So Easy Baby Bib
Inspiration
Looking for a free easy crochet baby bib pattern? If yes, then try this simple and quick bib pattern. The pattern works out fast and all you will need to know is how to double crochet, half double crochet, and single crochet. The only technique required is to know how to double crochet in the back loop only and front loop only.
I love to crochet baby stuff even more so, after having grandbabies. Nothing excites me more than when I crochet for them or someone asks me to crochet for their unborn or born baby. Even better, my granddaughters are older now and therefore they ask me specifically what they want me to make for them. I love it because I am sure they are more to use what they ask for.
Well, this is my first baby bib to make. I have designed and crocheted things for babies and older kids but never a baby bib. Not until a friend asked me to make this baby bib for her. I am glad she did because then I got a chance to make my first baby bib.
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Designing and crocheting this baby bib was easy. This is because my friend knew specifically what she wanted. She described it to me and after several drawings, she was satisfied with this pattern.
She also knew that she wanted purple color, which is her husband’s favorite color. He is an LSU fan and alumnus and so he chose the color for his son. I decided to make the pink one as I really enjoyed making it.
After I finished, I decided that I wanted to share my first crochet bib pattern with as many people as possible. What other way to accomplish that than being part of the Baby Shower Blog Hop? This blog hop is hosted by Kristine Mullen of Ambassador Crochet.
The blog hop runs from April 3rd till April 22nd, 2023. The patterns are a collection of patterns from different designers who have teamed up to bring you baby patterns. The patterns are beautiful and perfect for baby showers or just making yourself for your baby or grandparents making for their grandchildren.oBelow are the designers who shared their patterns
If you love baby/kids patterns or are looking for a kids project check out my other baby/toddler patterns below:
Trendy Toddler Sweater and Trendy Toddler Pants. You can also get both as a set of Trendy Toddler Sweater and Pants.
Yarn
I used Lions Brand Basic Stitch Anti-pilling 100% Acrylic 185 yds in Purple and Baby Pink, 102 yds (93 m) for each bib. I have made several projects with this yarn and love it. It is easy to work with and there is no pilling.
Alternatives to this yarn include Lion Brand Schitt’s Creek, Premier Yarns Ever Soft
Lion Brand Schitt’s Creek, Caron Simply Soft, Cascade Yarns Anthem, Bernat Premium, and Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek.
If unable to find the substitute yarns, you can use any Acrylic weight 4 yarn.
Skill
Easy
Materials
Lions Brand Basic Stitch Anti-pilling 100% Acrylic 185 yds (170 m)/3.5 oz (100 g) in Purple and Baby Pink 102 yds (93 m) for each bib.
Worsted Weight (4)
Hook 4 mm (G)
Tape Measure
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
One 0.5” button per bib
Tapestry Needle
Gauge
18 sts x 8 rows = 4” x 4” (10cm x 10 cm).
Finished Measurements
9” wide x 8” long
The curve for the neck 7.5”
Abbreviations
Ch(s): chain(s)
Sc: single crochet
Hdc: half double crochet
Dc: double crochet
Dcblo: double crochet back loop only
Dcflo: double crochet front loop only
Dc2tog: double crochet 2 together
Notes
The pattern is written in US terms
Ch 3 at the beginning of the row counts as a st
The bib is worked in rows
Crochet Baby Bib Pattern Instructions
Ch 33
Row 1: (RS) hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch to end, ch 2, turn. (31).
Row 2: 2 hdc in first st, hdc in each st to last st, 2 hdc in last st, ch 2, turn. (33).
Rows 3-5: Rep row 2 (39).
Rows 6-17: Ch 3, dcblo in 2nd st, * dcflo in next st, dcblo in next st, rep from *to the end, turn.
Work should measure 6 ins [15 cm] ending with RS facing
Row 18: ch 3, dc in next 8 sts, dc2tog, turn (10).
Row 19: ch 3, dc2tog, dc in each st to end, turn (9)
Row 20: ch 3, dc in each st to last 2 sts, dc2tog, turn. (8).
Rows 21 & 22: Rep rows 19 & 20 (7).
Rows 23-30: ch 3, dc in 2nd st and each st to end, turn (6).
Row 31: ch 3, dc2tog, dc in each st to end, turn (5).
Row 32: ch 3, (dc2tog) x 2 (3).
Row 33: ch 3, dc2tog (2)
Fasten off.
Edging
With the right side facing, attach yarn to any of the lower corners and sc evenly all around the bib
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Sew the button at the end of any of the neckties and button through any of the spaces in the pattern on the opposite necktie.
