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Book Review – Crochet Boutique

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If  you’re looking for a collection of easy to crochet hats and scarves, this book could be just what you’re looking for.  Popular Etsy.com seller, Rachael Oglesby, has gathered 30 of her designs in this book.  Chunky scarves and hats of all kinds abound!  There’s a very cool laptop sleeve and an appealing Rainbow Shell Throw, and even a funky fun lampshade among the 30 designs.  If you are a younger crocheter or you crochet for the younger set, you’ll find plenty to like in this book.  Nothing here for babies or tots, but plenty for the fashion forward fashionista.

Book Specs:

Crochet Boutique by Rachael Oglesby

Lark Crafts, 2012

128 Pages, soft cover

ISBN:  9781600599262

$17.95 USD

Comments

  4. I have already started my fall hat-making frenzy. It’s a fun diversion to the sweater and afghan WIP’s. Thank you for this give-away opportunity! Di

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Crochet Baby Beanie – A Sweet Beginner-Friendly Hat Pattern for Baby Showers and Handmade Gifts

This Crochet Baby Beanie is one of those simple little patterns that makes a really lovely handmade gift. It uses soft Bernat Softee Baby yarn for the hat, a fluffy Pipsqueak edging, and an optional crochet flower on the side, giving it that cute baby-shower-ready finish.

What makes this one appealing is that the shape is worked in easy rounds, starting with a magic circle and increasing up to 48 stitches before moving into the textured post-stitch section. The fluffy edging softens the whole look, and the added flower gives it a sweet decorative touch without making the project feel too fussy.

I also like that it feels like a pattern you could easily customize. You could skip the flower for a simpler baby beanie, change the colors for a more modern look, or keep the pink-and-white version for a classic handmade baby gift. It has that practical “quick weekend project” feel, which is always handy when a baby shower sneaks up on you.

If you’re looking for an easy crochet baby hat pattern with a soft, cozy finish, this one is definitely worth a look. It’s cute, giftable, and the fluffy trim gives it a little extra charm.