Babies and blocks go together – especially in these easy blanket patterns created from repeated motifs in block designs. Most use just knit and purl stitches or eyelets to create the designs. You can even knit just one of the blocks to make matching baby wash cloths. I would strongly recommend you get a yarn with great stitch definition. Consider cotton, wool, or blends. Updated 4/28/23
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Free Patterns
Easy As A, B, C and Easy As One, Two, Three
An alphabet baby blanket framed in double moss stitch size 30.25 by 36 inches. And a n=numbers blanket knit and purl stitch patterns for number blocks one through nine framed in double moss stitch size 31 by 34". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bonnie Dean
Note: Designer cannot provide support.
Teddy Bear Blanket
32.5″ wide x 28″ long. Designed by Barbara Breiter for Crystal Palace Yarns. Pictured project by olexis. Pictured project by flancers.
ABC Baby Blanket
Just knit and purl stitches are all you need to know to create this cute blanket by Jenny Williams that includes classic baby blocks including A, B, C, a duck, a sailboat, a heart, a star and two 4-square blocks. Pictured project by SabineStangel
Sweethearts Baby Blanket
Baby blanket made from squares of interlocking lace hearts. This could be a good introduction to lace knitting, both chart and written instructions are included. Designed by MollyBrown's Musings. Pictured project by flancers. Sport weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more knitting patterns by MollyBrown's Musings
- See more Heart Knitting Patterns
Flutterby Baby Blanket
Blanket with lace butterfly blocks. Designed by by Kerry Gauthier.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Plymouth Yarn Encore Worsted at Annie’s (60+ colors)
- See more Butterfly Knitting Patterns
Apple Tree Baby Blanket
This Martin Storey design features tree motifs in cable and bobbles. Charted only but a Raveler amgoth2000 has created a written translation of the chart. Pictured project by dreamychild
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See written out translation of the chart by amgoth2000
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the Sublime Yarns Baby Silk & Bamboo DK used in the pictured project on Amazon
- See more patterns by Martin Storey
Hugs and Kisses Baby Blanket
Easy Baby Blanket by Jennifer Coleman features XOXO blocks formed with eyelets. Pictured project by knitlynn
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Rocking Horse Baby Blanket
This design by Barbara Breiter features a charted rocking or hobby horse motif in knit and purl stitches. Pictured project by MargaretNuovo
Come Sail Away Baby Blanket
Sailboats in knit and purl decorate this baby blanket designed by Suzanne Veta. 28″ x 32″. Pictured project by triple7tahoe
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See Ravelry page
- Get the Caron Simply Soft yarn used in the pictured project on Amazon
Hearts and Flowers Baby Blanket
Eyelet lace heart and tulip motifs. Designed by Estelle Yarns. Pictured project by tolookistosmile
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See Ravelry page
- Get the Mary Maxim Baby’s yarn used in the pictured project on Amazon
Duckling Baby Blanket
This baby blanket was created by repeating the Quacking Up! Cloth by Elaine Fitzpatrick. Pictured project by DaizyMay
Moon and Stars Baby Blanket
This baby blanket designed by Barbara Beider for Crystal Palace is knit in stockinette and reverse stockinette. 35″ wide x 34″ long. Pictured project by mkarylknits who made mods and extensive notes.
Savannah’s Blankie
Amy-lynne Mitchell’s baby blanket features I Love You in sign language and hearts. Pictured project by jenadams
Puppy Dog Baby Blanket
Momika21 created this cute blanket by combining two wash cloth patterns. She includes her charts since she modified the patterns for the blanket.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the original puppy cloth pattern on the Internet archive
- See more Dog Knitting Patterns
Hobby Horse Baby Blanket
Designed by Judy Lamb, this baby blanket features an eyelet horse motif surrounded by twisted stitches.
Patterns for Purchase
ABC Baby Blanket
Baby blanket with blocks of the letters A, B, C and diamonds in knit and purl stitches and other diamonds of bobbles, bordered with leaf lace edging. Designed by Woman's Weekly. A kit is also available.
Rocking Horse Baby Blanket
Easy blanket features rocking horse motifs in knit and purl stitches. The designer says it is suitable for beginners. Designed by Le Petit Mouton.
Four Bunnies Baby Blanket
This adorable blanket has 4 embossed designs of bunnies in knit and purl stitches, with a framed edging in garter stitch. Option to embroider the tails with a contrasting colour for an added interest. Designed by Suzanne Strachan. Pictured projects by designer and kaniger.
I Love Mom and Dad Baby Blanket
Easy blanket features I Love Mom and Dad, sun, and duck motifs in knit and purl stitches. The designer says it is suitable for beginners.
Teddy Bear Blankie Set
Baby blanket and matching pillow featuring lace eyelet teddy bears and hearts. Knit with worsted/aran weight yarns. Designed by Craft Designs for You.
Lots of Heart Baby Blanket
Easy blanket made of 4 different heart designs in knit and purl stitches.
Sweet Baby Blanket
Easy blanket made of butterfly, heart, and flower designs in knit and purl stitches. Written in English and Italian, though it appears the designer is Italian.
Star Baby Blanket
Knit in chunky yarn with just knit and purl stitches, this pattern includes written row by row instructions as well as a chart.
