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14 Free Crochet Patterns for Babies & Toddlers

14 Free Crochet Patterns for Babies & Toddlers

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Hello, Readers! You can never have enough crochet patterns! FaveCrafts has hundreds of free crochet patterns, but we pulled our absolute favorite baby and toddler patterns for this eBook so you’ll have a reference next time you’re looking for baby gift ideas. The patterns in this book range in skill level, so you’re sure to find something you can make quickly and easily, before the baby arrives! There’s nothing sweeter than making a handmade gift for a new baby or toddler, so check out this collection of free patterns and start working on your favorite! You can find more craft projects, great activities for kids and decorating ideas at www.FaveCrafts.com. Our eBooks, like all of our craft projects, are absolutely FREE. Please feel free to share with family and friends and ask them to sign up at our website for free newsletters from FaveCrafts.com. We hope you enjoy reading and creating! Sincerely,

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14 Free Crochet Patterns for Babies & Toddlers eBook Table of Contents Baby Clothes .................................... 5

Slippons for Boy ........................................... 28

Sweet Baby Poncho ....................................... 5

Crochet Baby Shoes ..................................... 33

Eco Baby Set ................................................... 6

Bath Buddy .................................................. 34

Striped Baby Sweater................................... 12

Lace Trim Baby Bib....................................... 36

Crochet Jumper with Granny Pockets ......... 17

Baby Blankets ................................38

Sedona Toddler Skirt .................................... 20

Granny Inspired Chevron Baby Blanket ....... 38

Cute Sailor Suit ............................................. 23

Precious Pink Baby Afghan .......................... 39

Baby Accessories ........................... 26

Natural Baby Blanket ................................... 41

Day of the Week Bibs and Booties ............... 26

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Baby Clothes Sweet Baby Poncho By: Bernat Using Bernat Baby Cakes lacy pattern you can make this adorable baby crochet poncho. It fits a baby from size 12 to 24 months. It's the perfect outfit for the summer.

Measurements: One size to fit baby 12/24 mos. Approx 27 ins [68.5 cm] square. Materials: Bernat® Baby Cakes (100 g/3.5 oz; 185 m/203 yds) 43650 (Punkin’) 3 balls Size 5 mm (U.S. H or 8) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. GAUGE 13½ dc and 7 rows = 4 ins [10 cm]. Notes: • Poncho is worked in one piece. • Ch 3 at beg of row counts as dc. Instructions: Ch 93. 1st row: (RS). 1 dc in 4th ch from hook. 1 dc in each ch to end of chain. 91 dc. Turn.

2nd row: Ch 3. *1 dc in next dc. Ch 1. Miss next dc. Rep from * to last 2 dc. 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Turn. 3rd row: Ch 3. *1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to last 2 dc. 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Turn. Rep last 2 rows until work from beg measures 11½ ins [29 cm], ending with 2nd row. Place marker at each end of last row. Left Front Next row: (RS). Ch 3. (1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp) 17 times. 1 dc in next dc. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. Next row: Ch 3. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. *Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in next dc. Rep from * to last dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn. Rep last 2 rows until work from marked row measures 2 ins [5 cm], ending with a RS row. Fasten off. Right Front: (RS). Miss next 19 sts. Join yarn with sl st to next st. Next row: Ch 3. *1 dc in next ch-1 sp. 1 dc in next dc. Rep from * to last dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn. Next row: Ch 3. *1 dc in next dc. Ch 1. Miss next dc. Rep from * to last dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn. Rep last 2 rows until work from marked row measures 2 ins [5 cm], ending with a RS row. Back: Joining row: (WS). Ch 3. *1 dc in next dc. Ch 1. Miss next dc. Rep from * to last dc. 1 dc in last dc. Ch 19. Working across Left Front sts: 1 dc in next dc. **Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in next dc. Rep from ** to last dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn. Place marker at each end of last row. Next row: Ch 3. *1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * to ch-19 sp. 1 dc in each of next 19 ch. **1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from ** to last 2 dc. 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Turn. 91 dc. Cont in pat until work from last marked row measures 13½ ins [34.5 cm], ending with a RS row. Fasten off.

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Eco Baby Set By: Treva McCain for Caron Yarn Crochet a matching jacket and hat in bright, eco-friendly yarn with crochet flower embellishments. This intermediate baby crochet pattern would make a great gift for eco-conscious parents.

Finished Measurements: Chest 20 (22, 24, 26)"/51 (56, 61, 66) cm Length 10 (11, 12, 13)"/25.5 (28, 30.5, 33) cm Gauge: In Stitch pattern, 16 sts and 13 rows = 4"/10 cm, using MC Abbreviations: FPtr: Front-post treble crochet: (RS) Yarn over twice, insert hook from right-hand side of stitch to WS of piece, return to RS at lefthand side of stitch, yarn over and draw up loop, complete as for tr. sc2tog: Single crochet 2 together – Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, (2 loops on hook), insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook. dc2tog: Double crochet 2 together –[Yarn over, insert hook in next st and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops] twice, yarn over and draw through 3 loops on hook.

Materials: 3-6 (9, 12, 18) months Yarn: Caron International's Simply Soft Eco (80% Acrylic, 20% NatureSpun™ Polyester): #0015 Aqua Mist (MC), 15 (15, 20, 20) oz / 425(425, 566, 566) g, #0029 Heather Mist (A), 5oz/ 142g Hok: One size US I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge Stitch markers Yarn needle 3 (3, 4, 4) Buttons – 5/8"/16 mm

dc3tog: Double crochet 3 together –[Yarn over, insert hook in next st and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops] 3 times, yarn over and draw through 4 loops on hook. inc: Increase – work 2 sts in 1 st. Stitches Used: Chain (ch) Double crochet (dc) Single crochet (sc) Slip stitch (slip st)

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Pattern Stitch:

Shape Shoulders and Neck

Row 1 (RS): Dc in third ch from hook and in each ch across; turn.

Right Shoulder (RS) Work 12 (13, 14, 16) sts in pattern.

Rows 2 and 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.

Fasten off.

Row 3: Ch 2, dc in first sc, * FPtr around dc in row below next sc, skip the sc behind the FPtr, dc in next sc; repeat from * across to last sc, dc in last sc; turn.

Left Shoulder

Row 5: Ch 2, dc in each of first 2 sc, * FPtr around dc in row below next sc, skip the sc behind the FPtr, dc in next sc; repeat from * across; turn.

(RS) Work in pattern to end.

With RS facing, skip center 18 (20, 22, 22) sts for neck. Join yarn with a slip st in next st.

Fasten off. Left Front:

Repeat Rows 2-5 for pattern. Using MC, chain 22 (24, 26, 28). Notes: When working Jacket, beginning chain does NOT count as first stitch. When working Hat, beginning chain counts as first stitch. Helpful Hint: For attaching buttons, separate a length of MC into 2 plys and use to sew on buttons. Back: Using MC, chain 44 (48, 52, 56). (RS) Begin Stitch patt—42 (46, 50, 54) sts after Row 1. Continuing in Stitch patt, work even until piece measures 5 (5 1/2, 6, 6 1/2" from beginning; place a marker (pm) each side for underarm. Work even until piece measures 9 1/2 (10 1/2, 11 1/2, 12 1/2)" from beginning, end with a WS row.

(RS) Begin Stitch patt—20 (22, 24, 26) sts after Row 1. Continuing in Stitch patt, work even until piece measures 5 (5 1/2, 6, 6 1/2" from beginning; place a marker (pm) each side for underarm. Work even until piece measures 7 1/2 (8 1/2, 9 1/2, 10 1/2)" from beginning, end with a WS row. Shape Neck (RS): Work in pattern across to last 4 (6, 6, 6) sts, turn leaving remaining sts unworked at neck edge—16 (16, 18, 20) sts remain. Work 1 row even. (RS) Work across to last 3 (2, 3, 3) sts, dc3tog (dc2tog, dc3tog, dc3tog), turn—14 (15, 16, 18) sts remain. Work 1 row even. (RS) At neck edge, dec 1 st (dc2tog) every other row twice—12 (13, 14, 16) sts remain. Work even until piece measures same as Back to shoulder.

