15 Easy Knitted Baby Blanket Patterns
15 Easy Knitted Blanket Patterns For Babies
A knitted baby blanket is often a treasured keepsake for a little one, which is why I am sharing my latest roundup of 15 Easy Knitted Baby Blanket Patterns with you!
These projects are not only lovely gifts but they are also a wonderful way for knitters to practice their skills and feel the satisfaction of creating something beautiful and useful.
The classic look and cozy feel of a handmade blanket make them a popular choice for gifts or for welcoming a new baby into the world.
I have gathered patterns that focus on being easy and fun to make. You will find patterns that use just knit and purl stitches to create a wonderful texture, which is perfect for new knitters.
The goal of this roundup is to help you find your next project quickly and easily, without having to search through many different places.
This curated list is for every knitter, no matter your experience level. If you are a beginner, these patterns are a great place to start.
For experienced knitters, these projects are perfect for a relaxing and quick make. The patterns are from many different designers, so you get to see a wide variety of styles and ideas.
Whether you are looking for a simple, timeless design or a blanket with a special pattern, you will find something here to spark your creativity.
From a chunky blanket that knits up fast to a design with hearts and stars, there is something for everyone. We want to make it easy for you to find the perfect knitted baby blanket to start making today.
Making a blanket for a baby or for a charity is a rewarding project. Many of the blankets in this collection are simple but have a lot of style, making them a great choice for any little one.
We hope this roundup helps you find exactly what you are looking for!
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Discover Beginner Friendly Knitted Baby Blanket Patterns Below
I have patterns for every kind of blanket you could want.
You will find patterns for a chunky blanket that is very easy to make, as well as a more advanced one with a cable design.
There is even a pattern for a blanket that has hearts and stars knitted into it, which is perfect for a special gift.
Every pattern in this list is presented with important details to help you choose the right one. You will find information like the skill level needed, the yarn type, and the needle size. We also tell you the finished size of each blanket so you know what to expect.
The best part is that each pattern has a direct link to the designer’s page, so you do not have to jump through hoops to get the pattern.
Simply click the link and you will be taken right to where you can get the pattern. If you love a pattern, consider leaving a nice note for the designer to show your support for their hard work.
Charlotte Baby Blanket
This pattern is for a heart knitted baby blanket that is easy to make. It is knitted in one piece and uses simple knit and purl stitches. The pattern is good for beginners.
Project Size: 23.6″ x 31.5″ (60 cm x 80 cm)
Level: Beginner
Yarn Weight: DK, 8 ply
Brand: Drops Design
Needle: Unspecified
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Aiste Cottart of PetitMoutonFrancais
Very Easy Big Thick Chunky Baby Blanket
This is a vintage pattern from the 1970s that makes a big, thick blanket. The finished blanket measures 47 by 54 inches.
Project Size: 47 x 54″
Level: Very Easy
Yarn Weight: Super Chunky
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 15 mm circular needle
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Grannies Wooly Basket
Lovely Cable BabyBlanket
Here is a vintage pattern from the 1970s for a baby cable blanket. It is made with DK-8ply Merino or Light worsted wool.
Project Size: 60 x 80 cm
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: DK-8ply Merino ~ Light worsted wool
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Unspecified
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Grannies Wooly Basket
Easy/Beginner Baby Blanket
This easy knitted baby blanket pattern is for beginners who know how to cast on, bind off, knit, and purl. The blanket is made flat and looks the same on both sides.
Project Size: Variety of sizes
Level: Easy/Beginner
Yarn Weight: Aran / Worsted / 10
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 5 mm / US 8 / UK 6 (Straight or Circular needles)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: lulupattern
Easy/Beginner Baby Blanket
This is another easy knitting pattern for a baby blanket for a baby boy or girl. It creates a blanket with a nice and beautiful texture that knits up quickly. It is made with Aran/worsted/10ply yarn.
