This hat is one of my favorite projects to repeat (check out the Earthy Striped Baby Hat or the Double Crochet Beanie with Scallop Edging and Flower Applique). I used a size "G" crochet hook and Sirdar Snuggly Tiny Tots DK, Shade #0915 (a cream blend yarn with blue and brown flecks, purchased at a local yarn store and found here).
This time, I followed Oombawka Design's pattern for a Double Crochet Beanie in the newborn size. And once again, I adjusted slightly by following Cr8tion Crochet's instructions for seamless crochet stitches.
The hat measures 5-1/2 inches wide and 5 inches tall, which measures up against another newborn I had on hand.
The booties were a new project that involved the same yarn and a size "I" crochet hook. I used a pattern from Ravelry called Simple Crossover Booties. One minor adaptation: For Rows 9-21, it says to "SC in next 3 SC stitches." I think this was a typo, because there are actually 4 SC stitches in the previous row. So, I did 4 single-crochets in each row and it turned out just fine.
The booties are about 2 inches wide, 3 inches long, and 2 inches tall. I really hope they fit (and stay on for a few minutes) because they're so stinkin' adorable!
Hope I've inspired you to start your next project.
Happy hooking,
Jilliane
