Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern with Lace and Braids
Create a beautiful baby blanket using a combination of crochet techniques to achieve a lacy and intricate design. Incorporate braids into the pattern to add texture and visual interest to the blanket. Choose a soft and delicate yarn in pastel colors to give the blanket a gentle and cozy feel, perfect for wrapping up a little one in comfort.
Consider adding a border of scalloped edges or picot stitches to give the blanket a polished and finished look. This project is a great way to showcase your crochet skills and create a special handmade gift for a new arrival.Finished Size
Approximately 33” (84 cm) square
Materials
- Yarn
- Crochet hook US size E/4 (3.50 mm)
Gauge
In pattern, 4 repeats = 5”
10 rows = 5”
Instructions
Ch 145 loosely.
Row Instructions
Row 1: Sk 4 ch, * dc2tog in next 2 ch, (dc, ch 3, dc) all in next ch, sk 2 ch * 28 times, dc in last ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2: (dc3tog, ch 3, sc) all in next 3-ch space, * ch 2, (dc3tog, ch 3, sc) all in next 3-ch sp * 27 times, dc in 3rd ch of turning ch-3. Ch 3, turn.
Row 3: (dc3tog, ch 3, sc) all in next 3-ch sp, * ch 2, sk next ch-2 sp, (dc3tog, ch 3, sc) all in next 3-ch sp * 27 times, dc in 3rd ch of turning ch-3. Ch 3, turn.
Repeat Row 3 sixty-five times. At the end of the last row, do not make turning ch 3.
Trim Instructions
For the trim, use crab stitch. Go backwards working over the last row, make one stitch into each ch-2 sp and each ch-3 sp. Make two stitches in the corner.
Continue working in end of rows, make one stitch into each ch-3 sp. Make two stitches in the corner.
Continue working over the beginning chain, making stitches while skipping 2 dc at a time. Make two stitches in the corner.
Continue working in end of rows, make one stitch into each ch-3 sp. Make two stitches in the corner. Sl st to the first st to join. Fasten off.