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Easy pattern · stroller about 30 x 35 1/4 in or large about 36 x 43 1/4 in · super bulky yarn in Cranberry, Cream and Pine Green, US M-13 (9 mm) hook.
This Christmas crochet baby blanket uses one stitch only: half double crochet (hdc), worked back and forth. Chunky yarn and a big hook make the rows grow fast, so it is a good gift to start now and finish over a weekend or two (about 6 to 8 hours of crocheting, an estimate).
Think Baby's First Christmas: the red, cream and green stripes are Christmas colors, and the blanket can come out again for the family photos. Every stripe is a whole number of rows, so you change color at the end of a row.
Counts were checked by software. This pattern has not been crocheted and swatched by a person before publication. Sizes, yarn and time are estimates from a suggested gauge: make a swatch and adjust.
This blanket is for supervised use (stroller, play, cuddling, photos with an adult next to the baby). Do not leave it in a crib or bassinet with a sleeping baby: the American Academy of Pediatrics says to keep soft objects and loose bedding, blankets included, out of a baby's sleep area. Chunky stitches are open: check that no finger or toe can catch in a loop. Not a toy.
- Level
- Easy: ch, hdc and sc
- Time
- About 6 hours (Stroller) or 8 (Large) of crocheting, plus about 1 hour to weave in ends; estimated, not timed
- Finished size
- Stroller about 30 x 35 1/4 in, large about 36 x 43 1/4 in (approximate)
- Yarn
- Super bulky weight (#6), 3 colors: about 720 yd (stroller) or 1050 yd (large) in all
- Hook
- US M-13 (9 mm)
- Gauge
- Suggested only, not swatched: We assumed 8 sts and 6 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in hdc with super bulky yarn and a US M-13 (9 mm) hook; the range is 7-9 sts and 5-7 rows. Chunky hdc varies a lot between crocheters, so swatch and adjust.
- Stitch multiple
- Any number: chain the stitches you want + 2
- Length
- The sizes above assume 8 sts and 6 rows = 4 in. Across the range of 7-9 sts and 5-7 rows: Stroller: 26 3/4-34 1/4 in wide and 30 1/4-42 in long; Large: 32-41 in wide and 37-51 3/4 in long. With 9 sts per 4 in the blanket is about 26 3/4 in wide (Stroller): use a US N-15 (10 mm) hook or add stitches. With 9 sts per 4 in the blanket is about 32 in wide (Large): use a US N-15 (10 mm) hook or add stitches. Swatch first. To change the length, add or remove 12 rows (one full repeat of the stripes) so every stripe stays whole.
How this pattern was checked
Every row of both sizes and the border was replayed by software. Counts were checked by software. This pattern has not been crocheted and swatched by a person before publication. We have not crocheted this exact blanket yet, so make the swatch first.
Abbreviations (US)
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- RS = right side
- WS = wrong side
- tch = turning chain (ch 2 here: never counted, never worked into)
- yo = yarn over
Materials
- Cranberry (stripes): about 380 yd (large size)
- Cream (stripes and border): about 350 yd (large size)
- Pine Green (stripes): about 320 yd (large size)
- Yardage above is for the large size; the stroller is in the Sizes cards.
- Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers.
- Buy one extra skein of each color if you are between sizes.
- Pick a soft, washable yarn: the label should say you can wash it the way you will wash the blanket.
Stroller: about 30 x 35 1/4 in
- Yarn
- Super bulky weight (#6), 3 colors: Cranberry, Cream and Pine Green
- Hook
- US M-13 (9 mm) (a US N-15, 10 mm, if you get 9 or more sts per 4 in)
- Yarn needed
- Cranberry 270 yd · Cream 240 yd · Pine Green 210 yd, about 720 yd in all (estimated, with a 20 % margin)
- Finished size
- about 30 x 35 1/4 in (76 x 89 cm), approximate. Stroller: 26 3/4-34 1/4 in wide and 30 1/4-42 in long across the gauge range.
