k to last st, kfb
Row 8: kfb, k to marker, m1, k1, m1, k7, m1, k1, m1, k to last st, kfb
Rows 9–18 (20): k (remove markers as you come to them). You will have 10 (11) garter stitch ridges.
Row 19 (21): switch to top color (MC) and k
Row 20 (22): k15 (17), ssk 5 times, k1, k2tog 5 times, k to end
Rows 21–23 (23–25): k (note: to this point these are the Saartje Bootees)
Row 24 (26): k16 (17), ssk 2 times, k1, k2tog 2 times, k to end
Row 26 (27): Bind off (BO)
Time to seam: Fold and seam the bootie as shown in the photo or to personal preference, making sure seams are secure but soft against baby's skin.
For the bow (NB then 0–3 month):
CO 8 (10). Knit in garter stitch for 28 (32) rows (that’s 14 (16) garter ridges). BO.
For the center knot: CO 3 (4). Knit in sts for 9 (11) rows. BO.
To attach the bow: Center the knot over the bow piece and secure by throwing a stitch through the whole bow assembly so it won't pull out. Then tack the four corners of the bow to the bootie where you want them. This allows some adjustability for the final look.
Finishing tips: Weave in ends neatly and check seams for softness. If you prefer a larger fit, try one needle size up, as noted above.