Free Puzzle Blocks Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Free Puzzle Blocks Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Create a beautiful, colorful baby blanket with this Free Puzzle Blocks Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern. Featuring geometric crochet motifs in coordinating pink and white shades, this blanket is a lovely handmade project for a nursery, baby shower gift, or cozy everyday use.
The blanket is made from 36 individual crochet motifs that are joined together and finished with a decorative edging.
Materials
Yarn: Bernat Baby Coordinates (140 g / 5 oz)
- Contrast A: 2 balls – Sweet Pink (48412)
- Contrast B: 1 ball – Dark Pink
- Contrast C: 1 ball – White (48005)
Crochet Hook: Size 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
Measurements
Finished Size: Approx 36" [91.5 cm] square.
Gauge
One Motif = 5¾" [14.5 cm] square.
Crochet Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Description |
|---|---|
| A, B, C, etc. | Color A, Color B, Color C, etc. |
| beg | beginning |
| bet | between |
| blk | block |
| Bpdc | back post double crochet |
| ch(s) | chain(s) |
| cm | centimeter(s) |
| dec | decrease |
| dc | double crochet |
| dc2tog | double crochet two stitches together |
| dtr | double treble |
| Fsc | Foundation single crochet |
| Fpdc | front post double crochet |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| hdc2tog | half double crochet two stitches together |
| inc | increase |
| mm | millimeter(s) |
| pm | place (stitch) marker |
| rep | repeat |
| RS | right side |
| sc | single crochet |
| sc2tog | single crochet two stitches together |
| sk | skip |
| sl | slip |
| sp | space |
| st | stitch(es) |
| tr | treble |
| tr2tog | treble crochet two stitches together |
| WS | wrong side |
| yo | yarn over |
| * or ** | repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated |
| [ ] | work directions in brackets the number of times indicated |
Free Puzzle Blocks Crochet Blanket Instructions
All Versions
Motif (Make 36)
Note: Ch 3 at beg of row counts as dc throughout.
Starting Chain: With B, ch 6.
1st row: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook. 1 dc in each of next 2 ch. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 3. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. 4 dc in loop made by turning ch of previous row. Turn. 7 dc.
3rd row: Ch 3. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. (2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in next dc. 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Join A. Turn.
4th row: With A, ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). Miss next dc. 3 dc in next dc. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. Ch 1. Miss next 2 dc. 3 dc in next dc. Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn.
5th row: Ch 3. 1 dc in first ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 1 dc in 4th ch of turning ch. 1 dc in 3rd ch of turning ch. Turn.
6th row: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). (3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) twice. Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in last dc. Join C. Turn.
7th row: With C, ch 3. 1 dc in first ch-1 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) twice. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) twice. Ch 1. 1 dc in 4th ch of turning ch. 1 dc in 3rd ch of turning ch. Join B. Turn.
8th row: With B, ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). (3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) 3 times. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in last dc. Join C. Turn.
9th row: With C, ch 3. 1 dc in first ch-1 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. Ch 1. 1 dc in 4th ch of turning ch. 1 dc in 3rd ch of turning ch. Join A. Turn.
10th row: With A, ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). (3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) 4 times. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 4 times. Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc in last dc. Turn.
11th row: Ch 3. 1 dc in first ch-1 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 4 times. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in corner ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 4 times. Ch 1. 1 dc in 4th ch of turning ch. 1 dc in 3rd ch of turning ch. Fasten off.
Finishing
Following diagram for Version I, II or III, assemble Motifs as desired.
Edging
1st rnd: (RS). Join C with sl st in any corner ch-2 sp of Blanket. Ch 1. 3 sc in same sp. (Work 22 sc across side of next 6 Motifs. 3 sc in next corner) 3 times. Work 22 sc across side of next 6 Motifs. Join with sl st to first sc. 540 sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 3. 1 dc in same sc as last sl st. *Miss next 2 sc. (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 dc) in next sc. Rep from * around, ending with miss last 2 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.
Completed Puzzle Blocks Crochet Baby Blanket
Your Puzzle Blocks Crochet Baby Blanket is complete! The colorful motifs and decorative edging create a charming geometric design that makes this handmade blanket a beautiful addition to a baby's nursery.
Enjoy creating this cozy crochet project and experimenting with different motif arrangements to make your blanket unique.
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