Blanket for Baby

This might just be my favorite creation to date! Jack's baby blanket...  

 I finished this before his birth but never had the opportunity to photograph it decently until today. In fact, today was the first day we actually used the blanket for the specific purpose of keeping Jack warm.  

Most days we keep it draped over his little sleeping basket just for show. The blanket is rather large. My hope is that it will one day fit on his big boy bed... 

I crocheted a total of sixty-three squares (nine by seven). And stitched them together with soft white yarn. And even though the squares appear to be placed without a great deal of strategy, I actually spent quite a few hours laying them out "randomly." Sometimes random is best wouldn't you agree? And speaking of random, here's a little self portrait of the photographer. If you like my hat you can purchase one here. It's listed as a cream hat, but if you prefer the peacock color just leave me a note with your etsy order and I'll customize!

P.S.  I'll be adding a new item to my shop this week. Been working on it between feedings and diaper changes. And I'm telling you this now to keep me accountable. Can't wait to share... 

Happy Monday everyone!