Crochet Quick and Thick Baby Blanket

Creating a Crochet Quick and Thick Baby Blanket is a delightful project that not only results in a cozy addition to a nursery but also allows for personal touches and creativity. Using chunky yarn and a larger crochet hook, this blanket works up fast, making it a perfect last-minute gift for a baby shower or a pleasant surprise for your own little one. The thickness of the yarn adds extra warmth and comfort, ideal for snuggling babies during chilly nights. The repetitive yet soothing crochet stitches contribute to a relaxing and meditative crafting experience. With a touch of love and some colorful yarn, this baby blanket will surely become a cherished item for any bundle of joy.

Finished size: 31" x 34"

Supplies:
Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn: Little Petunias 6 - 3.5 ounce skeins
Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn: Vanilla 1 - 3.5 ounce skein
Crochet Hook Size N 10 mm
Yarn Needle

Stitch Marker

Stitches and Abbreviations:
Chain = ch
Double Crochet = dc
Single Crochet = sc
Stitch = st
Slip Stitch = sl st
Hook = hk

Pattern:

• Chain 60
• Row 1: sc in the second ch from hk and in each chain across
• Row 2: sc & dc in the first st, skip one st (sc & dc in the next st, skip one st) repeat across, sc in last st, ch 1, turn
• Repeat row 2 until desired size.

• Round 1: Join border color in any sc on the top edge. ch 1, sc in same stitch, mark first sc with a stitch marker. sc in each st around blanket, placing 3 sc in each corner. On the sides, place on sc in the side of each sc, and two sc in the side of each dc. sl st to join. Remove stitch marker
• Round 2: ch 2, hdc in same stitch, mark the first hdc with a stitch marker, hdc in each st around blanket, placing a hdc, ch 1, hdc in each corner. sl st to join.

Note: To increase or decrease the size of this blanket, start with an even number of chains.