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Free Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Free Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Make this free easy nap time baby blanket crochet pattern with clear crochet instructions, materials, and finishing tips.

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Skill level

Beginner

Time

10–15 hours

Yarn weight

Super Bulky (6)

Hook

8mm (US L-11)

Is this for me?

Best for a first confident project.

Beginner

Time

10–15 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Half double crochet, Double crochet, Increases or decreases

Watch for

Check gauge before starting so the finished size stays predictable.

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Pool (4512)

7 balls — 441 yds (403 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: 4 pattern repeats = 4” (10 cm); 7 rows = 5” (12.5 cm) in pattern.

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 4 pattern repeats = 4” (10 cm); 7 rows = 5” (12.5 cm) in pattern.
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: 35” x 35” (89 x 89 cm).
  • Gather 1 listed material before working the first section.
  • Use the project photos as visual checkpoints while you work through the instructions.

Instructions

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Free easy nap time baby blanket crochet pattern Basics

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Notes

  • This Free easy nap time baby blanket crochet pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
  • For more baby blanket patterns, check out our baby crochet patterns collection.
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Ch 70.

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Row 1: Hdc in 3rd ch from hook (beginning ch do not count as a st) and in each ch across, turn—68 hdc.

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Rows 2 and 3: Ch 2 (does not count as a st here and throughout), hdc in each hdc across, turn.

Creating the Pattern

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Notes

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Row 4: Ch 2, hdc in first 3 hdc, *ch 1, skip next hdc, hdc in next hdc; repeat from * across to last 4 hdc, hdc in last 4 hdc, turn—38 hdc and 30 ch-1 spaces.

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Rows 5–46: Ch 2, hdc in first 3 hdc, *ch 1, skip next hdc, hdc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * across to last 4 hdc, hdc in last 4 hdc, turn.

Final Rows

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Row 47: Ch 2, hdc in first 3 hdc, *skip next hdc, 2 hdc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * across to last 4 hdc, hdc in last 4 hdc, turn—68 hdc.

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Rows 48 and 49: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc across, turn.

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Fasten off.

Finishing

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Notes

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Weave in ends.

Close-up of blanket texture

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+

Yes. Free Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is marked beginner and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.

What yarn weight do I need for Free Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+

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 Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 10–15 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 4 pattern repeats = 4” (10 cm); 7 rows = 5” (12.5 cm) in pattern.. Use the listed hook size, 8mm (US L-11), 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 Easy Nap Time Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+

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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