About three years ago, I was lucky enough to become an aunty yet again, and to celebrate I decided to make a pretty little baby blanket for the new niece or nephew. Using some hot new colors available in Lion Brand Cotton Ease that year, I came up with this:
I loved it, the new parents loved it, and my sister-in-law tells me even complete strangers remarked on it. I put it in my Ravelry notebook (a notebook I’ve sadly neglected lately), and it went crazy in the favorites, if I do say so myself. It’s cute, fun, and easy, and it’s time to share.
Ok, one more look. And can I say, they’re still using it, and it still looks great!
Blackberry Salad Striped Baby Blanket
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- Yarn: 1449 yards Lion Brand Cotton-Ease (7 skeins in desired colors) or same quantity other worsted weight yarn
- Hook: 5.0mm (H/8)
I didn’t measure the finished product, but it was about the same size as other baby blankets we had around at the time – more than big enough to cover a newborn or infant carrier car seat. In order to change the size, add or subtract in the chain row by multiples of 4 stitches. Go all the way down to 27 and make a scrubby washcloth! If you want to make an afghan, go here for details on the perfect Blackberry Salad Striped Throw!
As for the color changes, I used seven skeins in seven different colors, and in order to keep it random, I closed my eyes and reached into the bag each time I needed a new color. To make your own, change colors as desired every two rows. Prefer to plan ahead? Try this free Random Stripe Generator at Biscuits and Jam!
How to Bobble Stitch / dc5tog:
Click here for Bobble Stitch Video Tutorial!
Bobble stitches are worked from the “wrong side” – meaning they pop out away from you as you work. They are worked much like a dc dec, but all into the same stitch. To dc5tog, work 5 dc all into the same stitch, leaving the last loop unworked on the hook each time. When you’ve got 6 loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through all 6 sts. Work tightly here, and as soon as you make the next (sc) st, the bobble should pop right out on the other side of your work!
Blackberry Salad Striped Blanket Charted
Chain 115.
Row 1: (RS) Dc in 4th ch from hook. (Starting chain of each row counts as first dc.) Dc in each st across to end. Ch1, turn. (113 dc)
Row 2: (WS) Sc into the first 4 sts, *dc5tog into the next st, sc in the next 3 sts.* Repeat from * to * until the end of the row, ending the row with 1sc in the top of the turning chain.
Row 3: (RS) Change to second stripe color. Ch 3, turn. Dc across row to the end, skipping the turning ch. Ch1, turn.
Row 4: (WS) Sc into the first 2 sts, *dc5tog into next st, sc in the next 3 sts.* Repeat from * to * until the last 3 sts. End the row with one more dc5tog and sc in the last 2 sts (final st in the top of the turning chain).
Row 5: (RS) Change color to 3rd stripe skein. Work as for Row 3.
Row 6 to end: Repeat Rows 2 through 5, changing colors on the odd numbered rows, until you feel the blanket is roughly square or you run out of yarn!
Still having trouble? This video is a quick overview of how it comes together!
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly. Please include links to this blog post if sharing this pattern with others, but do not reproduce or repost the written pattern. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please include a link to moogly on the listing or tag with credit for the pattern.
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Awesome pattern, TFS!!!
could you use vartigered wool:-)
You can use any colors you like Penny! Variegated, striping, it’s up to you!
This is gorgeous! Linking up at Tangled Happy tomorrow. Thanks for sharing this.
Wow, your blanket is gorgeous, what a lovely gift to receive and I like your idea for random colour choosing! Found you on tangled happy.
Oh so pretty! Love the texture! And great colors too! Thanks for sharing!
this is so pretty- thanks for sharing the pattern.
This blanket is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing the pattern.
Oh I absolutely love your blanket, beautiful!!!!
Thanks for posting the pattern
Have a lovely weekend
Karen x
This is gorgeous! Found you through Sara at “Tangled Happy.” I’m making this for my new bundle due in March, got my yarn and evrything already! Thanks again for sharing!
