Angel Gown and Hat # 4

Angel Gown and Hat # 4

Bernat Softee Baby Baby Baby or # 3 yarn, Small amount white for trim, Size G hook.

Gown Bodice

Row 1:  Ch 41.  1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook.  1 hdc in next 4 ch, hdc, ch 1, hdc in next st.  1 hdc in next 6 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next st,  1 hdc in next 9 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next st,  1 hdc in next 6 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 hdc in next 5 ch.  Ch 2, turn.

Row 2:  Skip 1 st st, 1 hdc in each st around.  1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch 1 space.  Ch 2, turn.

Row 3 to 8:  Repeat row 2.

Row 9:  1 hdc in second st and each st until ch 1 space.  1 hdc in ch 1 space, ch 4 for armhole, 1 hdc in next ch 1 space.  Hdc in each st to ch 1 space, 1 hdc in ch 1 sp, ch 4, 1 hdc in ch 1 space, 1 hdc in remaining sts.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 10:  1 dc in 1st st, skip 1 st, *Shell in next st ( 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc), skip1 st, 1 dc in next 3 sts*,  Continue across row * to * doing pattern in ch 4 for armhole.  End with 1 dc in last 2 sts.  10 shells.

Row 11:  Ch 3, turn.  1 dc in top of dc, * shell in ch 1 space, 1 dc in each of dc from prior row*  End with 1 dc in last two sts. 

Row 12 to 27:  Repeat row 11.  End off.

Trim.  Attach white yarn, ch 2, 1 sc in each dc and ch 1 space on bottom.  Sc ch 1, sc in corner st.  Work sc up front, then around neckline, then down other front doing 1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc in each corner.  End off and hide all tails.  If the fronts don't lay flat, there are too many sc.

Sleeves:  Attach yarn under arm, ch 3, work 12 dc in prior row. Skip 1 st, shell in next st, skip 1, 12 dc in prior row.  Slip st in top of ch 3, ch 3 turn and repeat row 5 times.

Using white yarn ch 150. Weave in Row 1 and Row 9 of bodice.  Ribbon can also be used.

Hat

Ch 13, Hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in next 9 ch. 6 hdc in last ch, working down other side of ch, 1 hdc in next 10 st.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 2:  1 dc in 2nd st, 1 dc in next 9 sts, 2 dc in next 4 st, 1dc in next 10 sts.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 3:  1 dc in 2nd st, 1 dc in next 12 st, 2 dc in next6 st, 1 dc in next 11 st.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 4:  1 dc in 2nd st, 1 dc in next 13 st, 2 dc in next 2 st, 1 dc in next st,  2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next, 2 dc in next, 1 dc in next, 2 dc in next, 1 dc in 14 st.  Ch 3, turn.

Row 5 to 10:  *Skip 2 st, shell in next st,*  End 1 dc in last st.  10 shells.  End off.

Trim:  Attach white yarn, ch 2, 1 sc in each dc of front, skipping each ch 1 space.  Sc, ch 1, sc in corners, sc around neck of hat.  End off.  Hide all ends.  Ch 150 for tie and weave in neckline. 

Simple pattern?  Use different colors. 

New pattern

I am finishing up a new gown.  It's not quite done.  I also made the matching hat but not sure if I like it.  Check back tomorrow please.

Have a good one.....Nan

New Delivery!

I delivered 100 blankets to the second NICU today.  This Unit just opened in October.  It is awsome.  I got a tour to see where the items were going.  Of course I didn't see any babies, but did get to see everything else.  How wonderful they have these units to help a little life begin.  Thank you for letting me help......

Have a good one......Nan

Another NICU

I got permission from the Nurse Manager to donate more blankets and hats.  I have them ready to go.  Delivery will be this week.  I would love to donate a total of 1,000 blankets and 1,000 hats for the Preemies.  Anyone reading this blog can donate to this project if they want.  I would love to get a hat from every state.  Any takers?  Contact me......

Have a good one....Nan

Shell-post Gown for Preemies

I am a little ahead of myself for once.  I had two items going at the same time.

Shell-post Gown for Preemies

Lions Brand Baby Soft White, leftover variegated yarn, Size G hook.

Bodice:

Row 1: Ch 33.  1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 5 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next st,  1 hdc in next 4 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 hdc in next 8 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 hdc in next 4 ch, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 hdc in remaining 6 ch.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 2:  Skip 1st hdc.  In back loops - 1 hdc in each hdc till ch 1, 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch 1 space across.  Ch 3, turn.  Repeat for rows 3 to 8.

