Baby Bibs - Both Crochet & Knitted Patterns

{(L) Crochet Bib - (R) Knitted Bib}

This is the same pattern done both in crochet and knitted. Either way they are quick & easy to make and use for that little extra gift you were just looking for.

 "JMSQ" Copyright June 17th © 2011

{ch 2 DOES count as a st made}

H hook
WW yarn

Row 1: ch 23, 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. 1 hdc in each st across

Row 2-18: ch 2, 1 hdc in each st across, turn

Row 19: ch 1, sl st across to last 5 sts, 1 hdc in each of last 5 sts (5 hdc's)

Row 20: ch 2, 1 hdc in next 4 sts

Repeat row 20 until neck strap measures 8" (About 21 rows)

Row 21: ch 2, 1 hdc in next st, ch 1 skip 1, 1 hdc in last 2 sts (4 sts PLUS 1 ch 1 space)

Row 22 - 23: ch 2, 1 hdc in each st across (5 sts)

Row 24: Repeat row 21

Row 25 - 26: Repeat row 22

Row 27: Repeat row 21

Row 28-29: Repeat row 22

Fasten off and tuck in tail

Securly sew on button

Size 10 needles

WW yarn

1 1/2 inch button (attach Securly)

Cast on 25 stitches

Knit every row until bib is square (about 7 inches wide)
Cast off/bind off 20 stitches (5 sts remaining)

Knit every row until strap is 8 inches long from cast off edge

Buttonhole row: Knit two stitches, yarn over, knit two together, knit one

Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows)
Repeat buttonhole row
Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows)
Repeat buttonhole row
Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows)

Bind off remaining stitches

Sew button on the base of the bib on the side opposite the strap

Sometimes I am in need of a "last minute" baby shower gift, or just

a special gift to take to the hospital when visiting a new mommy.

It's also very easy, so it makes a good project to practice

your knitting skills on.