Free Crochet Pattern: Pecan Grove Baby Blanket
If you’re looking for an easy crochet baby blanket pattern that uses more than one stitch, you’re in the right place! The Pecan Grove Baby Blanket pattern uses alternating sections of easy stitch combos that will not only prevent monotony while you work, but lend a chic, polished look to the final product.
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Pecan Grove Baby Blanket
I like having variety in a pattern when I make a blanket. Although I make crocheted blankets as a way to relax, I sometimes get bored with single-stitch patterns. I find it easier to stay motivated when a pattern has more than one section of stitches or stitch combinations because I get the feeling of accomplishment every time I finish a smaller section.
The two alternating sections of the Pecan Grove Baby Blanket use different combinations of single crochet and half-double crochet, so it’s perfect for everyone from confident beginners to advanced crocheters.
The Yarn
When choosing a yarn for this pattern I wanted something that was soft, but still had great stitch definition. It didn’t take me long to decide to use Lion Brand Heartland in the Haleakala colorway! Not only is it a yarn that I absolutely adore, but the shade of green reminded me of the color of pecan hulls while they’re still on the tree. This blanket would be amazing in a variety of colors, though, so any of the Heartland colorways would make a great yarn choice.
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Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
940 yards, size 4 medium/worsted weight yarn. I used 4 skeins of Lion Brand Heartland <5 oz/142 g><251 yds/230 m> in the Haleakala colorway
US size K/10.5 crochet hook (6.50 mm)
Scissors
Yarn needle
Gauge
12 stitches x 11 rows = 4″ square
Pattern used for gauge: rows of alternating sc and hdc
Finished Size
Approximately 30″ w x 37.25″ h
Stitch Abbreviations
US Crochet Terminology
ch(s) – chain(s)
FLO – front loop only
hdc – half double crochet
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
The ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.
Stitch markers can be used to assist with stitch placement.
Special Stitches
Single Crochet Front Loop Only (scFLO)
Single Crochet Front Loop Only (scFLO) – single crochet in the front loop of the indicated stitch
How to Make This Easy Crochet Baby Blanket
Part 1: Blanket Body
Ch 88
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, [hdc in next ch, sc in next ch] 43 times, turn <44 sc, 43 hdc>.
Row 2: ch 1, hdc in 1st st, [sc in next st, hdc in next st] 43 times ,turn <44 hdc, 43 sc>.
Row 3: ch 1, sc in 1st st, [hdc in next st, sc in next st] 43 times, turn<44 sc, 43 hdc>.
Row 4: ch 1, hdc in 1st st, [sc in next st, hdc in next st] 43 times, turn <44 hdc, 43 sc>.
Rows 5 – 10: repeat Rows 3 – 4 3 times
Row 11: ch 1, sc in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 sc>.
Row 12: ch 1, sc in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 sc>.
Row 13: ch 1, scFLO in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 scFLO>.
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Row 14: ch 1, sc in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 sc>.
Row 15: ch 1, scFLO in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 scFLO>.
Row 16: ch 1, sc in 1st st and in each st across, turn <87 sc>.
Rows 17 – 26: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
Rows 27 – 32: repeat Rows 11 – 16
Rows 33 – 42: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
Rows 43 – 48: repeat Rows 11 – 16
Rows 49 – 58: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
Rows 59 – 64: repeat Rows 11 – 16
Rows 65 – 74: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
Rows 75 – 80: repeat Rows 11 – 16
Rows 81 – 90: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
Rows 91 – 96: repeat Rows 11 – 16
Rows 97 – 106: repeat Rows 3 – 4 5 times
At the end of Row 106, do not turn and do not fasten off. Proceed to border.
Part 2: Border
Rotate 90 degrees.
Left: ch 1, 1 sc in end of each row, rotate 90 degrees, <106 sc>.
Bottom: 2 sc in bottom of 1st ch, 1 sc in each of next 85 chs, 2 sc in last ch, rotate 90 degrees <89 sc>.
Right: 1 sc in end of each row, rotate 90 degrees, <106 sc>.
Top: 2 sc in bottom of 1st st, 1 sc in each of next 85 sts, 2 sc in last st, sl st in top of sc to join <89 sc>.
Fasten off. Weave in ends and block to desired dimensions.
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