Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket

Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket

Hey there, dear reader! Welcome to the Handmade Learning Here blog. Today, we’re diving into something special – a super cool pattern with a fantastic design that’ll make your eyes light up. This stitch is versatile and perfect for various projects, but let me tell you, it’s especially great for baby blankets or afghans. Introducing the Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket.

This blanket is seriously stunning! The texture is soft, and the appearance is just gorgeous. Because the stitches are tighter, your blanket ends up being extra warm. If you love crafting unique, snug treasures for your little ones or as heartfelt gifts, this pattern is a must-try. So, grab your favorite yarn and crochet hook, and let’s dive into this creative journey together!

While it might appear daunting, I can assure you that it is not; in fact, using this kind of yarn makes everything even more straightforward. The stitches you’ll be working with are the single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Mastering each stitch proves to be highly beneficial practice.

With time, this routine becomes quite rhythmic, and I genuinely enjoy the soothing quality inherent in this specific stitch pattern. The Sedge Stitch is unquestionably a classic in the realm of crochet.

You have the freedom to design your stripes in any way you prefer using the versatile Sedge Stitch pattern.

The Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket is a crochet masterpiece that seamlessly combines simplicity with elegance. The charming sedge stitch creates a lovely texture, making it a perfect choice for crafting a soft and snuggly blanket for your little bundle of joy.

Creating the Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket is not just about crafting a warm and cozy accessory; it’s about infusing your love and creativity into every stitch. Whether you’re making it for your own little one or gifting it to a friend, this handmade treasure is sure to be cherished for years to come.

So… Let’s get to the pattern!

Supplies

• Yarn – (3 skeins White, 1 skein Peony, 3 skeins Greyhound)

• Size J/6.00mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

DIMENSIONS

Final dimensions: 30 inches x 32 inches

Stitches Used

SINGLE CROCHET (SC): Insert your hook, yarn over (YO), pull up a loop, yarn over again, and pull through two loops.

HALF DOUBLE CROCHET (HDC): Yarn over, insert your hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over again, and pull through three loops.

DOUBLE CROCHET (DC): Yarn over, insert your hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over again, pull through two loops, yarn over once more, and pull through the last two loops.

ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

MC – Magic Circle

Sl St – Slip Stitch

St – Stitch

Yo – Yarn over

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS

Using gray yarn, create a foundation Chain 99.. (To adjust the size of your blanket, make sure the chain is a multiple of 3.)

Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, make a half double crochet (HDC) and a double crochet (DC). Skip the next two chains, then in the following chain, work a single crochet (SC), HDC, and DC. Skip two chains again and repeat the sequence “SC, HDC, DC” in the next chain space. Continue this pattern across until you reach the end, leaving one chain. Work 1 SC in the last chain and then turn.

Row 2: Chain one (this serves as your first SC), then make an HDC and DC into the top of the SC from the previous row. Skip over the DC and HDC, then in the next SC, perform “SC, HDC, DC.” Always look for the SC to do your “SC, HDC, DC” into. Repeat this pattern across the row, ending the last stitch with a single crochet. Chain one and turn to begin the next row.

REPEAT ROW 2 throughout the rest of the blanket.

Here’s an example of how color changes can be done: Begin with 8 rows of Greyhound, followed by 4 rows of White, 2 rows of Peony, 2 rows of White, 4 rows of Greyhound, 2 rows of White, 4 rows of Peony, 4 rows of White, 4 rows of Greyhound, 2 rows of White, 2 rows of Peony, 4 rows of White, 4 rows of Greyhound, 4 rows of White, 4 rows of Peony, 2 rows of White, 4 rows of Greyhound, 2 rows of White, 2 rows of Peony, 4 rows of White, and finally, 8 rows of Greyhound.

When switching colors in your crochet project, make sure to bring in the new color on the final single crochet (SC) of the row. Introduce the new color just before completing the stitch, while you still have two loops on your crochet hook. After that, trim the old color, leaving a tail of about six inches. You can use a tapestry needle to weave this tail into the blanket later on.

PDF VERSION

If you, the reader, prefer to have this pattern on hand for your project… Here, we have some incredible PDF materials for the Sedge Stripe Baby Blanket pattern, developed by Nicolina Brown. This available PDF was created by Daisy Farm Crafts, available on their website at daisyfarmcrafts.com, and you can access it below:

Sedge Stripes Blanket PDF

VIDEO TUTORIAL

Dear reader, here we’re providing a tutorial video for you to follow along. We want to emphasize the importance of watching the tutorial before starting your project. This way, you can create your blanket more effectively, learn new techniques, and become more familiar with the pattern. The tutorial is from the Daisy Farm Crafts YouTube channel, and you can watch it here:

So, fellow crafters, let your imagination run wild with colors and textures as you embark on this crochet adventure. The Sedge Stripes Baby Blanket is more than just a project; it’s a journey of love and creativity that you’ll always remember.

Thank you for being here with us; we’re thrilled to have you once again. We consistently showcase various new patterns for you, our valued reader. It’s truly worthwhile to explore the other patterns available on our Handmade Learning Here blog. Wishing you a fantastic day, and we look forward to your return! Take care and see you soon.

Happy crocheting!