#baby blanket

I just finished the first baby blanket that will be donated to the hospital.

As many of you know, my husband and I brought our baby girl into the world two months ago, what you might not know is that she was born with a heart condition that required two surgeries before she was a week old. While at the hospital, she was given multiple toys and handmade baby blankets. It was an act of kindness that helped a lot during a hard time.

So I ask everyone out there; whether you knit, crochet, quilt, or do knotted blankets. Please donate your work to the local NICU, PICU, or children’s hospital. A few hours of your time can make a world of difference to a family going through a difficult time.

I love knitting for babies! This adorable set was knit for my neighbour’s great-grandchild, that’s coming into this world in January. ~Lana

Wisteria Baby Blanket

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32" x 32"

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$50 (+tax/shipping) Free Local Pick-up

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I am a big fan of simple crochet designs which I think resonates throughout all of my patterns and this ruffle baby blanket is no exception! I chose to use a natural colorway with this blanket since it tends to lend itself to go with most decors. Plus, I am a big fan of anything neutral and natural looking! A win win!

I am assuming that if you are still reading this you like simple projects  and would probably want to make some more blankets I have done in the past like the  —> Blanket Stitch Blanket orSimple Color Blocked Blanket.  So go ahead and try them! Why not? Right?

Materials:

• 2 skeins of Vanna’s Choice Yarn in Linen and 1 in Dark Grey Heather or any worsted weight (4) yarn.
• crochet hook size J
• yarn needle 
• scissors

Notes:

• finished size is approximately 22″ wide and 25″ in length

• gauge = 10 stitches for every 4″

Pattern:

• chain 51 with linen

• Row 1: in 2nd chain from hook half double crochet, and in every chain across, turn (50)

• Row 2:chain 2, double crochet in 3rd chain from hook and in every chain across, turn. (50)
• Row 3: chain 1, single crochet in 2nd chain from hook and in every chain across, turn. (50)
• Row 4-15: repeat row 1 - 3 with linen.
• Row 16-30: change colors to dark grey heather and repeat rows 1 - 3. 
• Row 31-45: change colors to linen and repeat rows 1-3. 
• Fasten off and weave in ends with yarn needle

Border:(optional)

• join yarn in corner of blanket where you finished your last row.

• *(single crochet) in first chain, ch 2, single crochet in next chain, repeat from *() around the whole outside of blanket to achieve the ruffled edge spacing evenly as you go.

• weave in loose ends with yarn needle  

Now wasn’t that easy? I hope you enjoy making this ruffle baby blanket as much as I did! If you do make this please post on Instagram with the hash tag #RescuedPaw so I can see your creations! If you have any questions please feel free to ask! I am more than happy to assist in any way possible.

Happy crocheting!!

Krista

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