Sherbet Granny Baby Throw in Lion Brand Ice Cream - L50153 - Downloadable PDF

Sherbet Granny Baby Throw in Lion Brand Ice Cream

Project Overview

This free crochet pattern creates a charming baby throw blanket using the classic granny square design. The finished throw measures approximately 28 x 28 inches (71 x 71 cm), making it an ideal size for a crib blanket, lap throw, or decorative accent piece. The pattern is classified as Easy (Level 2) difficulty, making it suitable for intermediate crocheters who have experience with basic stitches and working in the round.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This project uses Lion Brand Ice Cream yarn in the colorway Sprinkles - Sherbert. Ice Cream is a 100% acrylic yarn that offers a soft, smooth texture ideal for baby items. The yarn comes in pull-skein packages containing 3.50 ounces (100 grams) with 394 yards (360 meters) per ball. This pattern requires only 2 balls of yarn, making it an economical project.

The recommended crochet hook size is Size I-9. For finishing, the pattern calls for Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6) to weave in ends and join pieces securely.

Gauge and Construction

The gauge for this pattern is measured over rounds 1-4, which should measure approximately 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm). Achieving proper gauge is essential to ensure your finished throw matches the intended dimensions and that your yarn quantity will be sufficient. Individual tension varies, so adjusting hook size may be necessary to match the specified gauge.

Design Technique

The Sherbet Granny Baby Throw is constructed using the traditional granny square method, one of the most beloved and versatile crochet techniques. This method involves working individual squares in the round, beginning from the center and expanding outward with each round. Granny squares are then joined together to create the finished blanket.

The granny square design offers several advantages: it creates a visually appealing geometric pattern with open spaces that showcase the yarn's color and texture, it allows for flexible sizing by adjusting the number of squares, and it is highly portable for working on-the-go. The technique is perfect for beginners advancing to intermediate skills, as it reinforces fundamental crochet stitches while producing impressive results.

Stitches and Techniques

This pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches commonly found in granny square designs, including:

• Chain stitches (ch) - the foundation of crochet work
• Double crochet stitches (dc) - the primary stitch for building granny squares
• Slip stitches (sl st) - used to join rounds and create seamless transitions

The working-in-the-round technique allows you to build each square concentrically from the center outward, creating the characteristic open corners and sides that define the granny square aesthetic. Once individual squares are completed, they are joined using slip stitches or whip stitches to create the cohesive throw blanket.

Yarn Characteristics

Lion Brand Ice Cream yarn in sport weight provides excellent stitch definition, making it ideal for displaying the intricate geometric patterns of granny squares. The 100% acrylic fiber ensures durability, easy care, and affordability—important considerations for baby blankets that require frequent washing. The Sprinkles - Sherbert colorway adds a cheerful, playful aesthetic appropriate for nurseries and baby gifts.

Pattern Information

Pattern Number: L50153. This is a free downloadable PDF pattern from Lion Brand Yarn with no corrections as of July 15, 2016. The pattern format allows you to download and print for convenient reference while working.