A simple patchwork background of plain and striped squares worked in half trebles is appliquéd with a selection of crochet motifs and letters to create this covetable baby blanket.

Size: Approximately 75cm wide x 100cm long

How much yarn: 3 x 50g balls of Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino in each of five colours:

• A - green (shade 018)
• B - yellow (shade 001)
• C - blue (shade 204)
• D - pink (shade 015)
• E - cream (shade 101)