“This is what I call grass roots! Featuring chain-stitched ears and tails, sprightly black-and-whit cows graze over a cheerful backdrop of blue and green. Top the hat off with a bell and yarn bows for a fanciful finish.”

• From Creature Conforts: Cozy Knits for Wee Ones, by Amy Bahrt. Sixth & Spring Books, 2005. pp. 56-57.

This pattern includes instructions for a matching cardigan, hat, and blanket, which use color-working and some other embellishments. Instructions are provided for babies and toddlers between 6 and 18 months.