Crochet for Babies and Toddlers encompasses a fresh, innovative and exciting approach to crochet, making use of the range of classic and newcoloured wools and cottons available and concentrating on up-to-date designs. The basic techniques are followed by charming patterns that feature clothes, gifts and other nursery items designed for new-born babies through to three-year-olds

Mothers, grandmothers, aunts and sisters making designer crochet patterns for the youngest members of the familyThose looking for fresh ideas for crocheting across a wide range of designs and working with a variety of wools and cottonsPatterns appealing to beginners and more experienced crochet makers alik

Biographies:
Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits. Betty regularly contributes to Sewing World magazine.