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Fasten off. Right Front: Work as for left Front until piece measures 7 1/2 (8 1/2, 9 1/2, 10 1/2)" from beginning, end with a WS row. Shape Neck (RS) At neck edge, slip st across 4 (6, 6, 6) sts, work in pattern to end, turn—16 (16, 18, 20) sts remain. Work 1 row even. (RS) At neck edge, dc3tog (dc2tog, dc3tog, dc3tog), work in pattern to end, turn—14 (15, 16, 18) sts remain. Work 1 row even. RS) At neck edge, dec 1 st (dc2tog) every other row twice—12 (13, 14, 16) sts remain. Work even until piece measures same as Back to shoulder.

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew Sleeves between markers. Sew sleeve and side seams. Front Bands Button Band: With RS facing, join MC with a slip st at left Front neck edge. Row 1: Ch 1, working in row ends, sc evenly along left Front to lower edge [approx 2 sc in end of each dc row, 1 sc in end of each sc row], turn—34 (38, 43, 48) sc. Rows 2 – 5: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn. Fasten off. Place markers for 3 (3, 4, 4) buttons along band, first 1" from lower edge, last 1/2" from neck shaping, remaining 1 (1, 2, 2) evenly spaced between.

Fasten off. Sleeves: Using MC, chain 22 (24 (26, 26).

Buttonhole Band: With RS facing, join MC at lower right Front corner. Work as for Button band for 2 rows.

(RS) Begin Stitch patt—20 (22, 24, 24) sts after Row 1. Continuing in Stitch patt, work 1 row even. Shape Sleeve (RS) Beginning this row, inc 1 st each side (work 2 dc in first st and last st), every 2 rows 10 (8, 9, 9) times, every 3 rows 0 (2, 2, 4) times, working increased sts in pattern— 40 (44, 48, 52) sts. Work even until Sleeve measures 7 (7 1/2, 8 1/2, 10)" from beginning. Fasten off.

Buttonhole Row (RS): Ch 1, sc in next 4 sts, * [ch 2, skip next 2 sc] for buttonhole, sc to 2 sts before next marker; repeat from * for remaining buttonholes, work to end, turn. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc and ch across; turn—39 (42, Complete as for Buttonband. Fasten off. Pockets (make 2) Using MC, chain 10. RS) Begin Stitch patt, working Row 1 as follows: Work 2 dc in third ch from hook, dc in next 6 ch, 2 dc in last ch, turn—10 dc.

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Row 2: Continuing in Stitch patt, work 1 row even. (RS) Beginning this row, inc 1 st each side every other row twice—14 sts. Work even for 2 rows, end with a RS row, turn. Pocket Edging: Work 3 sc in first st (corner made), sc in each st across to last st, work 3 sc in last st (corner); * [work 2 sc in end of each dc row and 1 sc in end of each sc row] along side of pocket); * working in free loops of foundation ch, sc in each ch across; repeat * to * along remaining side edge, join with slip st in first sc.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st 2 rows below, *sc in next st, sc in next st 2 rows below; rep from * across, turn. Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, *sc in next st, sc in next st 2 rows below; rep from * to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn. Rep last 2 rows 4 times. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Using MC, sew pockets 3/4"/2 cm up from lower edge and 2"/5cm in from Front edge. Using B, sew one flower 3/8"/1 cm into inside of pocket; sew second and third flowers above and to either side of the first (see photo).

Fasten off. Using yarn needle, weave in ends. Sew buttons opposite button holes.

Small Flower (make 3) Using B, chain 4; join with slip st to form a ring. Ch 1, work [sc, 2 dc, sc] in ring 4 times; join with slip st in first sc—4 petals.

Hat: Note: Hat is worked in-the-round, join at the end of each round with a slip st in beginning chain, do NOT turn. Beginning chain counts as first stitch on every round. Maintain Stitch pattern as established while working shaping.

Fasten off. Collar:

Beginning at lower edge, using MC, chain 64; join with slip st to form a ring.

Note: Extra sts are worked on first row to allow Collar to shape nicely around neck edge; sc evenly around.

Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), dc in each ch around; join—64 dc.

With right side facing, join yarn with a sl st in first st of neck shaping (inside Front band).

Rnd 2 ands all even numbered rounds: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with slip st in first sc.

Row 1: Ch 1, work 60 (64, 68, 68) sc evenly spaced around neck shaping to opposite Front band, turn. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.

Rnd 3: Ch 3, *FPtr around dc in round below next sc, skip the sc behind FPtr, dc in next sc; repeat from * to last sc, FPtr around dc in round below last sc; join.

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Rnd 5: Work even, maintaining pattern. Note: At beginning of rnd, slip st across to second st, ch 3, continue as established to maintain pattern. Rnds 6 – 16: Repeat Rnds 2 – 5 twice, Rnds 2 – 4 once. Rnd 17: Ch 3, working as for Round 3, work across 3 sts (FPtr, dc, FPtr), dc3tog across next 3 sts (2 sts decreased), * work 5 sts in pattern, dc3tog; repeat from * around to last sc, FPtr in pattern, join—48 sts remain. Rnd 19: Beginning as Rnd 5, (slip st to second sc, ch 3), dc3tog, * FPtr, dc3tog (2 sts decreased across 4 sts); repeat from * around; join—24 sts remain. Rnds 21 and 23: Maintaining pattern, dec 2 sts across every 4 sts, join—12 sts after Rnd 21; 6 sts after Rnd 23. Fasten off, leaving an 8"/20.5cm tail. Turn hat inside out. Using yarn needle, thread tail through sts of last round, pull tightly and secure. Ear Flaps: First Ear Flap: With RS facing, join MC with slip st in any dc along lower edge of hat. Row 1: Ch 2, [FPdc around next dc, dc in next st] 6 times, FPdc around next dc, turn— 13 sts. Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—11 sts.

Row 5: Ch 2, [FPtr around next dc 2 rows below, dc in next st] 4 times, FPtr around next dc 2 rows below, turn. Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—7 sts. Row 7: Ch 2, [FPtr around next dc 2 rows below, dc in next st] 3 times, FPtr around next dc 2 rows below. Fasten off. Second Ear Flap: With RS facing, sk 19 sts following first ear flap, join MC with slip st in next dc. Complete as for first earflap. Braids: Cut 3 strands of yarn approximately 48"/122 cm long. Fold one strand in half; insert hook in first st of Row 7 of ear flap, draw strand through until ends are even. Fold 2nd strand; and draw through middle stitch of Row 7. Fold 3rd strand; and draw through last st of Row 7. Braid strands for 6–7"/15–18 cm. Tie a knot in the end of the braid to secure. Cut ends approximately 1/2"/1.5cm from knot. Repeat to make braid on second ear flap. Large Flower Using B, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring. Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 10 sc in ring; join with slip st in first sc—10 sc. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc, work 3 dc in next sc (petal made), * sc in next sc, 3 dc in next sc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in first sc—5 petals. Fasten off.

Row 3: Ch 2, [FPtr around next dc 2 rows below, dc in next st] 5 times, FPtr around next dc 2 rows below, turn.

Finishing: Using yarn needle, weave in ends. Using B, sew large flower to top of Hat.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—9 sts. Find great craft projects at FaveCrafts. 10

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Striped Baby Sweater By: Kim Guzman for Naturally Caron Use this free crochet sweater pattern to make your baby a striped sweater. This sweater is warm and cozy for your baby to wear in the winter months.

Materials: One size US G-7 (4.5 mm) crochet hook, or size to obtain gauge One size US H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook 2 round buttons—5/8"/16mm diameter Sewing needle Coordinating sewing thread Yarn needle NaturallyCaron.com Spa (75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Bamboo;): 3 (3, 6, 6) oz A, 3 (3, 3, 3) oz B. Shown in: #0004 Green Sheen (A); #0003 Soft Sunshine (B).

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Instructions: Sizes: 6 months (12 months, 18 months, 24 months)

3 sts; repeat from * across to last 0 (1, 0, 1) st(s), sc in last 0 (1, 0, 1) st(s), turn. 6. Rows 6–8: Repeat Rows 2–4.

Finished Measurements: Chest 20 (21, 22, 23)"/51 (53.5, 56, 58.5) cm Length 11 (11 1/2, 12, 13)"/26.5 (28, 29, 32) cm Gauge: In stitch pattern, using H-8 (5 mm) hook, 14 sts and 20 rows = 4"/10 cm. Stitches Used: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), slip stitch (slip st)

7. Row 9: With A, ch 1, sc in first 1 (2, 1, 2) sts, long-sc in next st, *sc in next 3 sts, long-sc in next st; repeat from * across to last 1 (2, 1, 2) st(s), sc in last 1 (2, 1, 2) sts, turn. 8. Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each st across; change to B in last st, turn. 9. Repeat Rows 3–10 for Stitch Pattern

Special Terms: sc2tog: Single crochet 2 together – Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, (2 loops on hook), insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.

