This Adorable Crochet Bunny Blanket is so easy to crochet! All you need to know how to do is to crochet single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches. The project is crocheted one row at a time and has a beautiful soft fringe on both side edges. This means you have no ends to sew in either! Learn more about this fantastic blanket in today’s review and giveaway!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this pattern to review from Shady Lane Original Crochet Designs. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
ePattern: Bunny Blanket Afghan
Designer:Martha Gorka for Shady Lane Original Crochet Designs
Current Price (*subject to change):*$5.95 USD
This month, Carol Hegar from Shady Lane Original Crochet Designs has given me a copy of her this Adorable Bunny Blanket ePatternto review and a second copy to giveaway to one of my readers! This electronic booklet includes 6 pages of written instructions to make this adorable crochet afghan in two sizes.
The stitches you will be using to create these projects are:
- back loop (bl)
- beginning (beg)
- chain (ch)
- double crochet (dc)
- front loop (fl)
- loop (lp)
- loops (lps)
- single crochet (sc)
- single crochet bobble stitch (scb)
- slip stitch (sl st)
- stitch (st)
- stitches (sts)
- together (tog)
- yarn over (yo)
The Bunny Blanket Afghan is created by using a mosaic dropped double crochet technique. This technique allows you to create an image by cleverly placing dropped dc stitches into the remaining front loops of stitches from 2 rounds below.It is a very easy technique and suitable for even newer crocheters!
Carol has a helpful video tutorial available to demonstrate the dropped double crochet stitch technique.
One special stitch was used in this pattern. The special stitch is called the single crochet bobble stitch (scb) is created by making 4 sc in a single stitch and then closing them together with a bobble technique (which is very simple and outlined on page 3). It is basically a popcorn stitch created with 4 sc stitches.
Bunny Blanket Afghan Patterns
BABY AFGHAN
- Yarn: Baby Sport Weight
- Crochet Hook: 3.50 mm (E)
- Gauge: 5 sts and 5 rows = 1 inch square
- Yardage: 18 oz
- Finished Size: 38 inches X 29.5 inches
- Written Instructions: pages 3 and 4.
- Charts: pages 5 and 6.
CHILD AFGHAN
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn [4]
- Crochet Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Gauge: 4 sts and 4 rows = 1 inch square
- Yardage: 42 oz
- Finished Size: 47.5 inches X 37 inches
- Written Instructions: pages 3 and 4.
- Charts: pages 5 and 6.
The patterns are written in US Crochet terms. Graphs are included for the Bunny Blanket Afghan; however, written instructions are also provided for those who prefer working from the written out directions.
Bunny Blanket Afghan #511.Little bunny rabbits all in a row. Designed by Martha Gorka. Instructions for 38 x 29 1/2 ” baby size made from 18 oz. baby yarn, and 47 1/2 x 37″ child-size made from 42 oz. worsted weight yarn. Made from just single and double crochet stitches. Written instructions as well as option of using graph.
Carol Hegar, Shadylane Original Crochet Designs
The Bunny Blanket Afghan ePattern is available for purchase from Shady Lane Original Crochet Designs. The current price (which is subject to change) at the time of this post being written is $5.95 USD.
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If you win the giveaway and you have already purchased the booklet, Carol will be happy to substitute another Shady Lane ePattern of your choice from her designs!
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Learn how to crochet this adorable bunny blanket with simple single and double crochet stitches. No sewing needed with soft fringe edges.
Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
Introduction
As an expert in crochet, I can provide information about the concepts mentioned in the article about the Adorable Crochet Bunny Blanket. Crocheting is a popular craft that involves creating fabric using yarn and a crochet hook. The Bunny Blanket pattern mentioned in the article uses single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches to create a beautiful blanket with a soft fringe on both side edges. The pattern also introduces the mosaic dropped double crochet technique and the single crochet bobble stitch. I will provide more details about these techniques and stitches in the following sections.
Crochet Stitches Used
The Bunny Blanket pattern uses two basic crochet stitches: single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc). These stitches are commonly used in crochet projects and are essential for creating various patterns and designs. Here's a brief explanation of each stitch:
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Single crochet (sc): The single crochet stitch is a basic stitch that creates a tight and dense fabric. It involves inserting the crochet hook into a stitch, yarn over, and pulling a loop through the stitch. Then, yarn over again and pull through both loops on the hook.
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Double crochet (dc): The double crochet stitch is taller than the single crochet stitch and creates a looser fabric. It involves yarn over, inserting the hook into a stitch, yarn over again, and pulling a loop through the stitch. Then, yarn over and pull through the first two loops on the hook, yarn over again, and pull through the remaining two loops.
These two stitches are the foundation for many crochet projects and can be combined in various ways to create different textures and patterns.
Mosaic Dropped Double Crochet Technique
The Bunny Blanket pattern introduces the mosaic dropped double crochet technique. This technique allows you to create an image or design by cleverly placing dropped double crochet stitches into the remaining front loops of stitches from two rounds below. It adds texture and visual interest to the blanket.
To use the mosaic dropped double crochet technique, you will need to follow the written instructions and charts provided in the pattern. The technique is suitable for crocheters of all skill levels, including beginners. If you need additional guidance, the pattern also includes a helpful video tutorial by Carol Hegar from Shady Lane Original Crochet Designs.
Single Crochet Bobble Stitch
The Bunny Blanket pattern also includes a special stitch called the single crochet bobble stitch (scb). This stitch is created by making four single crochet stitches in a single stitch and then closing them together with a bobble technique. The bobble technique is simple and outlined on page 3 of the pattern. The single crochet bobble stitch adds texture and dimension to the blanket.
Blanket Sizes and Materials
The Bunny Blanket pattern provides instructions for two sizes: baby afghan and child afghan. The baby afghan is made with baby sport weight yarn and a 3.50 mm (E) crochet hook. The finished size is approximately 38 inches by 29.5 inches. The child afghan is made with worsted weight yarn and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook. The finished size is approximately 47.5 inches by 37 inches.
The pattern includes written instructions for both sizes, as well as charts for those who prefer working from visual representations. It's important to note that the patterns are written in US crochet terms.
Conclusion
The Adorable Crochet Bunny Blanket is a charming project that can be easily crocheted using single crochet and double crochet stitches. The pattern introduces the mosaic dropped double crochet technique and the single crochet bobble stitch to add texture and visual interest to the blanket. With the provided instructions and materials, crocheters of all skill levels can create this beautiful bunny blanket.
Please note that the information provided is based on this article, and I have not personally reviewed the pattern or tried it myself.