Skirt:       Fpdc - Front post dc.  Bpdc - Back post dc.

Row 9:  1 dc in each st until ch 1, dc in ch 1 space, ch 2, dc in next ch 1 space, continue across.  Ch 3, turn.

Row 10:  Skip 1 st dc, *5 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st, skip next st*, repeat * to * end with dc in last ch 3.  Ch 3, turn. 

Row 11:  *5 dc in 3rd dc of shell, fpdc in single dc,* across.  Ch 3 turn.

Row 12: * 5 dc in top of shell, bpdc in single dc* across.  Ch 3 turn.

Repeat rows 11 & 12 for a total of 25 rows ( skirt has 16 rows of shells)  End off.

Sleeves:  Attach yarn in 1st ch of ch 2, ch 3, Work pattern around armhole, 5 shells. Join each row, ch 3.  Do 5 rows of shells  for each sleeve.  End off.  Attach variegated yarn to end of arm, ch 2, sc in same space, ch 1, sc in next space around. Join in ch 2.   End.

Attach variegated yarn in one of bottom stitches, ch 2, *sc in same space, ch 1, sc in next st* till corner.  In each corner do 1 sc ch 1, 1 sc,   Repeat * to * on fronts and nechline and bottom of gown.  End off.  Hide all ends and trim.

Here is the hat to match. 

Row 1: Ch 4, join.  Ch 2, 11 hdc in chain working over tail of yarn.  Join.  Ch 2. 12 hdc.

Row 2:  1 hdc in next 3 st, 3 hdc in next st, 1 hdcin next 2 st, 3 hdc in next st,  1 hdc in next 2 st, 3 hdc in next, 1 hdc in next 2 st, 2 hdc in same space as ch 2,  join.  Ch 2.

Row 3:  2 hdc in same sp as ch 2, 1 hdc in next 4 st, 3 hdc in next sp, * 1 hdc in next 5, 3 hdc in next st*, around.

Continue increasing for next 2 rows.

Pattern row :  Ch 3, skip next st, *5 dc in next st, skip next st, dc in next st* around until you have 7 shells.  End with 1 dc.  Ch 3.

Row 2:  Repeat rows 11 & 12 of skirt until 7 rows of pattern are finished. End off.  Attach variegated yarn, ch 2, 1 sc in same space, 1 sc in each space around hat with 1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc in corners.  End off, hide ends and trim.

For hat tie, ch 100, cut yarn, hide ends, weave through holes on complete bottom of hat.

For Gown ties, ch 150, cut yarn, hide ends, weave through row 1 and row 9 of gown.  Garment is now finished. 

Easy to do?  Are you donating your work?   If you need to donate someplace and don't know where, I will gladly accept any donations of garments.  Just contact me.

Have a good one.....Nan....      

Varigated Cuddle Sac for Preemies

This yarn really worked up nice.  At first I didn't like how it was going.  As I got further it looked better and better.

Fpdc - Front post dc; bpdc - back post dc.

Lion Brand Baby Soft, Circus Print, Size G Hook, White pompador yarn # 3, Orchid ribbon

Row 1:  Ch 4 and join.  Working over tail, ch 2, do 11 sc in circle.  Join in top of ch 2.  12 sc.

Row 2:  Ch 3, dc in same space, 2 dc in each sc around.  Join.  24 dc.

Row 3:  Ch 3, *fpdc in next dc, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next*, Repeat * to * around. 12 fpdc.

Row 4:  Ch 3, *fpdc in fpdc, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc*. Repeat * to * around. 4 dc between fpdc.

Row 5:  Ch 3, * fpdc in fpdc, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc*.  Repeat around. 

Continue Row 5 for a total of 32 rows.  End off. 

Row 1:  Attach white yarn in last ch 3 before fpdc. Ch 3, *do bpdc in fpdc, 4 dc in next 4 st*,  continue around, skipping 2 stitches in front.

Row 2:  Ch 3, do decrease dc in next two stitches, dc in next 3 dc, *fpdc in next st, 4 dc in next 4 dc*, around to last 3 stitches. Decrease dc in next two stitches, dc in last stitch.
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Row 3:  Ch 3, do dec dc in next two stitches, 1 dc in next 2 st, *bpdc in next st, 1 dc in next 4 stitches*, repeat around to last 3 dc, do dec dc in next two stitches, 1 dc in last st. 