Note: To change color, work last stitch of old color to last yarn over. Yarn over with new color and draw through all loops on hook. Continue working with new color. Drop old color, but do not fasten off; carry old color loosely up side of work.

long-sc: Long single crochet – Insert hook in st 3 rows below indicated st, yarn over, pull up a loop to level of work, yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook.

Back: Note: Maintain Stitch and Color Pattern throughout.

Stitch and Color Pattern (multiple of 4 sts + 3 (5, 3, 5)): 1. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn. 2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across; change to B in last st, turn.

1. With larger hook and A, chain 36 (38, 40, 42). 2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—35 (37, 39, 41) sts. 3. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 6 3/4 (7, 7, 7 3/4)"/17 (18, 18, 19.5) cm from beginning.

3. Row 3: With B, ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. 4. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across; change to A in last st, turn. 5. Row 5: With A, ch 1, sc in first 3 (4, 3, 4) sts, *long-sc in next st, sc in next Find great craft projects at FaveCrafts. 13

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Shape Armholes: 1. Row 1: Ch 1, slip st in first 2 sts, ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sts; leave last 2 sts unworked, turn— 31 (33, 35, 37) sts (excluding slip sts). --2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sc, sc2tog, turn—29 (31, 33, 35) sts. 3. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until armhole measures 4 (4, 4 1/2, 4 3/4)"/10 (10, 11.5, 12) cm from beginning of armhole shaping. Shape First Shoulder: 1. Row 1: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern over first 5 (5, 5, 6) sts sc2tog; leave remaining sts unworked (for neck and second shoulder), turn—6 (6, 6, 7) sts. 2. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 11 3/4 (12, 12 1/2, 13 1/2)"/30 (30.5, 32, 34.5) cm from beginning. Fasten off.

Trim: With RS facing and smaller hook, join A with sc in top of neck, sc evenly across neckline. Fasten off. Front: Note: Maintain Stitch and Color Pattern throughout. Work as for Back until piece measures 10 (10, 10 1/2, 11 1/2)"/25.5 (25.5, 26.5, 29.5) cm from beginning)—29 (31, 33, 35) sts. Shape First Neck Edge and Shoulder: 1. Row 1: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern over first 8 (8, 8, 9) sts, sc2tog; leave remaining sts unworked (for neck and second shoulder), turn—9 (9, 9, 10) sts. 2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern across, turn—8 (8, 8, 9) sts. 3. Row 3: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—7 (7, 7, 8) sts. 4. Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern across, turn—6 (6, 6, 7) sts.

Shape Second Shoulder: 1. Skip 15 (17, 19, 19) unworked sts following first shoulder; join yarn with slip st in next st.

5. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 11 1/4 (11 1/2, 12, 13)"/28.5 (29, 30.5, 33) cm from beginning.

2. Row 1: Ch 1, beginning in same st as join, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern in each remaining st across, turn—6 (6, 6, 7) sts.

6. Buttonhole Row 1: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 4 sts, ch 1, skip next 2 sts, continue in Stitch Pattern over last 2 sts, turn.

3. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 11 3/4 (12, 12 1/2, 13 1/2)"/30 (30.5, 32, 34.5) cm from beginning. Fasten off.

7. Buttonhole Row 2: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across working 2 sc in the ch-1 space. Fasten off.

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Shape Second Neck Edge and Shoulder: 1. Skip 9 (11, 13, 13) unworked sts following first neck edge; join yarn with slip st in next st. 2. Row 1: Ch 1, beginning in same st as join, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern in each remaining st across, turn—9 (9, 9, 10) sts. 3. Row 2: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—8 (8, 8, 9) sts. 4. Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern across, turn—7 (7, 7, 8) sts. 5. Row 4: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—6 (6, 6, 7) sts. 6. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 11 1/4 (11 1/2, 12, 13)"/28.5 (29, 30.5, 33) cm from beginning.

Trim: With RS facing and smaller hook, join A with sc in top of neck, sc evenly across neckline. Fasten off. Sleeve (Make 2): Note: Maintain Stitch and Color Pattern throughout. 1. With larger hook and A, chain 24 (24, 26, 26). 2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—23 (23, 25, 25) sts. 3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across; change to B in last st, turn. 4. Row 3 (increase row): Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, work in Stitch Pattern across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn—25 (25, 27, 27) sts. 5. Rows 4–8: Beginning with Row 4, work in Stitch Pattern.

7. Buttonhole Row 1: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern over first 2 sts, ch 1, skip next 2 sts, continue in Stitch Pattern across, turn.

6. Row 9 (increase row): Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, work in Stitch Pattern across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn—27 (27, 29, 29) sts.

8. Buttonhole Row 2: Ch 1, work in Stitch Pattern across working 2 sc in the ch-1 space. Fasten off.

7. Rows 10–27 (33, 33, 39): Repeat last 6 rows 3 (4, 4, 5) more times—33 (35, 37, 39) sts. 8. Continue even in Stitch Pattern until piece measures 6 1/2 (7 1/2, 8, 8 1/2)"/16.5 (19, 20.5, 21.5) cm from beginning.

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Shape Sleeve Cap: 1. Row 1 (decrease row): Ch 1, sc2tog, work in Stitch Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn—31 (33, 35, 37) sts. 2. Row 2: Work in Stitch Pattern across. 3. Rows 3–8 (10, 12, 12): Repeat last 2 rows 3 (4, 5, 5) more times—25 (25, 25, 27) sts. 4. Fasten off. Finishing: 1. Using sewing needle and coordinating thread, sew buttons to top of Back shoulder piece opposite Front buttonholes. Button Front and Back together. Set in sleeves, taking care to sew through both thicknesses (Front and Back) at top of shoulder. Sew sleeve and side seams. 2. Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.

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Crochet Jumper with Granny Pockets By: Sharon Mann from Premier Yarns Use this easy crochet pattern to make a cute outfit for your little girl. She'll look so adorable in this jumper that has granny pockets for all her findings. Serenity sport weight yarn is used.

Abbreviations ch(s) – chain(s) cm – centimeter(s) dc – double crochet(s) hdc – half double crochet(s) lp(s) – loop(s) mm – millimeter(s) rem – remaining rep – repeat sc – single crochet(s) sk – skip sl st – slip stitch sp – space st(s) – stitch(es) * – repeat instructions after the asterisk the number of times specified. Instructions:

Deborah Norville Collection: Serenity Sport Weight 300-12 Pink (MC) – 1 (1, 2) balls 300-02 Ivory (CC) – 1 (1, 1) ball Crochet hook: US G-6 (4mm) Yarn needle Two ¾" buttons Sewing needle and thread (for attaching buttons) Gauge 16 sc and 24 rows = 4" (10cm). Use any size hook necessary to obtain the specified gauge. Instructions are for size 12 months; changes for sizes 2 and 4 are in parentheses.

Bodice Front Row 1 (RS): With MC, ch 41 (47, 51), sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across; turn – 40 (46, 50) sc. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn. Row 3: Ch 2 (does not count as a dc), dc in each sc across; turn. Rows 4 and 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn. Row 6: Ch 2, dc in each sc across; turn. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each dc across. Fasten off. Shape Armholes Row 8: With WS facing, skip first 4 sc and join MC with a sl st in next sc, ch 1, sc in same st and in each of next 31 (37, 41); turn, leaving rem sts unworked – 32 (38, 42) sc. Row 9: Ch 1, sk first sc, sc in each sc across to last 2 sc, sk next sc, sc in last sc; turn – 30 (36, 40) sc. Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn. Rows 11-14: Rep Rows 9 and 10 twice – 26 (32, 36) sc. Rows 15-17 (19, 21): Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn.

