Sweet Mint Baby Blanket

This lovely baby blanket features a soft mint color and a simple stitch pattern, making it perfect for beginners. The pattern is designed for a cozy, lightweight blanket that will keep your baby snug and comfortable.

Materials

• Yarn: Bulky weight, 100% acrylic yarn in mint color (approx. 600 yards)
• Crochet Hook: Size 8.0 mm (US size L)
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring Tape

Gauge

8 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in double crochet. Make sure to check your gauge to ensure the right size!

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• sl st = slip stitch
• rep = repeat

Instructions

1. Foundation Chain: Start by making a slip knot, then chain 72 stitches. This will give you a blanket that measures approximately 30 inches wide.
2. Row 1: In the 4th chain from your hook, make 1 double crochet (dc). This will create the first dc. Continue making 1 dc in each remaining chain across the row. You should have 70 dc at the end of this row.
3. Row 2: Chain 3 (this counts as your first dc for this row). Turn your work, and make 1 dc in the next dc. *Skip the next stitch, and make 2 dc in the following stitch.* Repeat from * to * until you reach the end of the row, ending with 1 dc in the final stitch. You should have created a shell pattern with 36 shells and 1 additional dc at the end.
4. Row 3: Chain 3, turn your work. In the top of the first shell (the gap between 2 dc), make 1 dc. *In the next shell, make 1 dc in the gap, back to the first shell gap, make 1 dc.* Repeat from * to * until you reach the end of the row, finishing with 1 dc in the final stitch. You will have 70 dc at the end of this row.
5. Row 4-12: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until your blanket reaches your desired length. Typically, a baby blanket is about 36 inches long.
6. Final Row: For a clean finish, chain 1, and then slip stitch across the top of each dc in the last row. This will give your blanket a nice border.
7. Finishing: Cut your yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail, and pull the tail through the last loop to secure it. Weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle.
8. Blocking (Optional): If desired, you can block your blanket to shape it perfectly. Lay it flat on a clean surface and pin the edges to shape it, allowing it to dry.

And there you have it! A beautiful Sweet Mint Baby Blanket to keep your little one cozy. Feel free to customize the blanket by adding a border or using different colors!