Trim:  Ch 2, sc in same space, ch 3, skip 1 st, sc in next st.  Repeat around neckline, work same pattern down collar, front 2 dc, and up collar.  Join in ch 2.  End off.  Hide all ends.  In 5th row from top of variegated pattern weave ribbon evenly around sac.  Fold down white trim rows to form a collar.

Hat

Follow the first 3 rows of sac.  Repeat row 3 until there are 10 rows.

Rows 11 and 12:  Ch 3, *fpdc in next st, 1 dc in next, 1 fpdc in next st, 1 dc in next st* to end.  End off.  Attach white yarn, ch 2, sc in same space, ch 3, skip 1 st, sc in next st around, join to ch 2 end off.  Hide all ends and cut.

Easy enough?  Works up fast and easy.  Have fun with different colors.  If they are for Preemies be sure to use soft yarn, no wool, and pastel colors.

Have a good one.....Nan

Today's project

I started a cuddle sac yesterday.  It would fit a larger preemie.  I had quite a bit done when I found a mistake and yes, I tore it out.  I have just about reached the same place I was.  I have a little bit to go then I will post a picture.  I like the yarn.  It's Baby Soft in Circus Print.  It works up really neat in colorful stripes.  See you when it's done...

Have a good one....Nan

Ruffled Hat Pattern

This hat pattern was taken from other hats that I made.  It has been revised to be a....
Ruffled hat.   This will not fit the Preemies!!!!!

Yarn size 3, variegated, white yarn for brim.  Size G hook.

Row 1:  Chain 26.  Work in back of st except 1st and last st.  1 sc in 2nd ch, and next 4 ch, hdc in remaining 20 ch.

Row 2:  Ch 3, turn.  1 hdc in 2nd st and next 18, 1 sc in next 5 st.

Row 3: Ch 1, 1 sc in next 5 st, 1 hdc in next 20 st.

Repeat row 2 & 3 until there are 32 rows.  End off.  Join end where sc are to form a circle, See pix.  Do 1 row of sc around circle.  Do 1 row of hdc on face end of hat to start trim.  End off.

Join white yarn at end of one side of front of hat.  Ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, skip 1 sp, *1 sc in next space, ch 3, skip sp, 1 sc in next sp. * Repeat * to * ending with 1 sc in last st. 

Next row:  Ch 3, sc in ch 3 space on prior row, ch 3, sc in ch sp across ending with sc in last space.  Repeat this row at least 4 times.  You may make it longer if you want.  When last row is finished go around neck of hat with ch 3, sc in every other space around.  End off.  Attach veriegated yarn to 1st trim row corner.  Ch 50, end off.  Join veriegated yarn to same place on other side and repeat.

Hide all ends and trim.  Put on baby to see what you have created!  Have a good one......Nan

Working!

I am working on another hat.  Hope to have it ready for tomorrow.  See you then!...

Have a good one.....Nan

Green Outfit for Preemie

This is the pattern for the "Green Outfit".  It is an easy pattern and also works up fast.  I use the same Bodice pattern for most designs.  I call them dresses, but they can also be used as sweaters or demise gowns.  They are whatever they are needed to be.

Lion Brand Yarn Baby Soft in green, and small amount of white, and white ribbon
Size G Crochet Hook

Bodice:

Row 1:  Ch 32. 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 2 ch. *1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 hdc in next 6 ch,* Repeat two more times, hdc in last 4 ch.  Turn

Row 2:  Ch 2. 1 hdc in second st.  Hdc in each st till ch 1 space.  *Hdc, ch 1, hdc in ch 1 space, 1 hdc in each space* across.

Row 3 to 5:  Repeat row 2, continuing to increase each row.

Row 6: 1 hdc in second st and each st to ch 1, *1 hdc in ch 1 space, ch 4 and skip to next ch 1 space,  1 hdc in ch 1 space*, hdc in each st for front to hdc space  repeat * to *.  Hdc in remaining stitches.

Row 7:  Ch 3, 1 dc in next st, skip 1 st, *5 dc (shell) , in next st, skip next st* Repeat across ending with 2 dc. 

Row 8:  Ch 3, skip 1 st dc. Dc in next dc.  *5 dc in 3rd dc of shell*.  Repeat  * to * across, end with dc in last two dc.

Repeat row 8 for 8 more rows or desired length.  End off.  Attach white yarn.  Ch 1, sc in same stitch, sc in each dc till the corner. sc, ch 1, sc in corner.  Sc up 1 side, do corner sc, 1 sc in each st around neckline, repeat corner sc and work sc down side.  Join in 1st sc and end off. 

