Bring a touch of spring to baby’s room with this cozy crocheted coverlet. Pretty pink flowers adorn the top. (Lion Brand Yarn)

Crochet Chenille Applique Baby Blanket
Lion Brand Pattern #: 40694AD

SKILL LEVEL: Easy (Level 2)

(MC) 920-157 Babysoft Yarn: Pastel Yellow (4 balls)

For applique flowers:
#580 Velvetspun (discontinued)
108 yards: Pastel Yellow (A)
54 yards: Carnation (B)
Bulky weight yarn may be substituted.

Crochet Hook - Size K-10.5 (6.5 mm)
Crochet Hook - Size J-10 (6 mm) for edging

Blanket body is worked with 2 strands of MC held together throughout. Work in pattern until piece measures 36” (91.5 cm) from beginning. Crochet edging in contrast color A on smaller hook.

Make 12 flowers in A and B. Sew 3 flowers to each corner of blanket. Write name in script between flowers with large-eyed blunt needle in B (use couching stitch to affix to blanket).

Ed. note: Suitable for boys as well, just eliminate the flowers.