Instructions
Free round striped baby blanket crochet pattern Basics
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- •This Free round striped baby blanket crochet pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
Note: Join all rnds with sl st to first st. Beg at center, ch 4. Join with sl st to first ch to form a ring.
Increase Rounds
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- •For help with the shell stitch, check our Crochet Basics guide or the Craft Yarn Council for stitch tutorials.
1st rnd: Ch 1. 8 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc. 8 sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as hdc and ch 1). *1 hdc in next sc. Ch 1. Rep from * around. Join. 8 ch-1 sps.
3rd rnd: Sl st in next ch-1 sp. Ch 2. 3 hdc in same sp as sl st. *3 hdc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from * around. Join. 24 hdc.
4th rnd: Ch 2. 1 hdc in each of first 2 hdc. *(1 hdc. Ch 2. 1 hdc) in next hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 2 hdc. Rep from * to last hdc. (1 hdc. Ch 2. 1 hdc) in last hdc. Join. 8 ch-2 sps.
5th rnd: Ch 2. 1 hdc in each of first 3 hdc. *(2 hdc. Ch 2. 2 hdc) – shell made in next ch-2 sp. 1 hdc in each of next 4 hdc. Rep from * to last ch-2 sp and hdc. Shell in last ch-2 sp. 1 hdc in last hdc. Join.
6th rnd: Sl st in each of next 5 hdc and next ch-2 sp. Ch 2. Shell in same sp as last sl st. *1 hdc in each of next 3 hdc. Skip next 2 hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 3 hdc.** Shell in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around, ending at **. Join.
7th rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 hdc and next ch-2 sp. Ch 2. Shell in same sp as last sl st. *1 hdc in each of next 4 hdc. Skip next 2 hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 4 hdc.** Shell in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around, ending at **. Join.
8th rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 hdc and next ch-2 sp. Ch 2. Shell in same sp as last sl st. *1 hdc in each of next 5 hdc. Skip next 2 hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 5 hdc.** Shell in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around, ending at **. Join.
Finishing
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- •Continue increasing as established. For more free patterns, browse our Afghans & Blankets collection. You can also share your project on Ravelry.
Cont as established, having 1 more hdc between point and valley on each rnd, until Blanket measures 56" [142 cm] wide point to point. Fasten off.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Round Striped Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Round Striped Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Round Striped Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
This pattern lists Worsted (4). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Round Striped Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern 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 16 hdc and 9 rows = 4" [10 cm]. Use the listed hook size, U.S. G/6 (4 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 Round Striped Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
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