Boho Chic Checkered Baby Blanket - Free Pattern

Boho Chic Checkered Baby Blanket - Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to your next crochet project! This Boho Chic Checkered Baby Blanket is not only a cozy addition to any nursery but also a stylish statement piece. With its moody dark color palette and trendy checkered design, this blanket is perfect for modern decor and makes a unique, handmade gift for any new parent. Let’s dive into the materials and step-by-step instructions to help you create this beautiful blanket!

Materials Needed

• 4 skeins of worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Dark Teal
  • Charcoal
  • Deep Plum
  • Midnight Blue
• Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation Row

Using the dark teal yarn, create a foundation chain of 102 stitches (ch 102).

Row 1

In the 4th chain from the hook, make a double crochet (dc). Continue to dc in each chain across. Turn your work. (You should have 100 dc at the end of this row.)

Row 2

Chain 3 (this counts as your first dc). Now, *dc in the next 4 stitches, change to charcoal yarn, and dc in the next 5 stitches*. Repeat from * to * across the row, ending with 5 dc in dark teal. Turn your work.

Row 3

Chain 3, *dc in the next 4 stitches with dark teal, change to charcoal, and dc in the next 5 stitches*. Repeat from * to * across, ending with 5 dc in dark teal. Turn your work.

Rows 4-5

Repeat Row 3 for two more rows.

Row 6

Change to deep plum yarn, chain 3, *dc in the next 5 stitches, change to midnight blue, and dc in the next 5 stitches*. Repeat from * to * across, ending with 5 dc in deep plum. Turn your work.

Row 7

Chain 3, *dc in the next 5 stitches with deep plum, change to midnight blue, and dc in the next 5 stitches*. Repeat from * to * across, ending with 5 dc in deep plum. Turn your work.

Rows 8-9

Repeat Row 7 for two more rows.

Rows 10-45

Continue the pattern by repeating Rows 2-9, alternating color blocks every 4 rows to maintain the checkered design until you reach Row 45.

Border

Switch to charcoal yarn. Chain 1, then single crochet (sc) evenly around the entire blanket. In each corner, place 3 sc to ensure the corners are rounded. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in all ends using your tapestry needle.

Final Touches

Your finished baby blanket should measure approximately 36 inches by 40 inches. It will feature a striking checkered pattern with alternating blocks of dark teal, charcoal, deep plum, and midnight blue. The soft, textured surface created by the double crochet stitches will make it cozy and inviting. Enjoy your beautiful, handmade Boho Chic Checkered Baby Blanket!