Crochet Sedge Stitch Baby Blanket – Free Pattern

Crocheting baby blankets is one of the most heartwarming and rewarding projects you can undertake. Whether you’re crafting a thoughtful gift for a baby shower or creating a cozy keepsake for your own little one, a handmade blanket is always cherished. The sedge stitch baby blanket is especially loved for its beautiful texture, soft feel, and gentle drape perfect for wrapping up a baby in warmth and love.

The sedge stitch creates a rich, textured fabric using a simple combination of basic crochet stitches. It’s ideal for both beginners and experienced crocheters looking for a relaxing, rhythmic pattern. Even though it looks intricate, the stitch pattern is made with just a few foundational stitches: single crochet (SC), half double crochet (HDC), and double crochet (DC). Once you master the repeat, you’ll find the rows fly by effortlessly.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make your own crochet sedge stitch baby blanket, including step-by-step instructions, a materials list, and a beautiful ribbed border using front and back post double crochets. Grab your favorite soft yarn and hook, and let’s get started!

Stitches Used

To complete this baby blanket, you’ll need to be familiar with the following crochet stitches:

• Single Crochet (SC):
  Insert your hook, yarn over (YO) and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops on hook.

• Half Double Crochet (HDC):
  YO, insert your hook, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through three loops on hook.

• Double Crochet (DC):
  YO, insert your hook, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops, YO and pull through the remaining two loops.

• Front and Back Post Double Crochet (FPDC & BPDC):
  A front post DC (FPDC) means you insert your hook from front to back around the post of the next DC and complete a DC as normal.
  A back post DC (BPDC) means you insert your hook from the back to the front around the post of the next DC and complete a DC.

Pattern Instructions

Foundation:
Start with a chain in a multiple of three. For this baby blanket, chain 120.

Row 1:
In the second chain from the hook, make a HDC and a DC in the same stitch.
Skip two chains, then in the next chain, work a SC, HDC, and DC all in the same stitch.
Repeat from * to the end of the row. When one chain remains, work one SC and turn.

Row 2:
Chain 1 (counts as your first SC). In the top of the SC from the previous row, work a HDC and a DC.
Skip the next HDC and DC, and work SC, HDC, DC into the next SC.
Repeat across. When two stitches remain, skip one and end with a SC into the last stitch. Turn.

Repeat Row 2 for the entire length of your blanket. As you progress, it will become easier to identify the SC stitches from the previous rows, which are where you place your cluster of SC, HDC, DC.

Tip: Practice with a small swatch (chain 15 or 18) to get familiar with the sedge stitch pattern before starting the full blanket.

Border (Ribbed Finish)

Once you’ve reached your desired blanket size, it’s time to add a beautifully textured border that gives a polished, ribbed edge.

1. Start the Border:
   Choose any side of the blanket to begin. Using a contrasting or matching color (e.g., Lily Pad), pull up a loop in the corner and chain 3. This counts as your first DC.
   Work DC stitches evenly across the side. When working along the edges of rows, spacing is important—aim for even placement to prevent puckering or stretching.

2. Corner Transition:
   When you reach the next corner, chain 3 and turn your work. This again counts as your first DC.

3. Begin Ribbing:

   • Into the next DC, insert your hook from front to back around the post and make a DC (this is your FPDC).

   • Into the following DC, insert your hook from back to front around the post and make a DC (BPDC).

   • Continue alternating FPDC and BPDC around each post stitch until you reach the end of the side. Finish the row with a regular DC into the top of the last stitch.

4. Repeat Rows:
   Chain 3, turn, and repeat the FPDC/BPDC pattern, aligning each post stitch with the same type from the row below (FPDC on FPDC, BPDC on BPDC).
   Continue for as many rounds as desired to build a thick, ribbed border.

This soft and squishy sedge stitch baby blanket is not only easy to make but also elegant in its simplicity. The textured body paired with the ribbed border makes it a timeless piece for any nursery. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned crocheter, this pattern is a joy to create.

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