Classic Matinee Jacket, Hat & Booties Knitting Kit – 4 Ply Merino Baby Set

Create a timeless handmade baby set with this beautiful Classic Matinee Jacket, Hat & Booties Knitting Kit in soft New Zealand Merino 4ply yarn. Designed for preemies through to 6 months, this traditional baby knitting pattern makes a thoughtful handmade gift for new arrivals, baby showers, or treasured keepsakes.

With its classic styling, delicate details, and beautifully soft merino wool, this baby knitting kit is perfect for knitters who love creating heirloom-quality garments with modern practicality. The included machine-washable merino yarn is gentle against delicate skin while remaining easy to care for — ideal for everyday wear.

Why You’ll Love This Baby Knitting Kit

• Complete knitting kit with pattern, yarn, buttons, and finishing details
• Soft and breathable New Zealand Merino 4ply yarn
• Machine washable for practical baby wear
• Suitable for preemies through to 6 months
• Timeless matinee jacket design with matching hat and booties
• Beautiful handmade gift for babies and new parents
• Premium natural fibres in a curated range of classic and modern shades

About the Yarn – Naturally New Zealand Merino 4ply

This premium New Zealand Merino 4ply yarn is wonderfully soft, lightweight, and perfect for baby knitting projects. Available in a beautiful palette of timeless neutrals and contemporary colours, it creates garments that are cosy, breathable, and gentle on sensitive skin.

Yarn Details

• Yarn Weight: 4 Ply
• Fibre: New Zealand Merino Wool
• Ball Size: 50g
• Meterage: 178m per ball
• Tension: 28 sts x 36 rows per 10cm
• Recommended Needle Size: 2.75mm – 3.25mm
• Care Instructions: Machine washable

Skill Level

Suitable for knitters with basic to intermediate knitting experience.

Kit Includes

Your knitting kit includes everything needed to create the Classic Matinee Jacket, Hat & Booties Set in your chosen size:

• Naturally New Zealand Merino 4ply / Baby Haven yarn
  (3 or 4 balls depending on size selected)
• Pack of 3 wooden buttons
• Printed knitting pattern
• “Hand Made with Love” leather tag

Optional Extras

You can also add:

• 2.75mm knitting needles
• 3.25mm knitting needles
• Stitch holders

Perfect For

• Baby shower gifts
• Newborn keepsakes
• Premature baby knitting
• Handmade baby wardrobes
• Heirloom baby knitting projects
• Luxury merino baby knits

This premium baby knitting kit combines timeless style with practical comfort, making it a beautiful project for knitters and a treasured handmade piece for little ones.