Gentle Stripes and Textures Baby Blanket

This easy crochet blanket pattern combines a simple stitch with self- striping yarn to make the colorwork easy. Available in 6 sizes from micro preemie blanket through child blanket.

This pattern is available for FREE on my blog. The free version is supported by advertising on my website. The downloadable PDF for sale on LoveCrafts includes the full pattern in one printable file without advertisements.

Skills UsedBasic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows (for center Block and for joining Blocks) and crocheting the round (for outer Block and Border) Crocheting in the back loop (includes link to video tutorial) Changing colors, covering yarn tails with crocheting, joining with single crochet seam, crocheting square Blocks (includes video tutorials)

Gauge

Block = 5” (12.5 cm) square. Exact fit is not critical for this project.

Pattern uses U.S. crochet abbreviations.