Made with Love - Baby Bib and Bottle Warmer in Anchor - Downloadable PDF

Made with Love – Baby Bib and Bottle Warmer Embroidery Pattern by Anchor

This free downloadable PDF pattern from Anchor Studio guides you through creating two beautifully coordinated baby accessories: an embroidered baby bib and a matching baby bottle warmer. Designed by Anchor Studio and released by MEZ GmbH, this project makes a heartfelt handmade gift for a new baby, combining classic counted embroidery techniques with practical, everyday items. The pattern carries design number 00600003-00708-09 and is rated Easy, making it accessible to beginners while still being a satisfying and rewarding project for more experienced embroiderers.

What You Will Make

Baby Bib

The baby bib measures 18 x 18 cm overall, with an embroidered panel area of 12 x 4.5 cm. The design is worked onto the Aida panel of a ready-made light blue baby bib, positioning the embroidery centrally for a neat, professional finish. The charming motif is stitched using a carefully selected palette of Anchor Stranded Cotton colours.

Baby Bottle Warmer

The baby bottle warmer measures 13 x 25 cm, with an embroidered section of 11 x 3.5 cm. Like the bib, it features a coordinating embroidery design worked in a complementary selection of Anchor Stranded Cotton thread colours, creating a beautifully matched set that is perfect for gifting.

Techniques Used

Cross Stitch

The main body of each design is built up using cross stitch, a classic counted embroidery technique in which X-shaped stitches are formed over a grid of fabric. Because the bib features a built-in Aida panel, the evenly woven fabric makes counting and placing stitches straightforward and precise. The pattern instructs that one square on the chart represents one stitch, keeping the process clear and easy to follow.

Backstitch

Outlining and fine detail work is completed using backstitch, which is worked from right to left. Backstitch creates clean, continuous lines that define shapes, add lettering, and bring crisp detail to the finished embroidery. The pattern specifies that cross stitch should be completed first, with backstitch added afterwards as the finishing layer.

Stitches Used

• Cross Stitch – the primary fill stitch, forming the main design elements
• Backstitch – used for outlines and detail, worked right to left over the completed cross stitch

Materials and Thread

Anchor Stranded Cotton

All embroidery in this pattern is worked using Anchor Stranded Cotton 8m skeins, with 2 strands used throughout. Anchor Stranded Cotton is a six-strand divisible thread known for its consistent quality, vibrant colour range, and excellent coverage on Aida and evenweave fabrics.

Thread Colours Required

• Baby Bib: 1 skein each of Anchor Stranded Cotton shades #2, #144, #311, #885, #978, #1031
• Baby Bottle Warmer: 1 skein each of Anchor Stranded Cotton shades #144, #311, #885, #978, #1031

All Anchor threads are produced in accordance with Oeko-Tex standards, with tested pH values and colours that adhere to Global Fastness Standards, making them safe and suitable for use on baby items.

Notions and Tools

• 1 x light blue baby bib with an integrated Aida panel (18 x 18 cm)
• 1 x Tapestry Needle No. 24 – the blunt tip of a tapestry needle is ideal for passing