Project Size: Variety of sizes
Level: Easy/Beginner
Yarn Weight: Aran / Worsted / 10 ply
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 5 mm / US 8 / UK 6 (Straight or Circular needles)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: lulupattern
Easy Super Chunky Baby Blanket
This vintage pattern from the 1970s is for a chunky knitted baby blanket with a seed stitch and basket pattern. It makes a blanket that is 30 by 33 inches.
Project Size: 30 x 33″
Level: Easy
Yarn Weight: Chunky / Bulky
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Unspecified (See images – not provided in text)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Grannies Wooly Basket
Easy Baby Blanket in Aran or DK
This is a very easy pattern with a timeless design, great for new knitters. It uses only knit and purl stitches to make a simple, stylish blanket.
Project Size: 30 x 36 inches (Aran), 21 x 30 inches (DK)
Level: Easy
Yarn Weight: Aran / #4 Medium, DK / #3 Medium
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 6 mm (UK) / US 10 for Aran; 5 mm (UK) / US 8 for DK
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Julia of DaisyGrayKnits
Entrelac Technique Baby Blanket
This vintage pattern from the 1970s is for a baby blanket that uses the entrelac knitting technique. It uses DK-8ply Light worsted wool and circular needles.
Project Size: 34 x 41 inches
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: DK / 8 ply / Light worsted
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Circular needles
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Grannies Wooly Basket
Hearts and Stars Baby Blanket
This knitted baby blanket pattern has bands of heart and star designs. It is good for an advanced beginner or intermediate knitter and the instructions come with both a chart and written words.
Project Size: 65 cm x 95 cm (25.5″ x 37.25″)
Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Yarn Weight: DK / 8 ply
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 4 mm circular needles (knit back and forth)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Ellie Woods of minibaabaa
Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern In DK Yarn
This is an easy, textured baby blanket pattern that is about 34 inches long by 24 inches wide.
Project Size: Approx. 86 cm x 61 cm (34″ x 24″)
Level: Easy
Yarn Weight: DK
Brand: Yarnsmiths Create Baby D.K.
Needle: 4.5 mm straight or long circular needles (UK 7 / US 7)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Marisa of TheWoollyDesignCoUK
The Finley Baby Blanket
This is a good knitted baby blanket pattern for beginners. It makes a blanket that is about 28 by 32 inches.
Project Size: ~28″ x 32″
Level: Beginner
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: US 8 (5 mm)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Jennifer Dowd of TheLongRoadKnitting
Leaf Pattern Baby Blanket
This is a vintage pattern from the 1970s for a leaf pattern baby blanket. The blanket is made by knitting squares and then sewing them together.
Project Size: Unspecified
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: 4ply & DK / 8 Ply / Light Worsted
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Unspecified
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: HeritageKnittingPDF
Aran Blanket Or Afghan Pattern
This vintage Aran knitted afghan pattern from the 1970s makes a blanket by knitting squares and joining them together.
Project Size: Approx 96 x 126 cm
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: Unspecified
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Unspecified
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: HeritageKnittingPDF
Easy Blanket For Baby Boy Or Girl
This easy, beginner-friendly pattern is for a knitted baby blanket that is worked flat. It uses Aran/worsted/10ply yarn and is available in different sizes.
Project Size: Unspecified
Level: Easy/Beginner
Yarn Weight: Aran/Worsted/10
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: Size 5 mm / US 8 / UK 6 (Straight or Circular Needles)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: lulupattern
Easy Blanket Knitting Pattern in 3 Sizes
This pattern is perfect for beginners and makes a blanket using only knit and purl stitches. The pattern comes in three sizes, from a small travel blanket to a large knitted afghan pattern.
Project Size: 3 sizes (Small – for buggy, Medium – for bed, and Large – for throw/afghan)
Level: Beginner
Yarn Weight: Worsted/Medium
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 6.5 mm
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Jasmina of LiliPlet
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