Hi guys! I’ve got a piece of sweet news! Soon a new crochet book will be launched. I had to sit on this piece of news for quite some time. Last year, Dedri from Look at what I made asked me if I wanted to design a few items to be included in her new book. Of course, I said yes, who wouldn’t?! Fast forward a year, and here we are!
The brand new book is called Boho Baby crochet. It’s available in two versions: A UK version called ‘Boho baby crochet’ (published by Apple press), and a US version called ‘Bold baby crochet’ (published by Barron’s). The book is filled with 30 baby projects. Some projects are quick and easy, others take a bit more work – so it’s interesting for both beginners and experienced crocheters!
As I said, I contributed a few designs to the book, and so did other designers:
- Amy Ramnarine (The Stitchin’ Mommy)
- Rhondda Mol (Oombawka Design Crochet)
- Carmen Jorissen (Crafty Queens)
- Dedri Uys (Lookatwhatimade)
- Doroteja Kardum (Croby Pattern Designs)
- Pia Thadani (Stitches ‘n Scraps)
- Shelley Husband (Spincushions)
- Carolyn Christmas (Pink Mambo)
- Sophie Cormier (Illumikniti Designs)
The projects range from baby blankets to pacifier cords, and from socks and cardigans to toys such as these play blocks above. Aren’t they cute? I designed a floor rug (top left), baby socks (bottom right) and pacifier cords for the book. But there is so much more! Little Mary Janes, blankets, storage boxes, garlands…! As you might notice, my book front cover is different from the one in the top image. That’s a difference between the US and UK versions, but of course, the patterns in both are the same.
How sweet are these friendly soft toys, made by Carmen from Crafty queens? Photo Credit Simon Pask, Barrons and Apple
And Dedri herself has designed this this hot air balloon garland – cute!!
Details
I think Bold Baby crochet makes for a great addition to your crochet book collection! If you want your own copy of this book, have a look here for the available retailers. For Dutch folks, the book is also available for pre-order at Bol.com! The book will retail at £ 12.99 and will be available from May 5th, 2017. You can find most, if not all yarns for this book at Wool Warehouse.
Giveaway
If you’re feeling lucky today, continue reading! I’m allowed to give away three copies of Boho Baby Crochet! In order to participate all you have to do is comment on this blogpost, telling me what your favourite baby project to make is. If you’re feeling extra fancy, follow me and Dedri’s facebookpage if you haven’t done so already, but it’s not mandatory to qualify. The giveaway is open worldwide and will run until May 5th 2017. On May 6th I will message the winners. Good luck!
Comments
Looks like a fabulous book .. And would be ideal as my new nephew or niece is due on 23 May! May 01, 2017 14:29 - Reply
And I love to make babyprojects, all kind of iT. Big ones and small ones. May 01, 2017 14:31 - Reply
I'm in love with the rainbow-white blanket tho, might make that for myself! :D May 01, 2017 14:53 - Reply
Love the look of the book by the way! May 01, 2017 17:16 - Reply
Mijn mooiste babyproduct is de muziekster waarbij mijn kleinzoon heerlijk gaat slapen :) May 01, 2017 18:47 - Reply
I really like making blankets in general, and baby blankets are even more fun to make... I love the idea that it will become a part of the baby's childhood and memories, and keep him/her warm and safe...
Soft toys are also some of my favorites, They're made up quite fast and you can go crazy with the colors :) May 02, 2017 08:17 - Reply
Wish I had some inspiration for smaller items!! May 02, 2017 15:07 - Reply
Personally I love to make little baby blankets because it's something that always comes in handy whether at home, out and about or in the car, so these are my go to baby gifts. However I do love to make other little bits as well, like one of Dedri's puzzle balls or a cute little jumper in the softest yarn.
I would love to win one of these books, but if I don't I'll probably be at the store buying the book anyway :D May 02, 2017 16:12 - Reply
Liefs Froukje May 02, 2017 17:18 - Reply