Warm & Cozy: Knit Your Own Hot Water Bottle Cover with Worsted Weight Yarn

As the chilly winds of winter approach, there’s nothing quite like snuggling up with a warm hot water bottle. To add a personal touch to your cozy evenings, why not knit your own hot water bottle cover? In this blog post, I’ll guide you through a simple and rewarding knitting pattern using worsted weight yarn. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, this project is perfect for adding a handmade touch to your winter essentials. Let’s dive into the details and get ready to create a snug and stylish cover for your hot water bottle.

Materials:

4.00mm circular needles long enough for magic loop
Around 50g of worsted weight yarn (this is perfect for scrap busting)
one hot water bottle measuring roughly 6.5 inches wide and 10 inches tall. I have a few for sale in my shop here: https://mountaintopyarn.com/collections/my-latest-releases/products/hot-water-bottle

Notes:
Gauge: 22sts per 4in

Stitch definitions:
kfb – knit front and back.
k – knit
p – purl
ssk – slip slip knit (left leaning decrease)
k2tog – knit 2 together (right leaning decrease)

Instructions:
Using the Turkish cast-on method, cast on 22 stitches.

Row 1: knit plain
Row 2: *(kfb, k to last 2 stitches, kfb, k1), *repeat for the second needle.

Repeat rows 1 and 2 until you have 34 stitches on each needle.

Work plain stocking stitch until the piece measures 6 3/4 inches from the cast on edge.

Begin decreases as follows:
Row 1: *(ssk, knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, k1), *repeat for the second needle.
Row 2: knit plain

Repeat Row 1 and 2 until you have 26 stitches on each needle.

Work Row 1 until there are 14 stitches on each needle.

Ribbing:
Work k1, p1 ribbing for 2 1/2 inches.

Bind off with a super stretchy bind off and weave in ends.

Knitting your hot water bottle cover is not just a practical DIY project; it’s a delightful way to infuse warmth and personality into your winter routine. With the soft embrace of worsted weight yarn, you’ll craft a cover that not only keeps your hot water bottle toasty but also adds a touch of handmade charm to your home. I hope this knitting pattern brings you comfort and joy during the colder months. Happy knitting!