Knitting patterns for baby blankets and throws that are easy enough for beginner knitters and relaxing for experienced knitters. Updated 4/10/26
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Free Patterns
Eyelet Ridge Blanket
No purling! Beginner blanket knit with a one row repeat lace stitch. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Bright & Cuddly Baby Blanket
Easy basketweave baby blanket worked in just knit and purl stitches, alternating 8 row repeat basketweave with garter stitch ridges. Suitable for beginners according to Joann. Blanket measures 36" [91 cm] x 36" [91 cm]. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Red Heart.
Easy Breezy Blanket
Easy striped blanket knit in a 4 row repeat waffle stitch. Suitable for beginners. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Caron.
Winterland Three Stitch Blanket
Web pattern is free. Easy blanket Using three basic stitch patterns, garter, stockinette, and seed stitch, to create lofty textures and interesting striping. Size 40” x 43” Super Bulky weight yarn. A printable pdf is available on Etsy. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz at Mama In A Stitch.
More Free Patterns
Hillside Baby Blanket
Baby blanket knits up quickly with easy knit and purl texture reminiscent of rolling hills in an 18 row repeat. Quick knit bulky weight yarn. It's great for the beginner knitter according to the designer Diana Poirier. May only be free for a limited time.
Seed Stitch Throw
Easy blanket knit in 1 row repeat Seed Stitch. Suitable for beginners according to designer. Size Approx 47" x 54" [119.5 x 137 cm]. Designed by Bernat. Quick knit in Jumbo weight yarn.
Cuddly Baby Blanket
Easy blanket knit diagonally alternating sections of stockinette and garter stitch with a garter stitch border. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. I think it woud be good for a beginner who can handle basic increases and decreases. Size 36 x 36" [91.5 x 91.5 cm] square. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Sandi Rosner.
Two-tone Baby Blanket
Easy 2 color stroller-sized blanket knit with sections of seed stitich and stockinette that looks great in variegated yarn. It's great for the beginner knitter according to the designer. Size About 28x 40in. (71x 101.5cm) Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Little Ridges Baby Blanket
Easy baby blanket knit in an 8 row repeat of ridges of garter stitch and stockinette that looks great in variegated yarn. It's great for the beginner knitter according to the designer. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Aran weight yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Beginner Baby Blanket
Easy blanket with just knit and purl stitches. Ideal for beginners. Measurements: 27.5in x 35.5in (70cm x 90cm). Aran weight yarn. Designed by Deborah O'Leary.
Brighten Baby Blanket
Easy blanket designed to be a simple, natural and timeless blanket. Included are instructions for both a baby blanket size and the throw size. It is ideal for beginners to make because it is made up of basic knit and purl stitches, yet the different sections keep it interesting. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Deborah O'Leary.
Charlie Baby Blanket
Easy blanket with blocks in knit and purl stitches. Suitable for beginners, according to the designer, because it is made up of basic knit and purl stitches. Size 22.44" x 34.65" (57 cm x 90 cm) DK weight yarn. Designed by Le Petit Mouton.
Reversible Baby Blanket
Easy blanket knit with a triangle stitch created with knit and purl stitches. 3 Sizes 22in*28in (55cm*70cm); 28in * 36in (70cm * 90cm); 35in * 43in (90cm * 110cm). DK weight yarn. Designed by belovedLT who says the patterns are suitable for beginners.
Pretty Squares and Diagonal Bubbles Baby Blankets
Easy blankets that only use knit and purl stitches. The squares blanke looks like a 6 row repeat and the bubbles blanket looks like an 8 row repeat. Size; 33 x 36 inches (86cm x 92cm). Designed by Vivienne Jackson who says the patterns are suitable for beginners.
