Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

Easy Round Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern 2025

ByEmila Lorein

Hey there, crafty friends! Are you ready to snuggle up with a brand new crochet project? I have the perfect thing for you: a beautiful “Round and Round Baby Blanket”! This pattern is so simple and sweet, it’s great for beginners, but experienced crocheters will enjoy the relaxing rhythm of it too.

Imagine wrapping a tiny little one in a soft, handmade blanket, stitched with love. This blanket’s gorgeous design creates a stunning spiral effect, and the Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Prints will give it the cutest color palette! Whether you’re making a gift for a new baby or just want a lovely lap blanket, this is a project you’ll treasure.

In this post, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the entire process. I promise, even if you’re new to crochet, you can totally do this! So grab your hook, your yarn, and let’s get started!

Why You’ll Love This Pattern:

Easy Round Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern 2025
  • Beginner-Friendly: This pattern uses basic crochet stitches and is easy to memorize.
  • Customizable: You can easily adjust the size of the blanket by adding more rounds.
  • Perfect Gift: A handmade baby blanket is a thoughtful and cherished gift.
  • Relaxing Project: The repetitive nature of the pattern makes it a great project to unwind with.
  • Stunning Design: The round-and-round construction creates a beautiful spiral effect.

Materials You’ll Need:

  • Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Prints. 5 balls in Misty Forest (or your favorite colors!)
  • Crochet Hook: US G/6 (4mm)
  • Scissors
  • Large-Eyed Needle: for weaving in ends.

Yarn Details

Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Prints is exclusively available at lovecrafts.com

  • 13/4oz/50g balls of Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Prints
  • 5 balls in Misty Forest

Gauge (Tension):

  • 13 stitches and 13 rows should make a 4in/10cm square. This is important to ensure your blanket comes out the right size. Don’t worry if your gauge isn’t exact!

Stitch Guide (US Terms with UK in Brackets)

  • ch = chain
  • hdc (htr) = half double crochet (UK: half treble)
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sp = space
  • rep = repeat
Easy Round Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern 2025

Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions

Round 1: Starting the Magic Ring

  1. Chain 4, then join with a sl st to form a ring.
  2. Ch 2 (counts as first hdc).
  3. Work 2 hdc into the ring.
  4. [Ch 2, 3 hdc] into the ring 3 times.
  5. Sl st to the top of the starting ch-2 to close.
    • You should have 4 clusters of 3 hdc, each separated by a ch-2 space.

Round 2: Building the Corners

  1. Ch 2, work 2 hdc into the first ch-2 sp.
  2. In each of the next 3 ch-2 sps, work:
    • (3 hdc, ch 2, 3 hdc)
  3. In the last ch-2 sp, work 3 hdc, then ch 2.
  4. Sl st to the top of the starting ch-2 to close.

Round 3: Expanding the Rounds

  1. Ch 2, work 2 hdc into the first ch-2 sp.
  2. Between the next 3 hdc groups, work 3 hdc.
  3. At each corner (ch-2 sp), work (3 hdc, ch 2, 3 hdc).
  4. Repeat around, then sl st to close.

Round 4 & Beyond: Repeating the Pattern

  • Round 4 sets the pattern—simply repeat it until your blanket reaches 23.5 inches (60 cm).
  • Tip: To keep track, place a stitch marker at the beginning of each round.

Finishing

Gently block if needed (though this yarn is soft and lays flat naturally).

Once your blanket is the right size, fasten off and weave in all ends with your yarn needle.

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