#NAPS Crochet Blanket

When you think of crochet baby blanket patterns, you probably think of designs that use pink, blue, or pastel colors. If you're looking for something a bit different, then the #NAPS Crochet Blanket just might be for you. The hip and trendy design incorporates the hashtag for a fun and whimsical look. You and the parents-to-be will love the bold look of this pattern. While this crochet baby blanket is perfect for a baby shower gift, you can probably think of a few older children and perhaps even a few adults who would love to use this blanket as a throw for an afternoon nap!

NotesNOTES: When working from chart and joining new color, work to last 2 loops on hook of last st. Draw new color through 2 loops, then proceed in new color.

Carry color not in use across top of previous row and work sts around it to prevent stranding.

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge13 sc and 14 rows = 4" [10 cm]

Finished SizeApprox 35" [89 cm] square

Materials List

• Caron Simply Soft (Solids: 6 oz/170.1 g; 315 yds/288 m; Heathers: 5 oz/141.7 g; 250 yds/228 m): Main Color (MC) Charcoal Heather (H9508), 4 balls; Contrast A Off White (39702), 1 ball
• Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Stitch marker