I love your bobbly blanket, it’s going on my ever increasing list of things to make in the future!!
Just awesome, thanks for sharing! Janette
Cute blanket, but I think there’s a problem with the pattern. I bought yarn and started to make the blanket but kept coming out with the wrong amount of stitches for ending even numbered rows. I had increased the blanket size and thought I made a mistake there, but the math doesn’t work out either. I think you need to have either 110 or 114 dc at the end of row 1 to make this come out. (110dc gives you 26 * to * repetitions, 114 gives you 27 * to * repetitions) Also, if you total the stitches on rows 2 and 4, you get a different number. I think the problem here is you have a total of 6 stitches outside the *s on row 2, and 5 stitches outside the *s on row 4. I’m re-working using 6 stitches outside, with row 2 worked as stated above, but row 4 ending w/ 5dctog and 3sc. Hope that wasn’t confusing!
Tammi, the pattern is a multiple of 4 sts +1, with two additional for the base chain. So 115 is a correct starting point, with 28 pattern repeats. I DID however, make a major mistake! Oops! Thanks so much for catching my error – I have edited the pattern to read correctly. My apologies and my thanks!
Absolutely love this pattern…but am having trouble keeping the same # of dc…Should each row have 113 dc and 28 or 27 bobbles?
Hi Vicki! Yes, you have the numbers correct. Make sure you are dc-ing in the top of each bobble, with 3 dc in between, and 2 or 4 times on each end. Good luck, and thanks for reading!
Just Vicki again…Was that 27 bobbles? That is all I can get with 113 double crochets…Thanks so much…
There will be 27 bobbles on the rows that have 4 sc at each end, and 28 bobbles on the rows that have 2 sc at each end. Looking at the chart might help you visualize how the rows come together.
I found and fell in love with this right after you made it. I fiddled around with bobbles till I came up with something similar. I made it for my nephew and it turned out beautiful. I so appreciate your sharing it here with us all now. Thanks for your generosity:) Great combo of color and texture!
I found your link on Tangled Happy. This is such a perky project. I posted pics of the one I made on SewForum.com. Thanks for sharing your pattern.
Hi there
Big hello from Australia… and a *thank you* for your lovely pattern! It is just what I’m after as an almost complete novice for my little 8 month old. Found you on Google. Hooray! Using periwinkle, cherry red, navy, maize yellow, an oceaney teal, cream and a mid eucalyptus. Gorgeous! I am the end of row 2, all going well. But was wondering how many chain stitches in do I start with the dc-ing?
Thanks so much
Hello Rachel! For Row 3, the ch 3 from Row 2 counts as the first stitch, so you then dc into the top of the second stitch of the row below. I hope that’s clear! Thanks for reading!
Thanks! So that would make it the 4th chain from the hook? As I mentioned, I’m really new to crocheting (so sorry for the basic questions) but this is going really well and am sure will turn out beautifully… I just have to keep going… (I’m not very fast!) Using 8 ply (your DK I think) in a pure Aussie wool and a 4 mm hook and it’s looking so lovely already. Thanks again for sharing
Actually I think that would be the fifth chain from the hook, otherwise you’ll increase the row by one stitch.
Good luck with your blanket!
I love this blanket – thank you for sharing your pattern.
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How much yarn would you say you needed for this project?
wow I skimmed RIGHT past the amt. My apologies!
LOVE this blanket.
Thanks so much for commenting! (I’m glad I took notes again – starting another one myself tonight!)
Thank you so much for the pattern. I’m using dark colors, Its turning out fantastic. I had to modify it a little just so that the second row had as many bobbles as the first. (I thought it completely un fair to the second row that it didn’t :-p . I know I’m not normal) I plan on doing this again but in black and white strips and making it longer yay shower curtain. Thank you again.
Great pattern! I am creating a baby blanket with pink, green, yellow, lavender, and white (leftovers from previous projects); it’s coming out really nicely. Can’t wait to make another with more vibrant colors.
So cute, thanks for sharing, this is going to make a great shower gift! Any idea if I was to use one colour how many skeins?
