Baby Granny Three Ways

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This is the epitome of a baby blanket - soft, fun and adorable.  This simple crochet pattern makes a great gift.  You'll want to make a Baby Granny Three Ways for anyone who is expecting.  Easy to make and customize, this crocheted afghan pattern is great for beginners and advanced crochet fans.  Whether you're making it for a little girl or boy, this blanket is sure to bring a smile to everyone's face.  Best of all, you get 3 versions with this one pattern, so it's like getting 3 blankets in one!

Baby Granny Three Ways

Materials:

Version 1

  • 1 ball Red Heart "Soft Baby Steps" yarn in Baby Yellow (A)
  • 2 balls Red Heart "Soft Baby Steps" yarn in Baby Green (B)
  • 2 balls Red Heart "Soft Baby Steps" yarn in Baby Blue (C)
  • 5.5mm [US I-9] crochet hook
  • Yarn needle

Version 2

  • 1 ball Red Heart TLC "Baby Amoré" yarn in Baby Print (B)
  • 1 ball Red Heart TLC "Baby Amoré" yarn in Yellow (A)
  • 2 balls Red Heart TLC "Baby Amoré" yarn in Orchid (C)
  • 5.5mm [US I-9] crochet hook
  • Yarn needle

Version 3

  • 1 ball Red Heart "Baby Clouds" yarn in Cloud (A)
  • 1 ball Red Heart "Baby Clouds" yarn in Serene Green (C)
  • 2 balls Red Heart "Baby Clouds" yarn in Sunny Multi (B)
  • 10mm [US N-15] crochet hook
  • Yarn needle

 

Gauge:

  • Version 1:  Rnds 1-4 = 4 1/2” x 4 1/2”. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
  • Version 2:  Rnds 1-4 = 5 1/2” x 5 1/2”. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
  • Version 3:  Rnds 1-2 = 5” x 5”. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

 

Special Abbreviations:

  • X-st (worked over next 2 sts) = Skip next dc, dc in next dc, working behind dc just completed, dc in skipped dc.
  • X-st in ch-1 space = Dc in ch-1 space, working behind dc just completed, dc in same space.
  • Beginning corner = (ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc) all in same space.
  • Corner = (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) all in same space.

 

Instructions:

Version 1
Color Order: 4 rnds CB, [3 rnds CA, 3 rnds CC, 3 rnds CB] 3 times, 2 more rnds CB, 1 rnd CC.
Afghan measures 36” x 36”.

  1. With CB, ch 4; join with a slip st in 4th ch from hook to form a ring.
     
  2. Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1), [dc in ring, ch 1] 7 times; join with a slip st in 3rd ch of ch-4.
     
  3. Rnd 2: (Slip st, beginning corner) all in next ch-1 space, [2 dc in next ch-1 space, corner in next ch-1 space] 3 times, 2 dc in last ch-1 space; join in top of ch-3.
     
  4. Rnd 3: Slip st in next dc, ch 3, working behind ch just made, dc in same st as joining (beginning X-st made), * (X-st, ch 1, X-st) all in next ch-1 space, work X-st across; repeat from * around; join.
     
  5. Rnd 4: Slip st in space before next dc (in middle of X-st), ch 3, dc in same space, 2 dc in middle of next X-st, * corner in ch-1 space, 2 dc in middle of each X-st across; repeat from * around; join. Fasten off.
     
  6. Rnd 5: Join next color in any corner ch-1 space; beginning corner in same space, * working in back loops only, dc in each dc across **, corner in ch-1 space; repeat from * around, end at **; join.
     
  7. Rnds 6 and 7: Repeat Rnds 3 and 4.
     
  8. Rnds 8-31: Repeat Rnds 5-7 eight times. At end of Rnd 31, do not fasten off CB.
     
  9. Rnds 32 and 33: Ch 3, dc in each dc around and work corner in each corner ch-1 space; join – 130 dc between corner spaces. At end of Rnd 33, fasten off CB.
     
  10. Rnd 34: Join CC in any ch-1 corner space; ch 3, 6 dc in same space, * skip next dc, slip st in next dc, [skip next 3 dc, 7 dc in next dc, skip next 3 dc, slip st in next dc] 16 times **, 7 dc in ch-1 space; repeat from * around, end at **; join. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

 

Version 2
Afghan measures 38” x 38”.

  1. Rnds 1-28: Work same as Version 1 except work in both loops throughout. At end of Rnd 28, do NOT fasten off CC.
     
  2. Rnds 29 and 30: Ch 3, dc in each dc across sides and work corner in ch-1 spaces; join.
     
  3. Rnd 31: Work 1 rnd Reverse sc; join. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

 

Version 3
Color Order: [2 rnds each B, A, C] twice, 3 rnds B.
Afghan measures 36” x 36”.

  1. Rnds 1 and 2: Work same as Version 1. Fasten off.
     
  2. Rnd 3: Join next color in any ch-1 space; beginning corner in same space, * dc in each dc across **, corner in ch-1 space; repeat from * around, end at **; join.
     
  3. Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc, * corner in ch-1 space, dc across next side; repeat from * around; join. Fasten off.
     