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Right Shoulder Row 18 (20, 22): Ch 1, sc in first 11 sc; turn, leaving rem sts unworked. Row 19 (21, 23): Ch 1, sk first sc, sc in each sc across; turn – 10 sc. Row 20 (22, 24): Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn. Rows 21 (23, 25) - 24 (26, 28): Rep last 2 rows, twice – 8 sc. Fasten off at end of last row. Left Shoulder Row 18 (20, 22): With WS facing, skip next 4 (10, 14) sc on Row 17 (19, 21) and join MC with a sl st in next sc, ch 1, sc in same st and in each sc across; turn – 11 sc. Row 19 (21, 23): Ch 1, sc in each sc across to last 2 sc, sk next sc, sc in last sc; turn – 10 sc. Row 20 (22, 24): Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn. Rows 21 (23, 25) - 24 (26, 28): Rep last 2 rows, twice – 8 sc. Fasten off at end of last row. Bodice Back Work same as Bodice Front through Row 24 (26, 28) of Right Shoulder; do not fasten off; turn. Row 25 (27, 29): Ch 2, dc in each sc across; turn. Row 26 (28, 30): Ch 1, sk first dc, sc in each of next 5 dc, sk next dc, sc in last dc; turn – 6 sc. Row 27 (29, 31): Ch 2, dc in each sc across; turn. Row 28 (30, 32): Ch 1, sc in each dc across; fasten off. Continue to work Left Shoulder same as Bodice Front Left Shoulder through Row 24 (26, 28); do not fasten off; turn. Complete same as Right Shoulder. Sew Bodice side seams.

Bodice Trim Rnd 1: With RS facing, join CC with a sl st at side seam, ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc evenly around the bodice armholes, straps and neckline; join with a sl st in first st. Rnd 2: Sl st in each hdc around; fasten off. Bodice Granny Square (make 2) With MC, ch 4, join with a sl st in first ch to form a ring. Rnd 1: Ch 5, * 3 dc in ring, ch 2, rep from * 2 more times, 2 dc in ring; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5; fasten off. Rnd 2: With RS facing, join CC with a sl st in any ch-2 sp, ch 5, 3 dc in same sp, * ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp, rep from * 2 more times, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp as beg ch-5; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5. Rnd 3: Ch 5, 3 dc in same sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, * (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, rep from * 2 more times, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp as beg ch-5; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5; fasten off. Weave in loose ends. Turn the granny 45 degrees for diamond shape, center one on the front and back of Bodice; sew in place. Jumper Skirt Rnd 1: With RS facing and working in free lps of beg foundation ch, join MC with sl st to bottom of Bodice at side seam, ch 1, work 84 (96, 102) sc evenly spaced around, sl st in first sc. Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc in each sc around; join with a sl st in first dc. Rnd 3: Ch 5, sk next 2 dc, 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, sk next 2 dc, dc in next dc, ch 2, * sk next 2 dc, 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, sk next 2 dc, dc in next dc, ch 2, rep from * around; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5.

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Rnd 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next 5 dc, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, * sk next dc, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next 5 dc, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, rep from * around; join with a sl st in first sc – 126 (144, 153) sc. Rnd 5: Ch 2, dc in each sc around; join with a sl st in first dc. Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in each dc around; join with a sl st in first sc. Rep Rnds 5 and 6 until Skirt measures approximately 6 (8, 10)" from beg, or 1" above the knee or 2½" less than desired finished length. Pocket Squares (make 2) With CC, ch 4, join with a sl st in first ch to form a ring. Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 5, * 3 dc in ring, ch 2, rep from * 2 more times, 2 dc in ring; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5 – 12 sts. Rnd 2: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, 3 dc in same sp, * ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch2 sp, rep from * 2 more times, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp as beg ch-5; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5; fasten off. Rnd 3: With RS facing, join MC with a sl st in any ch-2 sp, ch 5, 3 dc in same sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, * (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1; rep from * 2 more times, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp as beg ch-5; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5; fasten off. Rnd 4: With RS facing, join CC with a sl st in any corner ch-2 sp, ch 1, * 3 sc in corner ch-2 sp, sc in each dc and in each ch-1 sp across to next corner ch-2 sp; rep from * around; join with a sl st in first sc; fasten off. Sew Pockets to the front of the skirt.

Hem Squares—Make 13 (15, 16) With CC, ch 4, join with a sl st in first ch to form a ring. Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 5, * 3 dc in ring, ch 2; rep from * 2 more times, 2 dc in ring; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5 – 12 sts. Rnd 2: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, 3 dc in same sp, * ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch2 sp; rep from * 2 more times, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp as beg ch-5; join with a sl st in third ch of beg ch-5; fasten off. Finishing Sew Hem Squares together to form a ring, then sew ring to bottom of Skirt. With RS facing, join MC with a sl st in bottom edge of any Hem Square, ch 2, dc evenly around the bottom of the Hem Squares; join with a sl st in first dc; fasten off. Sew buttons to front shoulder straps. Spaces between dc on back straps are used as buttonholes. Bow: With a double strand of CC, make a 38 (40, 42)" chain; weave in and out of Rnd 2 of Skirt and tie in a bow at center front.

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Sedona Toddler Skirt

Sizes: 18 months (36 months)

By: Darlene Dale for Naturally Caron

Finished Measurements: Waist 24 (26)"/61 (66)cm Length 11 1/2 (13 1/2)"/29 (34,5)cm including bottom ruffle

Use this easy pattern to crochet a fall-colored little girl's skirt! Sedona Toddler Skirt is sure to be one of the most adorable free crochet patterns you'll ever come across.

Note: Waist cinches approx 4" when tie gathers waistband. Gauge: In single crochet, using I-9 (5.5 mm) hook, 12 sts and 12 rows = 4"/10 cm. In shell pattern, using I-9 (5.5 mm) hook, 3 1/2 shells and 6 1/2 rows = 4"/10 cm. Stitches Used: Chain (ch), double crochet (dc), half double crochet (hdc), single crochet (sc), slip stitch (slip st) Special Term: shell: (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in indicated stitch or space. Notes: 1. Work rounds of skirt in continuous spiral without joining..

Materials: Naturally Caron.com Country 75% Microdenier acrylic, 25% Merino wool; 3 oz/85 g, 185 yds/170 m ball): 1/2 (11) oz (A), 1 1/2 (2) oz (B). Shown in: #0010 Sunset (A); #0015 Deep Taupe (B) One size US I-9 (5.5 mm), or size to obtain gauge. One size US G-6 (4.25 mm) (for tie only) Safety pin Split ring stitch marker Yarn needle

2. Lower ruffle is worked in joined rounds as part of the skirt. The upper ruffle is worked separately and then sewn on, above lower ruffle.

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Skirt: Beginning at waistband with larger hook and A, chain 72 (80); taking care to not twist ch, join with slip st in first ch to form a ring; Round 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around—72 (80) sc. Place a marker in the first sc to indicate beginning of round. Move marker up as each round is completed. Round 2: Sc in each sc around; do not join. Repeat Round 2 until piece measures 1 1/2"/4 cm from beginning. Increase Round: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around—108 (120) sc. Repeat Round 2 until piece measures 8 1/2 (10 1/2)"/21.5 (26.5) cm from beginning. Do not fasten off. Lower Ruffle Round 1: *3 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in first sc—270 (300) sc. Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), (dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same st as join (shell made), *skip next 4 sc, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next sc (shell made); repeat from * to last 4 sc, skip last 4 sc; join with slip st in top of beginning ch— 54 (60) shells. Rounds 3 and 4: Slip st to first ch-3 space, ch 3, (dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same ch-3 space, shell in each remaining ch-3 space around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.

Edging Round: Join B with slip st in first ch3 space, ch 1, (sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, dc, hdc, sc) in same ch-3 space, (sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, dc, hdc, sc) in each remaining ch-3 space around; join with slip st in first sc. Fasten off. Upper Ruffle: With larger hook and A, chain 112 (116); taking care to not twist ch, join with slip st in first ch to form a ring; Round 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around; join with slip st in first sc—112 (116) sc. Round 2: Ch 1, 3 sc in same sc as join, 2 sc in next sc, *3 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in first sc—280 (290) sc. Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), (dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same st as join (shell made), *skip next 4 sc, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next sc (shell made); repeat from * to last 4 sc, skip last 4 sc; join with slip st in top of beginning ch— 56 (58) shells. Rounds 4 and 5: Slip st to first ch-3 space, ch 3, (dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same ch-3 space, shell in each remaining ch-3 space around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch. Fasten off. Edging Round: Join B with slip st in first ch3 space, ch 1, (sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, dc, hdc, sc) in same ch-3 space, (sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, dc, hdc, sc) in each remaining ch-3 space around; join with slip st in first sc. Fasten off.

Fasten off.