- Counts
- Foundation ch 61; 59 hdc per row; 52 rows in 17 stripes. Border: 226 sc (57 sc along the top and along the bottom, 50 sc up each side, 3 sc in each corner). About 36 ends to weave in. About 6 hours of crocheting, estimated, plus about 1 hour to weave in ends.
Large: about 36 x 43 1/4 in
- Yarn
- Super bulky weight (#6), 3 colors: Cranberry, Cream and Pine Green
- Hook
- US M-13 (9 mm) (a US N-15, 10 mm, if you get 9 or more sts per 4 in)
- Yarn needed
- Cranberry 380 yd · Cream 350 yd · Pine Green 320 yd, about 1050 yd in all (estimated, with a 20 % margin)
- Finished size
- about 36 x 43 1/4 in (91 x 110 cm), approximate. Large: 32-41 in wide and 37-51 3/4 in long across the gauge range.
- Counts
- Foundation ch 73; 71 hdc per row; 64 rows in 21 stripes. Border: 274 sc (69 sc along the top and along the bottom, 62 sc up each side, 3 sc in each corner). About 44 ends to weave in. About 8 hours of crocheting, estimated, plus about 1 hour to weave in ends.
Gauge and swatch
Make a swatch first
Our gauge is a guess, not a measurement. With Cranberry, ch 16 and work Row 1 and Rows 2-10 (14 hdc per row, 10 rows). Lay it flat without stretching and measure the middle 4 in: count the sts across and the rows up. We assumed 8 sts and 6 rows; the range is 7-9 sts and 5-7 rows. Fewer sts than that: go down a hook size; more: go up. If your rows are taller or shorter, your blanket will be longer or shorter than our table: add or remove 12 rows (one full repeat of the stripes) at a time.
Notes
- US crochet terms: see the abbreviations above.
- Turning ch (ch 2): it does not count as a st. Work the first hdc in the very first st and the last hdc in the last st of the row, never in the turning ch.
- Hdc (half double crochet): yarn over, insert the hook in the st, yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on the hook), yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.
- Back bump: the bump on the back of each foundation ch, the side away from the V. Row 1 goes in the back bumps; the border later goes in the free loop (the V) of the same ch.
- Odd rows are the wrong side, even rows are the right side. Stripes always end on an even row.
- [ ] times: do everything inside the brackets as many times as it says.
Hdc rows
Foundation, Row 1, then repeat Row 2. Counts for both sizes are given in the Sizes cards.
- FoundationCh 61 (Stroller) or 73 (Large).Stitch count: 61 ch (Stroller) or 73 ch (Large)
- Row 1 (WS)Skip the first 2 ch from the hook (the loop on your hook does not count; the 2 skipped ch are the turning ch and do not count as a st). Work a hdc in the back bump of the next ch and of each ch across.Stitch count: 59 hdc (Stroller) or 71 hdc (Large)
- Row 2 (RS)Ch 2 (does not count as a st), turn. Hdc in each of the 59 (Stroller) or 71 (Large) sts across: the first hdc goes in the very first st, the last hdc in the last st. Do not work in the turning ch.Stitch count: 59 hdc (Stroller) or 71 hdc (Large)
- Rows 3 to the endRepeat Row 2 until you have the number of rows in your size card. The last row is always an even row. Change color as in the stripe chart.Stitch count: 52 rows in all (Stroller) or 64 rows in all (Large)
Chain and work Row 1
With Cranberry, leave a 6 in tail, make the foundation chain for your size and work Row 1 in the back bump of each ch. Keep the chain loose: a tight chain pulls the bottom edge in. The ch under the first and the last hdc of Row 1 are the bottom corners.
Work the hdc rows
Every row is the same: ch 2, turn, hdc in each st. The first hdc goes in the very first st, and the last one in the last st, not in the turning ch. Count your sts at the end of a few rows: they must match your size card.
