Annie's Autumn Glory Crochet Lookbook Baby Collection 2018

Autumn Glory Collection Crochet 2018

Annie’s Signature Designs

The word “glory” means magnificence or great beauty, or to take great pride or pleasure in something. This is exactly what fills my mind when I hear it, and it seems to me like the perfect way to describe the pleasure and great pride I feel having created this new collection…

Also it is no secret that autumn is my favorite season. The cooling of autumn, sandwiched between blazing summer and chilly winter, offers earlier nighttime arrivals and temperatures dropping. That nip in the air signifies the transition from summer to winter.

I’m passionate about transforming my feelings for autumn into a collection full of modern and wearable clothes for you and your children, with styles designed to transition seamlessly from active to casual and beyond. It's intended to be new and different while keeping the core values and principles of Annie’s Signature Designs intact. I’m just as eager for the colorful days and renewed energy of the coming season as I am excited and proud to present this collection.

Being a creative person, I love the challenge of making each collection fresh and new. My team and I put lots of energy into dreaming up this new collection back in February. Our goal was to create a crochet collection of fashion-forward garments that would appeal to women who are passionate about quality design.

The designers I worked with did an amazing job interpreting my thoughts in the creative process, and their designs feel as close to my heart as my own. Thanks to that group effort, this collection offers something for everyone! From comfortinspired outfits to everyday delicate layers and trendy silhouettes, you'll discover endless options to make your wardrobe feel new again.

Is there anything cuter than a baby in cuddly handmade outfits? Some of my favorite designs in this collection are supercute baby items! We’re bringing baby fashions back with versatile garments that combine functionality and style to create something just as special as your child. No baby collection would be complete without designs to entertain and comfort your little one, such as cuddly crochet teddy bears. A couple of cute and spot-on trendy baby blankets have you covered too! Your child will love snuggling up with these fun blankets as the days get cooler. The joyful feeling of a happy baby in my arms always warms my heart.

The collection includes exquisite lightweight yarns in natural fibers. This season’s colors are dense, rich greens, plum, maroon, mustard and blues, mimicking the landscape near San Luis Obispo, Calif., where the photo shoot took place. I find this coastal gem to be out-of-this-world gorgeous, and the countryside is ablaze with color in autumn. As the light glistens through the atmosphere of the central coast, I cannot imagine a more scenic backdrop for this cheerful collection.

So please come join me in this celebration of my love for crochet, yarn and everything about fall. I hope that I will inspire you to create something from the brand-new Autumn Glory Collection, and that you will be just as thrilled about this upcoming magical season as I am. This will be an amazing fall, and I would love to have you—and your children—come along with me and explore.

Enjoy!

First Journey Hoodie

First Journey Hoodie

First Journey Hoodie

Nip Nap Cocoon Set

Nip Nap Cocoon Set

Honey Bunch Blanket

Honey Bunch Blanket

Irene & George

Irene & George

Itsy-Bitsy Hats

Itsy-Bitsy Hats

Itsy-Bitsy Hats

Lil’ Rascal Romper

Lil’ Rascal Romper

Lil’ Rascal Romper

Love & Hugs Cardi & Hat

Love & Hugs Cardi & Hat

Magic Garden Afghan

Magic Garden Afghan

Tiny Trotter Footwear

Tiny Trotter Footwear

First Journey Hoodie Design by Lena Skvagerson This classic hoodie has elements your little one will love! Great texture, comfortable styling and neutral color make this project ideal for your favorite little one. Crochet with 2 (2, 3, 3) skeins of worsted-weight King Cole Fashion Aran in color granary using U.S. size K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hook. Instructions written for sizes 0–3 (3–6, 6–9, 12–18) months.

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Nip Nap Cocoon Set Designs by Lena Skvagerson Keep Baby cuddly and oh-so adorable! Create a one-of-a-kind baby cocoon and hat set. Crochet with 2 (2, 2) skeins in color spa and 1 (1, 2) skein(s) in color cream of worsted-weight Premier Yarns Everyday Soft Worsted using U.S. size K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hook.

Instructions written for sizes preemie (0–3 months, 6–9 months).

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Honey Bunch Blanket Design by Priscilla Hewitt Crochet a cherished family heirloom! Texture is the focus of this lovely baby blanket and is sure to make tummy time or playtime more fun! Crochet with 7 skeins of worsted-weight Patons Canadiana in color pale teal using U.S. size G/6/4mm hook. Instructions written for size 36" diameter.

