Looking for a modern gender-neutral crochet baby blanket? If so, I’ve got the perfect free crochet baby blanket pattern for you! This simple baby blanket is made using two colors and one stitch.
It’s modern, simple, and totally gender-neutral approved. It’s also very beginner-friendly and includes a helpful stitch video tutorial.
Continue to read through some of the inspiration behind this design or scroll down for the free one-row repeat crochet baby blanket pattern.
Modern Crochet Baby Blanket
My latest free crochet pattern is the Eta Crochet Baby Blanket. It’s cozy, modern, and perfect for a little girl or boy.
This is my first crochet baby blanket pattern here on the blog and I’m so happy to be sharing this pattern with all of you. My cousin is expecting her first child and so I thought this would be the perfect time to design a cute baby inspired pattern.
Since I don’t know the gender of the baby, I really wanted to create a gender-neutral pattern. So if you’re in the same position as me, I hope this post helps you out.
I’ve also included some color options you can choose from if you decide to switch up the colors.
Suzette Stitch Baby Blanket
As I was researching what stitch I wanted to use for this crochet baby blanket. I knew one thing, I wanted the blanket to be simple, but to also have a firm, yet flowy vibe to it. Something that you could snuggle up to during the colder months, but also light enough for the warmer months.
So one thought came to mind, the Suzette Stitch. The Suzette Stitch can also be known as the lemon peel stitch. This crochet stitch is made using single crochet and double crochet. It creates a pretty, yet firm texture.
The Yarn You’ll Use for Your Simple Crochet Baby Blanket
For this crochet baby blanket, you will need 6 balls of Hobby Lobby’s Bamboo-Tiful yarn. This yarn is classified as a lightweight number 3 yarn and it’s made from cotton and viscose.
This yarn worked up beautifully for this pattern and I highly recommend it. It reminds me a lot of a blended bamboo cotton yarn. So if you’re familiar working with that yarn base, you’ll love this yarn.
A great substitute for this yarn would be Lion Brand Coboo yarn. I’ve worked a lot with this yarn for some of my crochet patterns and it literally feels the same. It almost looks identical too in my opinion.
Possible Color Options for Your Crochet Blanket
What I love most about this modern crochet baby blanket is the color choice. I think the color choice can make a huge impact when designing a crochet piece. I think the colors for this baby blanket are perfect for both a little girl or a boy.
However, here are some other options:
- Linen – Rose
- Linen – Basil
- Rose – Mustard
- White – Sea Green
- Iron – Rose
- Linen – Papaya
As you can see there is a multitude of options, ultimately it’s up to you!
How to Change the Size of Your Crochet Blanket?
You could totally change the size of this baby blanket to make a bigger version or a smaller version. All you need to do is adjust the number of chains at the beginning of the pattern.
The pattern also uses only one stitch, so it makes it very easy and adjustable. The stitch multiple is 2, so you can make it any size you want as long as you follow the multiple.
If you need help figuring out what size you want your crochet blanket to be, check out this handy crochet sizing guide post.
Other Free Patterns You Might Like
I’ve got quite a few home décor crochet patterns here on the blog. So I figured I would mentioned them here just in case you want to see them. All crochet patterns are easy and beginner-friendly!
Some of my favorites include the Shell Stitch Baby Blanket, Farmhouse Crochet Pillow, Granny Square Body Pillow, and the Circle of Friends Crochet Blanket.
- Shell Stitch Baby Blanket
- Farmhouse Crochet Pillow
- Granny Square Body Pillow
- Circle of Friends Crochet Blanket
So let’s get started with this simple crochet baby blanket! The free pattern can be found below or you can purchase the PDF pattern here.
Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Description:
Learn how to crochet a modern gender-neutral baby blanket! This free striped crochet baby blanket pattern is simple to make and uses a one-row repeat.
Materials:
4.0 mm (U.S./ size F)
4 skeins of Yarn Bee Bamboo-Tiful in the color Linen (Weight 3 / 4 oz, 257 yards), a total of 1028 yards or another light weight category 3 yarn for color A
2 skeins of Yarn Bee Bamboo-Tiful in the color Iron (Weight 3 / 4 oz, 257 yards), a total of 514 yards or another light weight category 3 yarn for color B
Darning Needle
Gauge:
16 rows x 8 stitches = 4″ square in Suzette Stitch
Abbreviations:
ch – chain: Yarn over, pull through loop on hook.
sc – single crochet: Insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through last two loops on hook.
dc – double crochet: Yarn over, insert hook into stitch and pull through, yarn over and pull through first two loops on hook, yarn over and pull through last two loops on hook.
Size of Baby Blanket:
Width: 36″ inch
Length: 36″ inch
Pattern Notes:
- Pattern written in U.S Terms.
- Pattern notes when to switch colors ( A = Linen and B = Iron).
- A video tutorial for the stitch can be found here.
- ch 1 does not count as a stitch when working the Suzette Stitch.