Rae, I used up almost every last bit of the 7 skeins I had, so similar yardage all in one color might give you just an extra row or two, due to not having the ends from changing colors.
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i’ve totally forgotten all of the crochet lingo…it’s been…8 years since i’ve really followed a pattern…? is there a video of this anywhere? i love the look of the ‘bobbles’…so cute!!
I don’t know of a bobble video, but I agree it would be helpful! If I can get my mitts on a video camera…
I love this project! Thanks so much for sharing it. I just posted a link to your pattern on my blog: http://www.twinkleandtwine.com/2011/12/bit-of-inspiration.html.
Thanks so very much for the link Rebekah!
I am thinking of making this blanket for a friend and am somewhat new to crocheting and have yet to change colors when working on things. Any advice?
Your blanket looks great! I can’t wait to try it!
Thanks in advance!
Hi Laura!
The best way I’ve found to change colors, is to stop right before you complete the last stitch of color A, and finish it by picking up color B.
In other words, if working a single crochet, you would put the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through, and change to the new color to yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook. If dc, then it would be yarn over, put the hook into the stitch, yarn over again, pull through, yarn over and pull through first two loops on hook, THEN change to the new color to yarn over and pull through the last two loops.
I found this video that shows what I’m talking about: http://youtu.be/Ab149aTPHos Hope that helps and best of luck to you!
Thank you so much for your help! I have several baby blankets to make in the next several months and I think this will be a fun pattern to use!
Laura
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Awesome pattern, nice colors. Hope mine comes out just as nice!
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I agree with Tammi, if you continue to follow the instructions for Row 2 and 4 the amoun t of stitches isn’t correct. I’ve ripped the blanket apart several times thinking I’ve made a mistake but even after following the pattern “to the T”, it doesn’t come out correct. You do not get a 28 repeat.
I’m sorry you’re having trouble Desiree. I wish I could be there in person to see what’s happening! Do you think if I sketched out a chart for the pattern it would help?
Sure, maybe that would help.
Ok, So I started all over again and this still doesn’t seem to work out. But I did notes this times. Chain 115, Row 1 equals 112 chains. Row 2(with chain in top of turning chain) equals 113 chains. Row 3 totals 114 chains. Row 4 (with 1 chain in the top turning chain) equals 114 chains. Row 5 (repeat of row 3) totals 114 chains. Row 2 (with chain in top of turning chain) equals 115 chains. Row 3 totals to 116 chains. As this continues, one side of the blanket is not square/flush, it flares out. I can not seem to figure out then what I am doing wrong. I have followed the pattern exactly as written.
Desiree, I hope this helps! Blackberry Charted/
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Beautiful pattern! Thanks for sharing
Thanks so much for the pattern! Found you on Pinterest!
I am just wanting to clarify that you used 7 skeins for the entire blanket, not 7 skeins of each color? Thank you, sorry I’m so dense.
Hi Kathy! No worries, I appreciate the opportunity to clarify! Yes, just 7 skeins total, 1 of each color.
You don’t happen to have this on you tube do you?! I’m more of a visual learner!
Funny you should ask! Today’s blog post features my new video tutorial! http://www.mooglyblog.com/2012/01/24/how-to-bobble-stitch-dc5tog-video-tutorial/
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Thanks so much!
I was trying to make this for a Kingsize bed throw. TOO BIG to handle! What would the count be to make a 6X8 square? I am good at math but get a little confused when it comes to altering patterns.
Thank you for your time,
Trudy
SORRY 6X6 squares is what I meant!
Hi Trudy! 6″ x 6″ I assume? I think, to start off off, you should try using chain 23 to begin. But keep that ruler handy – every crafter has their own gauge, and depending on how you work and what type of yarn you’re using, you may need to add (or subtract) 4 stitches to get close to the size you want. If you meant 6′ x 6′, I’d go with a starting chain of 255 – but again, that’s only an estimate! I hope this helps!
Thank you! Yes, inches (sorry)!