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Tie: With smaller hook and B, make a chain about 55 (57)"/139.5 (145) cm long. Row 1: Slip st in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch across. Fasten off. Finishing: Sew the upper ruffle to skirt, about 2"/5 cm above lower ruffle, easing in any fullness. Fold waistband in half and sew down on wrong side. Attach one end of tie to safety pin. Beginning at center front of skirt, push safety pin in and out between groups of 2 sc and draw tie through waistband. Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.

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Cute Sailor Suit

Gauge: 18 dc and 8 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] with smaller hook.

By: Bernat Babies like adventures so this cute crocheted sailor suit is just the perfect outfit to do it in. You can make this pattern in whatever color you wish.

Stitch Glossary: Dc2tog = (Yoh and draw up a loop in next st. Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook. Sc2tog = (Draw up a loop in next st) twice. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook. Insturctions: The instructions are written for smallest size. If changes are necessary for largest size the instructions will be written thus ( ). Note: To change color, work to last 2 loops on hook. Draw loop in next color through 2 loops on hook to complete st and proceed in next color.

Sizes: Chest measurement 6 mos 17 ins [43 cm] 12 mos 19" [48"] Finished chest 6 mos 19½ ins [49.5 cm] 12 mos 22" [56"] Measurements: Bernat® Baby Coordinates (160 g/5.6 oz) Sizes 6 mos (12 mos) Pullover and Pants Main Color (MC): (Blue) 3 (3) balls Contrast A: (White) 1 (1) ball Sizes 3.75 mm (U.S. F or 5) and 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) crochet hooks or size needed to obtain gauge. Length of ¾ inch [2 cm] wide elastic for Pants.

Pullover Back: **With A and larger hook, ch 46 (52). 1st row: (RS). 1 dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 2 dc). 1 dc in each ch across. 44 (50) dc. Turn. 2nd row: Ch 3 (counts as dc).Miss first dc. 1 dc in each dc across. Turn. 3rd row: With MC, ch 1. 1 sc in each dc across. Turn. 4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn. 5th row:With A, ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first sc 1 dc in each sc across. Turn. Rep 2nd to 5th rows for Stripe Pat until work from beg measures approx 5½ ins [14 cm] ending on a 2nd row. Break A. Next row: (RS). With MC, ch 1. 1 sc in each dc across. Turn. Next row: Ch 1.Working in back loop only, 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.

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Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc).Miss first sc. 1 dc in each st across. Turn.** Rep last row until work from beg measures 10½ (11¼) ins [26.5 (28.5) cm] ending with RS facing for next row. Fasten off. Front: Work from ** to ** as given for Back. Rep last row until work from beg measures 5 rows less than Back to shoulders, thus ending with WS facing for next row. Shape neck: Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each of next 14 (16) sts (neck edge). Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in each st to end of row. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in each st to last 3 sts. Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in last st. Turn. Rep last 2 rows once more. 11 (13) sts. Fasten off. With WS of work facing, miss center 14 (16) sts. Join MC to next st. Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first st. 1 dc in each st across. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc).Miss first st. 1 dc in each st to last 3 sts. Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in last st. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in each st to end of row. Turn. Rep last 2 rows once more. 11 (13) sts. Fasten off. Sailboat Applique Large Sail:With A and smaller hook, ch 9. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch across. 8 sc. Turn. ***2nd row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn. 3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. Turn.*** Rep last 2 rows 4 times more. 3 sts. Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in last st. Turn. Next row: Sc2tog. Fasten off.

Small Sail:With A and smaller hook, ch 7. 1st row: (WS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch across. 6 sc. Turn. Rep from *** to *** as given for Large Sail. Rep last 2 rows twice more. 3 sts. Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in last st. Turn. Next row: Sc2tog. Fasten off. Boat:With MC and smaller hook, ch 11. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch across. 10 sc. Turn. 2nd row: Ch 3. 1 dc in first st (counts as 2 dc). 1 dc in each st to last st. 2 dc in last st. Turn. 3rd row: As 2nd row. Turn. 14 sts. 4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each dc across. Fasten off. Edging: Join A with sl st in top right corner. Ch 1. 3 sc in same sp.Work evenly in sc around, working 3 sc in corners. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. Sleeves: With A and larger hook, ch 32 (34). 1st row: (RS). 1 dc in 4th ch from hook. 1 dc in each ch across. 30 (32) dc. Turn. Beg with a 2nd row, cont in Stripe Pat as given for Back, AT SAME TIME, inc 1 st each end of next and following alt rows until there are 42 (46) sts. Cont even in Stripe Pat until Sleeve measures approx 6 (7½) ins [15 (19) cm] ending on a 2nd row of pat. Fasten off. Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Neck Edging: 1st rnd: With smaller hook, join A with sl st at right shoulder seam and work 58 (62) sc evenly around neck edge. Join MC with sl st to first sc. 2nd rnd: With MC, ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join A with sl st to first sc. 3rd rnd:With A, ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. Sew Sailboat Applique to front as illustrated.

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Place markers on Front and Back side edges 4¾ (5) ins [12 (12.5) cm] down from shoulders. Sew in sleeves between markers. Sew side and sleeve seams.

Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc).Miss first sc. 1 dc in each st across. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each st across. Fasten off.

Pants Left Leg ****With A and larger hook, ch 41 (45). 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch across. 40 (44) sc. Turn. 2nd row: With MC, ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn. 3rd row:With A, ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn. Break A. 4th row: With MC, ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first sc. 1 dc in each sc across. Turn. 5th row: Ch 3. 1 dc in first dc (counts as 2 dc). 1 dc in each st across to last dc. 2 dc in last dc.Turn. Rep last row 3 (4) times more. 48 (54) dc. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each dc across. Turn. Next row: Ch 3. 1 dc in first dc (counts as 2 dc). 1 dc in each st across to last dc. 2 dc in last dc.Turn. Rep last 2 rows 3 times more. 56 (62) dc. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each dc across. Turn. Shape crotch: Next row: Sl st in each of first 3 sts. Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss st with last sl st. 1 dc in each dc across to last 2 dc. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. 52 (58) sts. Next 2 rows: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first st. Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in each dc across to last 3 sts. Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in last st. Turn. 48 (54) sts at end of last row. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc).Miss first st. 1 dc in each dc across. Turn. Rep last row until crotch measures 7½ (8½) ins [19 (21.5) cm] ending with RS facing for next row.**** Next row: (Fold line). Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each of next 24 (26) dc. 1 hdc in each of next 12 (14) dc. 1 sc in each of last 11 (13) dc. Turn.

Right Leg Work from **** to **** as given for Left Leg. Next row: (Fold line). Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 11 (13) dc. 1 hdc in each of next 12 (14) dc. 1 dc in each of last 24 (26) dc. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each st across. Turn. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). Miss first dc. 1 dc in each st across. Fasten off. Finishing: Pin garment pieces to measurements. Cover with a damp cloth, leaving cloth to dry. Sew inseams. Sew crotch seam. Fold top edges along fold line for elastic casing and sew in position, leaving an opening at center back to insert elastic. Cut elastic to waist measurement. Draw through casing. Sew ends of elastic tog securely. Sew opening of casing closed.

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Baby Accessories

Instructions:

Day of the Week Bibs and Booties

Bib: With MC, ch 20. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 19 sts. 2nd row: Ch 1. 2 sc in first st. 1 sc in each st to last st. 2 sc in last st. Ch 1. Turn. 3rd row: 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn. 4th to 9th rows: Rep last 2 rows 3 times more. 27 sts. Cont even until work from beg measures 6½ ins [16.5 cm], ending with RS facing for next row.

By: Lily Sugar'n Cream Crochet a bib and booties set for each day of the week with Monday-Sunday embroidered on the bibs. This clever and adorable idea for what to crochet baby makes for a great shower gift.

Materials: Yarn: Lily® Sugar’n Cream (Solids: 70.9 g/ 2.5 oz/109 m/120 yds)

Shape neck: 1st row: (RS). Ch 1. 1 sc in each of first 6 sts. Yoh and draw up a loop in each of next 2 sts. Yoh and draw through all 3 loops on hook – sc2tog made. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. 2nd row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sts. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn. 3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to last 2 sts. Sc2tog over last 2 sts. Turn. 5 sts. Work 10 rows even. Next row: (WS). Ch 1. 2 sc in first st. Pat to last 2 sts. Sc2tog. Turn. Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each st to last st. 2 sc in last st. Turn. Rep last 2 rows twice more. Fasten off. With RS of work facing, miss next 11 sts. Join MC with sl st to next st. Ch 1. Sc2tog over this st and next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn. Work to correspond to first side, reversing all shapings.

