Crochet pattern - baby blanket

Simple and beautiful crochet pattern for a baby blanket using pink and white yarn with a finished size of 3 feet by 3.5 feet (36" x 42"). This pattern uses beginner-friendly stitches and works up quickly:

Tips:

• Carry yarn up the side if switching colors frequently.
• Use soft, baby-friendly acrylic or cotton yarn.
• Wash and block gently after finishing.

Materials Needed: 🧺🧺🧺🧺🧺🧺

• Yarn: Medium weight (Worsted/Category 4)
• Pink – approx. 800 yards
• White – approx. 800 yards
• Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9)
• Scissors
• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
• Measuring tape

Gauge (approx.): 𝄩𝄩𝄩𝄩𝄩

4" x 4" = 14 double crochet (dc) stitches x 8 rows
(Adjust hook size if needed to match size)

Pattern Design: 🪡🪡🪡🪡🪡

Stitch Used: Double Crochet (dc)
Pattern Type: Striped Rows

Instructions: 👉👈👉👈👉👈👉👍

1. Foundation Chain:
   Chain 126 (this gives approx. 36 inches width).
   (You can adjust by keeping the chain in multiples of 2 if you want to change the size.)
2. Row 1:
   In the 4th chain from hook, make 1 dc.
   Dc in each chain across. Turn. (Total: 124 dc)
3. Row 2–6 (White):
   Chain 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each stitch across. Turn.
4. Row 7–12 (Pink):
   Repeat Row 2.

Repeat alternating 6 rows of each color (white, pink, white, etc.) until the blanket measures about 42 inches (3.5 feet) in height. End on a white section for a clean finish

 Optional Border:

Simple Border (in Pink or White):

• Round 1: Sc (single crochet) all around the edge of the blanket, placing 3 sc in each corner. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 2–3: Continue with dc or sc for 2 more rounds to give a neat edge

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