Asta Booties

Asta Booties by Dawn Turner and Jaydee Crochet
(find the full pattern in issue 58 of Inside Crochet magazine)

How about a special pair of crocheted booties to go with an heirloom christening dress? Here is a set inspired by the Irish Rose to be made as a gift or keepsake.

MATERIALS
● Newborn–3 months: Patons 100% Cotton 4 Ply, 100g/330m/361yds Shade: Cream 1692 x 1 ball
● 3–6 months James C Brett Twinkle DK, 96% acrylic/4% polyester, 100g/300m/328yds Shade: White TK2 x 1 ball
● 2.5mm (3.5mm) hook
● Two stitch markers
● Yarn needle
● Ribbon, 70–75cm/ 28–30in long
● Scissors
● Tape measure

YARN ALTERNATIVES
Smaller size may be worked in any fine crochet cotton, such as Katia Monaco Baby, or in any 4ply yarn with a 2.5mm or 3mm hook to suit.
Larger size may be worked in any DK weight cotton or blend of your choice, with a 3.5mm or 4mm hook.

TENSION
Work the Rose to measure 4cm/1½in across using 4ply yarn and 2.5mm hook, 4.5cm/1¾in using DK yarn and 3.5mm hook, or 5cm/2in using DK yarn and 4mm hook, or sizes required to obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Newborn–3 months:
Worked in 4ply yarn, these will measure approx 9cm/3½in from heel to toe.
3–6 months:
Worked in a DK yarn they will measure approx 12cm/4¾in from heel to toe.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Dawn has over 40 years of crocheting experience, and designs unique items whenever she can. She teaches locally and sells at craft events.