Discover a beautiful Christmas crochet baby blanket with the charm of the mini basketweave stitch, also known as the rice stitch. A beautifully textured two-row repeat that’s surprisingly simple to memorize.
If you love stitches that look intricate but are easy to master, this one is going to be a favorite. The woven effect it creates adds a soft, cozy texture that’s perfect for baby blankets, and once you get into the rhythm of the front and back post stitches, it works up like a dream.
Free pattern by Dana Nield from Dana Nield Designs
This mini basketweave Christmas crochet baby blanket brings the stitch to life with five festive colors, arranged in slightly uneven stripes for a playful, modern twist.
The color shifts keep the project interesting without being overwhelming, and the overall look is both cheerful and timeless. Ideal for a baby due in December or for anyone who adores holiday-inspired makes.
One of the sweetest surprises in this design is the way the stitch pattern leaves tiny pops of color, or “little dashes” peeking out at the tops and bottoms of each stripe. It’s an unexpected detail that adds so much visual interest.
The first time I changed colors and saw those accents appear, I knew this stitch-and-stripe combo was something special. You’ll get plenty of practice with front post double crochet and back post double crochet, and you’ll be amazed at how fast your confidence grows.
Whether you’re gifting this blanket for a winter baby shower or making it just for fun, this pattern is engaging, beginner-friendly, and wonderfully cozy. The texture feels plush without being heavy, and the striping gives it that classic holiday charm. I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I enjoyed designing it!
Dana Nield from Dana Nield Designs
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 14 sts x 12 rows = 4″ x 4″
Size
29″ x 34″ with border | 25″ x 30″ before border
Materials
- Caron Simply Soft Weight 4 Medium (100% Acrylic, 315yd/288m, 6oz/170g):
- 2 skeins Off White
- 2 skeins Dark Sage
- 1 skein Pistachio
- 1 skein Autumn Red
- 1 skein Strawberry
=2,205yds/2,016m, 42oz/1191g total
Supplies
Size H Crochet Hook 5.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
