5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

If you need a gift for a precious bundle and you’ve almost run out of time to make something special, the 5 free baby blanket patterns to crochet in a weekend, are just what the stork ordered!

I did not choose – ‘to crochet in a weekend to get you to click through…no, I used the line because:-

The patterns have been carefully selected;
Almost all of the patterns are highly popular and different versions thereof have been made and shared;
Most patterns come with instructions;
Even Crochet-Newbies will be able to master the patterns;
All patterns are quick and easy!
And…it is really possible to crochet it in a weekend.

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5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

The crochet baby blanket patterns shared in this post, are all with beginner crocheters in mind. The stitches are interesting, yet super easy. Don’t ponder on it too much, get your hook and yarn and let’s get crocheting.

Here is a video to show you HOw to make a slip knot

this VIDEO teaches YOU HOW TO do the chain stitch

here are the 5 FREE BABY BLANKET PATTERNS TO CROCHET IN A WEEKEND

I don’t know about you, but before I make something, I do a thorough search of the topic on good old (new) Pinterest. I do get carried away too, there are just soooo many patterns, ideas and inspirations.

But that is a story for another day!

What I will confess though, is that before I became a grandmother, I started projects but hardly ever finished a lot of them.

One of the reasons could be perfectionism – bad, bad, bad for creativity; and

Apart from that, I get bored very quickly…ouch!

ONE-stitch chevron baby blanket pattern

1. Easy on the Tongue – I made this one-stitch chevron blanket for my grandson, almost ~~two~~ seven years ago. It was the first crochet blanket I’ve ever made and finished…

The single crochets are done in the back loop which causes the ripple effect (apart from the chevron).

The baby shower had a mint color scheme and I incorporated it into the blanket – and yes, it was done in time!

Super Easy Baby Blanket Pinterest 2 5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

Two-stitch crochet pattern in worsted yarn

2. For the Rescued Paw Designs‘ pattern, the blogger, Krista used worsted weight yarn (very thick yarn) and a combination of single and double crochet stitches.

She calls it a simple crochet blanket, and it really and truly is super simple to create.

Add fringes at the two shorter ends or in the length if you want to use it as a throw.

You can be cute and add pom-poms instead – who said creativity is dead?

Pink Crochet blanket from Rescued Paw Designs in 9 Free Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns to make in a weekend 5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

Pattern and Image courtesy of Rescued Paw Designs

For More Free Baby Crochet Blanket Patterns – here is another post full of loveliness:

More Free Baby Crochet Blanket Patterns

color-blocked delightful crochet project

3. Rebecca of Little Monkeys Crochet created a delightful blanket for her son, Henry.

She basically divided the blanket into 6 color blocks which alternate between blocks of Herringbone HDC and blocks of SC+HDC combos. Each color block is separated by a thin, 2-row block of white, to quote.

The ribbing at the top and bottom makes for a very fine finish and adds to the overall charm of the project.

HenryBlanket by Little Monkey Crochet in 9 Free Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns to make in a weekend round up on www.easyonthetongue.com 5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

Pattern and Image courtesy of Little Monkeys Crochet

Twinkle twinkle little star single crochet pattern

4. Love Crochet features a quick and easy Baby Star Blanket, using a single crochet stitch throughout.

The designer, Kate Eastwood added a picot border and appliqued stars in a contrasting color.

And that’s what changed it from drab to fab!

Color combinations and something as simple as the edging will give your handmade item/s the edge. By that, I mean the difference between something you made using a craft or something you created with a combination of all your talents and skills as a Craftster.

Baby Start Blanket by Love Crochet in 9 Free Baby Blanket Crochet Patterns to make in a weekend round up on www.easyonthetongue.com 5 Free Baby Blanket Patterns to Crochet in a Weekend

Pattern and Image courtesy of Love Crochet

Crochet blanket in waffle stitch

5. Just Pootling used waffle stitch to crochet a soft and special blanket, edged with a pom-pom-like border. At the end of her post, there is a link to the tutorial post.

It looks super soft and baby-ish and I am sure, any expecting Mommy will love a gift like this.

Super simple, quick and easy, yet functional with a finishing touch.