♥ The cutest little reader in the library

This little bookworm might just be the cutest reader around. The outfit was inspired by a new mom who is also a teacher, and it’s made for sweet newborn photos.

The set includes the worm cuddle sack, the bonnet, and a little crochet apple for the teacher.

✨ What makes it work

• Three piece set. Cuddle sack, bonnet and apple.
• Fuzzy texture. Soft, cozy yarns make the worm extra snuggly.
• Photo ready. Sized for newborns.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Purl Essence Angel Hair in Light Green (2 skeins), or Homespun, Lion Brand in Pesto · Homespun, Lion Brand in Olive or Forest · Sincerely Purl Essence in Black · Vanna’s Choice, Lion Brand in Cranberry · Everyday, Premier (formerly Deborah Norville) in Chocolate · Soft Maid Crochet Thread in Soft Yellow (or yellow embroidery thread)
• Yardage: About 120 yds
• Hook: H (5.0mm) · I (5.5mm) · F (3.75mm) for the apple stem, or size to obtain gauge
• Tools: Removable Stitch Markers · Yarn Needle · Scissors · Fiberfill for the apple

⭐ Good to know

• Size: Newborn
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
• Special stitch: Magic Circle
• Gauge: Medium yarn with H hook: 10 sc and 11 rows = 3” x 3” (about 13.5 sc and 14.5 rows = 4” x 4”). Bulky yarn with H hook: 8 dc and 4 rows = 2.25” x 2.25” (about 14 dc and 7 rows = 4” x 4”) · gauge help
• Terms: US crochet

❤️ Show me your little bookworm!

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Cheers,
Briana

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