This simple baby afghan pattern is quick to crochet and is perfect for newborns of any gender. The beautiful stitch and lovely scalloped edge make this a great choice for a baby girl, but the simplicity of the design is well suited for baby boys, as well. Make it in any color to match your nursery decor!

I developed this pattern to make a baby blanket for my brother and sister-in-law who are expecting their first child. Because they are not planning to find out the gender before the baby is born, I needed to make something neutral for my future little niece or nephew, but I also wanted it to be beautiful and stylish.

Because I love the soft texture of 100% cotton yarn, I made this blanket out of Lily Sugar n' Cream yarn, but it can be worked in any worsted weight yarn in a variety of colors. The simplicity of the design allows for a great deal of versatility in the finished look and feel.

Finished blanket size: 36" x 36"

Skill level: Beginner
(You need to know how to do a chain, single crochet, and double crochet.)

Pattern is written using standard U.S. crochet terminology with step-by-step photos. It is available as an instant PDF download.

Materials needed: size H crochet hook, yarn needle, and approx 27.5 oz worsted weight yarn (Lily Sugar n' Cream yarn recommended)

You are welcome to sell any items made using this pattern, but you may not resell the pattern itself.

Feel free to contact me with any questions about the pattern at NannysLegacy [!at] gmail.com.