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Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies – Book Review and Pattern Excerpt

in book review, Storey on 05/24/16

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Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.

 

Title: Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies
Published by: Storey Publishing, LLC
Editor: Judith Durant & Edie Eckman
ISBN: 978-1-61212-576-3
Format: Paperback, 288 Pages
Published: May 3, 2016

Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies, Edited by Judith Durant & Edie Eckman, published by Storey Publishing LLC, contains 101 projects for babies and toddlers that use one skein of yarn or less! There are patterns for clothing, toys, blankets, and more, designed by numerous talented designers. 

Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies is broken down into seven different sections with several different patterns per section. Here is a breakdown of the sections:

  • Little Hats and Caps
  • Little Socks and Bootees
  • Little Tops and Dresses
  • Little Bibs and Washcloths
  • Little Toys
  • Little Blankets and Sacks
  • Little Bags and Accessories

 

Each of the patterns contain detailed written instructions complete with sizing information, yarn and tools needed, gauge information and visual aids such as charts or schematics. I really enjoy that some of the projects come in several sizes so that you can easily make them in several sizes to meet your needs.

 

All of the projects in this book are gorgeous and perfect for your little one! With over 100 projects to choose from, there is something for everyone. Here are a few of my favorite projects from the book!

Hyperbolic Mobile by Edie Eckman p257, Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.
Waves and Patchwork Washcloths by Melinda A. Slaving p164, Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.
Prism Pinafore by Edie Eckman p100, Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.

After you make your way through the amazing projects in this book, make sure to take a look at the Appendix. The Appendix contains information about the designers, a glossary of stitch terms with some visual aids, and other helpful techniques. There is also a chart of yarn weights with recommended hook sizes and gauges, as well as a list of abbreviations, a symbol key, and an index.

The patterns in Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies vary in difficulty but the patterns are extremely detail so any crocheter can tackle them. The patterns would all make lovely gifts for a baby shower, Christening and other special baby occasions! I hope you grab this wonderful book and try the projects for yourself!

Thank you to Storey Publishing LLC for providing me with a copy of this book for my review! You can see more about Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies, Edited by Judith Durant & Edie Eckman from Storey Publishing LLC.

For more information about Storey Publishing LLC, visit their Website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube!

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Storey Publishing LLC has graciously provided a pattern excerpt from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies, Edited by Judith Durant & Edie Eckman for my amazing readers! I hope you enjoy the pattern!

Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies, Edited by Judith Durant & Edie Eckman: Book Review and Pattern Excerpt | www.thestitchinmommy.com

Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.

Snuggly Wave Cocoon

Designed by Gwen Steege

Whether you call it a cocoon or a baby sack or bunting, this welcome cover-up is an especially useful gift for a newborn. Crocheted in Madlinetosh’s Pashmina, it’s
luxuriously warm, and machine washable, as well.

Size and Finished Measurements
For newborn: 18″/45.5 cm circumference and 17″/43 cm length

Yarn
Madelinetosh Pashmina, 75% merino wool/15% silk/10% cashmere, 360 yds (329 m)/4 oz (113 g), Fragrant 2

Crochet Hook
US E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain correct gauge

Gauge
First 4 rounds = 4″/10 cm in diameter 2 pattern repeats and 20 rounds = 5″/12.5 cm in Wave Stitch pattern

Other Supplies
Yarn needle

Pattern Essentials
Wave Stitch Pattern (multiple of 14 stitches)

Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with slip st to first sc.
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), 3 dc in first st, *skip next 3 sc, sc in next 7 sc, skip next 3 sc**, 7 dc in next sc; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, 3 dc in same st as beginning ch-3, join with slip st to top of ch-3.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with slip st to first sc.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first 4 dc, *skip next 3 sc, 7 dc in next sc, skip next 3 sc**, sc in next 7 sc; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, sc in next 3 sc, join with slip st to first sc.
Repeat Rnds 1–4 for pattern.

