If you’ve never tried crocheting in the 3rd loop of a half double crochet stitch, this is an easy skill you’ll pick up quickly because it’s used a lot in this blanket pattern! This blanket pattern introduces what may by a new-to-you technique: working in the 3rd loop of a half double crochet (basically this is working into the “yarn over” of the stitch). Look in the “additional notes section for a link to a sizing chart that may be helpful. The two chains you skip at the beginning count as the first half double crochet stitch of the row. Just make sure the starting chain is worked in a multiple of 3, then add one more chain. Since beds, couches and people <3 come in all sizes, I’ve included instructions for adjusting this easy crochet blanket pattern to be as narrow or wide as you want. I’m super happy with the end result.Click here to add this to your Ravelry queue! My goal this time was to make a cheerful looking blanket to remind me of sunnier days with all of the cool weather and rain we’ve been experiencing this spring up here in Calgary! Luckily I had the best yarn for this goal in my stash! I chose to work with Hobbii Amigo XL Worsted Weight Yarn in the colours Primrose (the yellow colour), and White. I think you guys will really enjoy this pattern, as I had a lot of fun making the sample blanket for the photos! Yarn Choice: You can also find the video on the Leelee Knits YouTube Channel at the following link: Easy Beginner Crochet Baby Blanket Video Tutorial. I made a video demo of this stitch for anyone who prefers to learn by watching, which is embedded below with the pattern on this page. The best part about this blanket is that after working the setup row, you only need to remember one row for the remainder of the pattern! And this row is super simple too!

Today’s pattern, which I’ve named The Hello Sunshine Baby Blanket is an easy beginner crochet baby blanket. I’m so happy to share this new baby blanket pattern with you today! I have decided to dedicate the summer months to designing and sharing only baby blanket patterns since they seem to be my most popular patterns. Please let me know if you have any questions about anything I have recommended! I use all of the products listed on this page and recommend them because they are companies that I have found helpful and trustworthy. Please note that some of the links on this page are affiliate links, which means that I will earn a commission if you purchase through these links.

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