Make an Adorable Knitted Scrappy Bandana Bib — Easy Garter-Stitch Baby Pattern

These charming Knitted Scrappy Bandana Style Bibs are both practical and stylish for mealtime or play. Worked entirely in garter stitch from oddments of DK yarn, the scrappy colour changes create a fun patchwork look. The pattern is compact and beginner-friendly: start at the bottom, increase to shape the triangle, then work a simple strap and add a fastener.

Knitted in garter stitch throughout.

Materials

• Oddments of DK yarn
• 4 mm needles
• 1 button (or alternative fastener)

Change colour at the start of the first rows. Weave in ends.

Pattern

Begin at the bottom: cast on 2 stitches.

Row 1: knit into front and back of stitch (kfb), knit 1.

Row 2: K1, kfb, knit to end.

Knit 2 rows.

Next 2 rows: knit 2, kfb, knit to end.

Knit 2 rows.

Repeat the last set of increases until there are 30 stitches on the needle.

Buttonhole row: k4, yarn forward, k2 together, knit to end.

Knit 3 rows.

Cast off, leaving the last 5 stitches on the needle.

Strap

Knit every row on these remaining stitches until the strap measures 20 cm.

Cast off. Sew on the button (or attach your chosen fastener).

Finish by weaving in all loose ends. Adjust colours as you like to make a scrappy, colourful bib perfect for everyday wear.