Criss Cross Chevron Baby Blanket
Why buy a baby shower gift when you can crochet something special and unique? I made this baby blanket for a co-worker who is soon to have a baby girl. I was so attracted to the soft-look of Caron Jumbo Rosewood, then highlighted it with 2 neutral shades.
Criss Cross Chevron Baby Blanket
by Jeanne Steinhilber
5.5mm Crochet Hook I
- Color A – Caron One Pound Lace
- Color B – Caron Jumbo Rosewood
- Color C – Caron One Pound Off White
- Crochet Hook I 5.5mm
- Yarn Needle
Finished Size – 36″ x 46″
This pattern is worked in multiples of 24 + 3 if you would like to change size.
With Color A, chain 147.
Row 1 – 2 dc in 4th chain from hook, *dc in next 8 chains, [dc3tog in next 3 chains] twice, dc in next 8 chains, [3 dc in next chain] twice. Repeat * to end, 3 dc into last chain. Turn.
Row 2 – Ch 3, 2 dc into same stitch. *[skip next dc, dc into next stitch, cross back and dc into the skipped stitch (criss cross)] 4 times, [dc3tog] twice, [skip next dc, dc into next stitch, cross back and dc into the skipped stitch (criss cross)] 4 times, [3 dc into next stitch] twice. Repeat * to end, 3 dc into last stitch. Turn.
Row 3 – Ch 3, 2 dc into same stitch. *dc into next 8 stitches, [dc3tog] twice, dc into next 8 stitches, [3 dc into next stitch] twice. Repeat * to end, 3 dc into last stitch. Turn.
Repeat alternating rows 2 and 3.
Color pattern:
- 1 – 5 = color A
- 6 – 8 = color B
- 9 – 11 = color C
- 12 – 14 = color B
- 15 – 19 = color A
Continue in color pattern until 46″ and you finish off with 5 rows of color A.
Finished size = 36″ x 46″
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I have a question about the instructions on row 2. Shouldn’t the dc3tog be on top of each other? Also the 3dc in the same stitch. Mine is buckling with the two on top of each other. I just want to make sure it comes out right. Love the pattern!! Thank you in advance!
Hi Wendy,
In the chevron patterns each row is a bit “off” from the one below it b/c you add extra stitches with the 3tog’s. It may drive you a bit crazy(it does me:)), but it is ok. As for your dc3tog, you may be crocheting them a little too tight or too loose. Try playing with your tension when you dc3tog and see if that helps. I had to loosen my stitches up b/c I crochet a bit tight. Hope this helps. Good luck!!
Is there a way to post pictures? I am making this with Rose instead of lace and Bernat Natural instead of Caron Off White and is coming out gorgeous! I love this pattern.
Yeah you can post pictures to our Facebook Page. We don’t have any uploading on our website protect ourselves from being hacked.
The pattern doesn’t tell how many skeins of yarn to purchase, do I assume its one of each for the baby blanket?
JoAnne, I used only one of each color.
Hi there I love love the criss cross baby blanket and it beautiful vintage look I just bought the yarn and was wondering how I can make it as a regular size afghan instead of a baby blanket size. Would very much appreciate your input. Kind regards Brigitte you can reach me at brigida-b@hotmail.com thank you
I will have Jeanne look at her pattern this week at some point. 😀
Brigitte, mine was 36″ width and worked in multiples of 24 + 3. So just keep adding 24 more until you get to the width you prefer.
Just picked up some yarn on sale that would work wonderfully for this pattern. Looking forward to hooking it.
I’d love to see yours when it’s done. 🙂