Wrap your darling infant in this cozy little blanket that you can crochet in very little time. Bands of lace shells with little puffs are artfully separated by eyelet rows.

Work it in a light sport weight yarn for the perfect size for your newborn. Or, try it with a soft worsted weight yarn for a bigger blanket. Whatever yarn you use—choose something soft and sweet!

Follow written directions for this easy-to-learn pattern.

Finished measurements unblocked are: about 34” (86cm) wide x 35” (89cm) long.

Yarn: 1100 yards (1006m) baby sport weight. Sample was crocheted using 2 balls Bernat Baby Sport Yarn in color—Baby baby ombre; 100% Acrylic; 893yards/816m; 280g/9.8oz per ball.

Hooks and notions: Size H/8 (5mm) crochet hook for beginning chain, and size G/7 (4mm) crochet hook for blanket; yarn needle to sew in loose ends.