One of my favorite crochet projects to work on is the humble and sweet baby blanket. Not only are baby blankets adorable, they're also super quick and easy to make. Also, they mean the world to the parents who receive your beautiful gift and will likely treasure it for years to come. This Cross-Over stitch blanket is super easy to make and like many of my patterns, once you get started, you can practically make it with your eyes closed.
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How To Crochet A Moss Stitch Baby Blanket
Learn how to crochet a moss stitch baby blanket with this free pattern and video tutorial. Design your own pattern once you learn how to master the crochet moss stitch. This stitch consists of a single crochet and chain stitch. This pattern is perfect for a beginner at crochet. When I am at a baby shower and the soon-to-be-mama opens up a handmade baby gift, it always seems like everyone wants to see it held up, so we can all look at the beauty. This handmade blanket is a treasure that will last for years. What a great feeling that gives us handmade creators. This is one of my favorite stitch patterns to use and it makes such a beautiful gift for an expecting mother.
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Rock The Block Blanket
This specific block stitch has so many names that I am just calling it the Rock the Block Blanket. You will also hear it called the grid stitch, boucan stitch, leaping stripes and many more… but essentially, it is one of many different types of block stitch. In this pattern I show you how to work up this fun stitch and give you the pattern to work up this fun blanket in any size you want!
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Colorful Block Stitch Crochet Baby Afghan
This Colorful Block Stitch Crochet Baby Afghan is sure to keep any newborn warm and cozy. Made with alternating granny square blocks and soft yarn, this crochet blanket pattern will come together sooner than you think! Once completed, you can easily your crochet blanket as a playtime mat, a cute nursery decoration, or even a cool baby shower gift. Either way, this adorable crochet blanket will be a pleasure to make and enjoy once finished. Why not learn how the block stitch works in this adorable easy-to-make pattern?

Little Ripple Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern
"Blankets are a necessary part of life. So, you might as well have one you like. The little ripple crochet baby blanket is sweet and simple. It would be a great present for a newborn. Baby blankets are often the first object a baby touches. They get swaddled up in one right after they're born. For this reason, I always recommend making easy crochet baby blankets for hospitals to keep on hand. Crochet baby blanket patterns come in so many different designs and styles. They usually come in a standard baby blanket size and similar color palettes. The baby blanket dimensions could easily be changed to suit your needs."

Block Stitch Baby Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
The Block Stitch is the perfect stitch for every single crocheter (even beginner) to learn, as it is a fairly easy stitch to learn and creates a colorful and unique design. The Block Stitch is a unique crochet pattern which creates a multi colored checkered fabric. Though the stitch is being ideal for blankets, it s actually much more versatile than that. The photos below show the uses in different projects. Any yarn can be used for this stitch. Ready to learn? Check out the Block Stitch Free Crochet Patterns below.
