Lacy Baby crochet blanket pattern (Free)
The lacy baby crochet blanket pattern fits perfectly between a thick and light baby blanket and is also gender-neutral.
I just love that you can make this lacy baby blanket can be made in any color of your choice. I decided to go with white and brown to match the previous bunny-inspired baby booties released a few weeks ago.
The bunny baby sleeping bag is another beautiful addition to this set.
This lacy baby blanket is perfect for all weather. Yes, despite the lace details, it keeps the baby warm even in cold weather. The pattern uses basic crochet stitches that can be mastered by any level of crocheter.
How long does it take to crochet a baby blanket?
In as much as we crochet at different speeds, making a lacy crochet blanket works up so quickly that you can complete your very first blanket within a few days.
If you are a beginner, the right way to calculate this would be – by crocheting a few rows per day. Since this soft, lacy blanket is a repeat of just basic rows, you do not need to follow the written instructions each time.
You get to master the instructions and can continue the repeats until your desired length. Bear in mind that baby crochet blankets are so fun to make, this was made within a few days.
Details in this lacy crochet blanket pattern
The beautiful edges/border of this baby blanket were designed using the fillet crochet technique. Not to worry, what this means is that the lacy part uses a combination of double crochet stand chains. This creates a beautiful look around the blanket. Plus, the beautiful lacy edging in this baby blanket adds a chic look and can be made in colors of your choice.
Baby blanket sizes
The standard baby blanket size is 36 inches by 46″ This is however not cast in stone as you can vary the size of your blanket according to different variables such as -the age of the baby, type of yarn, yarn size, the season of the year and so on.
| Types | Width (in) | Length (in) |
| Lovely | 10 | 10 |
| Security/Cuddle | 14 | 17 |
| Stroller | 30 | 35 |
| Receiving | 40 | 40 |
| Toddler | 42 | 52 |
| Swaddle | 47 | 47 |
| Crib | 45 | 60 |
| Lovely | 10 | 10 |
The lacy crochet baby blanket is a free pattern, scroll down for the details. You can also get the ad-free PDF with more photos on either Etsy or Ravelry.
More related crochet patterns here on the blog that use similar crochet stitches as with this lacy baby blanket include the Baby bonnet, crochet baby cardigan, and baby beanie pattern. All of these patterns are free and would make a perfect set.
Materials needed to make this lacy crochet baby blanket
Get all the materials needed for this lacy baby blanket right here. Yarn and Crochet Hook
This prototype was made using a DK and graded for this weight of yarn.
Stylecraft special DK, #3 light weight (100% Acrylic 322 yards/295m per 3.5 oz/100g skein)
Estimated Yardage – 1280 yards
Hook – 4 mm Crochet Hook
Gauge – 16 sts over 12 rows = 10 cm square/4” made in hdc
Difficulty – Easy
Terms – US Terminology
Pattern Notes
- Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
- Any #3 weight can be used in colors of your choice.
- If using another weight of yarn, use the measurement provided as a guide.
- Chains at the beginning of the rows do not count as a stitch.
Stitches Abbreviations
Chain – ch
Slip stitch – sl st
Double crochet – dc
Single crochet – sc
Stitch – st
Special Stitch
V stitch = dc, ch 1, dc in indicated stitch.
Dimension – 40 by 52”
Blanket Construction
This blanket is worked in rows, with no sewing required.
Adjustments
You can increase or reduce the length/dimensions of your blanket by simply increasing or decreasing your starting chains or repeats.
Instructions for this Baby Blanket
Chain 143
Row 1: Hdc in 3rd chain from hook and in each ch across, turn. 141 hdc
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in each st across, turn. 141 dc
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), skip next st, *3 dc in next st, skip next 2 sts, rep from * to the last 3 sts, skip next 2 sts, dc in last st, turn. 140 dc
Row 4: Ch 3, skip next st, *V st in next st, skip next 2 sts, rep from * to last 2 sts, skip next st, dc in last st, turn. 46 V st, 2 dc
Row 5: Ch 3, 3 dc in each ch 1 space across, dc in last st, turn. 140 dc
Rows 6 – 57: Rep Row 4 and 5
Rows 58: Ch 3, dc in each st across, turn. 140 dc
Row 59: Ch 3, 2 dc in first st, dc in each st across, turn. 141 dc
Edging
Row 1: Ch 3, (dc in next 5 sts, *ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st, rep from * 10 more times), rep () until last 5 sts, dc in last 5 sts,
Row 2: Ch 3, (dc in next 5 sts, *ch 1, skip next ch sp, dc in next st, rep from * 10 more times), rep () until last 5 sts, dc in last 5 sts,
Rows 3 – 13: Rep row 2.
Fasten off.
Join yarn with a sl st to the beginning of the foundation row.
Repeat Rows 1 – 12 as with the edging above.
Do not fasten off.
Side edging
Crocheting across the long edge, one side at a time.
This part works with a multiple of 27 + 6
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in each edge across, aim for 2 sc in each ch-sp/dc, turn. 168 sc
Rep Row 2 – 13 as with the other edge.
Fasten off.
Repeat Row 1 – 13 on the other side.
Do not fasten off.
Final edging
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, aim for 2 hdc, ch 1, 2 hdc at each corner, join with a sl st to the beginning chain.
Round 2: Ch 1, sl st around, join with a sl st to the beginning chain.
Fasten off, sew in ends.
I would love to see your beautiful makes from this lacy crochet baby blanket pattern. When you do make your own versions, do tag me on your photos.
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