Candy Blankies: Cuddly Crochet for Babies Toddlers

by Candi Jensen

With simple instructions and more than 120 color photographs, anyone—regardless of previous experience—can make beautiful afghans, throws, and blankets. There are 30 projects for every taste and level of skill, including a Bear Necessity blanket with adorable ears and big, cheerful smile; the soft and snuggly denim perfection of Blue Note; the Ripple Effect with its dazzling jewel tones, and a Navajo Throw serape-style warmer inspired by the radiant sunsets of the American Southwest. You’ll get tips for selecting yarns and needles, full crocheting charts and patterns, and hints for finishing off each piece the way professionals do.

Genres: Crochet

144 pages, Paperback

First published March 28, 2004

Reviews

[Vanessa Opal · Rating 3 out of 5]

These blankets were fun to make, colorful and playful; every baby deserves a hand-made blankie to romp around with. The patterns are very cartoony and childlike; if you are looking to make an heirloom blanket, or enjoy clean, simple patterns, take a pass.