10 Easy Bernat Blanket Yarn Patterns You’ll love
5. Quick & Easy Baby Blanket (Baby Gifts)
I love creating baby blankets with Bernat Blanket Yarn – they’re incredibly soft and perfect for little ones! The ideal size for a baby blanket ranges from 30″ x 30″ for newborns to 36″ x 36″ for infants up to 12 months.
Recommended Baby-Safe Stitches:
- Single crochet – creates a tight, secure fabric
- Double crochet – works up quickly while maintaining softness
- Shell stitch – adds gentle texture babies love to touch
- Granny squares – allows for playful color combinations
Pro Tips for Baby Blankets:
- Work your stitches slightly looser than usual to maintain maximum softness
- Choose light, pastel colors for a classic baby look
- Add a simple border using the same stitch pattern
- Check for any loose ends or potential snag points
The chunky texture of Bernat Blanket Yarn creates natural spaces between stitches, making these blankets wonderfully breathable. I’ve found that one skein can create a lovely 30″ x 30″ blanket using a simple double crochet stitch – perfect for a quick baby shower gift!
6. Self-Striping Trial and Pattern (Self-Striping Yarn)
I absolutely love the magic of self-striping yarn! Bernat Blanket Yarn’s self-striping varieties create stunning color transitions without any yarn changes. The yarn is dyed in specific lengths to automatically create stripes as you crochet – it’s like watching a rainbow unfold in your hands!
Here are my favorite project ideas using self-striping techniques:
- Diagonal Stripe Blanket: Work in a corner-to-corner pattern to create dramatic diagonal stripes
- Ripple Afghan: The wave pattern enhances the natural color transitions
- Simple Rectangle Scarf: Let the yarn do all the colorwork while you focus on basic stitches
Pro Tip: To maintain consistent stripe width, keep your tension steady throughout the project. I recommend working in single crochet or half double crochet stitches to showcase the color changes beautifully.
The self-striping varieties come in gorgeous colorways:
- Sunset Dreams: Warm oranges blending into pinks and purples
- Ocean Waves: Cool blues transitioning through aquas and teals
- Forest Path: Earth tones mixing with deep greens and browns
For the best striping effect, I suggest working in rows rather than rounds – this allows the colors to build up naturally in beautiful bands across your project.