  4. Rnds 5-14: Repeat Rnds 3 and 4 five times. At end of Rnd 14, do not fasten off B.
     
  5. Rnd 15: Ch 3, dc in each dc to corner space, * corner in space, dc in each dc across; repeat from * around; join. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

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This is so exciting to make, there are three versions. I'd like to make all three. Great as a christening or shower gift for either a baby girl or a baby boy. The pattern is just right on the same page. I've pinned this project for future reference.

a great pattern i have made this one twice

I think this is a really vibrantly colored blanket, and so it should be a favorite for any growing baby. I make baby blankets regularly, 16 grandchildren and now lots of my daughter's friends are having babies too.

I reallly like all three versions of the baby blanket. I have just recently learned to crochet the granny square baby blanket and I will definitely do these! Fern

I love that this afghan has three vesions. It looks like it is quick and when all of your daughters' friends are having babies, there are a lot of requests for me to make baby afghans.

I like the granny square blanket better than the blocks blanket.

I think this pattern is more fun than the blocks.

The Granny Blanket is livelier to me. Looks like fun to make.

I really like this one better. To me it is a lot quicker to make and if you have to stop quickly its easy to figure out where you are at.

I really like this one better.

I really do like this the best it is easier to do all faster.

I like the way the pattern is and it is so pretty in different colors the way it is set up.

I really like this pattern. I love the fact that there are various variations, and therefore there are a lot of options on how to make it the way everyone likes it best.

This is definately the better pattern can't wait to try it!!!

I definitely like this one better. I already made this one once. Plan on making another.

Love this pattern. Absolutely adorable.

I love this pattern. It's different. And appears to be an easier read for us beginners. Thank you!

Would make it right now!#2vers 2 have 8 more rows left on this one.

I would make this blanket for someone who was going to have their first child!

I like this one better because I'm a little more partial to granny squares. They are easier to put together and there are so many variations color-wise and pattern-wise.

I like like the Granny square three way it is easy and simple

Granny 3 ways is my choice. Colourful and no sewing up!! Make it while watching TV or talking, no problem.

I would choose the baby granny 3-ways one, I don't like sewing projects together. crochet mom

This version is one of those mindless patters that are so very easy to do. I like the look of Granny squares---but hate tucking in the ends of blocks! This would be the one for me!

I like the Granny Sq. better no thinking and no sewing together after.

I just like the looks of this one better. So cute. Can't wait to I am able to do something like this (I'm only a beginner).

I like this one because it can be done faster and you really don't have to think about what you're doing. Just get on it and "git 'er done!!" :-)

Looks much faster and wouldn't tire of making it as quickly

This one is a lot more interesting.

Cannot tell you how many times I've used this pattern, not only for baby blankets, but larger afghans for sofas, chairs, beds, etc. It's an easy pattern, you can choose the colors and yarn and it works up fast. Kind of a 'no-brainer' that can be done while watching tv or listening to music. Love it.

I like this blanket better because it would work up a lot faster and I really like the color combinations to0.

I prefer this pattern as it is quicker and more versatile. Sharon

I love this...a person could make any color combination they wanted to...I've been wanting to make an afghan in the round and here's my chance ! ! !

I like the Granny Baby 3 ways - will try to adapt it for the 18" doll

This is the one for me!

I love the Granny Baby 3 ways. I will make this one

love this version as sewing squares together is not my thing. You can make several by changing colors and they never look the same!

I love this little baby afghan. I don't like to sew squares together. This type of afghan goes together quickly and there is so much you can do to change it up just by color changes. jch1224

These make me think of the "never ending granny square" pattern I've used for years. I like to do 3 dc + ch 1 instead of the 2 dc + ch 1. I think it makes it more solid-looking.

I love the all in one granny and rather not sew pieces together

I love doing an all in one granny square!! I haven't done this pattern but I have done a lot of one big granny square, I use white cloud yarns and they turn out wonderful. I know some kids 5 years old still using their blankets I made them.

I like this one best esp in the green blue yellow colourways. Looks like it would last for a long time.

I prefer this one.

I like this one because it can be done 3 ways & that helps me when I need more than one at one time

Like this one the best

I think this pattern is more interesting than the other one.

I love this pattern because there is no sewing involved!! I always do one piece afghans!!

Hi, viftoo 7775476. For specific questions about the pattern instructions, I would suggest the following options: 1. You can contact the pattern designer directly for help. The designer is specified in the byline. 2. I might also suggest that you try posting your question to our sites Facebook page. It is monitored by the editor and is a great resource for helpful tips and suggestions from our Facebook friends; perhaps they can offer some guidance! Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/FaveCrafts Thanks! - Editors of FaveCrafts

I need help with the 'X' stich and the corner instructions. Please advisebr br Vivian Franklinbr

pictures 1 and 3 do not show up! Please fix!

I also do not see pictures 1 and 3. Please fix this..

The pictures of Version 1 and 3 don't show up for me. Is there any way that they can be fixed or someone can send me what they look like? I really like to know what something is supposed to look like before I make it. Thank you.

I printed out the directions, but do not understand the "X" stitch or the corner instructions It's very pretty and want to make it for a present.

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