Sweet Baby Crochet

From pretty in pink to beautiful in blue, babies everywhere will look adorable in these projects! Choose from more than 20 sweaters, booties, and hats in sizes from 6 to 18 months Crochet blankets and wearables for boys and girls with affordable, easy-care fibers Drop this book into your crochet bag and go--the compact size makes it perfect for take-along projects

Experienced crochet artists will find patterns for four precious baby dresses, matching headbands, and stitched flowers in this pattern collection. All designs are made using DK-weight yarn, and patterns are size-adjustable for newborns up to 24 months. Patterns include Stella's Cable Set, Ariel's Lace Dress, Madison's Boulevard Set, and Haylin's Twirls.

• Inspired original designs for baby boys and girls, multiply sized for newborns to 12 months • Includes 10 top-selling designs from Kristi Simpson's incredibly successful downloadable crochet pattern business, RAKJpatterns.com, as well as 25 new designs exclusive to this collection • Patterns include delightful hats, baby shoes and socks, headbands, skirts and pants, sweaters and vests, as well as blankets, bibs, and crocheted toys • Designs for crocheted photography props appropriate for baby portraits, like the Chevron Hat and Diaper Cover Set, Peapod Hooded Cocoon, and the Mossy Baby Pod • Patterns include detail shots and how-to photographs where appropriate, as well as photos of the finished garment • Also includes a tutorial section covering stitches used throughout the book, complete with step-by-step how-to photographs

A handy guide to crocheting eight projects that will help your skills grow—the perfect handmade gifts for baby showers and new parents. From blankets to hats to bags, Sweet Baby Crochet offers hooking fans eight patterns that are perfect for creating cuddly gifts for babies. Patterns include baby blankets, sweaters and hats, and even a handy Eight-Pocket Carryall. Each booklet includes an abbreviations section at the front.

From start to swaddling, these baby blankets crochet quickly and with ease. Six patterns ranging in size from 35 x 39" to 39 x 52" are detailed in easy-to-understand instructions appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced crochet crafters. There are neutral designs as well as those particularly appropriate for boys or girls, making baby shower gifts a breeze. The patterns use sport or medium worsted-weight yarn.

Sweet Baby Crochet features 20 original designs for boys and girls in sizes newborn to 24 months. Author Sandy Powers' appealing patterns include delightful ponchos with matching hats; charming sweaters, onesies, and coveralls; adorable booties; a darling owl-themed mobile; and more! All projects are machine washable and soft as a bunny. The book includes beautiful photography of the finished pieces and detailed photos of the more challenging stitches and techniques. Sweet Baby Crochet will appeal to beginners and experienced crocheters alike, with clear step-by-step instructions and a range of projects. This book is a must-have for any craft library.

Babies are adorable, and their crocheted swag should be, too! Blankets, sweaters, booties, hats, toys, and so much more make this book of 40 easy and oh-so-cute baby essentials the only one you'll need for crocheting for the babies in your life. There are patterns for girls and boys, and many that will work for either based on color choices. Sizes from newborn to 12 months will keep baby in style for their first year, and toys and blankets will continue to bring joy for years to come! Kristi Simpson is the author of many crochet design publications, including the popular Sweet & Simple Baby Crochet. By using a mix of stitches creatively, she designs patterns that are accessible for beginners and interesting for more advanced crocheters. Known for her fresh and modern style, Kristi's patterns have been published in magazines, books, catalogs, and online venues.

Keep your little one looking adorable and feeling comfortable with Cute and Easy Crocheted Baby Clothes. Using only the softest yarns, crochet expert Nicki Trench has created this striking collection of jackets, dresses, booties, hats and more that make the perfect gift for newborns and toddlers. Crochet Know-how covers all the techniques you will need and is a great resource for more confident crocheters to brush up on a stitch. In Sweaters and Cardigans you will find clothes to keep little ones warm and cozy, such as the Breton-style sweater for a boy or the cardigan with embroidered daisies for a girl. Outdoor Accessories has hats and blankets that are perfect for outdoor excursions, while Jackets and Booties has slippers, ponchos and more in a range of soft pastel colors. Finally, there's Toys, Accessories and Room Decorations, filled with fun items including an adorable mobile with crocheted animals and blocks with a bell to stimulate your baby's mind. With 35 cute and easy projects in total, there's more than enough to keep even the keenest crochet hook busy.