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Irene & George Designs by MarĂ­a Isabel These buddies are sure to become a favorite! Both buddies will make it all fun and games for kids exploring together. Crochet with 3 skeins in color gold and 1 skein each of colors bronze, green leaf, fuchsia and denim of DK-weight Omega Sinfonia using U.S. size D/3/3.25mm crochet hook. Instructions written for size 71/2" W x 131/4" T.

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Itsy-Bitsy Hats Designs by Lena Skvagerson Show off your little one’s style! Keep Baby warm and stylish as the seasons transition. For the earflap hat, crochet with 1 skein in color teal; for the beret, crochet with 1 skein in color charcoal of worstedweight Lion Brand Feels Like Butta using U.S. size H/8/5mm crochet hook. Instructions written for sizes 3–6 (6–12, 18–24) months.

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Lil’ Rascal Romper Design by Lena Skvagerson A simple yet stylish design! Your darling little one will look adorable in this lovely textured and soft romper. Crochet with 2 balls of worsted-weight Lion Brand Yarn Feels Like Butta in color pale grey using U.S. size H/8/5mm crochet hook. Pattern instructions written for sizes preemie (0–1, 1–3, 6–9, 12–18 months).

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Love & Hugs Cardi & Hat Designs by Lena Skvagerson An absolutely adorable and sweet set! Dress your little one in crocheted softness and warmth with this darling 2-piece outfit! For the cardi, crochet with 3 (3, 4, 5) skeins in color #74 gold/gray, and for the hat, crochet with 1 skein in color #74 gold/gray of worstedweight Plymouth Yarn KnitCol using U.S. size H/8/5mm crochet hook. Instructions written for sizes 0–3 (6–9, 9–12, 18–24) months.

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Magic Garden Afghan Design by Lena Skvagerson A perfect blanket for a boy or girl! Share your love of the granny square with your favorite little one! Crochet with 3 skeins in color favorite stripe and 2 skeins in color buff of worsted-weight Red Heart Super Saver using U.S. size J/10/6mm crochet hook. Instructions written for size 33" x 41".

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Tiny Trotter Footwear Designs by Lena Skvagerson Keep those little feet warm! With 3 different styles to choose from— ballerina, slipper and boot—Tiny Trotter Footwear is perfect to make as a last-minute baby shower gift. Crochet with 1 skein each of driftwood heather, pearl, crypto crystalline, pimpernel, seedling, sunshine and true red of Berroco Comfort DK using U.S. size G/6/4mm crochet hook. Instructions written for sizes 0–9 (12–24) months.

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Contributors About the team: Lead Designer Lena Skvagerson drew from her years of experience in the European design markets to create many of the captivating designs in this collection, and Connie Ellison provided more than 30 years of merchandising expertise. Together they reached out to these like minded professionals to contribute and be part of this cohesive collection.

Lena Skvagerson

Priscilla Hewitt

Lena Skvagerson is the lead designer of Annie’s Signature Designs. You may also know her as one of the experts on the Annie’s television show, Knit and Crochet Now!, which airs on PBS. Lena passionately designs everything from exquisite knit shawls to adorable crochet booties. She draws her creativity from more than 25 years in the European knit and crochet design markets.

Autumn Glory is her sixth collection for Annie’s Signature Designs.

Priscilla Hewitt is a freelance crochet designer.

She is the originator of matelassé crochet, a style that combines (often) original stitches with standard stitches to create wonderfully textured, symmetrical afghans. A self-taught crocheter for 50 years, Priscilla still loves to sit down with a ball of yarn and experiment with new techniques in crocheted texture.

María Isabel

Scott Campbell

María was born and raised in Mexico City. She has always been involved with crafting since she was a young girl, thanks to her grandma and mom who taught her how to crochet and knit. Studies and work came along, but María always made time for these relaxing and fun hobbies. She started visiting local yarn stores in her spare time and fell in love with the beautiful yarn world. María became a teacher in two stores, and little by little she started writing crochet patterns too.

Scott Campbell has made a career of photographing the fiber arts for over 30 years. He continuously searches for light that illuminates and reveals the subtleties woven into the creations that he photographs. He enjoys collaborating in the creative process with designers, stylists and graphic professionals.

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