Crocheting the Cocoon

The Bottom
••Begin with an adjustable ring (see page 272).
••Rnd 1: Ch 1, 12 sc in ring, join with slip st to first sc. You now have 12 sc.
••Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in same st, 2 dc in each sc around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 24 dc.
••Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 36 dc.
••Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next 2 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 48 dc.
••Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next 3 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 3 dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 60 dc.
••Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next 4 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 4 dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 72 dc.
••Rnd 7: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next 5 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 84 dc.
••Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in next 6 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 6 dc; repeat from * around, join with slip st to top of ch-3. You now have 96 dc.
••Rnd 9: Ch 1, 2 sc in same st, sc in next 48 dc, 2 sc in next dc, sc in each dc around join with slip st to first sc. You now have 98 sc.

The Body
••Work Rnds 1–4 of Wave Stitch pattern 14 times.
••Next Rnd: Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with slip st to first sc, turn.
••Final Rnd (WS): Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with slip st to first sc.
••Weave in ends. Block.

210_cKarenManthey_SnugglyWaveCocoon_COSW4B

Excerpted from Crochet One-Skein Wonders for Babies (c) Judith Durant (c) Edie Eckman. Photographs by (c) Geneve Hoffman Photography. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.

 



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  1. Debby Elmer says

    February 17, 2018 at 9:02 AM

    Love the bunny slippers

    Reply
  2. Morgan Schrodt says

    December 14, 2017 at 2:15 AM

    Wow I love the patterns in this book!! Will be putting this on my wishlist!!

    Reply
  3. Lori Morton says

    December 13, 2017 at 12:20 PM

    Love the projects in this book! LOVE the Peapod one!! 🙂 Great review too…love one skein patterns!

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  4. K'Lynn Wait says

    December 11, 2017 at 10:02 AM

    Cute patterns, thanks for the review!

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  5. Kelly says

    December 7, 2017 at 2:52 PM

    This book looks and sounds fabulous! As a grandmother,Aunt, Etc, it is a definite must have. Put it on my amazon wish list…

    Reply
  6. Theresa Tabone says

    December 2, 2017 at 6:54 PM

    Thanks for the review. Grandbaby #4 born recently and I can see me making some of these

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  7. Amy Hill says

    August 25, 2016 at 1:39 AM

    With so many people around me having babies this would be a great book for me to have. Some of the items are so cute! That wave cocoon is adorable.

    Reply
  8. brandi aldrich says

    August 24, 2016 at 9:06 PM

    awesome review and i really need to get this book

    Reply
  9. Jo-ann Mitchell says

    August 20, 2016 at 4:00 PM

    What a delight! So many options for using one skein!

    Reply
  10. goldy12 says

    August 16, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    The bottle cozy is perfect for picnic trips with my sun . The milk stay warm and hi can hold the bottle.

    Reply
  11. Marlene says

    August 15, 2016 at 1:08 PM

    What a perfect book. So many great patterns. They appear to work up quickly, making them great for gift giving. I am making the baby cacoon for my great granddaughters arrival due this spring.

    Reply
  12. Pam says

    August 13, 2016 at 9:24 AM

    One skein wonders looks like projects I could do.

    Reply
  13. Melissa Deel Seavers says

    August 13, 2016 at 7:31 AM

    This is a great little book I only have one baby to crochet for but I will be looking for this! My friends son will be so happy! I help them out with special gifts for their newborn!

    Reply
  14. Sarah Price says

    August 9, 2016 at 12:37 AM

    Looks like a fun book. I like that you have included a sample pattern.

    Reply
  15. carol easterday says

    August 6, 2016 at 9:53 AM

    The baby cocoons are adorable I like easy one skein projects!

    Reply
  16. Jayme L. says

    July 31, 2016 at 6:30 PM

    Thanks for the review. Looks like some great stuff, and I’m always looking to reduce my stash of single skeins!

    Reply
  17. Michelle Anderson says

    July 30, 2016 at 9:53 AM

    Tone of the things I like about this book is that it contains such easy to follow instructions ?

    Reply
  18. Laurie says

    July 30, 2016 at 12:59 AM

    Love all these cute patterns. Can wait to make some of them.

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