When it comes time for a new baby, impersonal, store-bought items just can't stand up against DIY baby shower gifts with their handmade charm. The Preciously Pink Easy Baby Blanket and Hat features a coordinating pink-and-gray crochet afghan and baby hat pattern, tied together with matching pink flowers. This would look adorable on a little newborn, and it is especially fit for a princess due to its ruffled ribbon edges and pearl accents. To make this easy crochet baby blanket, you just work up one big granny square pattern to the size you would like, and then add the finishing touches!

This beginner friendly baby blanket is so simple and quick! Rows and rows of half double crochets with a single crochet border. This blanket is the perfect size to wrap up a little cuddly baby! Using a chenille style yarn allows for the upmost snuggling!

Use this adorable baby blanket crochet pattern to whip up a beautiful, heirloom quality piece in very short order. This blanket works up quickly, and is one of my personal favorites. The variation of stitches keeps it from being boring, and yet it's repetitive enough to work on while you're watching TV, listening to an audiobook, or visiting with friends. The classic picot edging gives this easy crochet blanket pattern a polished look and gives it a timeless feel. This blanket looks beautiful in one color, but can also provide a fun way to play with colors - try anything from bold and bright to soft and muted. Using an I hook and worsted weight yarn, this pattern is approximately 33"x40". Directions included to make this blanket any size you wish.

Need a quick crochet pattern to make before the baby arrives? This Quick-to-Stitch Baby Hat is a simple pattern that you can crochet in no time. Use any color combination of worsted weight yarn to make this crochet hat. The pom pom is optional, but we think it adds a cute finishing touch. This is a great pattern to follow if you're in need of a last-minute baby shower gift. Homemade gift ideas are always nice to give and to receive.

This worsted weight hooded crochet cowl pattern will keep baby warm while it's cold out. This type of pattern is better than a scarf and hat combo since the hat might fall off in the wind. This easy hooded cowl pattern will stay on; your little one will love it.

From the Blogger: "This pretty hooded cowl is the perfect way to keep Baby's head warm when she won't keep a hat on! It's very simple to work up and very comfortable.

Very simple and beginner friendly. This crochet baby blanket features the double crochet stitch. The pattern is a row of double crochets then a row of double crochets that cross over each other. This creates a gorgeous texture that makes the blanket look more complicated than it is! This blanket works up fast and can easily be made smaller or larger by increasing or decreasing the amount of starting chains. A very fun simple project that you will enjoy making!

Welcome the newest addition with a beautiful baby afghan! This lovely baby afghan pattern is easy to crochet and uses medium weight yarn and a 5 mm (H) hook. The finished baby blanket is lightweight and machine washable. The project is crocheted with mainly double crochet stitches. The stitch pattern multiple is provided to allow you to make this to any size you wish. Soft and beautiful this baby blanket will make the perfect gift - change up the colors to those preferred by the expectant parents to make the blanket perfect for boys or girls. PS it is never recommended to leave baby alone with a blanket - so please take necessary precautions to keep baby safe.

How adorable is this vibrant crochet hat in the pictures below, am I right? Both the color and texture look incredible and create a chunky and soft beanie, that's going to protect your kiddo from wind and cold. What's more, you can make it in variety of colors - blue, orange or green for a boy will work just as well!

This flower-decorated beanie will be a surefire way to accessorize any wardrobe. The simple stitch, which is worked in rows is adaptable, and the pattern provides for 6 sizes. Of course, if you need to, you can adjust these as needed. The flower is worked up in individual petals and then stitched onto the hat. Start in on this great and easy project - we are sure you will love the end result.