Change color
Follow the stripe chart. Change color on the last hdc of the last row of a stripe: work it until you have 3 loops on the hook, then pull the new color through all 3 loops, then ch 2 with the new color and turn (this is the start of the next row). Cut the old color, leaving a 6 in tail. Do not carry yarn up the side. Every change happens on the same edge (the left edge as you look at the right side), because every stripe is a whole number of even rows. Weave in each tail on the wrong side as you finish a stripe, so you do not face all the ends at the end.
Charts and plans
Stripes, row by row
Stroller stripes, Row 1 first
| Stripe | Rows | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe 1 | Rows 1-4 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 2 | Rows 5-6 | Cream |
| Stripe 3 | Rows 7-10 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 4 | Rows 11-12 | Cream |
| Stripe 5 | Rows 13-16 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 6 | Rows 17-18 | Cream |
| Stripe 7 | Rows 19-22 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 8 | Rows 23-24 | Cream |
| Stripe 9 | Rows 25-28 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 10 | Rows 29-30 | Cream |
| Stripe 11 | Rows 31-34 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 12 | Rows 35-36 | Cream |
| Stripe 13 | Rows 37-40 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 14 | Rows 41-42 | Cream |
| Stripe 15 | Rows 43-46 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 16 | Rows 47-48 | Cream |
| Stripe 17 | Rows 49-52 | Cranberry |
Large stripes, Row 1 first
| Stripe | Rows | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe 1 | Rows 1-4 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 2 | Rows 5-6 | Cream |
| Stripe 3 | Rows 7-10 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 4 | Rows 11-12 | Cream |
| Stripe 5 | Rows 13-16 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 6 | Rows 17-18 | Cream |
| Stripe 7 | Rows 19-22 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 8 | Rows 23-24 | Cream |
| Stripe 9 | Rows 25-28 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 10 | Rows 29-30 | Cream |
| Stripe 11 | Rows 31-34 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 12 | Rows 35-36 | Cream |
| Stripe 13 | Rows 37-40 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 14 | Rows 41-42 | Cream |
| Stripe 15 | Rows 43-46 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 16 | Rows 47-48 | Cream |
| Stripe 17 | Rows 49-52 | Cranberry |
| Stripe 18 | Rows 53-54 | Cream |
| Stripe 19 | Rows 55-58 | Pine Green |
| Stripe 20 | Rows 59-60 | Cream |
| Stripe 21 | Rows 61-64 | Cranberry |
Border
Cream, 1 round, right side facing.
- BorderDirections are for right-handed crocheters; left-handers mirror them (counterclockwise becomes clockwise). Test the border on your swatch edge: sc should lie flat. Fasten off the last color, leaving a 6 in tail. Hold the blanket with the right side facing you and the last row at the top: the last row ended at the top left corner. Join Cream with a sl st in the top left corner st (the last hdc of the last row), leaving a 6 in tail. Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 3 sc in the same st (corner). Do not turn the work: keep the right side facing you and go round the blanket counterclockwise. Left side, going down: 1 sc in the end of each of the next 50 (Stroller) or 62 (Large) rows (the end of a row = the side of the end hdc of that row, not the turning ch). The top and bottom rows are not included (they are the corner sts). Bottom left corner: 3 sc in the free loop (the V) of the ch under the first hdc of Row 1 (the 2 skipped chains stay as a tiny tail: weave them in). Bottom edge: sc in the free loop (the V) of each of the next 57 (Stroller) or 69 (Large) ch. Bottom right corner: 3 sc in the free loop (the V) of the ch under the last hdc of Row 1. Right side, going up: 1 sc in the end of each of the next 50 (Stroller) or 62 (Large) rows, starting at Row 2. Top right corner: 3 sc in the first st of the last row. Top edge, going left: sc in each of the next 57 (Stroller) or 69 (Large) sts. Join with a sl st in the first sc. Fasten off. If the sides ripple (wave), skip the row end of every 10th row on each side. If the sides pull in (cup), work 2 sc in every 10th row end. Each change removes or adds 1 sc: adjust your counts. You can lightly block the finished blanket; follow the yarn label.Stitch count: 226 sc (stroller) or 274 sc (large)
Add the border
After the last row, work the Cream border as written. The corners get 3 sc each; count your sc on each edge against the size card. If the sides ripple (wave), skip the row end of every 10th row on each side. If the sides pull in (cup), work 2 sc in every 10th row end. Each change removes or adds 1 sc: adjust your counts. You can lightly block the finished blanket; follow the yarn label.
