Lullaby Lodge: Babies

Wednesday 15 January 2020

Crochet For Valentine's Day - Free patterns by my favourite designers, including new designs for 2020...

Hello friends. It's that time of year again, when we think of all those people close to us that we love and what better way to show how much we care, than by making them a crochet gift. Here are some of my favourites. Enjoy!

It wouldn't be Valentine's Day without hearts and these crochet ones are so quick and easy to make and there are so many ways you could use them. This pattern is by Itchin' for some Stitchin'.

Crochet Hearts

Your little one will look so adorable in this chunky cabled hat, by Salty Pearl Crochet.

Chunky Cabled Heart Hat

How cute are these kitties with their heart pops? I know someone would love to receive these for Valentine's Day. Pattern by Thoresby Cottage.

Itty Bitty Crochet Kitty

I just love this granny square heart cushion by Cute and Cosy Crochet.

Heart To Heart Pillow

Things can feel a little drab after Christmas, once all the decorations are down and the weather is still cold and dreary. So brighten up your home with this wonderful heart garland by Annies Design Crochet.

Valentine's Day Garland

We have all seen so many calendars for advent, now you can make one for Valentine's Day too. Pattern by Loops & Love Crochet.

Valentine's Day Countdown Calendar

Keep cosy in this velvet, heart headband. You know how I love velvet yarn. The pattern is by Through The Loop.

Velvet Head Wrap

Another cute cushion for you to crochet. Pattern by Jen Hayes Creations.

Crochet Heart Pillow

While you are treating everyone you love, don't forget to make a little something for yourself. This hotpad is so quick and simple to make and will add a little love to your kitchen. The pattern is by Stitches & Scraps.

Crochet Heart Hotpad

Lastly we have this super cute baby beanie, with heart motif. You might be fooled into thinking these are knitted, but no, they are Tunisian crochet and are just adorable. The pattern is another one by Thoresby Cottage.

Sweetheart Tunisian Baby Hat

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That's it folks, I hope you found something you would like to make for a loved one. Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments below...

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Catherine

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Free Pattern - Granny Square Bonnet, Cute Pixie Style Baby Hat

Keep your little ones warm in spring and cool in the summer, with this cute pixie style bonnet crocheted in soft cotton. King Cole Cottonsoft Crush is an incredibly soft 100% cotton yarn, making if perfect for baby's skin and its self-striping design means no pesky colour changes. You can of course, use any cotton DK for this project, or use your favourite wool for a winter bonnet.

The bonnet is made by joining 2 granny squares together and adding a simple edging and ties to the front. US terminology is used throughout.

Granny Square Bonnet

Materials

1 100g ball King Cole Cottonsoft Crush

Darning needle

Hook

4mm (G) hook

Size

0-6 [6-12, 12-24, 24+] months, fits up to 40 [44, 48, 52] cm or 15 3/4 [17 1/4, 18 3/4, 20 1/2] inches

Gauge

Finished square should measure approximately 16 [18, 20, 21] cm or 6 1/4 [7, 7 3/4, 8 1/4] inches

Abbreviations / Terms

US Terms (UK Terms)

sc - single crochet (double crochet)

dc - double crochet (treble crochet)

sc2tog - single crochet 2 together (double crochet 2 together)

sl st - slip stitch

ch - chain

st(s) - stitch(s)

sp(s) - space(s)

Other notes: As all babies are different is it important to take correct measurements. Measure the circumference of your baby's head and choose a size that allows for growth.

Granny square (make 2)

Foundation round ch 4 and join with sl st to form ring.

Round 1 (right side) ch3, 2dc into ring, ch2, [3dc into ring, ch2] 3 times, join with sl st to top of ch3. Turn.

Round 2 (wrong side) ch3, 2dc into same sp, ch2, 3dc into same sp (corner made), [3dc into next sp, ch2, 3dc into same sp] x3, join with sl st to top of ch3. Turn.

Round 3 ch3, 2dc in same sp, make 3d in each sp and 3dc, ch2, 3dc in each corner sp, join with sl st to top of ch3. Turn.

Rounds 4-7 [8, 9, 10] repeat round 3. Fasten off.

Joining

With wrong sides together and starting at the top right corner proceed to sc your squares together as follows -

Joining with a sl st in corner sp, ch1, sc in same sp making sure to work through both squares simultaneously, sc in next and every st across top of granny square. In the corner 3sc, continue along left side of granny square making sc in each st. Sc in last corner sp, fasten off.

Bobble Edging

Row 1 with right side facing join yarn with a sl st in bottom right corner sp, ch1 sc in same sp. Sc in each st across front of bonnet until the corner sp. Next sc in first corner sp, sc2tog across both sp's, sc in second corner sp. Now continue with sc in each st across ending with sc in last corner sp. Turn.

Row 2 (wrong side) [dc in next st, sl st in next st] repeat across front of bonnet. Fasten off.

Ties

Ch 40 [45, 50, 55] and with bonnet upside-down join with a sc to side of last stitch of edging, sc in corner sp and sc in every st across until next corner sp. Sc in first sp, sc2tog across both sp's, sc in next sp. Sc in next and every st across, sc in last corner sp and in side of last st of edging. Ch 40 [45, 50, 55] fasten off and weave in ends...

...and there you have a super cute granny square bonnet.

If you would like a larger bonnet you can simply add more rounds to your squares...

A printable version of this pattern is available in both my Ravelry and Etsy stores...

Enjoy!

Until next time...