The Hugs & Kisses Baby Blanket is a delightful crochet pattern perfect for creating a cozy, textured blanket for a baby. With its combination of stitches and chevron design, this blanket has a modern look while remaining soft and comforting.
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Hugs & Kisses Baby Blanket Free Pattern
Stitch Abbreviations:
Bobble Stitch: (Dc5tog in the same stitch) Work a series of 5 double crochets together to create a bobble. On the wrong side, the stitch adds texture and charm.
X-Stitch: Skip the next stitch, work a double crochet in the following stitch, and then double crochet back into the skipped stitch. This creates a cross or “X” look.
Stitch Multiples: For this pattern, the stitch multiples are 28 + 18. This ensures the proper alignment of the peaks and valleys of the chevron design.
Helpful Tip: If you find it challenging to identify the peaks and valleys of the chevron, especially during the hdc and bobble rows, consider using stitch markers to highlight these areas. This is especially useful with the hdc3tog stitch, which can lean and be hard to recognize.
Hugs & Kisses Baby Blanket Free Pattern
Pattern Instructions:
Chain 158.
1st row (WS): Dc in the 4th chain from hook (ch and dc counts as 2 dc in the same st), 1 dc in the next 5 chains. Dc3tog over the next 3 chains (this forms the valley of the chevron), 1 dc in the next 12 chains, 3 dc in the next chain (peak of the chevron), 1 dc in the next 12 chains; repeat from * until 9 chains remain. Dc3tog over the next 3 chains, 1 dc in the next 5 chains, 2 dc in the last chain. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 1, 2 sc in the same stitch, 1 sc in the next 5 stitches. Sc3tog over the next 3 stitches, 1 sc in the next 12 stitches, 3 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 12 stitches; repeat from * until 9 stitches remain. Sc3tog over the next 3 stitches, 1 sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the last stitch. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 1 dc in the next stitch, cross back and place 1 dc in the base of ch 3 (X-stitch made), make 2 more X-stitches. Dc3tog over the next 3 stitches, work 6 X-stitches, 3 dc in the next stitch, work 6 X-stitches; repeat from * until 9 stitches remain. Dc3tog over the next 3 stitches, make 3 X-stitches, and 1 more dc in the last stitch. Turn.
4th row: Same as row 2.
5th row: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), 1 hdc in the same stitch, work 1 bobble in the next stitch, 1 hdc in the next 2 stitches, another bobble in the next stitch, 1 hdc in the next stitch. Hdc3tog over the next 3 stitches, [1 hdc, 1 bobble] four times, 3 hdc in the next stitch, [1 hdc, 1 bobble] four times; repeat from * until 9 stitches remain. Hdc3tog over the next 3 stitches, [1 hdc, 1 bobble] twice, 1 hdc in the last stitch. Turn.
6th row: Same as row 2.
7th row: Same as row 3.
8th row: Same as row 2.
9th row: Ch 3, 1 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc in the next 5 stitches.
Dc3tog over the next 3 stitches, 1 dc in the next 12 stitches, 3 dc in the next stitch, 1 dc in the next 12 stitches; repeat from * until 9 stitches remain.
Dc3tog over the next 3 stitches, 1 dc in the next 5 stitches, 2 dc in the last stitch. Turn.
Repeat rows 2 through 9 until your blanket measures approximately 40”. This should be around 11 pattern repeats in total.
Finishing: Once your blanket reaches the desired size, fasten off and weave in the ends.
Diagram
This pattern provides a beautiful texture and unique design. The alternating stitches create peaks and valleys in the chevron pattern, while the bobble stitches add an extra layer of charm. For those looking to adjust the size, simply follow the stitch multiple formula provided.
Happy crocheting!
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