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Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their sewing journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

This Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket pattern creates a soft, textured 40" square using simple double crochet clusters. It uses Caron One Pound in Peach and is ideal for giving or keeping as a cozy nursery staple. The written rows match a clear diagram included on page two for visual guidance.

Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Beginner-friendly stitch repeats make it an approachable weekend project. The included border instructions finish the blanket with neat corners and a tidy edge.

Why You'll Love This Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

I love how quickly this pattern grows and how the simple cluster repeats create a lovely texture without complicated counting. I also appreciate that it uses a single yarn color and only basic stitches, so it's relaxing to work and easy to customize.

Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern step 1 - construction progress Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I like to personalize this blanket by changing the yarn color to match a nursery or gift recipient.

I sometimes switch to a soft ombre or two- color stripe to add visual interest without changing the stitch pattern.

I recommend trying a slightly larger hook for a drapier blanket or a smaller hook for a denser, warmer finish.

I always check gauge before committing to the full blanket to make sure the final size matches my expectations.

I enjoy blocking the finished piece to open up the stitches and square the edges for a professional look.

I sometimes add a contrasting color for the border to frame the blanket and make the clusters pop.

I find that swapping to a superwash wool blend gives the blanket extra warmth while staying machine-friendly.

I like to use stitch markers on the first and last cluster of a row when I'm counting to avoid mistakes.

I often make smaller versions as baby loveys by starting with fewer chains while keeping the cluster repeats.

I always weave in ends as I go where practical to avoid a long finishing session at the end.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the skipped-ch groups will throw off the cluster placement; follow the skip instructions exactly and mark your turning chain. ✗ Not counting groups of 3-dc will cause edge shaping problems; count the groups at the end of rows to verify accuracy. ✗ Ignoring the ch-3 turning chain as a stitch will change your stitch count; treat ch-3 as a dc where indicated. ✗ Forgetting to end on a WS row before the border can change border alignment; measure and check that the work finishes on a Wrong Side row. ✗ Working the border while turning (instead of continuing) can create uneven corners; follow 'Do not turn' instructions for the border rounds.

Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

A simple, textured baby blanket pattern featuring easy-to-follow rows of double crochet clusters. Perfect for beginners who want a cozy, modern blanket with a subtle lacy look. Uses Caron One Pound yarn and a J/10 (6 mm) hook to create a 40" square that's soft and machine-washable.

Beginner Friendly 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Easy Peasy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Caron® One Pound™ (16 oz/453.6 g; 812 yds/742 m)
  • 02
    Peach (10504) - 2 balls (as listed)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Size U.S. J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

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— Materials :

Yarn :

Caron® One Pound™ (16 oz/453.6 g; 812 yds/742 m) Peach (10504) - 2 balls

Hook :

Size U.S. J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

— Abbreviations :

Infos :

Approx = Approximately(ly); Beg = Begin(ning); Ch = Chain(s); Cont = Continue; Dc = Double crochet; Pat = Pattern; Rep = Repeat(ing); Rnd(s) = Round(s); RS = Right side; Sl st = Slip stitch; Sp = Space(s); WS = Wrong side

— Measurement :

Measurement :

Approximately (Approx) 40" [101.5 cm] square.

— Gauge :

Gauge :

10 dc and 5 rows = 4" [10 cm].

— Instructions :

Info :

Chain (ch) 115. (See diagram on page 2.)

1st row :

[Right side (RS)]. 3 double crochet (dc) in 5th ch from hook. [Skipped ch-4 counts as 1 dc and ch-1 space (sp)]. *Skip next 2 ch. 3 dc in next ch. Repeat (rep) from * to last 2 ch. Skip next ch. 1 dc in last ch. Turn. 36 groups of 3-dc.

2nd row :

Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in first dc. *3 dc in sp between next two 3-dc groups. Rep from * to last 3-dc group. 2 dc in top of ch-4. Turn. 39 3-dc groups.

3rd row :

Ch 3 (counts as dc). *3 dc in sp between next 3-dc group. Rep from * to last 2 dc. 1 dc in top of ch-3. Turn. 40 groups of 3-dc.

4th row :

Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in first dc. *3 dc in sp between next two 3-dc groups. Rep from * to last 3-dc group. 2 dc in top of ch-3. Turn. 39 groups of 3-dc.

Info :

Rep last 2 rows for pattern (pat) until work from beginning (beg) measures approx 40" [101.5 cm] ending on a Wrong side (WS) row. Turn. Do not fasten off.

— Border :

1st rnd :

Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in each dc to last st. 5 dc in top of ch-3. Do not turn. Continue (cont) down left edge of Blanket, work 111 dc evenly down side edge to next corner. 5 dc in corner. Cont across bottom edge of Blanket, work dc in each ch to next corner. 5 dc in corner. Cont up right edge of Blanket, work 111 dc evenly to next corner. 4 dc in next corner. Join with slip stitch (sl st) to top of ch-3. Fasten off.

— Diagram & Key :

Infos :

Refer to diagram (page 2) for reduced sample of pattern and border placement. Key: oval = chain (ch); dot = slip st (sl st); T symbol = double crochet (dc).

Assembly Instructions

  • Complete the last wrong-side row and leave work without fastening off, then begin the border as instructed to create neat corners.
  • When working the border, do not turn at the top of the first edge; continue around the blanket to maintain even tension and corner shaping.
  • Join the border with a slip stitch to the top of the initial ch-3, then fasten off and weave in all yarn ends securely using a yarn needle.
  • Block the finished blanket gently to square it to approximately 40" [101.5 cm], smoothing the border and ensuring corners are even.
  • Trim any excess tails after weaving in ends and check border stitch counts to ensure edges lie flat and evenly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Check gauge before beginning: 10 dc and 5 rows should measure 4" [10 cm] to ensure blanket measures approximately 40".
  • 💡Count groups of 3-dc at the end of rows regularly to avoid cumulative stitch errors that affect border alignment.
  • 💡When working the border, follow 'Do not turn' instructions to keep an even edge and consistent corner shaping.
  • 💡Measure frequently as you repeat pattern rows so you finish on a Wrong Side row and the border lines up correctly.
  • 💡Weave in ends well and block the blanket to even out stitches and help the cluster pattern lie flat.

Create a soft, modern baby blanket with simple double crochet clusters and a tidy border. Perfect for gifting or keeping for the nursery. Uses Caron One Pound yarn for a plush, durable finish. 🧶✨👶

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FAQs

What size will the finished blanket be?

The finished blanket measures approximately 40" [101.5 cm] square as written when gauge is met (10 dc and 5 rows = 4" [10 cm]).

Can I make the blanket larger or smaller?

Yes — change the starting chain length in multiples that preserve the 3-dc grouping pattern, or use a different yarn/hook to change overall size, keeping the stitch pattern consistent.

What yarn weight is used and can I substitute?

This pattern uses Caron One Pound (worsted/medium). You can substitute another #4/worsted yarn, but gauge and finished size may change so adjust hook and starting chain accordingly.

How should I care for the finished blanket?

Caron One Pound is machine washable and dryable, but check the yarn label for specific care instructions. Gentle washing and low heat drying or air drying will preserve the blanket best.