Crochet baby blocks12/5/2023 ![]() I opted to trim the yarn every row and weave in my ends at the end of each “crochet session”. You can travel the yarn up the side, but it may be noticeable. Because we switch color every row on this baby blanket, there will be a ton of ends if you cut them.If you would like to change the size of the baby blanket, you can increase or decrease the size by adding or removing 3 chains on the starting row. This baby blanket is worked in a multiple of 3+1.Chain 3 at the beginning of a double crochet row does count as a stitch.Always place your first single crochet in the same stitch. Chain 1 at the beginning of a single crochet row never counts as a stitch. ![]() If it’s off a lot, you might change hook size. If your gauge is off a bit, not to worry. Medium (4) worsted weight yarn in three colors.īig Twist in Light Rose (CA), Medium Rose (CB) and White (CC)ĥ mm (H-8) hook – Check out my favorite hooks!Ħ blocks x 12 rows = 4 inches x 4 inches.Ĭhain 19 and follow the written pattern to achieve gauge. Otherwise, the pattern is fairly straight forward and quick. It is most important to watch your stitch count when creating chain spaces. There is a photo tutorial included to help you through. This gave the border a whimsical and swirled look, which I felt still kept with the “Strawberry” theme.Īdvanced Beginner (Beginner Friendly) – This baby blanket only requires knowledge of how to chain, single crochet and double crochet. However, I found I didn’t like this quite as much and ended up using the crab stitch instead. ![]() The colors screamed “Strawberry!” at me and I had originally decided to do a scallop border to mimic whipped cream. I had so much fun deciding on borders for this block stitch baby blanket. These ties will help keep the yarn together even more and are not noticeable. I also opted to tie my ends together before weaving them in. This did leave a lot of ends to weave in, but it created an over all more finished look. I opted to trim the yarn after every row. I tried to find ways to carry the yarn but I found that it either made this crochet baby blanket look bulky, the yarn showed through, or otherwise just didn’t sit right. You’re going to have a ton of ends to weave in. While this pattern is created in pinks and may look like it is only a free crochet baby girl blanket pattern, you can easily customize it to be a baby boy baby blanket or have a rainbow of colors. The PDF pattern includes a PDF with a picture tutorial and a PDF that is “printer friendly without pictures. ![]() If you prefer a premium, ad-free PDF version of this pattern, you can grab one on either my Ravelry or my Etsy shop by clicking the buttons below. If you’re looking to bring some personality to your double crochet baby blanket patterns, the block stitch baby blanket is a great way to do it. I also used white and Medium Pink (the darker pink) for the areas in between to give a pop of color. I used light pink for the “main” portion for an over all cohesive design. For this pattern, I decided on three colors. A block stitch baby blanket worked in any amount of colors is going to be absolutely gorgeous. The block stitch pattern can be worked in one color or several colors. It’s a lovely yarn to work with and touch. I can’t think of another way to describe it. The Light Rose (light pink that I used as my main color) is so soft and… floaty. The block stitch creates a beautiful drape and I can’t say enough about Big Twist yarn. This block stitch baby blanket brings so much personality to double crochet baby blankets. I played around with a few stitch patterns before I landed on the block stitch. I didn’t have a plan for them yet but I knew I had to have them. When I went shopping for yarn a few months ago, I couldn’t not pick up these rose colored yarns by Big Twist. However, I can’t keep my love of baby blankets down to just when a new set of expecting parents come along, so I often end up donating baby blankets to charities or other people in need. Usually, I end up making a baby blanket for an expecting mother. Don’t forget to pin this for later! Block Stitch Baby Blanket
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