Baby Afghans

Discover the best crochet baby blanket patterns in this selection of crochet patterns for the nursery and find your next favorite pattern. Baby blankets are a dual-threat – they’re essential for keeping babies warm and cozy, but they’re also great decorative pieces for the nursery, too!

Crochet baby blankets are a great way to try out a blanket pattern without fully commiting to a large afghan.  Try making one of these baby afghans as a baby shower gift – the little one will love it!

Choose from quick, simple stitches to more complex designs, from crochet ripple patterns and other designs to cables stitches. You can even make some round baby blankets or tiny, precious loveys (a lovey, for those not in the know, is a baby blanket with an animigurumi figure).

Pastel Dreams Babyghan

By ,,,, from the December 2015 issue

Use up those colored scraps with one of the very first weaving techniques we learn as children – braids! The six strands in each braid are knotted at the ends while extended single crochet stitches around the braided yarn lock the bright colors to the blanket and create a faux spike stitch that fuses the colors together seamlessly.

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Garden Arches Babyghan

By ,,,, from the June 2015 issue

This vibrant blanket is the perfect breath of fresh summer air. It’s worked in quick motifs – make it a baby blanket, as shown, or go as big as you like and add more squares with the easy join-as-you-go rounds! A simple textured border adds the perfect finishing touch.

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Tilted Lace Baby Blanket

By ,,,, from the April 2015 issue

Nothing is more fitting for a delicate newborn than a delicate, lacy baby blanket. Made using size 5 crochet thread, the Tilted Lace Baby Blanket uses cluster and puff stitches and a mix of baby blues and pinks to create a gentle, textured blanket.

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Modern Stripes Babyghan

By ,,,, from the April 2015 issue

Beginners rejoice – this babyghan pattern is perfect for all skill levels. Utilizing just two simple stitches and alternating colors, this baby blanket works up quickly and makes for a perfect gift for any newborn. Switch up the colors to create a different gender neutral design, or go towards blues and pinks for your typical baby blanket.

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