Sleeves:  Attach yarn under armhole, ch 3, work 20 dc for arm, join to top of ch 3.  Repeat for a total of 4 rows.  End off.  Hide and cut all ends.  Weave ribbon in 1st row and 6th row.

Hat:

Row 1:  Ch 4 and join.  Ch 3, 11 dc in center working over tail. Join to top of ch 3.12 dc.

Row 2:  Ch 3, dc in same space, 2 dc in each st around.  Join.  24 dc.

Row 3:  Ch 3.  Dc in same space, *1 dc in next 2 st, 2 dc in next st*.  Join.

Row 4 to 8:  Ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same st, *skip 2 st, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next st* around.  Join.

End off green, attach white.  Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch 1 space around.  End off.  hide and cut ends.

Now that you have done this pattern, was it easy?  If you have any problems with my patterns, please let me know.  Remember if you find a bodice you like, you can make any pattern on it.  I have.  It is fun to see how the patterns look.

A Thank You card arrived in today's mail from our local NICU.  They were quite happy with the donation of blankets and the few hats I dropped off.  They said the families loved the blankets.  Boy, did that make me feel good!  I'm glad I took on this project as we will be helping lots of babies and their families!....

Have a good one.........    

Pink Preemie Hat

Wait no longer.  Here is today's pattern.  It is an easy pattern done with Caron Cuddle Soft Yarn, pink pompador, size G Hook, some white pompador yarn. 

Fpdc - Front post double crochet

Row 1:  Ch 6, join to form circle.  Ch 3, 15 dc in circle hiding tail of yarn.  Join to top of ch 3.

Row 2:  Ch 3.  *Dc, Ch 1, dc  in next st, 1 dc in next st* Repeat around ending with 1 dc and join to top of ch 3.

Row 3 to 8:  Ch 3.  *Skip next st, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in next st, skip next st, 1 fpdc in next* around.  End with fpdc, join to top of ch 3.  8 pattern spaces, 8 fpdc.

Row 9:  Change to contrasting color.  Ch 1, *sc in same space, sc in each dc to ch 1 space.  Put sc, ch 1, sc in ch 1 space.*  Join and hide ends.

Like I said, this is an easy pattern.  Using larger yarn will make hat bigger.  Have fun.  Remember if you want to send me hats for the babies, let me know.

Have a good one.....Nan

Hat pattern

Here is a new hat pattern.  It started with the white one and ended up with the floppy brim.  It is that easy to add on to a pattern.

Baby pompador yarn by Red Heart.  Size G Crochet Hook.

Row 1:  Ch 4 and join. Ch 3, counts as 1 dc, 11 dc in circle.  Join in top of ch 3. I have learned to work over the tail and you can pull the tail and make open circle smaller.

Row 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same space, 2 dc in each st around, join in top of ch 3.  24 dc.

Row 3:  Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st*, repeat around.  36 dc.

Row 4:  Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, ch 1, 2 dc in same space.  *Skip 2 spaces, 2 dc ch1, 2 dc in next st*  Repeat around, Join.  12 shells.

Row 5 to 8:  Ch 1, sl st to ch 1 space, ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same space.  *In next ch 1 sp, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc around.  Join. 

Row 9:  Ch 1, sc in each st around, use contrasting color if wanted.

If continuing for brim:

Row 1 for brim:  Ch 3, 1 dc in same space, *1 dc in next sp, 2 dc in next sp* around. Join.

Row 2:  Ch 3, 1 dc in same space. *1 dc in next 2 sp, 2 dc in next* around. Join.  Trim with 1 sc in each st around. 

This is really a simple hat to work up.  Add a flower to the top or side.  Isn't this fun.

Have a good one....Nan

Delivery done!

Today was delivery day.  I took the blankets in a box and the few hats, cuddle sacs and dresses to the NICU this morning.  They couldn't ooo and ahhh enough.  They loved all the little outfits.  Then I opened the box of blankets!  Their eyes lite up like a child getting a Christmas present.  I was so proud of my work.  I left a card inside with all my information, and asked that they call me when they need more.  So now, I will start on the next bunch!  I have two ladies that are helping with the hats, can't wait to see their array of items! Must keep the babies warm......

New pattern posting tomorrow.  Not quite done with it yet.
Have a good one....Nan

D day!