Main Color (MC): 2 balls Contrast A: 1 ball Crochet Hook: Size 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge Buttons Gauge: 14 sc and 16 rows = 4 ins [10 cm]

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Edging: Join A with sl st to top left corner of neck edge. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. Work 1 row sc evenly around all edges. Join with sl st to first sc. Next rnd: Working around outer edge only, ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Ch 3. Ss in first ch – picot made. Rep from * to opposite side. Fasten off. With A, make button loop at center back on left side. Sew button in position. If desired, embroider day of week onto bib as illustrated. With A, split yarn into 2 plys and embroider letters using chain stitch. Booties: With MC, ch 16. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 15 sts. 2nd row: Working into back loop only of each st, ch 1. Work 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn. Rep last row until work from beg measures 6¼ ins [16 cm] when slightly stretched. Do not fasten off. 1st row: (RS). Ch 1. Work 23 sc evenly across long edge of cuff. Join A. Turn. 2nd row:With A, ch 1. Work 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Fasten off.

Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first st. Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join MC with sl st to first st. Next rnd: With MC, ch 1. Working in back loops only, work 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first st. Next rnd: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 12 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 12 sts. Sc2tog. Join with sl st to first st. Next rnd: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 10 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 10 sts. Sc2tog. Join with sl st to first st. Next rnd: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 8 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 8 sts. Sc2tog. Join with sl st to first st. Fasten off. Join center foot seam.

Instep: 1st row: With RS of work facing, miss first 7 sts. Join A with sl st to next st. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. 1 sc in each of next 8 sts. Turn. 9 sts. 2nd to 4th rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn. 5th row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 5 sts. Sc2tog. Turn. 6th row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Sc2tog. Fasten off. Sew center back seam. With RS of work facing, join A with sl st at center back. Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 7 sts. Work 5 sc down side of instep. 3 sc in corner sc. 3 sc across end of instep. 3 sc in corner sc. Work 5 sc along other side of instep. 1 sc in each of next 7 sts. Join with sl st to first st. 33 sts. Find great craft projects at FaveCrafts. 27

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Slippons for Boy By: Shehnaaz Make these adorable booties for your child or as a gift. The easy to follow crochet pattern will result in the cozy Slippons for Boy, perfect for a son or nephew.

Size: To fit ages 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12 Months Finished measurements for sole: 0-3 months: 3 ½ inches long and 2 inches wide. 3-6 months: 3 ¾ inches long and 2 inches wide. 6-9 months: 4 ¼ inches long and 2 ¼ inches wide. 9-12 months: 4 ½ inches long and 2 ¼ inches wide. Gauge: Use finished sizes of soles for gauge.

Stitch Explanation: 1.Hdc2tog : [Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop] twice to get 5 loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on the hook. Materials: Worsted weight yarn in 3 colors. Use Redheart super saver yarn as follows: Color A- Buff for sole Color B-Lavender for sides and toe top Color C- For bunny ear lace tie

Stitch Abbreviations: Pattern is in standard American terms. sc- single crochet sl st- slip stitch hdc- half double crochet ch- chain (Bigger sizes are given in the brackets)

Hooks- H(5mm) and F(3.75mm) for sizes 0-3 months and 3-6 months. Hooks- H (5mm), I(5.5mm) and F (3.75mm)for sizes 6-9 and 9-12 months. Soles for all sizes used H hook only. Sewing needle with matching thread.

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Sole: 1. Work around foundation chain without turning 2. Finished sole with wider toe side Sole Pattern: Tips for sole: 1.Count your stitches after every round. At end of each round when pattern says sl st into beginning ch 1, you sl stitch into the next st visible and when it says sl st to 1st sc of the round you skip ch 1 (next st visible ) and then slip st to the next st, the 1st sc. 2. Some rounds involve a mix of sc and hdc to make the toe side wider. It would be a good idea to use the cursor and mark on the pattern here to know where you are. You might get confused with all the counting. For sizes 0-3 (3-6 )months work sole as follows (for 3-6 months in brackets) : With color A and hook H chain 10 (12). Chain tightly to maintain gauge and keep your sole stiff. • Round 1: 1 sc into 2nd chain from hook,1 sc in each remaining chain across to last chain, 3 sc in last chain. Do not turn. Work along opposite side of foundation chain as shown in pic 1 above, sc in each chain across, join with sl st in beginning ch 1------20 sc (24 sc)

• Round 2: ch 1 , 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 3 st(4 st), 1 hdc in next 4 st(5st), 2 hdc in each of next 3 st, 1 hdc in next 4 st(5 st), 1 sc in next 3 st(4st), 2sc in next st, 1sc in next(joining st of previous round) , sl st into top of beginning ch 1---------26 st(30 st) • Round 3: ch 1, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 8 st(10 st), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 4 st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 8 st( 10 st), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next, sl st to 1st sc------------30 st( 34 st) • Round 4: ch 1, 1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5st (6 st), 1 hdc in next 4 st( 5 st) , 2 hdc in next, 2 hdc again in next, 1 hdc in next 2 st, 2 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st again, 1 hdc in next 4 st( 5st) , 1 sc in next 5st(6 st), 2 sc in next, 1 sc in next 2 st, sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off--------------36 st( 40 st) For sizes 6-9 ( 9-12) months work sole as follows (for 9-12 months given in brackets) : Using H hook and color A chain 13 (14). Chain tightly to maintain gauge and keep your sole stiff. • Round 1: 1 sc into 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next 6 st( 7 st), 1 hdc in next 4 st, 3 hdc in last ch, 1 hdc in next 4 st., 1sc in each chain across, sl st to beginning ch 1----------- 26 st( 28 st) • Round 2: ch 1, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5 st( 6 st), 1 hdc in next 5 st, 2 hdc in each of next 4 st, 1 hdc in next 5 st, 1 sc in next 5 st(6st), 2 sc in next, sl st to beginning ch 1------ 33 st(35 st) • Round 3: ch 1, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 12 st(13 st), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next center 3 st, 2 sc in next, 1 sc in next 12 st(13st), 2 sc in next, 1 sc in next st, sl st to beginning ch 1-------- 38 st(40 st)

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• Round 4: ch 1, 1 sc in next 2 st, 2 sc in next, 1 sc in next 7 st( 8st), 1 hdc in next 5st, 2 hdc in next, 2 hdc again in next st, 1 hdc in next 3 st, 2 hdc in next st, 2 hdc again in next st, 1 hdc in next 5 st, 1 sc in next 7 st(8st), 2 sc in next, 1 sc in next 2 st, sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off----------43 st(45st)

Sides: Side Pattern: Variations for bigger sizes given in brackets in order 0-3 (3-6, 6-9, 9-12) Round 5: With H hook( H hook, I hook, I hook) Join the next color B with a slip st where you fastened off and Ch 1 as in pic 1 above. . With right side of sole facing up work in back loops only, 1 hdc in next st and 1 hdc in each st around, join with slip st in top of beginning ch 2. Round 6: Ch2, working in both the loops now, 1 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in each st around; Join with sl st in top of beginning chain 2. Fasten off. This is the ankle side of the shoe, the wider side. Turn the sides up making the wrong side of the sole facing you. The right side of the sole will now form the outer sole of your shoe and the wrong side will be inside the shoe facing up.

Toe Top: 1. Mark the center 8 st using stitch markers. 2. Work toe top flap 3.Slip st toe flap to side on wrong side. 4.Turn the shoe right side out. Fold the booties into half using the middle line on the sole as a guide. The toe side is the side in which the sole is wider. Count center 8 st at toe top and mark it using stitch markers as in pic 1 above. You will have 6 st between the marked stitches. Work toe flap into these 8 st as follows: Use Hook H( H hook, I hook I hook) Row 1: ( With ankle side near you,work only into the front loops on toe side, the inner loops, in this row) Sl st into marked stitch, 1 sc into same marked stitch, sc into next 7 st ----- 8sc. Turn Work in both loops for the rest of the rows. Rows 2-3 (Rows 2-4, Rows 2-5, Rows 2-6) : Ch 1, sc in same st as ch 1, sc in next 7 sc--8sc . Turn

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Work next 2 rows with increases: Row 4( Row 5, Row 6, Row 7) :Ch1, 2sc into same st as ch 1 (increase made), 1 sc into each of next 6 st, 2sc in last st - ----10sc Row 5(Row 6, Row 7, Row 8): Ch1, 2sc into same st as ch 1( increase made), 1sc into each of next 8 st, 2 sc in last st-----12 sc Row 6 (Row 7,Row 8,Row 9): Ch2, 1 hdc into next st, 1 hdc in each of next 10 st----12 hdc . Fasten off (no increase in this row) Switch to F hook to get a tight stitch. Turn the shoe inside out . Align the toe top and sides, leave the last row of hdc free and slip stitch the rest of the toe top through 4 st ( 5st, 6st, 7st ) on the sides as shown in pic 3 above (use the same color yarn). Do on both sides. Turn the shoe right side out.

