Get ready for your new arrival with gifts that express how happy you are feeling! Here is a collection of knit, crochet and craft ideas to keep your fingers busy while waiting for baby to arrive. And if baby is already here, you will find ideas that you can finish in little time…before baby outgrows your creation.
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Baby's First Crochet Beach Ball
A soft, crocheted ball is easy for baby to hold and it’s soft enough for safe play. Be sure to crochet tight enough that the fiberfill doesn’t come through the crochet surface easily.
Pattern crocheted in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs Medium.
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Sunnyside Up Knit Blanket
This sweet blanket is perfectly suited for playing pretend and naptime snuggles.
Pattern knit in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs.
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Ridged Ripples Crochet Baby Blanket
Snuggle up for nap time with this cute blanket! The gentle ripple pattern is easy to crochet, so you’ll have a blankie for baby in no time.
Pattern crocheted in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs.
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Classic Crochet Baby Vest
This sweet little vest is sure to get lots of wear! It’s so easy to layer over different tops, and is easy to put on when baby gets cold.
Pattern crocheted in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs Medium.
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Lay and Play Craft Baby Toys
Keep baby entertained with these brightly colored toys. Each one is quick to make, so you can easily create new toys for baby to play with.
Pattern crafted in Red Heart Soft Baby Steps.
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Knit Huggable Puppy Baby Dress
This cozy dress is fashionable over leggings or jeans. Optional puppy face can be added with duplicate stitch embroidery that is done after the knitting is complete.
Pattern knit in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs Medium.
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Unisex Crochet Sandals for Baby
A soft, crocheted ball is easy for baby to hold and it’s soft enough for safe play. Be sure to crochet tight enough that the fiberfill doesn’t come through the crochet surface easily.
Pattern crocheted in Red Heart Bunches of Hugs Medium.