Sword and shield CROCHET PATTERN - Great photo prop for baby boy.
Check also my Knight Helmet Crochet Pattern to make great set to photo prop (as shown on the last photo):
Knight Helmet with Moveable Visor/Face Mask to keep your face warm (7 sizes - Newborn to Adult)
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/knight-helmet-mov...
Or take it together and save money!
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/armor-set---knigh...
My Crochet Pattern is in a written form and includes lots of pictures for every stage to make it easy for even beginners.
Skill Level - Beginner - you need to understand only the basic crochet stitches and pattern instructions, and it works up really quick.
I work mostly with worsted weight yarn as it gives you an overwhelming choice of colors and is easy on your hands, eyes and time.

Materials needed:

1. Any worsted weight yarn
2. Crochet hook 5mm (H)
3. Yarn needle
4. Pattern instructions

It works up really quick and is suited for all levels of expertise.
My Pattern includes
-written instructions
- many pictures
-abbreviation keys
-stitch counts for every round/row
-description of the special stitches