Finishing
Check that every end is woven in. Wash and dry the blanket as the yarn label says before you gift it. You can lightly block the finished blanket; follow the yarn label. This blanket is for supervised use (stroller, play, cuddling, photos with an adult next to the baby). Do not leave it in a crib or bassinet with a sleeping baby: the American Academy of Pediatrics says to keep soft objects and loose bedding, blankets included, out of a baby's sleep area. Chunky stitches are open: check that no finger or toe can catch in a loop. Not a toy.
Weave in and wash
Weave each end through 2 or 3 inches of stitches of the same color on the wrong side. Wash and dry as the yarn label says.
Tips
- Put a stitch marker in the first stitch of every row so you can count quickly.
- To change the size, add or remove sts (and the same number of ch in the foundation), or 12 rows at a time so every stripe stays whole.
- Weave in the ends as you go, after each stripe. 30 ends at the end of the project feel much longer.
- Chunky yarn is heavy: a big blanket gets heavy on your lap, so rest it on a table or a cushion.
Common mistakes
- Working in the turning chain: the row gets 1 stitch too many.
- Skipping the first stitch of the row: the row gets 1 stitch too few.
- Carrying yarn up the side: the border gets lumpy. Cut it, as written.
- Pulling the foundation chain tight: the bottom edge puckers.
Make it your own
- Other colors: any 3 colors with good contrast keep the stripes clear.
- One color: skip the stripes, it is still a soft chunky blanket.
- Bigger or smaller: use the tip above to change the size.
Care
- Follow the washing and drying instructions on the label of your yarn.
- This blanket is for supervised use (stroller, play, cuddling, photos with an adult next to the baby). Do not leave it in a crib or bassinet with a sleeping baby: the American Academy of Pediatrics says to keep soft objects and loose bedding, blankets included, out of a baby's sleep area. Chunky stitches are open: check that no finger or toe can catch in a loop. Not a toy.
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FAQ
What stitch is this Christmas crochet baby blanket made of?
Only half double crochet (hdc), worked back and forth, plus a single crochet border.
How many stitches do I chain for a different size?
Chain the number of stitches you want plus 2 for the turning chain. For example, 61 ch for 59 stitches.
Why is the gauge only suggested?
Our gauge is an estimate for super bulky yarn and a US M-13 hook, not a measurement from a finished blanket. Make the swatch in the steps and adjust the hook size or the number of stitches.
Can I finish it in a weekend?
Our estimate is about 6 hours (Stroller) or 8 (Large) of crocheting, plus about 1 hour to weave in ends. We have not timed it, so give yourself a margin if it is a gift.
Has someone crocheted this pattern before publication?
Counts were checked by software. This pattern has not been crocheted and swatched by a person before publication.
Can I leave this blanket in a crib with a baby?
This blanket is for supervised use (stroller, play, cuddling, photos with an adult next to the baby). Do not leave it in a crib or bassinet with a sleeping baby: the American Academy of Pediatrics says to keep soft objects and loose bedding, blankets included, out of a baby's sleep area. Chunky stitches are open: check that no finger or toe can catch in a loop. Not a toy.
Baby safety
Baby safety: this blanket is made for the stroller, the play mat and cuddles. For sleep, follow your pediatrician's safe sleep advice, and keep loose blankets out of an unattended baby's sleep space. Check that every end is woven in and that no strand or loop can catch a small finger.
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