Learn how to make an easy crochet baby blanket with this free beginner-friendly pattern and step-by-step tutorial. You can view the pattern completely free on this page, or you can buy the ad-free, printable PDF from our shop.
UPDATED: AUGUST 1, 2023 BY BRITTANY
This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure Policy for more information.
Skill Level | Easy
Finished Size | 38″ wide
If you’re looking for an easy crochet baby blanket you can finish pretty quickly, you’re in the right place. Our easy crochet baby blanket is more interesting than just a back-and-forth stitch pattern. We use four small blocks and arrange them in a really interesting way.
This beginner-friendly crochet baby blanket still uses just one stitch, and the yarn does all the amazing color work for you.
About Our Easy Crochet Baby Blanket
With this project, you’ll get to practice one of the most basic yet still beautiful crochet stitches – the half double crochet. It’s tall enough to make this baby blanket work up quickly but not so tall that little fingers and toes will get caught between them.
You’ll work the stitch through the back loop only, creating a beautiful texture that’s stretchy and comfy to snuggle under. Keep reading for more frequently asked questions, and pattern details, or jump down to the free pattern.
Pattern Overview:
- Supplies
- Buy the ad-free, printable pattern
- Abbreviations
- Pattern Notes
- Gauge and Finished Size
- Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern Instructions
- Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Step-by-Step Video
- More Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorials + Free Patterns
- What Size Should I Crochet a Baby Blanket?
- What is the Easiest Crochet Stitch for a Baby Blanket?
You can view the pattern completely free on this page. But, if you prefer having a digital copy that you can save or print, we’ve got you covered with that option as well.
If you’d like to support our work here at B.Hooked, purchasing the digital pattern is a wonderful way to do so!
Recommended Supplies
- Approx 1,430 yds; Lion Brand Mandala Baby Yarn
- 5.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Lion Brand Mandala Baby is my favorite yarn for an easy crochet baby blanket like this one. It’s really soft and nice to work with, and it comes in the most beautiful colors. The long transitions from one color to the next make this blanket pop. In the pictures, I used the color called “Diagon Alley,” but there are several others to choose from.
If you can’t find this yarn or prefer to use something from your own collection, you can use other lightweight (#3) or DK weight yarns. A yarn with color changes like this one will do most of the hard work for you, but you can also use a solid colored yarn to let the texture really shine.
Abbreviations
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology.
- tBLO Through Back Loop Only
- Ch Chain
- Hdc Half Double Crochet
- Hk Hook
- Rem Remaining
- Rep Repeat
- Sk Skip
- Slst Slip Stitch
- St(s) Stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
As you’ve already seen, our easy crochet blanket isn’t your typical back-and-forth, worked-in-long rows kind of baby blanket. Instead, we break it up into four smaller squares which makes it work up faster. These four blocks build on one another so the rows are facing different directions. This is what gives it a geometric look. It also makes it feel like you’re finishing four small projects, instead of one big one!
Additionally, you should know that the chain one at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.
Gauge: 16 stitches x 14 rows = 4″ worked in stitch pattern
Finished Size: 38″ x 38″
Not sure what gauge is? Check out our comprehensive guide to learn all about it here.
Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern Instructions
Block 1
Row 1: Ch 78. Hdc in 2nds ch from hk and in each rem ch. Ch 1 and turn. (77 sts)
Row 2: Hdc tBLO of first st. *Hdc tBLO of next st. Rep from * to end of row. Ch 1 and turn.
Repeat: Rep the last row until the work is a perfect square. (To check, fold one corner to the next. If it aligns, it is a perfect square).
Fasten off.
Block 2
Row 1: Rotate block 1 until one of the side edges is at the top. Fasten on in the corner. Evenly space 77 hdc along the side edge.
Row 2: Hdc tBLO of first st. *Hdc tBLO of next st. Rep from * to end of row. Ch 1 and turn.
Repeat: Rep the last row until you have the same number of rows as block 1.
A digital pattern is available in our shop so you can print out the pattern
Block 3
Row 1: Rotate blocks 1 and 2 until one of the side edges of block 2 is at the top. Fasten on in the corner. Evenly space 77 hdc along side edge.
Row 2: Hdc tBLO of first st. *Hdc tBLO of next st. Rep from * to end of row. Slst to st of block 1. Ch 1 and turn.
Note: You will need to evenly space the slip stitches to block 1 so you have the same number of rows as the other blocks. Skipping 2 stitches almost every time will set you up for success.
Repeat: Rep last row until you have the same number of rows as blocks 1 and 2.
Block 4
Row 1: Situate work so you can fasten on in the corner of block 3. Evenly space 77 hdc along side edge.
Row 2: Hdc tBLO of first st. *Hdc tBLO of next st. Rep from * to end of row. Ch 1 and turn.
Repeat: Rep last row until you have the same number of rows as blocks 1, 2 and 3.
Slst along border of block 1 and 4 as shown in the diagram to finish. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Assembly Diagram
By using this pattern, you agree to our terms of use:
This pattern is for personal use only. You agree not to modify, publish, transmit, sell, create derivative works or in any way exploit any of the content within this page, in whole or in part. If you wish to share this pattern, share a link to this webpage only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern.
Copyright, B.Hooked Crochet, LLC
Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Step-by-Step Video
Video not displaying? Watch this tutorial on YouTube instead.
Right-Handed Tutorial on YouTube
More Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorials + Free Patterns
Frequently Asked Questions About Crochet Baby Blankets
What size should I crochet a baby blanket?
The type of baby blanket you want to crochet will determine how big you should make it. Here are a few common baby blanket sizes:
| Type of Baby Blanket | Width x Height |
| Lovie | 24″ x 24″ |
| Bassinet | 16″ x 36″ |
| Car Seat | 20″ x 24″ |
| Stroller | 30″ x 35″ |
| Crib | 30″ x 54″ |
| Receiving Blanket | 36″ x 36″ |
| Standard Baby Blanket | 42″ x 52″ |
| Swaddle Blanket | 48″ x 48″ |
While it’s a good idea to use crochet baby blanket sizes as a reference, it’s perfectly okay if your blanket doesn’t match them exactly. In fact, it’s pretty common for a pattern to be close, but not exact.
This is because some stitch patterns simply can’t fit within a specific dimension, and so designers get it as close as possible without disrupting the stitch pattern.
For more common blanket sizes, check out our Knitting and Crochet Blanket Size Chart and Sizing Guide here.
What is the easiest crochet stitch for a baby blanket?
The half double crochet is an easy stitch for a baby blanket. This stitch has enough height that it won’t take years to finish, but the stitches are small enough not to create loose gaps that can snag baby fingers and toes.
