Textured Crochet Baby Blanket

"Looking for an easy pattern made with basic stitches that has some texture and interest? Try the Easy Textured Crochet Baby Blanket! I love the blanket stitch, and thought it was about time I had a project on the blog that used it! So I grabbed a couple of skeins that I had in my stash and got to work – mostly while riding in the car or waiting in the car line for my sons. I love the way this worked up! Team this easy blanket stitch (made with just chains, single and double crochet stitches) with an easy puff stitch border, and you’ve got a wonderful gift for a new little one in your life! Yarn: 2 skeins Lion Brand Mandala in Genie (category #3 DK weight) Hook: US Size K (6.50mm) Notions: Yarn needle, scissors"

Crochet HookK/10.5 or 6.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge18 sts and 8 rows = 4″ in stitch pattern

Finished SizeApproximately 28″ x 31″ including border