Afghans and Blankets
However, if you prefer a smoother warm welcom ebaby blanket, this one is it. It's a colorful blanket using the bean stitch and single crochet, yielding wonderfully variegated bands.
The original pattern and the photos are available here:
Quick Bean Stitch Crochet Afghan Pattern
Afghans and Blankets
Looking for a one-day crochet project? This Quick Bean Stitch Crochet Afghan Pattern is a fast, yet artistic design that will be ready in no time. The colorful pattern created using the bean stitch creates a lovely contrast of colors that doesn't overwhelm the senses. Use this pattern to make a treasured baby shower gift or even a fabulous piece of home decor - the possibilities are endless! Find out how quick this project is to make and start expanding your crochet skills for your future projects.
Busy Lizzy’s Patchwork Blanket
Afghans and Blankets
The patchwork blanket is made using the Elizabeth stitch (AKA mini bean stitch). You can make the blanket as small or as big as you like plus the pattern includes a handy size guide so you know how many square lane to make.
DK (weight 3) yarn. I used ‘King Cole Pricewise DK’ in various colours. 1 Square - 15m / 16yd / 5g 1 Border - 23m / 25yd / 8g
Supplies you will need - Crochet hook 4mm - Tapestry needle - DK yarn - Stitch markers (optional) - Scissors Recommend skill level is easy - intermediate. The pattern is written in USA terminology.
You will need to know basic crochet stitches (sc, hdc, dc, tr) as well as the mini bean stitch. Instructions for the mini bean stitch are included. The pattern is 5 pages long and includes progress photos, gauge instructions and measurements.
Tulip Stitch Afghan Square
Afghans and Blankets
This lovely Tulip Stitch Afghan Square is available as a free crochet pattern in 5 different sizes. A photo tutorial is also available to show you how to crochet this stitch pattern. This version of the Tulip Stitch pattern is worked in double crochet stitches, rather than single crochet stitches. The pattern works up quickly and creates a pretty finished square. This will also work for blankets and other items. If you'd like to make a pretty and feminine hat with this stitch, I have also created a free pattern in 11 sizes using the Tulip Stitch. It is linked in the post and a video tutorial is also available. The hat is worked in rounds but the video will demonstrate how the Tulips are created using a popcorn stitch - if you prefer videos. I really love this pretty and feminine stitch pattern. I hope you find the pattern and tutorial easy to follow.
Sleepy Blocks Blankie
Afghans and Blankets
The Sleepy Blocks Blankie is a cute and cuddly free baby blanket pattern worked up using colorful variegated yarn. The dynamic stitch pattern and bulky yarn result in an extra squishy blanket that is perfect for playtime and newborn photos. Using half double crochet stitches, this pattern results in a tight weave fabric, which reduces the risk of babies getting their little fingers stuck in the yarn. Since this pattern uses a variegated, chunky yarn and a simple 2-row repeat for a quick pattern that will fly right off the hook!
Beautiful Shell Blanket
Afghans and Blankets
However, an ocean shell blanket can also be made using different yarns of carefully chosen colors, not a pre-made ombre one. Therefore, here is a beautiful blanket that presents gentle color transitions, yet is made 4 distinct colors. In particular, I think the transition is well combined with the alternating textures of the color bands.