Have a great day!
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I started making one in solid pink. Thank you so much for the tutorial. I also made a fun bowl using this stitch. Here is a picture if you are interested: http://sheepdogsfleece.blogspot.com/2012/02/giant-flowers.html
Very cute! I’m so glad you like the pattern!
Wanted to thank you for the pattern. Mine turned out great. I don’t see how I can attach my picture here. I did mine in different colors with a pointy stitch boarder. It turn out so cute!
Lisa you are very welcome! I wish I could tell you how to attach a picture but I have no idea – I know way more about crafting than I do about computers, alas!
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Very cute…I am going to make a small size of this…love it!
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Hello! First off, this is a wonderful pattern that I am so excited to make for my cousin! I’m having a little trouble deciphering one part of the pattern–I’m a bit of a newbie
At the end of Row 3, the instructions say to “skip the turning chain. Ch.1 and turn”. Does that mean skip the turning chain from the last row, or only chain one at the end of row 3 before turning (since it was double crochet, usually it’s chain 2)… Thanks for your help!
Hello Sarah! “Skip the turning chain” – this refers to the ch1 at the start of row 2. This is a row of sc (and bobbles), and you never work into the “turning chain” of 1 on a sc row, whereas the ch3 at the beginning of a row of dc is usually counted as a dc, and on the even numbered rows you’ll work into the top of the ch3 as it’s own st. So at the end of row 3, dc into the top of the first sc in row 2 (113 dc made). Then ch1 and turn to begin row 4, which is another row of sc and bobbles.
Have you looked at the chart? It may help you visualize what is meant. Thanks for reading!
Love this blanket! One of the cutest I have seen. Could you please tell me the names of the colors you used? Thanks for sharing your pattern
Lynn, I’m not 100%, but I *think* they were Terracotta, Maize, White, Berry, Lime, Violet, and Seaspray. At any rate, those are the closest ones now available from Cotton-Ease!
Thanks for your help. I have to order my yarns online as the only local store that carries yarn is Wal-Mart. Since I can not see the colors in person I have to trust the color charts provided and they are not always accurate so it is nice to have the names of the colors you used. Thanks again!
Just would like to thank you for sharing your blackberry salad striped blanket. I have one question, I have just finished the blanket the correct amount of chains and it looks good, I went to put a edging on it, now one end is now longer than the other, as I have only started crocheting in the last two months thanks to YouTube and the net I’m not sure what to do, any advice would be much appreciated.
Hi Carmen! I’m glad you are enjoying the pattern!
If I’m reading correctly, you have finished the whole blanket and it’s smaller one end than on the other? There are a number of reasons that can happen. If the number of stitches are consistent, and you didn’t add or lose any anywhere, then it’s possible that your tension, or how tight you made the stitches, changes somewhere. It takes a lot of practice to develop even tension. Or it’s possible that you picked up the wrong sized hook at one point. Another possibility, if your starting edge is the smaller one, is that your chains were a bit tight.
In the meantime, since the blanket is already finished, one thing you can do is to block it. If it’s natural fibers (wool), then you can get it wet and stretch into the shape you want and then let it air dry. Another idea is to vary the border a bit as you go around – use dc on the narrow end, and then as you get to the wide end, go to hdc and perhaps sc after that. Then do another row of edging that’s all the same – this will visually hide the unevenness a bit.
And lastly – don’t worry too much about it! Baby blankets in use are rarely laid out perfectly flat.
Have a good night!
Love the blanket. I have two expectant babies and can’t wait to make this beautiful and unique blanket. It is a nice contemporary change to the run-of-the-mill codices that are out there!
Thank you! Love your tutorial!
I love the look of the bobbles and want to give it a try. When you are sc and dc, do you insert the hook into the front loops, back loops, or both loops along the previous row. Each variation would give a different “look”, right? Which do you use? Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Thanks Isabel! I go under both loops of the previous row.
