Sweet & Snuggly Crochet Baby Blanket
Indulge in the joy of crafting a sweet and snuggly baby blanket with the art of crochet. This delightful project allows you to showcase your creativity while providing a warm and comforting accessory for your little one. With just a hook and some soft yarn, you can embark on a journey of creating a truly unique and personalized blanket that will be cherished for years to come.
Crocheting a baby blanket offers a multitude of possibilities. You can experiment with various stitches, patterns, and colors to design a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Whether you prefer a classic and timeless design or a more modern and vibrant look, the options are endless. The gentle rhythm of the crochet hook and the softness of the yarn will transport you to a world of tranquility as you watch your creation come to life.
Materials Needed
Baby Bee Snugs & Kisses Yarn in 2 colors (6 super bulky) 4 skeins – I used 2 (8 ounce) skeins Cozy Rosy, 2 (8 ounce) skeins White
N/9mm crochet hook
Stitches Used in US Terms
- Chain – ch
- Foundation Half Double Crochet- fhdc
- Half Double Crochet – hdc
- Single Crochet – sc
- Back Loop Only - blo
- Slip Stitch – ss
Instructions
Starting the Blanket
Begin with Cozy Rosy.
RND 1: work 60 fhdc. Turn. (60 stitches)
Main Body of the Blanket
Rows 2-6: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to White.
Rows 7-12: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to Cozy Rosy.
Rows 13-18: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to White.
Rows 19-24: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to Cozy Rosy.
Rows 25-30: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to White.
Rows 31-36: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to Cozy Rosy.
Rows 37-42: ch 1. hdc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (60 stitches)
Change to White.
Finishing Touches
Begin working in Rounds.
Round 1: ch 1. sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with ss to first sc.
Round 2: ch 1. sc in blo of each stitch around, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with ss to first sc.
Change to Cozy Rosy.
Rounds 3-4: ch 1. sc in blo of each stitch around, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with ss to first sc.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Final Measurements
Finished blanket measures approximately 33 by 38 inches.