Try this easy soft cotton baby blanket crochet pattern. This easy pattern uses the houndstooth crochet stitch to make this attractive pattern.
Introducing a timeless classic: the Houndstooth Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern. Create an heirloom piece with this beautiful pattern.
Perfect for swaddling a special newborn or gifting to that special someone. Get ready to crochet this classic look and bring warmth and style into any space!
Bernat Softee Cotton Yarn
Dive into the aqua and feather gray colors of Bernat Softee Cotton Yarn, perfect for your next crochet or knit project. This premium cotton yarn is super soft and lightweight, yet still offers an incredible strength that can stand up to everyday wear.
The combination of colors in this yarn will bring a modern look to any handmade item and add an eye-catching touch to your home décor.
I choose a pretty light aqua and gray for this easy crochet baby blanket pattern. Make your own blanket in our favorite color combination.
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Free Easy Houndstooth Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Supplies
- scissors
- tapestry needle
- 4 mm crochet hook
- 3- 4.2 oz (120 g) Bernat Softee Baby Cotton Yarn in Aqua Mist or any gauge 3 yarn 254 yd (232 m)
- 3- 4.2 oz (120 g) Bernat Softee Baby Cotton Yarn in Feather Gray or any gauge 3 yarn 254 yd (232 m)
Abbreviations – US Term
- yo – yarn over
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
You can make a larger or smaller crochet item by using a multiple of 2 + 1 for the chain.
As you are working your rows, carry the non working yarn – in this case color A – along with you behind your work. You may choose to carefully work over top of the yarn to hide it.
You will change colors at the last stitch of each row right before you complete the stitch.
Approx. blanket. size: 36 in x 36 in (91 cm)
Free Easy Houndstooth Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Ch 131 in Gray (Color A)
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, *dc in the next ch, sc in the next ch; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final ch. Change to color B in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2: sc in the 1st st, *dc in the next st, sc in the next st; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final sc. Change to color A in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: sc in the 1st st, *dc in the next st, sc in the next st; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final sc. Change to color B in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
Repeat Row 2-3 until you have 120 rows or the length you want. End with the same color you started with.
Knot yarn and cut off. Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.
Congratulations! You have successfully completed your houndstooth soft easy cotton baby blanket crochet pattern.
The timeless stitch pattern combined with the soft and cozy material makes this blanket a perfect choice for any special little one in your life. Enjoy crocheting this unique and beautiful creation!
Houndstooth Cotton Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern PDF
Houndstooth Cotton Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern
Try this easy baby blanket pattern that uses a combination of 2 basic stitches to make this beautiful soft blanket.
Materials
- scissors
- tapestry needle
- 4 mm crochet hook
- 3- 4.2 oz (120 g) Bernat Softee Baby Cotton Yarn in Aqua Mist or any gauge 3 yarn 254 yd (232 m)
- 3- 4.2 oz (120 g) Bernat Softee Baby Cotton Yarn in Feather Gray or any gauge 3 yarn 254 yd (232 m)
Instructions
- Ch 131 in Gray (Color A)
- Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, *dc in the next ch, sc in the next ch; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final ch. Change to color B in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2: sc in the 1st st, *dc in the next st, sc in the next st; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final sc. Change to color A in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 3: sc in the 1st st, *dc in the next st, sc in the next st; Repeat from * across ending with a dc in the final sc. Change to color B in the final st. Ch 1, turn.
- Repeat Row 2-3 until you have 120 rows or the length you want. End with the same color you started with.
- Knot yarn and cut off. Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.
Notes
Abbreviations – US Term
- yo – yarn over
- ch – chain
- dc - double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
You can make a larger or smaller crochet item by using a multiple of 2 + 1 for the chain.
As you are working your rows, carry the non working yarn – in this case color A – along with you behind your work. You may choose to carefully work over top of the yarn to hide it.
You will change colors at the last stitch of each row right before you complete the stitch.
Approx. blanket. size: 36 in x 36 in (91 cm)
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I have been crocheting since I was 8 years old. I have 40 plus years of experience. My blogging journey started in 2013 and I have been writing about crafts and crocheting since then. I started blogging full time in 2019.
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