Crochet Ocean Breeze Baby Afghan

Create a beautiful baby afghan inspired by the calming colors of the ocean with this crochet pattern. Using shades of blue, green, and white, you can crochet a cozy blanket that will remind you of the soothing ocean breeze. The intricate stitches and patterns in this afghan will make it a unique and special gift for a new baby or a lovely addition to your own home decor. The Ocean Breeze Baby Afghan pattern allows you to showcase your crochet skills while also creating a practical and versatile item. Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your skills or an experienced crocheter wanting a new challenge, this pattern is sure to provide hours of enjoyment and a beautiful finished product to be proud of.

Beginner Skill

Size: 39" wide x 25 ½" long

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn, Aqua – 12.8 oz, 665.6 yds (362.8 g, 608.6 m), White – 1.5 oz, 78 yds (42.5 g, 71.3 m)

Crochet Hook:Size G-6 (4.25 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge: Rows 2-3 = 1"; 3 blocks of dc = 2"

Abbreviations

Afghan

Row 1: (Right Side): With MC, ch 182, dc in 8th ch from hook (skipped ch counts as 1st dc, ch 2), *ch 2, skip next 2 ch, dc in the ch) rep from * across, TURN EACH ROW. (60 dc and 59 ch-2 sps).

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), 2 dc in first ch-2 sp, 3 dc in each ch-2 sp across. (177 dc)

Row 3: Ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch 2 now and throughout) * skip next 2 dc, dc in next sp between 3-dc blocks, ch 2, rep from * across, dc in last dc. (60 dc and 59 ch-2 sps)

Row 4-61: Rep Rows 2-3

At the end of 61, finish off and weave in ends.

Edging

With right side facing, join CC with sl st to 1st ch-2 sp of Row 61, ch 3, 2 dc in same block, * 3 dc in next open block across to corner, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc in corner), working in sides of Rows, 3 dc in each Row to corner, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in corner, rep from * to starting corner, 3 dc in starting corner, ch 1, join with sl st to 1st sc, finish off and weave in ends.