This crochet blanket pattern is perfect for making a cozy, sweet addition to any room

There is nothing quite like wrapping a newborn or curling up on the sofa with a handmade crochet blanket. This sweet two-tone pink and white blanket features a soft, textured stitch repeat that creates gentle warmth without feeling heavy.

Whether you are crocheting a baby shower gift or an elegant lapghan for your living room, this pattern is relaxing to work and works up quickly. Below you will find the complete materials checklist, stitch tutorial, border instructions, and helpful sizing tables.

Blanket Sizing & Planning

Tip: Planning a specific custom blanket size? Use our interactive Blanket Planner and Yardage Calculator to estimate your exact skein count before starting.

Materials & Yarn Requirements

• Primary Yarn (Color A – Soft Pink): Approx. 550 yards (500 m) of Medium / Worsted Weight Yarn (CYC #4).
• Secondary Yarn (Color B – Crisp White): Approx. 450 yards (410 m) of Medium / Worsted Weight Yarn.
• Crochet Hook: Size 5.5 mm (US I-9) or hook size that yields comfortable drape. (See our Hook Size Guide for mm vs US sizing).
• Tapestry Needle: Blunt-tipped yarn needle for weaving tails.
• Locking Stitch Markers: Helpful for tracking your border corners.

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sk: skip
• sp: space
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Finished Sweet Pink and White Blanket

Step-by-Step Blanket Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain

With Color A (Soft Pink), chain 101 loosely (or any odd number of chains to match your desired blanket width).

Row 1 (Foundation Row)

Work 1 sc in the second chain from hook. Work 1 dc in the next chain. *Work 1 sc in next ch, 1 dc in next ch.* Repeat from * across the entire chain. You will end with a dc in the final chain. Ch 1, turn. (100 stitches total).

Row 2 (Textured Grit Stitch)

Work 1 sc in the first stitch (which was a dc in the previous row). Work 1 dc in the next stitch (which was an sc). *Work 1 sc in the next dc, 1 dc in the next sc.* Repeat from * across to the end of the row. Ch 1, turn.

Maker Note: By stacking single crochets directly on top of double crochets and vice versa, the pattern creates an interlocking, pebbled texture that looks identical on both sides.

Texture Progression across color changes

Color Striping Pattern

To recreate the classic striped design shown in the photos:

• Rows 1 – 8: Color A (Soft Pink)
• Rows 9 – 12: Color B (White)
• Rows 13 – 20: Color A (Soft Pink)
• Rows 21 – 24: Color B (White)

Repeat this striping sequence until your blanket reaches approximately 34 inches (86 cm) long, finishing with an 8-row block of Color A.

Border Preparation and Corner Stitches

Simple Framing Border

A crisp, clean border polishes the raw edges of your blanket and locks in all color changes:

1. Round 1 (Base Border): With Color B, join with a slip stitch in any corner. Ch 1, work sc evenly around all four sides. In each of the four corners, work [1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc] to turn cleanly. Sl st to join first sc.
2. Round 2: Ch 1, work 1 hdc in each stitch around. In each ch-2 corner space, work [2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc]. Join with sl st to first hdc.
3. Round 3 (Optional Shell Edge): *Sk 1 st, 5 dc in next st, sk 1 st, sl st in next st.* Repeat around for a delicate scalloped edge, or finish with a simple slip-stitch round for modern clean lines.

Video Tutorial Reference

Prefer visual step-by-step guidance? Follow along with the detailed demonstration video below:

Washing & Blocking Your Blanket

Once you weave in your ends, gently steam block or wet block your blanket using interlocking foam mats. Blocking straightens the border edges, squares the corners, and softens the fibers for a cloud-like feel against delicate skin.