I have a confession: I’m a bit of a hippy-wannabe. Born and bred in California, I came of age while at college in Berkeley. My prematurely grey hair is – to put it diplomatically – “easy care,” and I’m most comfortable in my faded jeans and Birkenstocks.

Crunchy Granola is great for new parents – or others – who share my easygoing vibe. It features the half-double-crochet/slip-stitch “Crunch Stitch,” and is edged with a fuss-free, softly scalloped border.

Oversized and understated, Crunchy Granola will be a favorite of children for years to come.

Use smaller hook for border.