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I’m a beginner, but I love crocheting. What I love about your instructions is that they are extremely easy to follow and understand! I’m currently pregnant with my first child, and I’ve worked on two shell stitch blankets; both turned out really nice. But now, I think I want to try the bobble!
I have a quick question… Did you use scrape yarn, or did you go buy whole bundles? In any case, about how much yarn will need to be used for a baby seat cover.
Hi Katlynn – and congratulations on your imminent arrival!
I used 7 full skeins of cotton ease for this one, but I think since it’s a striped pattern, using scraps for one of these would look great too! The finished blanket is about 3′ x 3′, and fit over my niece’s car seat very well, with enough overlap to keep it in place.
I love this blackberry baby blanket and I love the colors used. Thank you very much!
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Lee Ann
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This is so fun. Thank you for sharing. I will make this sometime.
Definately my next project. Thanks ever so much for sharing
Sorry, i meant to ask, if i needed to do a slightly bigger blanket, is there a certain amount of stitches i need to follow…eg does it have to be odd or even number stitches. Hope this makes sense. Thanks once again for sharing
Hi Marie! To make a larger blanket, add to the starting chain in groups of 4 sts. If you are looking to go all they way up to a throw sized blanket, I have a pattern written up for the Blankberry Salad Striped Afghan as well! Thanks for reading, and you are very welcome!
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I’m only ending up with 23 and 24 baubles
. How can i be so far off?
I figured it out. Watched the video again and realized I was putting 4 singles after a bobble instead of 3.
Off to the races again! 
Oh good, I’m glad you were able to figure it out – it’s always hard to tell without seeing the blanket in front of me.
Good luck with your blanket!
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This is such a SWEET blanket! I really love the colors you chose! Would you mind sharing which colors you used of the LB cotton ease? I want to make sure I end up with a similar look as yours. Sorry if you’ve answered this question before…I looked through the comments and didn’t see any info about the colors, so I thought it couldn’t hurt to ask!
Thanks!
Hi Sarah! I’m not 100%, but I *think* they were Terracotta, Maize, White, Berry, Lime, Violet, and Seaspray. At any rate, those are the closest ones now available from Cotton-Ease!
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I added a picture of this blanket (and the link) to my blog this week…… And, I’ve started a version of the blanket already. Actually, have a 2nd version planned too! I am doing the “brights” first, with only 5 colors, as that was what I had on hand. The 2nd version I was going to use up some of my typical baby colors, and see what it looks like in pastels.
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Thanks for sharing your pattern, it is so fun to work on!
Thank you, and thanks for sharing the link! I’m so glad you like the pattern. Be sure to post again when you’re finished – I love to see how they turn out!
It looks like sooo much fun! I can’t wait to try it!
Iove the blanket!
I’ve been winging my own version of it which looks similar but it simpler I think.
I’ve just been single stitching two rows; then one row with 3 single, 5 double in the fourth hole, and repeat; and then one row of single.
I alternate where the bobbles fall by starting the next color’s bobble pattern after one single stitch instead of three.
Thanks for posting!
Thanks Amanda! That blanket does sound pretty!
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This pattern is just too cute! I don’t have the patience to make an entire blanket, so I think I’ll use the washcloth-sized width to make a funky scarf for the winter.
Thank you so much for sharing. It’s people like you who make the internet a wonderful place to be for an enthusiastic crocheter like me!
Thanks again! Diolch!
Siân
Ooo, love that idea Sian! And you’re very welcome!
Love this! Reminds me ofbthenojd popcorn stitch!
They are very similar! I like to work bobbles from the wrong side, and popcorn stitch from the right side, but as I’ve recently learned, there’s something called the “berry stitch” – which is exactly the same as a bobble stitch, except you push it towards you instead of away! Too funny!
It’s SUCH a lovely pattern– def the most beautiful thing I’ve ever made. Thank you for sharing.
