Easy Crochet Plush Baby Blanket

Crochet Tutorial: Plush Baby Blanket with a Border

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- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

- Estimated Time: 6–10 hours

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: 3–4 skeins of plush or chenille-style yarn no smaller than 6mm in size (e.g., Bernat Baby Blanket or similar) https://amzn.to/4fR4LY4 This link takes you directly to Bernat Baby Blanket yarn on Amazon

  • The larger the yarn the faster the project will go, but be careful if using a smaller hook, it can make pulling the yarn through your loops more difficult; making it take longer.

• Hook: Size L/11 (8.0 mm) crochet hook.

  • The smaller the hook the tighter the stitch will be, but when working with thick yarn it can make the project more difficult.

  • Check out this set on amazon it has everything you need for crocheting. https://amzn.to/4oPABZB

• Scissors

• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)

• Stitch markers (optional but highly recommended)

Stitches Used: you need to know these basic stitches for almost any project you make.

• CH – Chain

• SC – Single Crochet

• DC – Double Crochet

• SL ST – Slip Stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Part 1: The Blanket Body

1. Foundation Chain
   Chain 52 (or any even number to adjust width).

2. Row 1
   - SC in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. (51 SC)
   - CH 1, turn. Remember not to stitch in your slip not, it will mess up your count and your blanket will be crooked.

3. Row 2
   - SC in first stitch, DC in next stitch. Repeat to end of row.
   CH 1, turn.

4. Repeat Row 2
   Continue the SC/DC pattern for about 50 rows or until the blanket reaches your desired length.

5. Finish the Body
   End with a row of SC across. Fasten off with a SL ST and weave in ends.

Part 2: The Border

1. Attach Yarn
   Join yarn in any corner with a SL ST.

2. Round 1
   SC evenly around all four sides of the blanket, placing 3 SC in each corner to keep it flat.
   SL ST to the first SC to join.

3. Round 2 (Optional for a thicker border)
   CH 2, DC in each stitch around, placing 3 DC in each corner stitch.
   SL ST to join.

4. Round 3 (Final Touch)
   CH 1, SC in each stitch around for a clean finish.
   Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Tips & Variations

• Use variegated yarn for a colorful effect without changing skeins.

• Add a shell stitch or picot edge for a decorative border.

• Make it larger for a toddler or smaller for a stroller blanket.