Hand knitted baby cardigans are such a gorgeous part of a new baby’s wardrobe. When I was expecting my babies I loved knitting them...

Little Squares - patchwork blanket week 8 This pattern is a simple repeat of knit and purl stitches to create a chequered effect. Cast on...

Diamond stitch This patchwork blanket square features a small diamond pattern repeated. Cast on 22 1st row: K2, p1, (k5, p1) 3 times to...

This week we are introducing a simple eyelet stitch. For this square you will want to cast on 23 stitches. Row 1: knit Row 2: purl Row 3:...

For week three I have created a moss stitch/seed stitch square. This creates a lovely texture. I use this stitch as borders in some of my...

For the second square of the blanket I have knitted a stocking stitch square. Stocking stitch is the next beginners stitch to learn after...

Patchwork baby blanket knit along

Sleep is a topic that often comes up with mothers of children of all ages! I don't think there are many who have had zero challenges with...

🧶 F A I R   I S L E 🧶 Fair Isle is a tiny island north of Scotland, which lies between Orkney and Shetland. It is the most remote...

🧺 M O N D A Y S 🧺 I always dream of having a great housekeeping routine - set days for doing the washing, and ironing etc. Somehow it...

This week K Girl is reading Dear Zoo. So cuddle up and enjoy the story together. (Wearing the Dot & Lizzi handmade vintage floral...

I love pinafores they are so versatile and comfortable - perfect for all occasions and for all year round. My favourite book as a child...

Being a mum is tough. And admitting that out loud is also tough. I’ll never forget the first night with my newborn son. He was born at...

Welcome to my first blog post at Dot & Lizzi! Blogging is pretty new to me, so please join me as I start this blogging journey! I’ve got,...