Quick question, though– how did you finish it? Did you just wash and dry it, or was there blocking involved? I know I have to clean it before giving it away but I’m a fairly new crocheter and the first wash makes me kind of nervous. hahahaha
Seyi, I don’t generally need to block them, so I don’t think you’ll need to. If anything, I’d just wash gently in cold & let it dry flt in shape. I hope you share pictures
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THANK YOU SO MUCH. I made this for my 4 year old great-great-niece and it came out lovely! I so very much enjoyed making and know that I will definitely make more. I made this one 48″(L)39″(W) and know it will fit perfectly on her twin bed. It did take me awhile and I used 11 colors from my left overs (yes I have a lot of yarn! doesn’t everyone!). I used baby soft and it was so fun deciding what color I was going to use next. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Teresa, you are so very welcome!
I’m so glad to hear it. If you’re on facebook, come post a picture on the moogly page and show it off! 
Posted photo on your Facebook and also my facebook with a link to your blog. Thanks again!☺
Thanks! The video was perfect to help me understand your pattern!
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this pattern is beautiful! i’m definitely going to have to give it a go! thanks for posting it.x
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I’m new to crochet and am going to try this for my first baby due in February. The pattern seems really well written, I’ll let you know how I get on.
Thanks!!
I just love the look and texture of it!! Beautiful! I shared this on my blog today: http://www.vixenmade.com/2012/11/my-favorite-crochet-patterns.html
As i beginner, i so appreciate the the different ways you show the pattern. Written,Chart and a video! I have been practicing stitches and pattern by making dishcloths! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent!Blessings!
Thanks so much for saying so, Kim!
Hi there! Love this! I’m presently working on the blackberry salad baby blanket for my best friend whose expecting. I’m a newby at crocheting (this is my first project ) and I noticed some of the blankets on the ravelry site have lovely borders. Can you suggest a link or tutorial on how to add a border? Thanks in advance!
Hi Marjie! I’m so glad you like the pattern. There are probably hundreds of borders you could use – I like the simpler ones, but some people get quite fancy! I have a tutorial here about how to work into the edge that might help you out: http://www.mooglyblog.com/working-into-the-edge/
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Thank you so much for the pattern! I’m about 1/3 – 1/2 way through my first blanket (of any kind) and I’m a little overwhelmed by the possibility of weaving in all the edges because of all the color changes – Do you have any way to weave them in as you go? Or do you wait and bite the bullet at the end?
Thanks again!
Sara
Hi Sara! I think I answered your question over on the Facebook page, but just to go ahead a put it out there – I wait and weave them all in at the end! I also make sure I’ve got some great stuff lined up on Netflix or a movie I want to watch ready to go for that evening.
Thanks for answering both places! I posted here first but didn’t know if you still checked here because its an old er pattern… Guess I was hoping for a magic way to have them all worked in! Lol I’ll cue up a movie and be ready for a full night! Thanks again for all you do!
I do my best to read all comments, it’s just been a busy week with the holidays so it’s taking me a little bit longer.
Sara, I weaved/carried my 6 inch ends into the next row as I went along. They blended in very well.
I’m probably nuts, but I am thinking I could try this stitch in a wave – lol – I’ll let you know if it works or if I change my mind. I was so inspired by a post of a wave blanket yesterday – but – I’ve been wanting to make a giant BBS blanket too. I’m still tossing it around in my mind. Love your stuff- thanks!
It could work! It would take some finagling, but it could indeed work…
Thankyou SO much for sharing this! .. It is ahhmazing! I’ll be using this pattern for my cousin’s baby boy blanket. I am expecting this July so I’m sure I’ll be making one for he/she also
I watched all your videos I could find on this baby blanket… My question is.. Do you have to cut and weave in the ends every two rows. I am assuming you can’t carry 7 different colors down the side of the blanket! In your tutorial to show how to change colors you carry the one color down the side and mentioned snipping and weaving in… Isn’t the yarn awfully short to weave in? Do you have any videos on how to neatly and securely and invisibly weave in ends? I am a knitter but this is my first crocheted project
Hi Michelle! For the Blackberry Salad blankets, if you’re working with more than two colors or if you’re not planning an edging, then you’ll want to cut the ends and weave them in at every color change. Definitely don’t try to carry 7 colors along the side! I usually cut them to leave a good 6 inches or more of length to weave in. The switching colors video is more for the mechanics of it rather than showing how long your ends should be. For more info on weaving in ends, try this video: http://www.mooglyblog.com/weaving-in-ends-crochet-video-tutorial/ though really it’s much the same as weaving in ends for knitting.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions!