Finishing: 1.Fold in half and mark the center 12 stitches at back ankle side. 2. Make lace and work hdc around. 3. slip st starting under toe flap. 4. Ch and make bunny ears. Finishing Pattern: Fold booties in half again and mark center 12 stitches on ankle side as seen in the pic 1 above (10 st between the marked stitches). You will be working a few decreases between these markers. 1 Using F hook ch 25 to make a lace. Change to H hook (H hook, I hook, I hook) and sl st the lace into the stitch right under toe flap and work along the ankle side as follows: Sizes 0-3 and 3-6 months(hook H) 1.1hdc into next st and each st till the marked st, (hdc2tog in next 2 st) twice, 1 hdc in each stitch till 3 st left before the marked one,( hdc2tog in next 2 st)twice, 1 hdc in each st till 1 st left under toe top, ch 1 and sl st into last st right under toe flap, switch back to F hook ,ch 25 for lace and fasten off leaving 1 ½ inch tail. You can wrap a ½ inch cello tape on the lace tips to prevent fraying. Now to increase height of shoe on ankle side, mark the center 10 st on ankle side. Sl st into 1st marked st, sc into next st, 1 hdc in next 6 st, sc in next st, sl st in next marked st . Fasten off.

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Sizes 6-9 and 9-12 Months( Hook I): 1. 1 hdc into next st and each st till marked st, (hdc2tog in next 2 st) 6 times, ending in marked st. 1 hdc in each st till 1 st left under toe top, ch 1 and sl st into last st right under toe flap, switch back to F hook ,ch 25 for lace and fasten off leaving 1 ½ inch tail. You can wrap a ½ inch cello tape on the lace tips to prevent fraying. Now to increase height of shoe on ankle side, mark the center 10 st on ankle side. Sl st into 1st marked st, sc into next st, hdc in next 6 st, sc in next st, sl st in next marked st . Fasten off. For all sizes: 1. Using Color C and hook H , sl st around the opening starting from under toe top as seen in pic 3 above. When you reach the last st, sl st into it, take the hook out of the loop and inserting hook from under toe flap pull the loop under the toe flap and fasten off. 2. Using color C and hook F make ch 34, tie it like bunny ears as seen in pic 4 above, pull both tails through toe top, tie the ends on wrong side. Sew the bunny ears in position using sewing thread and needle. 3. Weave in all the ends . 4. Make one more shoe following the same pattern.

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Crochet Baby Shoes

Pattern:

By: Aileen from the Sunroom

Sole Ch 10 Rnd 1: 2 dc into 3rd ch from the hook, dc into the next 6 ch, 4 dc into final ch. Working on the other side of the ch dc into each chain until last ch, 2 dc into final stitch, join with sl st. Rnd 2: ch 3, dc into same st, dc twice into next 2 sts, dc in each of the next 6sts, dc twice into next 5 sts, dc into each of the next 6 sts, dc twice in next stitch and then dc 3 times in final st and join with sl st. Rnd 3: ch 1 sc into same st, sc twice into next 3 sts, sc into next 9 sts, sc twice in next 6 sts, sc into each of the next 9 sts, sc twice into next 6 st, join with sl st.

Your baby's feet are cold during the winter so keep them warm with some crochet baby shoes. This is a quick and easy free crochet pattern your baby will love. It makes for a great baby shower gift too.

Materials: A hook 4.5mm A small quantity of DK wool. I know these look odd but they are crocheted with camouflage wool

Side/Top of Shoe Work into back loop throughout. Rnd: 4: ch 1, sc 1, sk 1, sc1, sk 1, sc into next 9 sts, sc 1, sk 1 8 times, sc into next 9 sts, sc 1, sk 1 to end join with sl st. Rnd 5: ch 1, sc 1, sk 1 twice, sc next 7 sts, sc 1, sk 1 5 times, sc next 7 sts, sc1, sk 1 to end join with sl st. Strap Join yarn where you feel appropriate and chain 8 and join at the opposite side. Work back across the ch in sc. Fasten off and sew all ends in.

Abbreviations: ch – chain sc – single crochet dc – double crochet sk – skip 1 stitch sl st – slip stitch st/s – stitch/stitches

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Bath Buddy

Instructions:

By: Lily Sugar'n Cream

Ch 34. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. 33 sts. Ch 1. Turn. 2nd row: 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. Rep last row 6 times more.

Crochet a bath mitt with animal features, including floppy ears, for bath time fun. Wash and entertain baby with this soft crochet bath buddy.

Materials: Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream (Solids 2.5 oz/70.9 g/Ombres 2 oz/56.7 g) Solids or Ombres 1 ball Crochet Hook: Size 4.50 mm (U.S. 7) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge Small quantities of white and beige yarn for embroidery Gauge: 14 sc and 16 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

Shape thumb gusset: 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in each of next 2 sts. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th, 10th and 12th rows: 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 3rd row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each of next 2 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 5th row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each of next 4 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 7th row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each of next 6 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 9th row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each of next 8 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 11th row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each of next 10 sts. 2 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 13th row: 1 sc in each of first 17 sts. Ch 2. Miss next 14 sts. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 14th row: 1 sc in each st or ch 1 sp to end of row. 33 sts. Cont even until work from beg measures 8 ins [20.5 cm] ending with RS facing for next row.

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Shape top: 1st row: 1 sc in first st. Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sts. Yoh and draw through all 3 loops on hook – sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 11 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 11 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in last st. Ch 1. Turn. 2nd row: 1 sc in first st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 9 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 9 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in last st. Ch 1. Turn. 3rd row: 1 sc in first st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 7 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 7 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in last st. Ch 1. Turn. 4th row: 1 sc in first st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 5 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 5 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in last st. Ch 1. Turn. 5th row: 1 sc in first st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Sc2tog. 1 sc in last st. Fasten off.

Ear (make 2): Ch 7. 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each of next 5 ch. Ch 1. Turn. 6 sts. 2nd and 3rd rows: 1 sc in each st to end of row. Ch 1. Turn. 4th row: Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 2 sts. Sc2tog. Ch 1. Turn. 4 sts. 5th row: (Sc2tog) twice. Fasten off. Join yarn with ss to side of Ear at lower corner and work 1 row of sc around Ear to opposite corner. Fasten off. Sew Ears in position. Embroider face as illustrated. Sew top and side seam. Loop: Join yarn with ss at lower side edge at seam. Ch 15. Join with ss in same sp as first ss. Fasten off.

Thumb: With RS of work facing, join yarn with ss to ch sp. Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 2 ch. 1 sc in each of next 14 sts. Join with ss to first sc. 16 sc. Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with ss to first sc. Rep last rnd 4 times more. Next rnd: Ch 1. (Sc2tog) 8 times. Join with ss to first st. 8 sts. Next rnd: Ch 1. (Sc2tog) 4 times. 4 sts. Fasten off. Thread end through a tapestry needle and draw yarn through rem sts. Fasten securely.

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Lace Trim Baby Bib

Instructions: With MC, ch 20.

By: Lily Sugar'n Cream Crochet a pretty baby bib with lace trim with this baby bib crochet pattern. Crochet a few in soft colors of washable cotton yarn for the new arrival.

1st row: (RS). 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. 1 hdc in each ch to end of ch. 18 sts. Ch 2. Turn. 2nd row: 2 hdc in first st. 1 hdc in each st to last st. 2 hdc in last st. Ch 2. Turn. Rep last row 3 times more. 26 sts. Cont even until work from beg measures 6 ins [15 cm] ending with RS facing for next row. Shape neck: 1st row: (RS). 1 hdc in each of first 9 sts. Yoh and draw up a loop in next st. Draw up a loop in next st. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook – hdc2tog made. Ch 2. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. 2nd row: Hdc2tog over first 2 sts. 1 hdc in each st to end of row. Ch 2. Turn. 3rd row: 1 hdc in each st to last 2 sts. Hdc2tog over last 2 sts. Ch 2. Turn. Rep last 2 rows once more. 6 sts. 6th and 7th rows: 1 hdc in each st to end of row. Ch 2. Turn.

