The triple crochet cross-stitch baby blanket pattern works up quickly and easily, making it a great addition to any baby shower gift set. It is perfect for both genders and can be customized in colors from a solid color, as shown, to bright and lively stripes.

I chose a sport-weight yarn, which, in combination with the triple crochet cross stitch, creates a light and breathable blanket, perfect for year-round use. The soft drape makes it a cozy and comforting blanket for toddlers and older children alike.

The stitches are tall and create a lovely lace, perfect for memorable photo shoots and other special events.

Warning: While perfect for adding a layer of warmth during photo shoots, big stitches like this can become a hazard for those little fingers and toes if they become tangled. Therefore, it is advised not to leave the baby unattended with this blanket.

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The pattern includes a stitch multiple, making it easy to adjust the width and length as needed. Therefore, it is also easy to substitute with your favorite yarn and hook size, as you can easily make adjustments to your starting chains.

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Another lightweight blanket that is ideal for year-round use and both genders is this single color crochet baby blanket pattern with the blossom stitch. It too, features a lovely open stitch that results in a light and breezy fabric.

For something a bit more solid, but still pretty enough to gift at a baby shower, this fan stitch crochet blanket is nice. For something striped that can be customized for both genders, this crochet striped baby blanket is a good choice.

You might also enjoy this moss stitch crochet blanket, which is worked in a super bulky yarn and can be used on the floor as a mat during playtime.

Crocheted baby blanket draped over a stool.

Triple Crochet Cross Stitch Baby Blanket

Create a beautiful crocheted blanket using the triple crochet cross stitch. Its lightweight design, soft drape, and gender-neutral stitch pattern make it perfect for toddlers and older children.

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Skill Level

Easy

Materials

Yarn: Bernat Baby Sport (Light, #3; 100% acrylic; 280g/9.8oz; 1004yds/918m) Color: Baby Blue, 1 ball
Crochet Hook: G 4.00mm
Tools: Measuring Tape, Scissors, Yarn Needle.

Measurements

Gauge: 12 sts and 5 rows = 4".
Finished Size: 36" by 36".

Crochet Abbreviations

Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
Rep = Repeat
Sc = Single Crochet
Sk = Skip
Sl St = Slip Stitch
St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
Tr = Triple Crochet

Pattern Instructions

Ch 111, or any multiple of 2 +1.
Row 1: Tr in 4th ch from hook (skipped chs do not count as st), tr in next ch, *sk next ch, tr in next ch, tr in skipped ch; rep from * across to the last 2 chs, tr in the last 2 chs. Turn. [110 sts]
Row 2: Ch 3 (does not count as st), tr in first 2 sts, *sk next st, tr in next st, tr in skipped st; rep from * across to the last 2 sts, tr in the last 2 sts. Turn. [110 sts]
Rows 3-45: Rep Row 2. [110 sts]