Simple Swaddle Blanket
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Simple Swaddle Blanket

by Guest·October 28, 2026·crochet·blanket
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Simple Swaddle Blanket

A soft, rectangular blanket, perfect for wrapping a newborn or as a portable car seat cover.

Materials

  • Worsted weight (Category 4) acrylic yarn, 400 yards
  • 5.0 mm (H-8 US) crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors
  • Gauge: 16 sts × 18 rounds / 10 cm
  • Finished Size: Size varies with gauge and rounds worked.

Abbreviations

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • st(s): stitch(es)
  • rep: repeat
  • yo: yarn over

Pattern Instructions

Foundation

Ch 31.

Body

Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sts) Rnd 2-10: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sts)

Assembly / Finishing

Fasten off, weave in all loose ends with a tapestry needle. Block gently if desired to achieve final shape and drape.

Tips

Remember to crochet a gauge swatch before you begin to ensure your blanket will be the correct size. To adjust the width of the blanket, add or subtract stitches from the starting chain. To adjust the length, add or subtract rows from the body section.

Pattern by YarnCro · yarncro.com

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