Ocean Waves Blanket

Description

There is nothing quite as comforting as watching a beautiful ripple pattern come to life right in your lap, and I promise you, this lovely blanket is much easier to make than it looks! We use a classic combination of standard double crochets and simple decreases to create those gorgeous, flowing waves. If you can stitch a row and count to three, you have all the skills you need to master this project. It is a wonderfully relaxing, repetitive pattern that will help you find your crocheting groove and build your confidence with every single row.

This blanket is the perfect size to use as a cozy lapghan for chilly evenings on the porch, or as a precious, durable baby blanket for the newest little blessing in your family. Because it uses four lovely, beach-inspired colors, it makes a truly spectacular, heartfelt gift for baby showers, birthdays, or housewarmings. Every time someone curls up beneath these waves, they will feel the love and care you stitched into every single inch.

What’s Included

• Written Instructions: Clear, row-by-row guidance including instructions for a standard foundation chain of 172 stitches, with an easy-to-repeat row structure so you can keep going until you reach your perfect length.

• Special Techniques Explained: Step-by-step breakdown of the double crochet two together (dc2tog) stitch used to create the beautiful valleys of your waves.

• Photos Included: Full-color inspiration images of the finished project to guide your eyes as you stitch.

• Finishing Tips: Helpful notes on changing colors smoothly every 4 rows, fastening off cleanly, and securely weaving in your yarn ends.

• US/UK Conversion Chart: A handy reference guide to easily translate the stitches if you are used to UK terminology.

Pattern Details

• Difficulty: Easy

• Finished size: 43″ (109.2 cm) by 45″ (114.3 cm) — ideal for a baby blanket or lapghan

• Hook size(s): US Size 7 (4.5 mm) and H/8 (5 mm)

• Yarn weight: DK weight (Featured: Darn Good Yarn Ocean Kit — 3 skeins each of light blue, medium blue, and dark blue, and 1½ skeins of sand)

• Gauge: 15 sts by 8 rows = 4″ (10 cm)

• Written in: US Crochet Terms (with UK conversion chart included)

I just know you are going to fall in love with making this blanket! While I chose these lovely, coastal blues and sandy tones to mimic the seashore, you can absolutely make this your own by picking colors that match a nursery or a favorite living room sofa.

This is a PDF digital download. No physical item will be shipped. Once purchased, the pattern is yours to keep forever.