- Total stitches for row are indicated between ( ).
- You will add 4 tassels to your crochet blanket, 1 tassel per corner. Tassels are made using Hobby Lobby Bamboo-Tiful yarn in the color Iron. You will have enough yarn leftover from the blanket to make 4 tassels.
Pattern
With Color A, ch 132
R1: In second ch from hook, (1sc,1dc) in same chain. Skip next ch, *(1sc,1dc) in next ch, skip 1 ch. Repeat from * till last two ch. skip next ch, sc in last ch. Turn.
R2: ch 1 , (1sc, 1dc) in first stitch , skip 1 st. *(1sc,1dc) in next st, skip 1 st. Repeat from * till last two st. skip next st, sc in last st.
R3-R32: Repeat row 2
Change to color B
R33-R42: Repeat row 2
Change to color A
R43-R52: Repeat row 2
Change to color B
R53-R62: Repeat row 2
Change to color A
R63-R72: Repeat row 2
Change to color B
R73-R82: Repeat row 2
Change to color A
R83-R114: Repeat row 2
Finish off and weave in all ends.
How to Make and Add Tassels
You will need a total of 4 tassels. One for each corner of the crochet baby blanket.
Supplies:
Yarn Bee Bamboo-Tiful in the color Iron (1 ball/leftover yarn from pattern)
Small book
Scissors
Step 1:
Wrap your yarn around the book 25 times or continue wrapping if you want a chunky tassel.
Step 2:
Gently remove the wrapped yarn of the book.
Cut an additional piece of yarn and put it under the yarn that you just removed from the book ( approx. 1/2″ from the top).
Once you have the yarn underneath the bunched up yarn, you want to tie a knot to secure it. This will create a loop on top (hole).
Step 3:
Cut all the bottom loops and trim the yarn so it’s perfectly even.
Finally, cut an additional piece of string and loop it through the top of the tassel. This string is used to attach the tassel to the corners of the baby blanket.
Create a total of 4 tassels. 1 for each corner of the blanket.
Voila, you’re done!
I hope you enjoyed making this free crochet baby blanket pattern.
Leigh
Sunday 7th of April 2024
What sort of border would you suggest for someone who wants to skip the tassels? Thanks!
Nicky
Thursday 11th of April 2024
Hi there, I think either a single crochet border or a picot stitch border would look good with this blanket. I would also make it in a different color, so I would use the same color as the stripes. 😊
Justin H.
Friday 19th of January 2024
"This string is used to attach the tassel to the corners of the baby blanket. "... Ok... how? Just loop it through... something? Somewhere? Tie it off... how? I can't attach the tassels without leaving a really ugly wad in the string that "attaches" it, so I must be doing something wrong. I don't see any big holes or wads of blanket in any of your pics. I'd hate to throw this whole thing out. :(
Nicky
Monday 29th of January 2024
Hi there, thank you for your question. So yes you would want to carefully loop it through the top part of your tassel and then attach it to the very corner of your blanket. I always like to attach it to the last stitch, it makes it less noticeable. I hope that helps! 😊
Ashley
Sunday 24th of September 2023
Hi there,
I'm looking to make this blanket for my daughter. I found a 4ply bamboo wool, I'm wondering if I have to go up in Hook size to accommodate a slightly thicker wool?
Many thanks,
Nicky
Monday 25th of September 2023
Hi there, yes I would recommend making a gauge swatch to make sure that you get the same amount of stitches and rows. You might have to go up a hook size since the yarn is a bit thicker. So I definitely would make a gauge swatch and see if you like the results. 😊
Mary Perschbacher
Monday 21st of March 2022
That will maybe help with the amount of yarn, but What kind of stitches do I use that do not take a lot of yarn? Mary Perschbacher
Nicky
Monday 21st of March 2022
Hello, the stitch used for this blanket is the Suzette Stitch. I personally don't think it takes up to much yarn. I would recommend it for a blanket.
Mary Perschbacher
Monday 21st of March 2022
On this Suzette Striped Crochet Baby Blanket, can it be made with Bulky #6 wt. yarn? If so I much yarn would I need for a Throw size 48" X 60". I have a Caron Anniversary Cake that has 1061 Yards, it is a Bulky ^ wt. yarn that I am trying to find a pattern for. But I would like to make it the size of a Throw. But I also do NOT want it with a lot of Big Holes. If you have any ideas I would really appreciate it. Thank you, Mary
Nicky
Sunday 27th of March 2022
Hi there, I personally haven't made this blanket pattern with a bulky weight yarn, so I'm not sure how much yarn you would need. However, I definitely think you can use a bulky weight yarn for this pattern, just make sure to adjust the hooks size. I did just release a chunky blanket pattern that uses this stitch, all go ahead and link it down below so you can see what it looks like. It might be a good one to make for the yarn that you have on hand. 😊 https://jewelsandjones.com/easy-chunky-crochet-blanket-free-pattern/