For information on sizing, colors and crafting requirements for these patterns, please refer to the Programs section of this website.
Sewing Patterns
These sewing patterns were designed specifically for the Iowa NICUs supported by The Preemie Project.
Blanket Sleeper – The only size needed at this time is the 9-11lb size
Bereavement Bunting/Gown and Bonnet Instructions
Bereavement Bunting/Gown and Bonnet Pattern
Knitting Patterns
Jester Hat (A Preemie Project beginner favorite)
Michelle’s Preemie Booties and Hat (A Preemie Project beginner favorite)
Pumpkin Hat and Booties – Halloween
Seamless Preemie and Newborn “Pumpkin” hat – Halloween
Baby Bunny Newborn or Preemie Hat – Easter
Bunnies and Carrots -Easter
Born in the USA -4th of July
Stars and Stripes – 4th of July
Made in America – 4th of July
Christmas Tree Hat and Elfin Booties
Crochet Patterns
Preemie to Newborn Ribbed Baby Bootie
Bev’s Very Easy Preemie and Newborn Booties
Half Double Crochet Preemie Hat (A Preemie Project beginner favorite)
Preemie Pumpkin Hat – Halloween
Newborn Pumpkin Hat – Halloween
Crochet Monster Hats – Halloween
Newborn Peep Hat – Easter
Crochet Bunny Hat – Easter
Crochet Lamb Hat – Easter
Gingerbread Man Hat – Christmas
Santa’s Little Elf Hat – Christmas
Bereavement Patterns
Before using a garment pattern that is not listed here, please email TPP Bereavement Coordinator and ask if your pattern would work for the hospitals we donate to.
Bereavement Buntings:
Knit Burial Bunting – Touching Little Lives, adapted for larger size by Velda LaCoste
Crochet Burial Bunting – Warm Hearts Warm Babies
Bereavement/Christening Gowns & Sleepers:
RoseBud Preemie Dress by Carol Minnis–knit
Burial Gown by Lenore English
Gown for Baby Born Asleep–knit
Sleep Sack Patterns by Marcia Williams–knit
Hats and booties for Bereavement – suggested patterns:
Michelle’s Preemie Booties and Hat (A Preemie Project beginner favorite)
Bev’s Baby and Micro Preemie Ribs (NOTE: The micro-preemie pattern is perfect for early loss packages.)
Carissa Knits: Preemie Hats for Charity
So-Soft Preemie Hat – Knit
So-Soft Preemie Hat – Crochet
Blankets for Bereavement – suggested patterns:
Elegant, Simple Baby Blanket-knit
Knit Baby Blanket-knit
Alex’s Baby Blanket-knit
Basket Weave Baby Blanket-knit
Confetti Baby Blanket – Crochet
Spring into Summer Blanket – Crochet
Remembrance Items
See our pinterest page for more cute pattern ideas.
Ravelry is a great source for free and purchased patterns
You will find wonderful patterns for purchase on these website