Whimsical Colorful Cloud Motif Baby Blanket

This charming baby blanket combines delightful cloud motifs into a cozy and colorful design. Perfect for making as a gift or to snuggle up with your little one, it features easy-to-follow stitches and a playful color palette.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Medium weight (Category 4) in 5 different colors
• Crochet hook: Size H (5.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

Gauge:

8 cloud motifs = 16 inches wide x 16 inches tall (after blocking).

Cloud Motif Pattern (Make 20):

Round 1: Using your first color, make a magic loop, and into the loop, work 12 double crochets. Join with a slip stitch to the first double crochet. (12 stitches)

Round 2: Chain 2 (does not count as a stitch), and work 2 double crochets in each stitch around. Join. (24 stitches)

Round 3: Chain 2, *1 double crochet in the next stitch, 2 double crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Join. (36 stitches)

Round 4: Change to the second color. Chain 2, *1 double crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 double crochets in the next; repeat from * around. Join. (48 stitches)

Round 5: Change to the third color. Chain 2, single crochet in each stitch around. Join. (48 stitches)

Round 6: (Optional) Add a border: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around, join.

Assembling the Blanket:

Once you have completed your cloud motifs, arrange them in a visually pleasing layout (4 rows of 5 motifs). Join them using slip stitches or whip stitch:

• Place two motifs right sides together, insert your hook into both pieces, and slip stitch across the edges.
• Continue this method until all motifs are connected into a blanket.

Border:

To finish the blanket, attach your final color around the entire perimeter with single crochets. This will add a lovely finish and neatness to your work.

Finishing:

Weave in all ends and give your blanket a light steam block.

Enjoy your whimsical and cozy cloud blanket!