12 Free Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns
A crochet baby blanket is one of the sweetest gifts you can make. It gets used for naps, tummy time and stroller rides, and often ends up as a keepsake. The good news is that baby blankets are small, so they are quick enough to finish before the shower.
We put together 12 free crochet baby blanket patterns and checked each one. You will find easy textured blankets, classic shells, a modern granny square, a cute daisy, a C2C design and two holiday options.
Crochet Baby Blanket
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What You’ll Need
- Soft baby yarn (DK or worsted)
- Ergonomic crochet hook set
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needles
- Blocking mats and pins
- Gentle baby-safe laundry detergent
1. Easy Textured Crochet Baby Blanket
Photo: Amanda Saladin / Love. Life. Yarn.
A simple blanket stitch made from chains, single crochet and double crochet gives this blanket soft texture with very little effort. A puff stitch border adds a sweet finish. It uses just two skeins of a DK gradient yarn and finishes at about 28″ x 31″. A video tutorial is included.
- Designer: Amanda Saladin / Love. Life. Yarn.
- Skill level: Easy (per designer)
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Beautiful Baby Blanket
A soft, lightweight blanket with a repeating pattern of double crochet and little chain spaces. It is worked back and forth in rows, then finished with a crochet edging. The size is about 31.75″ x 31″. A good pick if you want something classic that works for any baby.
- Designer: Rhondda Mol / Oombawka Design Crochet
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Textured V-Stitch Blanket
Photo: Jo / Jo to the World Creations
This snuggly blanket repeats one custom V-stitch that mixes front and back post stitches for deep texture. Once you have the repeat, it is very relaxing. It finishes at about 33″ square with the border, and there is a video tutorial to help.
- Designer: Jo / Jo to the World Creations
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Light (#3)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Free Crochet Baby Blanket (Bobble Texture)
Photo: Crochet ‘n’ Create
Rows of bobbles give this blanket a fun, bumpy texture babies love to touch. It is written in both UK and US terms and finishes at about 33″ x 35″. The designer calls it a quick and easy pattern, but bobbles take some practice, so it is rated intermediate.
- Designer: Crochet ‘n’ Create
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: DK / light worsted (#3)
- Hook: 4.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Crochet Daisy Baby Blanket
Photo: Tiffany / Daisy Farm Crafts
A big daisy in the middle of a square blanket, inspired by a picture book illustration. It is worked in herringbone half double crochet using a chart and bobbins for the color sections. A ribbed post-stitch border finishes it at 30″ square. The site offers a free printable PDF.
- Designer: Tiffany / Daisy Farm Crafts
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Bernat Softee Baby (#3), held double
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free (with printable PDF)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Sweet Granny Baby Blanket
Photo: Toni Lipsey / TL Yarn Crafts
A modern take on the granny square blanket. The squares are joined as you go, triangles straighten the edges, and a picot border adds a soft frill. It finishes at 40″ x 44″ after blocking, big enough to grow with the baby.
- Designer: Toni Lipsey / TL Yarn Crafts
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease (see pattern)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Classic Shell Stitch Baby Blanket
Photo: Tiffany / Daisy Farm Crafts
Shell stitch is a timeless choice for baby blankets, and this one uses it for both the body and the border. The cotton-blend yarn gives it a soft heirloom look. It finishes at 35″ x 38″. The designer says shell stitch is a good place to start if you are new to crochet.
- Designer: Tiffany / Daisy Farm Crafts
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Light (#3)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free (with printable PDF)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Sedge Stitch Baby Blanket
Photo: Hannah / Daisy Farm Crafts
Sedge stitch mixes single, half double and double crochet for a pretty, nubby texture. This one has white and mint stripes and a ribbed border. It is made with a cotton and bamboo blend, which is soft and breathable for warmer months. The size is 32″ x 38″.
- Designer: Hannah / Daisy Farm Crafts
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Bamboo Pop (see pattern)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free (with printable PDF)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Quick & Colorful C2C Baby Blanket
Photo: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
Bright corner-to-corner blocks in soft chenille yarn. If you can chain and double crochet, you can make this one. It is about 33″ x 44″, which is a nice size for a stroller or crib. A paid PDF adds a printable color chart if you want to copy the colors exactly.
- Designer: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner (per designer)
- Yarn: Worsted / Aran chenille (#4)
- Hook: 5.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Zoey’s Crochet Baby Blanket
A chunky, squishy blanket worked in rounds with tweed stitch in three colors. Bulky baby blanket yarn and a 10 mm hook make it fast. It finishes at 36″ square with a crab stitch edge. Great for a last-minute shower gift.
- Designer: Rhondda Mol / Oombawka Design Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Bernat Baby Blanket (see pattern)
- Hook: 10 mm (N/P)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Holly Berry Seashore Christmas Baby Blanket
Photo: Dana Nield / Dana Nield Designs
Puff stitches and shells create a textured four-row repeat, finished with a camel stitch border. Made in red and green it is perfect for a baby’s first Christmas, but it would be just as pretty in pastels. The size is about 35″ x 34″.
- Designer: Dana Nield / Dana Nield Designs
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Christmas Bauble Baby Blanket
Photo: Debra Field / MadameStitch
The center looks like a Christmas ornament, surrounded by granny stitch and bobble sections and a candy cane border. It is about 33″ square in DK yarn. A playful seasonal gift that also looks great draped over a nursery chair.
- Designer: Debra Field / MadameStitch
- Skill level: Adventurous beginner / Intermediate
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Need it fast? #10 uses bulky yarn and a 10 mm hook.
- First baby blanket? Try #2 or #1. Both use simple stitches.
- Want a summer-friendly blanket? #8 is made in a cotton and bamboo blend.
- Love granny squares? #6 is a fresh, modern version.
- Baby due in December? #11 and #12 are made for the holidays.
FAQ
What size is a crochet baby blanket?
Most baby blankets are between 30″ and 40″ on each side. Stroller and car seat blankets are often about 30″ square, while crib blankets are larger. Every pattern above lists its finished size, so pick one that fits how the blanket will be used.
What is the best yarn for a baby blanket?
Choose soft, machine-washable yarn. Acrylic baby yarns, cotton blends and chenille blanket yarns are all popular. Avoid fuzzy yarns that shed. Cotton blends like the one in #8 are nice for warm weather, and chenille like #9 is extra cuddly.
Are holes in crochet baby blankets safe?
Very open lace can catch little fingers. If you are worried, choose a denser stitch like moss, sedge, herringbone or C2C. Always follow safe sleep advice, and use crochet blankets for supervised play, strollers and cuddles rather than in the crib for sleep.
Choose your favorite, pick a soft yarn, and start a blanket someone will treasure.