Blankets in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 5203 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly DK Crochet Blankets Pattern 5203 – Detailed Summary

This downloadable PDF pattern (Sirdar 5203) from Sirdar contains instructions for two distinct crocheted baby blankets worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn: the V Stitch Blanket and the Shell Edged Blanket. Both designs are rated as intermediate in difficulty and are sized to suit a pram, moses basket, or cot. The pattern is written using UK crochet terminology, with US equivalents provided throughout, making it accessible to crocheters on both sides of the Atlantic.

V Stitch Blanket

What Is Being Made

The V Stitch Blanket is a colourful crocheted baby blanket measuring approximately 61 x 77 cm (24 x 30¼ inches). Its striking visual appeal comes from the repetition of a classic V stitch pattern worked across multiple colour changes, creating a striped, textured fabric that is both lightweight and cosy.

Techniques and Construction

The blanket is worked flat in rows, beginning with a foundation chain of 114 stitches. The V stitch pattern is established on the foundation row and then repeated across subsequent rows, with colour changes introduced at regular intervals to build up the striped design. Each colour stripe is worked for a set number of rows before switching to the next shade, and the sequence is repeated to achieve the full blanket length. A final edging round is worked in one of the colours to neaten the edges.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – used for the foundation and turning chains
• Treble (tr) / US double crochet – the primary stitch forming the V stitch units
• V Stitch – each V stitch consists of (1tr, 1ch, 1tr) worked into the same stitch or space, creating an open, lacy fabric with excellent drape
• Slip stitch (ss) – used in finishing and edging
• Double crochet (dc) / US single crochet – referenced in the abbreviations and used in finishing rounds

Tension

The stated tension is 7 pattern repeats and 9 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over the V stitch pattern using a 4.00 mm (UK 8 / US F/5) crochet hook. The pattern emphasises that achieving the correct tension is essential to obtaining the stated finished measurements.

Colour Palette and Materials

The V Stitch Blanket uses seven shades of Sirdar Snuggly DK, with one 50g ball of each colour required:

• Shade 487 – Colour A
• Shade 494 – Colour B
• Shade 495 – Colour C
• Shade 496 – Colour D
• Shade 326 – Colour E
• Shade 353 – Colour F
• Shade 484 – Colour G

The multi-colour approach makes this an ideal project for using up small quantities of Sirdar Snuggly DK from your stash, as only a single 50g ball of each shade is needed.

Shell Edged Blanket

What Is Being Made

The Shell Edged Blanket is a crocheted baby blanket measuring approximately 61 x 76 cm (24 x 30 inches). It features a classic shell stitch edging that frames the main body of the blanket, adding a decorative scalloped border that gives the finished piece a traditional, heirloom quality.

Techniques and Construction

Like the V Stitch Blanket, this design is worked flat in rows. The main body of the blanket is built up using