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could you use vartigered wool:-)
Hi, I ran across your pattern on Pinterest with a link. Beautiful, had no trouble at all with your pattern but would say an advanced beginner will be needed. I cut a 6″ in tail and carry it into the next row and crochet over for 6 to 8 sts. No weaving needed. Thx for your beautiful pattern.
Thank you for a lovely pattern. I had trouble with the written pattern, which I usually like, so after reading comments and your very helpful answers, I tried the chart pattern and now I have a lovely rug I am really pleased with
I’m so glad to “hear” it Lyndal!
I think I would like to make it into a scarf. I think that would work or even a shawl.
Nice pattern.
Thank you!
It would be very warm!
German Tranlation:
115 M anschlagen
1. Reihe: Stäbchen. Erstes Stäbchen in die vierte M (die ersten drei M zählen als ein Stäbchen). 113 Stäbchen.
2. Reihe: 4 feste M *5 Stäbchen in die nächste M zusammen abmaschen, 3 feste M*. Von * bis * wiederholen, die Reihe mit einer festen M in die Wendeluftmasche beenden.
3. Reihe: Farbwechsel. 3 Wendeluftmaschen häkeln, eine Reihe Stäbchen. Wendeluftmasche der Vorreihe auslassen, eine Wendeluftmaschen, Arbeit wenden.
4. Reihe: 2 feste M *5 Stäbchen in die nächste M zusammen abmaschen, 3 feste M*. Von * bis * wiederholen, bis 3 Maschen vor Ende der Reihe. Beende die Reihe mit einem „bobble“ (5 Stäbchen in die nächste M, zusammen abmaschen), 2 feste M (letzte feste M in die Wendeluftmasche der Vorreihe).
5. Reihe: Farbwechsel. Wie Reihe 3 arbeiten
6. Reihe bis Ende: Reihen 2 bis 5 wiederholen, Farbwechsel in den ungeraden Reihen bis die Babydecke ungefähr quadratisch ist.
Danke Kerstin!
Ahh… so excited… I recently taught myself how to crochet thanks to people like you who post wonderful videos because honestly sitting staring at a piece of paper or screen with a whole bunch of terms that are brand new to you is like reading a new language and you can’t make sense of them until you apply them. so thank you… I think I can handle this one and looking forward to trying it…. maybe I can make my future little one a blanket as beautiful as yours…
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I love the look of this blanket!! I have bought the wool and am ready to go! Just a quick question about switching colours. I understand how to switch the colour but I am just wondering if you cut the first colour and then need to sew in a bunch of ends or do you just keep it attached until you pick up that colour again. Does that question make sense?? Thanks
It depends on how many colors you’re using – if it’s just two, I’d leaving them attached and work a border around the edges to cover them up. But more than that and I cut them and weave them in with each color change. Good luck with your blanket!
Did you notice your started to round and now? Did you not hav to decrease to keep the blanket straight?
No, there should be the same number of stitches on every row!
I have counted and they are the same number…I have tried it three times now and by the time I get too the third bubble row it starts to round In to a circle.. I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong
Hm, it might be a tension issue. If it’s rounding “up” like a rainbow, you might have made your starting chain too tight. Try chaining with a larger hook than you use for the rest of the blanket!
I thought I read somewhere in these comments that you enjoy using Stylecraft Special DK wool… Would it be appropriate to use that for this project? I’ve found some that is pretty affordable and would like to try it. I’m a newbie though – wouldn’t know how the difference in weight would effect the outcome. Thanks for your advice!
CR, others have I believe, but I haven’t! I think it would work well, from what I’ve seen of it though!
Thank you! You’re quick!