Materials: Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream (Solids 2.5 oz/70.9 g/Ombres 2 oz/56.7 g) Solids or Ombres: Main Color (MC) 1 ball Contrast A 1 ball Size 4.50 mm (U.S. 7) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge Button Gauge: 14 hdc and 10 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] Note: Ch 2 for turning ch does not count as first st.

8th row: 2 hdc in first st. 1 hdc in each of next 3 sts. Hdc2tog over last 2 sts. Ch 2. Turn. 9th row: Hdc2tog over first 2 sts. 1 hdc in each of next 3 sts. 2 hdc in last st. Ch 2. Turn. Rep last 2 rows once more, then 8th row once omitting turning ch at end of last row. Fasten off. With RS of work facing, miss next 4 sts. Join MC with ss to next st. Ch 2. Hdc2tog over this st and next st. 1 hdc in each st to end of row. Ch 2. Turn. Work to correspond to first side, reversing all shapings.

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Edging: Join A with ss to top left corner of neck edge. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last ss. Work 1 row sc evenly around all edges. Join with ss to first sc. Next row: Working around outer edge only, ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last ss. *Miss next sc. [(1 dc. Ch 1) twice. 1 dc] all in next sc. Miss next sc. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around to opposite corner at back neck. Fasten off. Sew button at back neck.

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Baby Blankets Granny Inspired Chevron Baby Blanket By: Kristin Omdahl of Styled By Kristin The Granny Inspired Chevron Baby Blanket is one of the most unique crochet baby blanket patterns we've come across. The crochet pattern features a beautiful scalloped edge and a specially designed granny inspired chevron stitch.

Note: 'space' refers to the space between each grouping of 3dcs. Gauge: 3dc = 1", 1 row in dc = 1" Finished size: approx. 40" square Multiple of 12 sts + 3 Chain 159 Instructions: Row 1: Work 2 dc into 3rd chain from hook (counts as 3dc)m skip 2 chains. *3dc in next chain, skip 2 chains, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next chain, skip 2 chains, 3dc in nex chain, skip 2 chains, 3dc in next chain, skip 2 chains. Repeat from * to last chain: work 3dc in last chain. (13 shells, 41 3dc groups).

Special stitch instructions:

Row 2: skip 1st st, slip stitch into 2nd st, and into chain space between last 2 groups of 3dc in previous round (hereafter referred to as 'space'. Ch3 (counts as dc) and work 2 dc in same space. *Work 3 dc in next space, work (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2 space, work 3dc in nex space. Work the following decrease group over 2 spaces: work dc in 1st space, work dc2tog over both spaces, work 1 dc in 2nd space worked. Repeat from * to last space: work 3dc in last space. (13 shells, 28 3dc groups, 13 (dc, dc2tog, dc) decrease groups.

shell: 3dc, ch2, 3dc in same ch2 space

Row 3 - 43: repeat row 2.

decrease group: working over 2 spaces, work 1dc in 1st space, work dc2tog over both spaces, work 1dc in 2nd space.

Fasten off. Weave in loose ends. Wash and dry.

Materials: One skein of Pound of Love (100% baby acrylic) US 10 (6.0mm) crochet hook

dc2tog: work a dc into the next space without completing the very last step (keep all three loops on hook), then dc in the next space without completing the last step. You should have 3 loops on the hook, then yarn over and draw through all the loops.

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Precious Pink Baby Afghan By: Roseanna Beck If you're looking for baby afghan patterns for little girls, this Precious Pink Baby Afghan by Roseanna Beck is just what you need. With bubblegum pink stripes and adorable ribbon detailing, this blanket is perfect for babies made of sugar and spice and everything nice.

Materials: 720 yds. Baby Pink Red Heart 4-ply yarn (P) 290 yds. White Red Heart 4-ply yarn (W) 1 yd. 5/8” pink satin ribbon G crochet hook or size needed for gauge Gauge: Shell, V St, Shell, V St – 3 ¼” 4 rows – 2 ¾” Stitch Guide: Chain (ch), Single Crochet (sc), Double Crochet (dc), Slip Stitch (sl st) Special Stitches: V St – dc, ch 1, dc Shell – 3 dc Row 1 – With pink ch 133, V St in 5th ch from hook, *skip 2 ch, Shell in next ch, skip 2 ch, V St in next ch, rep from * across alternating Shell and V St, dc in last ch, ch 3 and turn. Row 2 - *Shell in ch 1 sp of V St, V St in center dc of Shell, rep from * across, dc in last dc, ch 3 and turn. Row 3 - *V St in center dc of Shell, Shell in ch 1 of V St, rep from * across, dc in last dc, ch 3 and turn. Row 4 – Rep Row 2, fasten off and turn. Row 5 – Join white with a sl st in first dc, ch 2, continue with Row 3.

Size: 37” x 39”

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Color Scheme: Rep Rows 3 and 2 as follows: P 4 W 2 (9 times) P 4 (58 rows) Edging: With pink (sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in upper right side edge dc, work along top edge *skip 2 st, (sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next st, rep from * across ending sc in 3rd dc of Shell, (2 dc, ch 2, sc) in side edge dc. Work along side edge (sc, ch 3, sc) in each dc across ending (sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in last dc. Work along bottom edge *skip 2 ch, (sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch, rep from * across ending sc in last ch, (2 dc, ch 2, sc) in side edge dc. Work along side edge (sc, ch 3, sc) in each dc across, join to beg sc and fasten off.

Ribbon Trim: Attach 1 ribbon bow to upper left corner and 1 ribbon bow to lower right corner.

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Natural Baby Blanket By: Kim Biddix for Caron Yarn Crochet an attractive baby blanket in an Aran design for a baby shower gift or your own home. This easy baby blanket crochet pattern is done in eco-friendly yarn.

Finished Measurements: Throw measures approximately 30" wide by 42" long, excluding edging Gauge: In double crochet, 12 sts = 4"/10 cm Gauge is not critical for this project. Special Terms: Shell: Work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next st. Bobble: Work 4 dc in next st; remove hook from final loop, insert hook through top of first 4 dc, pull final loop through. Stitches Used: Chain (ch) Double crochet (dc) Bobble and Shell Pattern (multiple of 18 + 11) Row 1: Beginning in third ch from hook, dc in third ch, * [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next ch] twice, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next 7 ch, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * 3 times, end [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next ch] twice, dc in last ch; turn.

Materials: Yarn: Caron International's Simply Soft Eco (80% Acrylic, 20% NatureSpun™ Polyester): Shown in: #0002 Natural 15oz/ 425g Crochet Hook: One size US I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size to obtain gauge Stitch markers Yarn needle Row counter (optional)

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, * [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next dc], twice, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next 7 dc, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next dc] twice, dc in last dc. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in next 2 dc, * work shell in next dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sc in next 7 dc, ch 1, sc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end work shell in next dc, sc in last 2 dc; turn.

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Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, ch 2, * sc in ch-3 space of shell, ch 3, dc in next sc, ch 1, dc in next 7 sc, ch 1, dc in next sc, ch 3; repeat from * 3 times, end sc in ch-3 space of shell, ch 3, dc in last 2 sc; turn. Row 5: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, * ch 3, dc in next sc, ch 3, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next 3 dc, work Bobble in next st, dc in next 3 dc, ch 1, dc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end ch 3 dc in next sc, ch 3, dc in last 2 dc. Repeat Rows 2 – 5 for Bobble and Shell pattern.

Finishing: Edging: Join yarn at any corner. Rnd 1: Ch 2, dc in each st across top and bottom edges, work 2 dc in each end-of-row along each side edge, join with a slip st to beginning ch. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in next st, * skip 2 sts, work 5 dc in next st, skip 2 sts, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join with a slip st to first st. Fasten off. Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.

Throw: Chain 84. Begin Bobble and Shell pattern; work Rows 1 – 5 once, then 4-row repeat 15 times. Work Rows 2 – 4 once. Work 1 row as for Row 2. Fasten off.

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