Weekend Crochet for Babies: 24 Cute Crochet Designs, from Sweaters and Jackets to Hats and Toys [Paperback]

Sue Whiting (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2009

Designed for all skill levels, this crafters companion features fun and versatile patterns for baby clothes through simple projects that can be completed in a weekend. Beginners will appreciate the instructions on getting started and essential techniques, while experienced crocheters will enjoy the range of different effects created in these garments, such as chunky textured fabric and delicate lacy patterns. These projects make use of a wide selection of yarns; can be easily adapted for infants or toddlers; include detailed information on stitches and techniques; and feature designs such as classic sweaters, tops for girls and boys, a duffle coat, a lacy cardigan, a hat and scarf set, booties, mittens, a dress, and two dolls.

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"Two dozen super-cute yet sturdy pieces sized for newborns through toddlers of 18 months. Color-blocking, chevrons, mesh lace, hoodies, zip-ups, multi yarn-the hottest trends in knitting for grownups are here converted into chic crochet for the smallest customers. Additionally, a quick color change renders most of the projects unisex."  —knitsimple

About the Author

Sue Whiting is a needlecraft design consultant who produces patterns for several textile companies. She is the author of The Big Book of Weekend Crochet and The Crochet Bible.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570764239
• ISBN-13: 978-1570764233
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,152,077 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally stylish patterns, September 10, 2009

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S. Clark (Chapel Hill, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Weekend Crochet for Babies: 24 Cute Crochet Designs, from Sweaters and Jackets to Hats and Toys (Paperback)

I was delighted to flip through the pages of this book because there were so many items that were refreshingly new. There were no tired old "granny" type items that are too abundant in the marketplace. I already made one sweater and was thrilled to give it as a gift.

Only constructive criticism is: I would enjoy seeing each piece drawn (with measurements) prior to joining them. I am an intermediate-level crocheter, and this would greatly assist my skill level.

And just because I was thrilled with this book, I purchased another by the same author. I so look forward to many fun hours crocheting.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars My First Crochet for Baby Book...Better Than Others But..., October 8, 2010

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This was my first crochet for baby book and overall I think it deserves 4 stars however it would have been great if the yarns used were easier to find and not so expensive. I crocheted several of the patterns but used yarns I purchased at my local store and from the rave's I received I think everyone loved them. The book title claims the projects can be made in a weekend, but I've crocheted for years and I don't think there was one project that could be made in a weekend.

So in ending my review let me say I would purchase this book again and would recommend it as well. In my opinion patterns for babies are hard to find that can be used for everyday wear and this book has several and also the more dressy patterns as well.

7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Hard to understand, January 7, 2010

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This review is from: Weekend Crochet for Babies: 24 Cute Crochet Designs, from Sweaters and Jackets to Hats and Toys (Paperback)

I would have liked to know that this book was written by an English author and uses English yarns. They detail the yarns by manufacturer, Rowan & Jaeger and Colinette, but do not rate them on the 1-6 system that yarn is rated at as to weight. The two US suppliers, one in New Hampshire and one in Pennsylvania don't have websites to order yarn from, making it hard to make a good substitution of yarn. Another problem: Cover coat is done on a 7mm needle, we only have 6.5 and 8 mm needles--no 7mm.