Crochet Baby Bib

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A crochet baby bib makes a perfect baby shower gift and is an easy project for beginners to make. There are many different patterns to choose from for both baby boys and baby girls.

Crochet an adorable bib!

Making a Crochet Baby Bib

If you aren’t that comfortable crocheting just yet, there are many easy crochet patterns for you to choose from. Before you begin, however, you’ll need to choose your thread. Be sure you select thread that is soft and comfy. You don’t want to use thread that will be scratchy and irritating to baby’s soft skin.

Patterns and Instructions

There are many free crochet patterns online. Some are free, and some aren’t. Many of these are very inexpensive to purchase, however.

Shona’s Place: This site has several great crochet baby bib patterns, including a granny square baby bib and a filet baby bib pattern. This site offers some patterns that are designed by the site’s owner. You can also find graphs here as well.
Crochet Patty: At this site, you’ll find an adorable baby bear bib.
Crochet Pattern Central: This is a one stop site that offers a variety of crochet patterns for the novice or the experienced crafter. You can choose from a large variety of baby bibs. One popular choice is the Slipover Baby Bib. This bib is designed to slip over baby’s head, so there are no loose strings to deal with.
Bev’s Country Cottage: Searching for a bib that fits preemies? You’ve come to the right place! Not only will you find traditional bib patterns, but you’ll also find bibs that fit even the tiniest heads.
Barbs Craft Books: If you are searching for vintage crochet bibs, check this site out!
Crochet ‘n’ More: You can find a pattern for a preemie baby bib, along with patterns for wash cloths, burp cloths, and many other crochet baby items.
Bernat: You have to become a member to use this site, but once you do, you’ll have access to lots of free crochet patterns. Membership is free, and you’ll have the option of receiving updates on crochet resources, too.
Knitting-Crochet: This is actually a knitting pattern, but it is easily converted to crochet with just a click of the mouse!
Craftown: At this site you can find 1000’s of free craft projects and patterns. There are also free online lessons available.
Huggems: Check out this adorable heart-shaped bib.
Antique Crochet Patterns: This free vintage baby bib pattern is exquisite!
Décor Accents Inc.: For a unique look, why not try to create this dragonfly baby bib? You can create it specifically for a girl or a boy, depending upon the thread used.
Crochet Today: This site allows you to search for patterns and materials. Most of the patterns are easy and inexpensive.
Nice Knits: Although this site charges for its patterns, $3 from each sale goes to a designated charity, such as the Baby Bear Project.

Of course, you can always go to a local craft, hobby, or fabric store and purchase more patterns as well. Many of these stores also offer free lessons on site. All you have to do is purchase the materials.

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