"This blanket combines a quilting-inspired layout with 5 variations on the classic granny square pattern."

"The Arcade Waffle Crochet Blanket is a combination of two beautiful stitches. The raised texture of the waffle stitch is balanced by the stunning look of an arcade stitch border. A while ago I figured out how to turn the arcade stitch into a blanket border. I just loved how it looked, but sadly it required a complex stitch count and would not work on many blankets. You need a stitch count of 6+3 on each side for the blanket for the border to work."

"This soft and sweet textured velvet crochet blanket feels like it should be used in an expensive hotel SPA. Use modern crochet stitches paired with Bernat Baby Velvet yarn to crochet this luxurious throw. Soft and Squishy Afghan The combination of front post double crochet and back post double crochet paired with this silky yarn create a soft and squishy Afghan. When my daughter ran her hands across this blanket, she snuggled her face against the yarn. She said the fluffy and soft blanket was the plushest feeling one yet. We think it is because of the added texture created by the crochet stitches and the fluffy yarn. Pair this bulky yarn with the right stitch and you have a winner. The pattern is a two-row repeat consisting of a row of single crochet, which ads a bit of stability to the entire project. The next row uses a special stitch pattern alternating the front post double crochet and back post double crochet stitches."

This blue skies granny squares baby blanket uses three complimenting colors for this lovely little blanket. Finish the look with an easy crochet border. I love making granny squares. Twenty Granny Squares to a Beautiful Baby Blanket This entire blanket is made from granny squares that use two different colors. The first color is worked for the first four rounds. The second color is worked for two rounds. There are ten of each granny square for a total of 20 squares. On the Go Pattern A granny square pattern can be worked on just about anywhere. They are small enough to stash inside a pretty bag with the yarn and your crochet supplies. Then when you have enough made, just seam them together. The granny square is one of the most easy and versatile crochet patterns around.

"This adorable hippo lovey is a simple pattern that uses basic shapes and stitches. I sold these at my first craft fair a few months ago and they were a big hit, plus they're quick to work up. Unlike most loveys that crochet the blanket part and the plushie part separately and seam them together, I wanted to work the head and blanket in one piece and eliminate that extra step. I also found that it made the join much more secure since you never break the yarn. "

"The Tea Time Picnic Blanket is an easy, beginner friendly pattern for a crocheted picnic blanket. It can be also be used as a throw for the couch or a pretty bedspread. This pattern is worked in the round. It uses two coordinating colours and a pretty fringed border to add a delicate feminine touch. It is made with a 5.5mm crochet hook and uses Caron Cotton Cakes, but you can substitute any worsted weight yarn for this project. "

"I went with blues and taupe for a beachy feel, something I have been craving during this cold. But you can use as many or few colors as you like to create your own custom palette. And when you carry the yarn along the side, covering it up later with the border, you don't end up with a ton of ends to weave in either! Shown in the pattern is the throw size, but stitch and row counts are included for Baby to California King!"

"While some color block blankets are slow and tedious, this crochet blanket uses a beautiful stitch pattern that works up quickly. Whether you use bold colors or choose to go with muted hues, this blanket is sure to be a show-stopper. Give this blanket as a gift to expectant mothers or make it for your kids. It's going to be a go-to blanket crochet pattern for years to come! Blanket measures 30 x 40 inches."

"The Flower Meadow Blanket is a beautifully textured square blanket made with simple stitches and a gorgeous flower edge detail! Main body of the blanket is the simple Moss/Linen stitch and the flowers are crocheted directly into your blanket - no sewing required! Approximate finished size: 42” x 42” square Make the blanket to any size just by repeating your 1 row repeat! You could also skip the flowers altogether and make a beautifully simple blanket in the Moss/Linen stitch."