Why buy a baby shower gift when you can crochet something special and unique? I made this Crochet Criss Cross Chevron 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.
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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 want to change size.
With Color A, chain 147.
1st row: 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.
2nd row: Ch 3. 2 dc into same beg 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.
3rd row: 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.
Rep 2nd and 3rd rows until 46"
Color pattern:
- 1 - 5 rows = color A
- 6 - 8 rows = color B
- 9 - 11 rows = color C
- 12 - 14 rows = color B
- 15 - 19 rows = color A
Continue in color pattern until 46" and finish with 5 rows of color A.
Finished size = 36" x 46"
JoAnne W says
The pattern doesn't tell how many skeins of yarn to purchase, do I assume its one of each for the baby blanket?
Jeanne - The Crochet Crowd says
JoAnne, I used only one of each color.
Christine says
I'm on row 5 and my Afghan looks like a big ruffle. Is this the way the Afghan supposed to be? My mom says it doesn't look right. I really like the pattern and wanted to do it for my newborn grandson. I guess I'll just have to give up.
Mikey says
Okay... I was going to offer a thought but it sounds like you are already giving up. I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. Michael
Christine says
Ok. I really like this pattern and haven't ripped out any stiches and I haven't worked on the baby blanket since. I've been trying to find a similar pattern where I wouldn't have to rip out everything I have done with no luck. Any suggestions would help.
Brigitte says
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 [email protected] thank you
Mikey, The Crochet Crowd says
I will have Jeanne look at her pattern this week at some point. 😀
Jeanne - The Crochet Crowd says
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.
Christine says
Hi, I'm new to crocheting, so, please forgive my question on row 1. On row 1 shouldn't you skip som stitches to start forming the scallops in the Afghan or will row 2 start making it to look like it's scalloped? My Afghan so far look like it's going in a circle.
Tracy L Dudzik says
Just picked up some yarn on sale that would work wonderfully for this pattern. Looking forward to hooking it.
Jeanne - The Crochet Crowd says
I'd love to see yours when it's done. 🙂