I have decided tomorrow is delivery day.  I have 100 blankets of all sizes, hats of all sizes, cuddle sacs and dresses are also included.  I am really excited to be doing this.  I enclosed a note to see if the sizes are good, what they need and how many.  Yes, I do have lots of yarn and this is a good cause.....
Have a good one!.....Nan

Angel Dress & Hat for Preemies # 2 & # 3

 As I said yesterday if I finished the item I was working on, I would post the pattern.  I use the same bodice with a few alterations to come up with new ones.  I will mark this one # 2, since they are all dresses for little angels.

I used Bernat softee baby yarn, small amount verigated for trim, size G hook, small amount of ribbon.

Row 1: Ch 32.  Dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in next 2 ch.  1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next ch.  *1 dc in next 6 ch, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next ch.* Repeat two more times, dc in last 4 ch.

Row 2:  Ch 2, 1 hdc in second dc, hdc in each stitch around.  In ch 1 space, do 1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in 2nd st from hook, dc in all stitches, in ch 1 spaces, do 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc.

Row 4 & 6: repeat row 2

Row 5: Repeat row 3.

Row 7:  Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st till ch 1, in ch 1 space, *do 1 hdc, skip to next ch 1 space and do 1 hdc ,*  hdc in st till next ch 1 space,  repeat * to *, hdc in remainder of stitches.

Row 8: Ch 3, counts as 1 dc, 3 dc in same space, *skip 1 st, sc in next st, ch 3, skip next sp, 4 dc in next st* end with sc.

Row 9 to 19: Repeat row 8.

Ch 2.  Work up side of garment with sc, in last st of every corner put sc, ch 1, sc , work around neck and down other side.  For bottom trim on dress, sc in every dc and chain.  Join to 1st st of trim.  Cut and hide tail. Weave ribbon in first and last row of bodice.

Hat

Row 1: Ch 4, join.  Ch 3, 11 dc in center of ch 4.   Join. (12 dc)

Row 2:  Ch 2, hdc in same space, *1 hdc in next sp, 2 hdc in next space around. Join (18 hdc)

Row 3: Ch 2, Hdc in same space, * 1 hdc in next 2 spaces, 2 hdc in next * around.  Join. ( 24 hdc)

Row 5 to 9:  Ch 3, 3 dc in same space, *skip 1 sp, sc in next space, ch 3, skip next space, 4 dc in next sp * End with sc.

Trim around bottom of hat with sc doing sc, ch 1, sc in corners.  Sc in every dc and ch space.  Join, end off.
       
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Dress # 3 is done the same.  Patons Beehive Baby Sport yarn was used for dress and hat # 3.  Size G hook.  Hat pattern for # 3 follows.

Row 1: Ch 12.  Work in back loops hdc in 3rd ch from hook, 4 hdc in last ch , then work down other side of chain with hdc.

Row 2:  Ch 1 turn. hdc up side, 2 hdc in top turnig 4 stitches, then hdc down other side.

Row 3: Ch 1 turn.  1 hdc in each st until increase stitches, put 2 hdc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc, 1 hdc,   2 hdc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc, hdc in remainder of stitches.

Row 4: Ch 1 turn.  Work 1 hdc in each stitch. 

Row 5 to 11: Ch 3 skip first st, dc in each st across.

Fold back last row of dc to form a brim.  Trim with sc around.   Weave ribbon in neckline of hat.

Pattern

Once again I am working on a new pattern.  It is half done and hopefully I will have it finished by tomorrow.  I hate to post a pattern and say tune into this blog tomorrow to get the rest.  So please wait patiently and tune in tomorrow to see if it is done.  Thank you all for reading this blog.  I do have 100 blankets ready to deliver to the NICU.  There are a few hats of all sizes, some cuddle sacs and angel dressess.  My project has now begun......Have a good one....Nan

New Cuddle Sac Pattern

Used Sensations Cuddle Muffin yarn, size G hook, Some white ribbon.  Works up fast and easy.  Small preemie

Fpdc - front post double crochet.    Makes a slanted fpdc pattern.

Row 1:  Ch 4 and join.  Ch 3, used as 1 dc, 11 dc in circle working over tail.  12 dc.

Row 2:  Ch 3. 1 dc in same space.  2 dc in each st around, join to top of ch 3.  24 dc.

Row 3:  Ch 3, *Fpdc in next st, 3 dc in next st,  skip 1 st,* to last 2 spaces, 3 dc in next st, skip next st and join to op of ch 3. (9 dc and 9 fpdc patterns)

Row 4 to 16:  Repeat row 3.  Measures 6".

Row 17, 18, and 19: Ch 3, decrease dc in next two st.  Dc in each st around ending with dec dc in last two st.  Fasten off, hide ends.  Weave ribbon under post stitches of row 15.

