The Santa Baby Blanket is a red baby blanket with a fluffy white edging- a nod to Father Christmas’ iconic suit.

The main bulk of the blanket is worked back and forth, using suzette stitch. The edging is then worked around the blanket, using rows of double crochet.

Gauge: 19 sts x 17 rows = 10cm

Worked at this gauge, the finished blanket will measure approximately 68x90cm. This can be adjusted by increasing/decreasing the number of starting chains/rows (see pattern website for more info).

Gauge is not essential for this project- if your gauge is different, your blanket will just be a slightly different size. Do be aware, though, that you may need to purchase more wool if your gauge is significantly looser than mine.

Materials:

• 370g (1,093 m 1,191 yds) or 4 balls of Stylecraft Special DK in Claret (100g = 295 m 322 yds).
• 40g (136 metres 147 yards) or 2 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake DK in Cream (25g = 85 m 92 yds).†
• 4mm crochet hook
• Darning needle
• Scissors

† Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake DK has been discontinued, but any DK weight yarn will work here. A fluffy/fleece-style yarn is preferable for that cosy, Christmassy look, but is not essential.