Ocean Waves Blanket Edging Free Pattern

Ocean Waves Blanket Edging Free Pattern

Introduction

Add a touch of coastal charm to your blankets with the Ocean Waves Blanket Edging. This pattern creates a flowing, wave-like border that brings a serene, beachy vibe to any crochet project. Whether you're looking to enhance a simple throw or give a unique finish to a baby blanket, this edging will surely elevate your work with its undulating motifs and soothing colors.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Medium worsted weight yarn in shades of blue and white
• Hook: 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed steps to create your own Ocean Waves Blanket Edging:

1. Attach Yarn: Start by choosing any corner of your blanket. Attach your yarn by making a slip knot and then inserting your hook into the corner stitch. Pull the yarn through to create a loop, then chain 1 (this does not count as a stitch).
2. Round 1: Work a single crochet (sc) evenly around the entire blanket. In each corner, place 3 single crochets to help the edging turn smoothly. Once you have completed the round, join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first single crochet you made.
3. Round 2: Chain 3 (this counts as a double crochet, dc). Now, *skip 2 stitches, then work 5 double crochets in the next stitch, skip 2 stitches, and work 1 single crochet in the next stitch; repeat from * around the entire blanket. Adjust your stitches as necessary to fit the stitch count evenly. When you reach the end of the round, join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.
4. Round 3: Slip stitch into the next double crochet. Chain 3 (counts as a dc), then work 2 double crochets in the same stitch. Now, *skip 2 double crochets, work 1 single crochet in the next double crochet, skip 2 double crochets, and work 5 double crochets in the next single crochet; repeat from * around. Make sure to end with 2 double crochets in the same stitch as your beginning chain-3. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.
5. Finish Up: Once you have completed the final round, fasten off your yarn by cutting it, leaving a tail of about 6 inches. Use your tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends securely, ensuring a neat finish.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Ocean Waves Blanket Edging. Enjoy the beautiful, coastal charm it brings to your crochet projects!