Saturday, July 20, 2013

Basketball Baby Booties

Basketball Baby Booties

Check out my new pattern!

I created the pattern on a drive from North Carolina to Florida as a gift for a friend of mine. (I swear sometimes that's when I do the best crocheting! It must be the large amount of uninterrupted time!) Anyway, she has just given birth to her son, Colton. I looked everywhere for a pattern like this, but couldn't find one I really liked, so...I made my own! :) They are fairly quick to work up and can be easily altered for boys or girls.

I also embroidered a 'C' for 'Colton, just to add a bit more personalization! :) Unfortunately I don't often crochet for babies (I don't have kids), so I made the sole 2 inches long (heel to toe). I know this is a bit large for a newborn, however I think it would be uncomfortable during the summer so he'd probably wait to wear it until it gets colder anyway.Plus, it is a laced shoe and can be tightened/loosened as needed.

Interested in this pattern? Feel free to visit my Ravelry shop!

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/basketball-baby-booties

I also made him an adorable pair of camouflage flip flops he can wear now! Although I have to wonder if our female ancestors would be rolling in their graves right now to see us making things like this?
Interested in this pattern? I purchased it on Etsy, go here to view! (I left off the back straps, if you're wondering why mine look a bit different)

I also used a bit of leftover yarn I had to made a small blanket for him.

I like the very boy colors, and that it won't make him hot, but is still sturdy enough to be baby-proof. This idea came from 'blankets' my mom crocheted for my sister when she was young. My sister had this GIANT crocheted blanket she called "Blankie." My mom made it before I was born, however my sister was the one who fell in love with it, to the point where she wanted to carry it EVERYWHERE as an alternative my mom made several smaller blankets that were about 8"x 8". They were much more convenient and smelled better as my mom would trade them out so she could wash them better.
It's essentially just a large granny square with a reverse single crochet edge and a couple color changes, however I went ahead and posted the pattern in my Ravelry shop for free. You're welcome to visit it here.

Happy Birthday Colton!

~Farm Girl Teacher
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I'm often asked if I will make custom projects or sell my work. The short answer is, yes.
My patterns are always free, but I do charge for projects mostly to cover the cost of resources, and my time. Basically, if you see something you like and want me to make it, I'd be happy to talk to you. The best way to contact me is through my email thatfarmgirlteacher@gmail.com. I can make nearly anything and I've had people in the past send me photos of what they're interested in. Time to make it, cost, and more can be discussed through my email and varies greatly based on what you'd like made.
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