Isabella

 This is one of the new babies in our family, Little Isabella Gracie!  
I think she looks like the Gerber baby in this, her latest picture.


I am a poor example of a Great Aunt as her nice warm blankie was just mailed off today
even though she was born in the middle of July.

I love working with pinks!  
Here it is my Jeannie Beanie Bumpy Blanket folded in half and draped over my chair.

I love the pretty pink, orange and purple yarn!

The pattern didn't call for a border, but it looked unfinished to me so I added a couple 
rows of single crochet to finish it off.  

Too bad I didn't get it sent out before the cold weather hit North Carolina.  
It was finished December 8th
My pattern is very simple, perfect for beginners.

 Chain 60 
Double crochet 40 rows 
Single crochet two rows around adding a chain stitch at each corner.

 I used Bernat Baby Blanket yarn.  Machine wash and Dry.
Crochet hook was 5.5MM ( I ) 



Just a note:  This  blanket is now on it's SECOND baby!  Yes, Isabella has a baby sister!


The Blanket has held up well!

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Comments

Leovi said…
Pretty Isabella, pure tenderness!
January 17, 2014 at 6:19 PM
LV said…
You did a great job on this pretty pink blanket. I am sure the mother will be pleased with it no matter when she gets it.
January 17, 2014 at 6:26 PM
Paulette said…
You are absolutely right, she does look like the Gerber baby, adorable!
Handmade blankets are the best and often times become treasures, I'm sure yours will be loved and used.
January 17, 2014 at 6:47 PM
Sue McPeak said…
It is never too late to receive a blanket. Love your yarn and I'm sure that 'Gerber Baby' look-a-like will, too. Happy Pink Saturday!
January 17, 2014 at 7:33 PM
The Quintessential Magpie said…
What a cutie! You aren't a bad aunt at all. You are a special aunt to make her this sweet blanket.

XO,

Sheila
January 17, 2014 at 7:48 PM
Susan said…
Hello Jeannie Marie....Isabella Gracie is an angel. What a very beautiful little baby!

Thank you so much for following my blog. I followed you back!

What state are you in? Susan
January 17, 2014 at 8:48 PM
Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said…
What a cutie!! And also your blanket is so lovely!! I used to crochet a long time ago but can't seem to find the time now...

Thanks so much for your sweet comment on Anne Marie's Home!! She greatly appreciated it!!

Hugs,
Deb
January 18, 2014 at 6:28 AM
~Lavender Dreamer~ said…
She sure does look like the Gerber baby...how precious! Love the colors in this! Sweet hugs!
January 18, 2014 at 1:10 PM
Unknown said…
As the Worst great aunt in the world.... I am so proud of you! Love you Jeannie bumps!
January 19, 2014 at 9:46 AM
Poppy said…
Little Isabella is precious and her new pink and purple and orange blanket is very pretty and will keep her cuddly, comfy and warm!

Thanks for sharing Jeannie Marie!

Poppy
January 20, 2014 at 8:12 AM
Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com said…
She's adorable. She looks like the Gerber baby, only cuter.

Thanks for visiting. Great to meet you.

xoRobyn
January 20, 2014 at 5:40 PM
Unknown said…
What a buttiful!
And also your blanket is so lovely!!
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January 20, 2014 at 5:45 PM
Cheryl said…
That baby blanket looks so cuddly! What a beautiful color combination you've used :-)
big hugs,
Cheryl
January 30, 2014 at 12:23 AM
mispapelicos said…
Nothing like a new baby, a new life in the family. Such a blessing.
She is precious.
Love and sunshine, dear friend
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February 13, 2014 at 3:39 AM
poutine said…
She absolutely looks like the Gerber baby. So cute.

Nice blanket.

mimimi
February 15, 2014 at 11:25 AM
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