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Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners

Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners

Make this free crochet baby blanket pattern for beginners with clear crochet instructions, materials, and finishing tips.

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Skill level

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Yarn weight

Super Bulky (6)

Hook

U.S. M/13 (10 mm)

Is this for me?

Best for beginners who know the basic stitches.

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Single crochet, Half double crochet, Double crochet, Seaming or assembly

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

Plan more than one make

Susan Bates Luxite Yarn Needles (2 Pack)

2.75"

2 ball

Susan Bates Silvalume 5.5" Crochet Hook

U.S. L/11 (8 mm)

1 ball

Bernat Bernat® Baby Blanket™

Sky (45071)

2 balls — 390 yds/355 m

Bernat Bernat® Baby Blanket™

Sky Dot (45076)

1 ball — 220 yds/201 m

Yarn and hook helper

Check substitutions first

Pattern yarn: Super Bulky (6)

Good match. Work a gauge swatch and compare it with the pattern gauge before starting.

Gauge checker

Compare your swatch

Enter your swatch stitch count and compare it with the pattern gauge notes.

Pattern gauge: 3 V-sts and 3 rows = 4" [10 cm] in pat.

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 3 V-sts and 3 rows = 4" [10 cm] in pat.
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: Approx 36" [91.5 cm] square.
  • Gather 4 listed materials before working the first section.
  • Use the project photos as visual checkpoints while you work through the instructions.

Instructions

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Free crochet baby blanket pattern for beginners Basics

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Notes

1

With MC, ch 72 (multiple of 3 sts + 3).

2

1st row: (RS). (1 hdc. Ch 1. 1 hdc) in 3rd ch from hook.

3

*Skip next 2 ch. (1 hdc. Ch 1. 1 hdc) in next ch.

4

Skip next ch-1 sp. 2 sc in next sc.

5

1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Turn.

6

2nd row: Ch 2 (counts as hdc). 3 sc.

7

2 sc in next sc. Ch 1. Skip next ch-1 sp.

8

1 sc in last sc. Turn.

9

3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. 2 sc in next sc.

10

Ch 1. Skip next ch-1 sp. 1 sc in last sc.

11

Turn.

12

4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of first 3 sc.

13

2 sc in next sc. Ch 1. Skip next ch-1 sp.

14

1 sc in last sc. Turn.

15

5th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. Ch 1.

16

Skip next ch-1 sp. 2 sc in next sc.

17

1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Turn.

18

6th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of first 5 sc.

19

2 sc in next sc. Ch 1. Skip next ch-1 sp.

20

1 sc in last sc. Turn.

21

7th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. Ch 1.

22

Skip next ch-1 sp. 2 sc in next sc.

23

Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.

24

Rep 2nd to 7th rows until work from beg measures 30" [76.5 cm], ending on a RS row.

25

Fasten off.

Edging

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With A, beg at center of foundation ch, sew Edging in place, using flat seam and gathering sts around corners for even fit.

2

Fasten off at end of last row.

3

Sew foundation ch and last row.

Finished crochet baby blanket with edging

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners good for beginners?+

Yes. Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.

What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners?+

This pattern lists Super Bulky (6). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.

How long does Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.

Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+

Yes. The pattern gauge is 3 V-sts and 3 rows = 4" [10 cm] in pat.. Use the listed hook size, U.S. M/13 (10 mm), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.

Can I print Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners?+

Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.

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