Purple Romper

[The Shrone]

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Here's the latest creation hot off my hook. It's a romper (part of a set) being made for one of my classmates who recently became a first-time dad this past month. I started on the cardigan today and the finished set will include a hat and booties. I made a similar set (romper (http://www.homeburrough.com/crochet/displayimage.php?album=2&pos=6)) and (cardigan (http://www.homeburrough.com/crochet/displayimage.php?album=2&pos=7)) for a first-time mom last year.

It's made using Lion Brand Microspun and a lot of :U buttons. The pattern book is currently available at most craft stores. The romper took about 3 days to make once I got past my stupid mistake making with the first leg.

Will post the entire set once it is completed. (Hopefully the end of this week!)

[AshEgypt]

That's adorable! Great job!

:frog

[123mama]

That is a very nice outfit. I am sure they will love it.:manyheart

[rebeccav]

very cute!!! what a wonderful gift to give :)

[crochetingmomof4]

I went to your site and I am in total awe of your creations! I am totally in love :manyheart with your christening set. I soooo want to make one of those, but no more babies for our house. I still have the urge to make one though! I love the chenille baby sweater, too. I have that pattern, and I am inspired to make it! Was the variegated baby afghan shown in pink on the front of a leaflet? If it's the leaflet I am thinking of, I have that too. And I'll have to try it! Now where did that leaflet go, anyway?:think

[Woven N Spun]

How pretty.
Your work is awesome!

[kat]

that is so cute... love the other pics on your blog... you are very very talented.

[sem464]

Really nice, I know they will enjoy it.:cheer

[Chiscrochetcrazy]

Everything is so cute :manyheart Great Job:clap

[Jewels]

very nice romper - cool kiddy colors!

[Deb]

Very cute Lori!! :tup I love the feel of Microspun!!! :manyheart

[cajunwhacko]

That looks great! I got that book in california... you've inspired me! I was glad to hear that it worked up so quickly too. Now to decide what colors to use for a little girl... hmm...

I just looked at the pic bigger, and I had to come edit my reply... I LOVE those buttons! :yay

[MarvieN]

Very cute!! They're going to treasure it, and that baby is gonna be a cutie pie wearing it too =)

[faithpa76]

Very cute! Those colors are great!

[upmom]

That is pretty cute! You did a great job, and love the color choices!

[earthwhisper]

I love this!! In fact, I went to your site and really admire a lot of your work. I am going to have to go back and read through your site more. Thanks for the inspiration!

[kariholtz]

It's great Lori!

[Chatty]

That is going to be one cute little boy when he wears that outfit :yay

:frog

[ellebee]

Wow thats adorable!:clap

[crochetdiva]

I just saw your album....awesome work. Everything is so precious:clap

[cinfulkarmah]

Cute! Love the smileys.


Although you gotta wonder if the Mom will be smiley when those real stinky diapers need changing. Lol. I wonder if the smileys will turn to frownies when it's changing time. :lol

[losingmymind2]

That is exactly what I'm looking to make for my grandbaby-to-be. Is the pattern still available, cause it would be well worth buying? I have limited access to patterns so may have to order it online.

Kathy

[phatballet]

It's wonderful. Your other baby sweaters are adorable, too.

Denise

[gretelgrrl]

Those are such precious and well-made gifts! You rock :) :cheer You'r stitches are so even and perfect... and for something sized so small. I'm sure the microspun feels awesome.

I missed the name of the pattern book...
Can you post it or email the title to me? I think my nephew would look darling in that romper.

The Happy Buttons are a great touch!
Great job!:clap

[mythunderbird]

lori you are so talented, i love that set, and omgosh the swan doily!!!! i have that pattern and have been wanting to try it. now can see what it will look like. awesome, your things you made are so beautiful:c9 :c9 :c9 :c9 :hug vicki

[deneen]

Lori,

You are AMAZING!!

[The Shrone]

The pattern booklet is readily available at Michael's and Jo-Ann's stores (which are my local chain craft stores). It is from Leisure Arts and is called So-Bright Romper Sets. (http://www.leisurearts.com/crafts_needlework/item_detail.asp?item_num=3529&search=1)

While many of the patterns called for LB Microspun, it also lists suitable sportweight yarns to substitute. (Personally, the Microspun feels so heavenly, I wouldn't use regular yarn. :D)

[DesertCrocheter]

Lori, I just looked at the photos on your blog because I though the romper was darling, but I am in total awe. The christening gown was just beautiful!! I'm almost tempted to throw in the towel 'cos I know I'll never be that good a crocheter! :( What an incredible talent you have!

Patty

[Tiffany]

Beautiful work, Lori! :)

[crosette]

So cute! Love those buttons! :)