Sweet Pea Crochet: Beautiful Baby Blankets & Matching Gifts

(Paperback)

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New baby on the way What better time than to crochet a beautiful matching gift set for the precious little one

Sue Rawlinson of 'Sweetpea Family Crochet' has designedsix beautiful coordinated bundles for every occasion, from bringing the baby home to that all-important first outing. Each bundle includes a baby blanket plus two or three other gifts such as a soft bunny to cuddle, a pretty garland to hang, a baby bear comforter, a hot water bottle cosy and snuggly mittens for a newborn or age 03 months. There are 25 projects in total, so you are spoilt for choice, and each gift set is worked in coordinated colourways and styles.

Along withillustratedcrochet techniques, there are also suggestions forgifting and finishing touches such as crocheted ties to keep your blanket folded when you give it as a gift. The blanketties can be embellished with mini pompoms, crochet hearts or crochet flowers.

Many of the smaller projects such as cosy beanie hats can be finished in an evening, so they are satisfying to make and even more satisfying to give away. With pastelshades, simple designs and soft textures, parents, grandparents and friends will be reaching for their crochet hooks to make gorgeous handmade items for their bundle of joy.

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A treasure trove of adorable gift projects inspired by the pieces the author crocheted for her own three daughters, this is a beautiful collection of contemporary baby patterns. You'll find a range of blanket designs along with small toys, nursery dcor and accessories that can be made individually or combined to create a bundle of coordinated gifts. Quick-hook accessories include baby bobble hats, bootees and mittens, while the cute first toys will be hard to resist!

* Inside Crochet, Issue 155 *

For anyone who loves crocheting for babies this book is a must buy and is guaranteed to quickly become your 'go to' book.

Beautifully photographed with easy to follow instructions throughout. There are 25 projects, and each is grouped into one of six 'baby bundles', although every individual project also makes a standalone gift. Each bundle includes a blanket with two additional complimentary smaller projects. The pattern difficulty is clearly shown for each pattern so there is something to suit every ability.

The only downside is deciding which project to make first!

-- Sazzie Jessop * Customer Review *

I absolutely love this book, I have made several items by Sue Rawlinson and each of them have been lovely to make, the book has something for everyone, beautiful photos, and easy to read instructions. Please Sue, write another one!

* Customer Review *

This is such a lovely book full of beautiful items to crochet. Ive made many of Sues creations and this book does not disappoint. It is beautifully presented with easy to read instructions. Even a beginner could make lots of the items. Cant wait to start crocheting!

-- Helen McLellan * Customer Review *

New baby on the way What better time to crochet! The six bundles include a baby blanket plus two or three small gifts such as a bunny, garland and mittens for a new-born or age three months. The 25 projects have coordinated colourways and small items can be finished in an evening

* Machine Knitting Monthly, April 2023 *

Author Bio

Sue Rawlinson is a well-known crochet designer. After leaving work as anAssociate Director in the NHS and falling in love with crochet, Sue set up her own crochet business, teaching one-to-one lessons and running workshops. She also ran a weekly crochet club which was bursting at the seams she couldnt fit any more members around her table!

Sue now concentrates on designing and pattern writing, collaborating with numerous magazines and yarn suppliers. She is an ambassador and designer forLove Crochet; and has designed and written three Crochet Alongs forWomans Weekly, plus several blanket patterns for The Knitting Network.

Crochet has given Sue a new lease of life and allowed her to pursue a simpler, more creative pathway. She lives in Stockport, UK. To see more of Sue's work, visit her Instagram @sweetpeafamilycrochet