This crochet baby blanket pattern is delicate, cozy and absolutely stunning when using a variegated yarn with a complementary solid. It is a modern twist on the granny square blanket; a more “grown up” feeling baby blanket. Materials: ~ Size 3 Yarn, 1276 yards ~ Size 3 (or 4 yarn, see pattern notes), 450 yards ~ US I9/ 5.5 mm Crochet Hook ~ Yarn Needle ~ Scissors Sizing: Pattern is written for a baby blanket, approximately 39 inches wide Stitches Used: (ch) chain (sl st) slip stitch (hdc) half double crochet Special stitch: Bean Stitch
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Busy Lizzy's Patchwork Blanket
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.
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Tinted Mayapple Flower Blanket
This show-stopping motif blanket features 6-petal mayapple flowers. A self-striping yarn does all the colorwork for you, so there are fewer ends to weave in on this colorful, motif project. This pattern is also available as part of a kit on Bluprint (formerly Craftsy). Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round, increasing, skipping stitches, crocheting in chain spaces, joining motifs Special stitches: cdc and pf (with written explanation in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Sizes Stroller Blanket (Baby Blanket, Child's Blanket, Throw). Stroller Blanket: 23” (58.5 cm) wide x 30.25” (77 cm) long. Baby Blanket: 37.5” (95 cm) square. Child's Blanket: 44.75” (113.5 cm) wide x 52” (132 cm) long. Throw: 52” (132 cm) square. Materials Sprightly Spectrum Worsted yarn (50% acrylic/50% wool, 3.5 oz/100 g/190 yd/174 m) - 5 (10, 13, 18) skeins in 506-005 Mai Tai, or approximately 881 yd (1781 yd, 2956 yd, 3,420 yd/805.5 m (1628.5 m, 2602.5 m, 3,127 m) in any medium weight yarn. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Gauge Motif = 7.25” (18.5 cm) square in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project"

Quick Bean Stitch Crochet Afghan Pattern
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.

Picot Granny Spring Throw
Picot Granny Spring Throw is a rectangle Granny style blanket that is trimmed with a beautiful Picot trim, And is light and perfect for spring. makes a great wrap as well. Skill: Easy Materials: Crochet Hook - I/ 5.50MM Yarn - Caron Cakes Yarn (4) Strawberry Kwi (10 oz.) or any Worsted Weight (4) Yarn Needle Stitches: Chain (ch) Slip Stitch (slst) Double Crochet (dc) Space (sp) Skip (sk) Special Stitch: Double Crochet Picot Cluster (dcdct) - *2dc, dc pct Cluster, 2dc, Size: Approximately 30 X 42 Inches Notes: Ch 3 counts as a dc Rounds are joined with a slst
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It's All Greek To Me C2c Blanket
"The It's All Greek to Me C2C Blanket is a statement piece graphgan blanket that is perfect for the home. It's created using the corner-to-corner technique and is suitable for intermediate level crocheters or those with experience crocheting graphgans. The ad-free PDF version of this pattern contains the full written version of the pattern and the graph/chart. Finished size: • Approximately 44” Long by 34” wide Skill Level: Intermediate Terminology: U.S. Terminology Supplies: • 6 mm hook • 1530 yards of Lion Brand ZZ Twist in White (7 balls) • 760 yards of Lion Brand ZZ Twist in Navy (4 balls) • Tapestry Needle • Scissors • Corner to Corner Blanket Graph • Ruler and Pen/Pencil (Optional but helps with keeping track of progress.)"

Warm Cool Bean Stitch Blanket
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.
