Free and Easy Baby Bandana Bib Crochet Pattern (granny Stitch)
Has it happened to you too? The urge to create something at the oddest times? My baby bandana bib crochet pattern was whipped up in one of those moments!
Unbelievably, we were on our way to the airport, to drop off our daughter and her then 5-month-old girl, and grandma wanted to make something special for her to take home.
I had to keep the baby bib because I needed to replicate the pattern!
Enough of my story. You will enjoy this quick project that makes the perfect gift and can be made with leftover cotton yarn.
Scroll to the end of the post for a list of more crochet-related posts on the blog, including a collection of modern crochet baby bibs.
Baby Bandana Bib Crochet Pattern
(Free Pattern)
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Approximately 50 grams of cotton (cotton is durable for everyday use and absorbent)
- Hook size for your yarn choice – mm hook used for this project – 4mm, G/6 (US) 8 (UK)
- Embroidery Needle
- Scissors
- The Pattern
Skill level: New crocheters (and new moms) with basic crochet skills, in other words, it is the perfect beginner pattern.
I found this yarn on Amazon that is pretty much like what I’ve used:
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STITCHES AND ABBREVIATIONS
ch – chain
ch 1-sp
dc – double crochet
fpsc – front post double crochet
sc – single crochet
slst – slip stitch
st – stitch
sts – stitches
SPECIAL STITCHES
Front Post Single Crochet (fpsc):
The fpsc is worked around the post (of the stitch) of the previous row. Insert the hook vertically from the right, under the post of the stitch of the previous row and hook out on the left of the stitch yo, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook). Yo, pull through all 2 loops – see the tutorial below.
GAUGE AND SIZE
Hook and tension may differ.
With the listed yarn and hook, the top of my bib measures 21cm (8″) across and from the top to the tip of the triangle it measures 17cm (6.5″) (length). Easily adjust the length by adding more rows.
NOTES TO CLARIFY
- The ch2 made at the beginning of each row counts as the first stitch of the row.
- To ensure a smooth edge, your last stitch should be worked into the top of the ch2 from the previous row.
HOW TO CROCHET – VIDEO TUTORIALS
Learn how to:
- Make a magic ring
- How to chain stitch
- Making a single crochet
- Double crochet stitch
- Front post double crochet
FREE AND EASY BABY BANDANA BIB CROCHET PATTERN
The pattern is in US terms.
1st Row: Make a magic ring, sc5 and close the ring, ch3 and turn.
2nd Row: 2dc’s in first ch, ch1, skip 1 ch, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in next ch, ch1, skip 1 ch, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
3 rd Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, dc3 in ch 1-sp, ch1, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, dc3 in ch 1-sp, ch1, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
4 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 2, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 2, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
5 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 3, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 3, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
6 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 4, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 4, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
7 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 5, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 5, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
8 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 6, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 6, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
9 th Row: 2dc’s in first st, ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 7, (dc3, ch1, dc3) in ch-space(center), ch1, (dc3 in ch-space, ch1) x 7, dc3 into the top of the ch3 from the previous row, ch3, turn.
10 th Row: fpsc27, sc2 (center space), fpsc27, ch1 and turn.
11 th Row: sc27, sc2 (center space), sc27, ch1 and turn.
FINISHING AND MAKING THE STRAPS
12 th Row: slip stitch all stitches from one side to the other. Ch50 + 1. Turn and sc in 2nd ch from the end, sc49 (total of 50 sc’s).
Make a slip stitch to secure the strap to the bib and sc in spaces across the top of the bib till you reach the other end (approximately 35-40 sc’s). Ch50 + 1 to make the second strap. Turn and sc in 2nd ch from the end, sc49 (total of 50 sc’s). Secure with a slip stitch in the closest st and bind off.
Weave in the end and embellish with ribbon and a button or whatever looks good to you. The finished bib can be left as is too.
IN CONCLUSION
Well done – you finished one bib.
Isn’t it a cute pattern and fun project?
Now…make some more.
I am sure you will agree that this is an easy baby bib pattern, suitable for both little girls and little boys.
If you used the pattern, please share your makes on one of your social media accounts and tag @easyonthetongue.
Please feel free to use the pattern to crochet bibs to sell at craft fairs or as baby shower gifts. It will only be my pleasure.
Note that the pattern as published on this blog, is copyrighted to Amanda @ Easy on the Tongue and may not be reproduced or copied and or used as your own.
Enjoy and Happy Crocheting!
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