Crochet Baby Granny Afghan
Create a beautiful handmade baby blanket using the traditional crochet technique known as the Granny Afghan. This cozy and timeless design features a series of colorful squares that are joined together to form a lovely and intricate pattern. Perfect for keeping your little one warm and snug, this blanket is not only practical but also a wonderful heirloom piece that can be passed down through generations. With endless color combinations to choose from, you can customize this blanket to suit any nursery decor or personal style. Whether you are an experienced crocheter or a beginner looking to try out a new project, this pattern is a great way to hone your skills and create something special for a precious little one. The repetitive nature of the Granny Afghan allows for a relaxing and meditative crochet experience, making it a perfect project to unwind with at the end of a long day. So grab your yarn and hook, and get started on creating a beautiful and cozy blanket that will be treasured for a lifetime.
Measures 30" x 30"
MATERIALS:
Bernat Baby Sport (Tiny Tulips - less than one 8.5 ounce skein)Hook Size H/8-5.00mm
Stitches: ch, dc, rev sc, sl st.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
R1: Ch4, (work all of the following sts in the 4th ch from the hk)
2 dc, * ch 1, 3 dc, repeat from * twice more, ch 1. Join with sl st in top of beg ch 4.
Ch 3, turn the piece over.
R2: (2 dc, ch1, 3 dc) in next ch 1 sp.* (3 dc, ch1, 3 dc) in next ch 1 sp. Repeat from * twice more. Join with sl st in top of beg ch 3. Ch 3, turn the square over.
R3: 2 dc in next open space on the side of the square. (3 dc ch1, 3 dc) in the next open space on the corner of the square. * 3 dc in next side space. (3 dc, ch1, 3 dc) in next corner space. Repeat from * twice more. Join with sl st in top of beg ch 3. Ch 3 (counts as 1dc), turn the square over.
R4: Work 3 dc in each open space on the sides of the square and work (3 dc, ch1, 3 dc) in each corner space. Join with sl st in top of beg ch 3.
Rs5-33: Rep R4.
EDGE
R34: Ch1, do not turn. Rev Sc in ea st and corner sp around entire afghan.
Join with a sl st.
Fasten off.
Weave in ends.