Bobbling Baby Blanket

Bobbling Baby Blanket by Hobbydingen

What is Being Made

The Bobbling Baby Blanket is a crochet blanket designed for babies, measuring 100x100cm (39.5x39.5 inches). This project combines a large solid granny square base with decorative bobble stitches for an enhanced textured finish. The blanket is suitable for beginners and offers a straightforward introduction to working with bobble stitch techniques in a larger project format.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques worked in the round. The blanket is constructed using treble crochet as the primary stitch for the base structure, with the granny square method forming the foundation. Bobble stitches are incorporated throughout to create visual texture and dimension. The pattern uses slip stitches to join each round, and chains at the beginning of rounds do not count as stitches. The work is not turned at the end of each round, maintaining a continuous circular construction method.

Stitches Used

• Treble crochet: Forms the primary structure of the blanket and is used to establish the gauge measurement
• Bobble stitches: Create decorative texture and visual interest throughout the design
• Slip stitches: Used to join rounds together
• Chain stitches: Used at the beginning of rounds as directional markers (not counted as stitches in this pattern)

Materials Required

This project uses DK weight yarn, requiring a total of 1510 yards. The original pattern specifies Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in Washed Teal, requiring 5 skeins of 100g each (276 meters or 302 yards per skein). The yarn is 100% acrylic, making it durable and easy-care for a baby blanket. A 4.0mm (size G) crochet hook is needed to achieve the correct gauge of 16 stitches by 8 rounds over a 10x10cm (4x4 inch) swatch when worked in treble crochet and after blocking. Additional materials include a darning needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and a piece of cardboard measuring 16cm for constructing tassels.

Pattern Details

This crochet pattern was originally published in Crochet Now magazine issue 52 and is presented as Version 1 by designer Marjan. The pattern is rated as beginner skill level, making it accessible to those new to crochet or to bobble stitch techniques. The downloadable PDF format allows crafters to work from the pattern at their own pace, making it ideal for creating a handmade baby gift.