Tulip Baby Set

Tulip Baby Set
Originally uploaded by CrochetDad

One of my entries in the 2010 San Diego County Fair. This one's in the Baby Set competition - my first entry in this division.

Pattern available in Crochet World Magazine April 2010

Amaya with her latest toys from grandpa

Amaya with her latest toys from grandpa
Originally uploaded by CrochetDad

I was over on Crafster and ran across a cute bunny pattern made (almost) in one piece. I couldn't resist making one for my granddaughter...here she is with her latest toys from Grandpa

Here's the pink one!

Amaya's Flower Hat
Originally uploaded by CrochetDad

When my granddaughter, Amaya saw her new yellow hat, she asked "Can you make a PINK one?" Of course, I said "Yes" and asked if she wanted flowers on it. She responded "Yeah" with a big smile. Here's the result. I know she liked it because she wore it or carried it around the rest of the day.  I'm definitely making a pattern for this one...

Crocheted Rocks

Crocheted Rocks
Originally uploaded by CrochetDad

I ran across some crocheted rocks on the Internet and decided to try my hand at it. It's relaxing, rewarding and FUN! A nice decoration for the home, too.  Crocheted with #10 crochet thread and a #5 hook.

Amaya's new hat

Amaya's new hat
Originally uploaded by CrochetDad

My granddaughter, Amaya wanted a hat! Boy was I excited! I said "what color?" She said "Wellow". Since I'm a Los Angeles Lakers fan, I added a purple band. I might produce a pattern for this. It came out well.

Now she asked "Can you make a pink one?"  Guess what?  - I'm making a pink one, of course.

Sea Turtle for Amaya

I thought it was time my granddaughter had a new toy, so I made this sea turtle for her.  It's about 4½ inches across.  The FREE Pattern is available here

Crochet Pattern finished for Unisex Ribbed Fedora

After seemingly unending modifications, I've finally finished the pattern for my Unisex Ribbed Fedora.  Sizes available for Toddler/Youth (18-19 inches), Small Adult (20-21 inches, and Large Adult (22-23 inches).

As many of you know, I'd rather crochet than write patterns, but I've had so many requests for this pattern, I felt I'd better get something out there or I'd lose some credibility.

This hat is now the hat I wear everyday.  I've had many nice comments from people I meet.   

The shape of the brim and crown shape is maintained by nylon line - you know, the kind that is used in lawn edge trimmers.