Crochet Squishy Baby Blanket

Crocheting a squishy baby blanket is an absolute delight! The soft yarn and rhythmic loop of the crochet hook come together to create a cozy, comforting masterpiece that is perfect for wrapping your little one in warmth and love. Whether you choose pastel colors for a soft and dreamy feel or bright hues for a playful touch, the end result is sure to be a treasured keepsake.

Handmade with care, this crocheted baby blanket not only keeps your baby snug but also adds a touch of homemade charm to their nursery. Grab your yarn and hooks, and get ready to create something truly special for your little bundle of joy!

Skill: Easy

Materials:

Crochet hook – I / 5.5 MM

Yarn – Med (4) Assorted Colors Acrylic (9, 12, 16 oz.) depending on size

Yarn Needle

Stitch Markers (optional)

Stitches:

Chain (ch)

Single Crochet (sc)

Double Crochet (dc)

Foundation Double Crochet (FDC)

Shell Stitch (shst) 3 dc in the same st

3 Double Crochet Together (3dctog)(3 dc cluster)

Skip (sk)

Space (sp)

Size: 3 Sizes

Pattern Written in Preemie with (NB, Baby) in parenthesis

Preemie – 24 X 24 inches

Newborn – 30 X 30 inches

Baby – 36 X 36 inches

3 Stitches = 1 inch

2 Rows = 1 inch

Multiples – 3 + 6

Notes:

Ch 3 Counts as a dc

Demo Swatch is stitched with 21 FDC

Pattern:

R: 1- 70 (89, 106) FDC, Turn Ch 3

R: 2 – 1 dc in the next dc, *sk the next 2 dc, 1 shst in the next dc*

Repeat from * to * across, sk the next 2 dc, 1 dc in the last 2 dc,

Turn, ch 3.

(24, 30, 36 dc shsts)

R: 3 – 1 dc in the next dc, *Stitch the next 3dctog, ch 1*