The 7-Hour Soft Baby Blanket is the perfect combination of quick, cozy, and heartfelt. Imagine a newborn snuggled in their bassinet. Wrapped in the softness of something you lovingly made.
Designed to work up quickly, this blanket makes a wonderful baby shower gift, a thoughtful surprise for a new mom, or a keepsake to treasure for years.
This pattern uses the double crochet stitch, giving it a simple yet beautiful texture while making it a speedy project.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
The rhythmic repetition of stitches means that once you get past the first row, the rest flows effortlessly with minimal counting. Whether you drape it over a car seat, stroller, or crib, this blanket is as practical as it is charming.
Perfect for confident beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, the pattern includes sizing for a variety of uses—from a 20 x 20-inch lovey blanket to a 36 x 48-inch toddler blanket or lapghan. The featured size, a 22 x 25-inch bassinet blanket, is ideal for newborn snuggles.
The #5 bulky Lion Brand Baby Soft Boucle yarn ensures a plush, cloud-like finish that feels gentle against delicate skin.
With its fast working time and timeless design, the 7-Hour Crochet Soft Bassinet Blanket is a must-have pattern for your handmade repertoire.
Choose a classic neutral for a modern nursery, or crochet it in the expecting mother’s favorite color for a gift that’s both personal and practical. Either way, you’ll have a beautiful blanket ready in less than a day.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 13 stitches per 4 inches.
Size
The finished size is approximately 22 inches wide X 25 inches long.
- Lovey Blanket 20 x 20 inches.
- Bassinet Blanket 22 X 25 inches. (Shown)
- Square Baby Blanket 31 X 31 inches.
- Toddler Blanket or Lapghan 36 X 48 inches.
Materials
Lion Brand Yarn Baby Soft Boucle, which is a #5 bulky yarn, 120 yards each skein.
I made this blanket in two colors. Each Blanket uses 3 skeins or 360 yards.
- Sprout Baby Soft Boucle 3 skeins or 360 yards
- Candy Pink Baby Soft Boucle 3 skeins or 360 yards
Other Suggested Sizes
- Lovey Blanket 20 x 20 inches. Starting chain will be about 66-76 chain stitches. Plan on about 300 yards of yarn.
- Bassinet Blanket 22 X 25 inches. (Shown) Starting chain 60 chain stitches. Plan on approximately 360 yards of yarn.
- Square Baby Blanket 31 X 31 inches. The beginning chain will be about 90-100 chain stitches. Plan on about 700 yards of yarn.
- Toddler Blanket or Lapghan 36 X 48 inches. Starting Chain is about 116-120 chain stitches. Plan on about 1,300 yards of yarn.
Supplies
Size J Crochet Hook 6.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
