Calming Crochet Baby Blanket
The cool blue and beige colors of the Calming Crochet Baby Blanket are tranquil and relaxing, just like the ocean. It's quick to crochet, so keep this free afghan pattern in mind the next time you are headed to a baby shower. The neutral colors shown here are soothing for both mom and baby, but the nice thing about striped crochet patterns is that you can use any color combination you want to work it up. Made from worsted weight yarn and an I hook, you'll stitch up a cozy blanket for a little one in no time.
Can't get enough of this easy crochet blanket pattern? Be sure to check out the Addicting Crochet Baby Blanket, another easy-to-make pattern. One stitch and you'll be hooked!
Crochet HookI/9 or 5.5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Finished Size34" x 26"
Materials List
- Bernat Satin in Sandstone (250 yards, or 2 skeins), Lagoon (140 yards, or 1 skein), and Snow (280 yards, or 2 skeins).
- Hook: I (5.50mm)
Why AllFreeCrochet Loves this Afghan
For us at AllFreeCrochet, crochet baby blankets are always at the top of our to-make list. You can make them with a simple and repetitive pattern, as in this crochet baby blanket, for a calming effect, or you can amp up the difficulty a bit and try out some new stitch designs every few rows or so. The key to this project is its simplicity - it's toned down and subtle without being at all boring. The pattern uses the same stitch technique throughout, with a skipped stitch in between each one, so it's very easy to remember. This way, you don't have to keep referring to a pattern as you work your way through the project - a small perk that, we think, saves a lot of time in the long run. Aside from the simple stitch pattern, though, we really just love the colors of this crochet baby blanket. The cool blue and the soft tan just reminds us of a calming shoreline - and who doesn't love a little bit of relaxation?