Hat

Repeat row 1 to 7.  Ch 2 sc in each stitch around.  Join to ch 2.  Cut and hide yarn.

Cuddle Sac

I made a new cuddle sac.  The pattern can also be used as a hat pattern just by adding or subtracting how many stitches you use, then how many rows you put on it.  If it will be a cuddle sac just add on three rows for a collar.  Works great.  This can be done with most hat patterns!  Try it, it does work.  Have fun with any pattern you want.  I only have a few rows on the latest pattern.  So tune in tomorrow for the pattern.  It is worth the wait.  Have a good one....Nan

Donations have a home!

I contacted the local hospital that has a NICU to see when I could deliver the blankets and things I have ready.  They gave me instructions on where to go in the hospital.  So the first delivery from S & N Crafters for the Preemies will happen in the next few days.  I am so excited.

I was out today and found a real baby sized doll.  Bob had me hysterical when he said," Ask them if you can just buy the head, that is really all you need!"  Some days he just doesn't understand!.....Have a good one....Nan

Angel Dress and Hat

Today I took the serger to the repair center.  The thread kept breaking and it wouldn't sew properly.  I left it alone most of yesterday.  They oiled it and rethreaded it and set all the dials that I have been messing with the last few days.  It works and I am back in business!  Check out the latest hat picture.  How's that for progress?  I am enjoying myself!

Angel Dress Pattern

Crochet hook size F
Baby Pompadour Yarn
Buttons or ribbon.
Gown is open in the back.

Bodice: Ch 29.

Row 1: 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, and in next 2 ch, 3 hdc in next ch,
              1 hdc in next 4 sts, 3 hdc in next ch,
                1 hdc in next 8 ch, 3 hdc in next ch,
                   1 hdc in next 4 sts, 3 hdc in next ch,
                     1 hdc in next 4 sts.  Turn.

Row 2: 1 hdc in each st across, putting 3 hdc in center st of each corner.

Row 3: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each stitch to 1st corner st, skip sts from 1st to 2nd corner, ch 6, 1 hdc in corner st (arm hole) and across front to corner and repeat arm hole, 1 hdc in each st to end.

Row 4:  Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st and ch across.

Skirt:

Row 5: Ch 3, skip next st, *in next st 5 dc, skip st, 1 dc* repeat to end, ending with 1 dc in next 2 sts.  (9 shells)

Row 6: Ch 3, *dc in next st, 5 dc in top of 3rd dc* repeat across, end with 1 dc in dc.

Row 7 to 12: Repeat row 6.

Row 13: Ch 3, dc in next st, skip 1 st, 1 sc in next st, *skip next 2 st, 4 dc in next st, skip 2 st, sc in next st*. Repeat across.

Row 14: ch 2, sc in every st in prior row.

Row 15: Ch 2, sc in same space, *ch 3, skip 2, sc in next* across ending with sc, ch 1, continue pattern up side of dress, ch 1, 1 sc in same st, work 1 sc in each st of neck, ch 1, sc in same space, continue 1 sc, ch 3 down other side ending with 1 sc in corner st and join with sl st.

Sleeves
 Attach yarn under arm, ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join.  Next 2 rows, 1 dc in each dc around and join with sl st.

Trim Ch 2, sc in next st, ch 3.  Repeat around, join and end off.
Weave ribbon in 1st row of bodice and skirt leaving enough to tie.  Or you can sew 2 buttons on bodice.

Hat
Ch 4 join to form a ring.

Rd 1: 12 dc in ring, join.

Rd 2:  Ch 3, 1 dc in same space, 2 dc in each st around.

Rd 3 & 4: Ch 3, Dc in each dc, joining at end.

Rd 5: Ch 3, Fpst in each st around, join.

Rd 6:  Ch 3, dc in each st around, join.

Rd 7:  Ch 2, sc in same st, *skip next st, 3 dc in next st, skip next st, sc in next* around.

Rd 8:  Ch 3, skip next st, sc in next, skip next, 3 dc in next st around ending with 2 dc in ch 3 space.

Trim Ch 2, sc in each st around join and finish off.  Fold up last 4 rows for a brim.  Remember to hide and cut all strings.

This is also an easy pattern and works up quickly.  Use any color you want.  To make it larger - use larger hook.   This bodice can be used with different designs also.  Have fun.  Let me know if you want to donate some to the babies.  Have a good one....Nan    

Watch for a new pattern tomorrow.  Angel dress and hat.  Must finish it before I post it.  Have a good one......Nan