Row 1: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 1 dc2tog), * skip 2 chs, v-st in next ch, skip 2 chs, (v-st, ch 1, v-st) in next ch, skip 2 chs, v-st in next ch, skip 2 chs **, dc2tog over (next ch, skip 1 ch, next ch) rep from * across, ending last repeat at **, dc2tog over last 2 chs, turn. The instructions for the baby blanket are further down the page. Follow the instructions below on how to make a sample swatch and you can easily work out the size you need. The multiple of the v-stitch ripple is 14 chains plus 3 extra chains for the foundation row.

Work the last yarn over at the end of the row with the next colour, for a neat colour change.

Gauge is not important for this pattern.

The pattern is written in US Crochet Terms.Stitch Multiple is 14 ch (+3) for foundation row.You can make a smaller or larger blanket by chaining a shorter or longer foundation chain. Instructions are given to make the blanket pictured in this pattern.If you make a smaller or larger blanket, keep in mind your yardage requirements will vary.Ch 2 at the beginning of a row counts as an incomplete dc and is part of the first dc2tog.Yo, insert your hook into the chain or chain space specified, yo and pull up a loop (3 loops on the hook), yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook (2 loops on the hook), yo, insert your hook into the next ch or ch sp specified, yo and pull up a loop (4 loops on the hook), yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook (3 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all 3 loops on the hook. (1dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in space/stitch indicatedĭouble Crochet 2 together (dc2tog) over 2 chains or stitches One ball in each of the following colours (1218)īlanket in pattern measures 30in x 34in unblocked Special Stitches Stylecraft Special Aran – 100% Acrylic / 196m/214yds / 100g

Beginner crochet ripple afghan pattern