Wrap your baby in cozy textures and vibrant hues with this baby afghan crochet pattern by Elizabeth Mareno! Whether you’re looking for a unique handmade gift or a warm, beautiful nursery accessory for your child, this project is definitely one to consider!
What Makes This Pattern Stand Out
The Irish Weave is an interesting stitch idea for a highly textured, thick, and pliant crocheted fabric that nevertheless has an airy appearance. It’s quite the combo!
The weave works very well with alternating bands of colors, but would equally well complement a monochrome project. It’s a great idea and something quite different from run-of-the-mill blanket designs.
Materials to Gather Before You Start
For making this striped crochet baby blanket, Yarn Bee Soft Secret was used. If you want to apply a different yarn, just make sure it’s light worsted or DK weight. Pair it with a 4 mm crochet hook and prepare a large eye needle for weaving ends.
Irish Wave Stitch – Video Tutorial
To make things easy for you, the designer created a step-by-step guide explaining how to crochet the Irish Wave Stitch. Check it out below!
Customize the Yarn Colors
How do you like the rainbowy look of the showcased project seen above? Personally, I love it! There is something about colorful baby items that makes them extra cute. Of course, this doesn’t mean that a rainbow colorway is the only right choice. Feel free to experiment with any other shade palette you want to create your own unique blanket look.
Bonus Scarf Pattern Instructions
I haven’t told you yet the best part about this pattern. Do you happen to need a new wrap in your closet? Now you can have both a beautiful baby blanket and a stylish crochet scarf using just one pattern!
The designer included instructions for making an elegantly textured wrap that you can turn into any length you want. A definite must-try!
