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Soft Chevron Baby Blanket with Satin Ribbon Border
The blanket shown in the image features a beautiful raised chevron (wave) texture, wide ribbed side panels, a delicate scalloped white edging, and a woven satin ribbon that gives it an elegant baby gift appearance. This pattern recreates a similar look while allowing you to customize the size and colors.
Pattern Information
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 30 x 36 inches (76 x 91 cm)
Yarn Weight: Bulky (Weight #5) or Plush Baby Yarn
Main Color (MC): Baby Blue
Contrast Color (CC): White
Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K)
Materials
- 6–8 skeins Baby Blue plush yarn
- 1 skein White plush yarn
- 6.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- 1½-inch satin ribbon (optional)
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st – stitch
- rep – repeat
- sk – skip
- RS – right side
Blanket Construction
The blanket is made in three sections:
- Left ribbed panel
- Center textured chevron panel
- Bottom ribbed border
- White scalloped edging
- Satin ribbon woven through the border
Foundation Chain
Chain 126.
(Adjust by multiples of 12 + 6 if making another size.)
Row 1
Work 1 dc into the 4th chain from hook.
Dc across.
Turn.
Textured Chevron Pattern
Row 2
Ch 2.
Work:
- dc in next 5 sts
- dc3tog
- dc in next 5 sts
- 3 dc in next st
Repeat across.
Turn.
Row 3
Ch 2.
Dc in every stitch following the increases and decreases from previous row.
Turn.
Repeat Rows 2–3 until blanket reaches desired length.
Ribbed Side Panel
Join yarn to one side.
Chain 11.
Row 1
Starting in second chain:
sc across.
Slip stitch into next 2 blanket stitches.
Turn.
Row 2
Working in back loops only,
sc across.
Turn.
Repeat Rows 1–2 around the side.
This creates the soft vertical ribbing visible in the photograph.
Repeat for opposite side.
Bottom Ribbed Border
Using the same ribbing method,
work across the lower edge until complete.
White Scalloped Edge
Join White yarn.
Round 1
sc evenly around blanket.
Join.
Round 2
Skip one stitch.
Work:
(5 dc in next stitch)
Skip one stitch.
sc in next.
Repeat around.
Join with slip stitch.
Fasten off.
Satin Ribbon
Using a yarn needle,
weave a satin ribbon through the spaces between the ribbed border and the textured center.
Tie into a decorative bow.
Suggested Size Adjustments
| Blanket Type | Finished Size |
|---|---|
| Lovey | 18 × 18 in |
| Receiving Blanket | 30 × 36 in |
| Baby Blanket | 36 × 40 in |
| Toddler Throw | 40 × 50 in |
Color Ideas
- Baby Blue & White (pictured)
- Blush Pink & Cream
- Sage & Ivory
- Lavender & White
- Mint & Soft Grey
- Beige & Ivory
Helpful Tips
- Use plush baby yarn for the soft, luxurious texture.
- Keep your tension even to maintain the chevron definition.
- Block the blanket lightly before weaving the ribbon.
- Satin ribbon is decorative only—remove it before leaving the blanket unattended with an infant.
Finished Look
The finished blanket features elegant raised chevron waves across the center, cozy ribbed borders on the sides and bottom, a delicate white scalloped edging, and a woven satin ribbon that makes it ideal for baby showers, christenings, or as a treasured handmade gift.
