Create a soft and cuddly masterpiece for a little one with the Crochet Puffy Stripes Baby Blanket Pattern. Featuring a delightful mix of puff stitches, v-stitches, and soothing color blocks, this pattern is perfect for crocheters looking to try something new or for those seeking a quick and satisfying blanket project. The pattern can be adapted in size, so whether you're making a cozy wrap for a baby or a larger throw for your home, it's wonderfully versatile.
Crochet Puffy Stripes Baby Blanket Pattern
Materials
- Yarn: Himalaya Everyday (100% acrylic anti-pilling) in three colors - white, blue, and beige
- Hook: 3 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- bp sc: back post single crochet
Making Process
- With color A (beige), start by chaining 88.
- Row 1: Chain 2, then 1 hdc in each stitch.
- Row 2: Chain 3, followed by 1 puffy v-stitch, skip 2 repeated across, ending the row with 1 dc worked into the turning chain.
- Rows 3-10: Repeat row 2.
- Row 11: Chain 2, 1 hdc in each stitch.
- Switch to color B (white). Rows 12-13: Chain 2, 1 hdc in each stitch.
- Switch to color C (pink). Row 14: Chain 2, 1 hdc in each stitch.
- Rows 15-23: Repeat row 2.
- Continue with the established pattern, alternating between color blocks following the sequence provided in the raw results, and finishing with layers of hdc rows for a smoother edge.
Border
- Start with color B (white) and attach yarn to any stitch on the short edge but not the corner stitch.
- Row 1 of border: 1 hdc into each stitch and 3 sc into each corner stitch.
- Row 2 of border: 1 bp sc in each stitch, with 1 bp sc, 1 ch, 1 bp sc, 1 ch, 1 bp sc in each corner stitch.
- Rows 3 and 4: 1 hdc in each stitch, with 2 hdc in the first corner stitch, 1 hdc, then 2 hdc in the next corner stitch.
- Switch to color A (beige) for Row 5: 1 bpsc in each stitch and close the blanket with a slip stitch.
After completing the border, fasten off the yarn and weave in all ends. Block your blanket to the desired shape and size to give it a nice finish. Enjoy your beautiful Puffy Stripes Baby Blanket!
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