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Super Easy Crocheted Edge Pattern


Crochet Edge CollageI purchased this cute baby blanket while at Ikea recently.  It’s super cute, but I thought it needed something a little extra to bring it up a notch.  I decided to add a crocheted shell edge to it, and I think it looks simply adorable.  What do you think?  Do you want to give it a try?  I’m here to help you!  All you need is a blanket, yarn and crochet needle.

Crocheted Edge BlanketAdding an edge to a fleece blanket like this one is super easy.  The trick is to purchase a blanket that already has stitching around it for you to use.  All you have to do is insert your hook through the top of the blanket stitch, pull a loop through, and start crocheting as usual.  Since my blanket is a baby blanket, I used soft, baby yarn for my edging. You can choose whatever type of yarn you wish, as long as it isn’t bulky.  I used the needle size suggested on the yarn label for my project.

Crocheted Edge on BlanketHere is the pattern for the edging I added to this adorable baby blanket!

Crocheted Shell Edging

After joining yarn through the blanket stitch, chain 1.

Round 1:  Work 1 SC in every stitch until you reach the corner.  For rounded corners, work 2 SC in the three corner stitches.  For straight corners, work 3 SC in the corner stitch.  Continue working SC around the blanket, joining with a SL ST in the 1st stitch.

Round 2:  Chain 1.  Work 1 SC in the first stitch, skip the next stitch, 5 DC in next, skip next stitch, *1 SC in the next stitch, skip next stitch, 5 DC in next stitch, repeat from * around, ending with a SL ST in the 1st stitch.  Fasten off and weave in ends.

Note:  You may have to improvise if your blanket doesn’t have the correct number of stitches.  For this blanket, I had to skip an extra stitch to make sure the SL ST was joined properly.

Crocheted Blanket Edge

Crocheted Edging on Blanket

Blanket with Crocheted EdgeSo, what do you think of this crocheted edging?  I think it’s a great way to add some pizzazz to a simple blanket.  You can find fleece blankets pretty cheap at discount stores, and personalize them with some yarn and a little bit of effort!

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  1. Angela says

    November 13, 2014 at 18:10

    Very clever way to dress it up. I hadn’t thought about that blanket stitch being such a good opportunity to crochet onto.

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      November 16, 2014 at 18:05

      Yes, it is so easy to use the blanket stitch to add a beautiful new edging, so be sure to try it out. Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  2. Stella Lee (@Purfylle) says

    November 16, 2014 at 18:08

    I LOVE this. Adding your own blanket stitch is pretty simple too.

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      November 16, 2014 at 18:33

      Thanks! Yes, you can add your own blanket stitch, but I always love saving a step. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Linda Kelley says

    June 14, 2016 at 22:41

    First time I ever seen that, adding a border on something bought!! I Love the way it turned out!! I’ll have to give it a try?? I need to get the pattern!! Do you think it would work on a larger blanket??? Oh by the way I love your site!! I am glad I found you !!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      June 15, 2016 at 08:22

      Thanks, Linda. I’m sure you could do the same on a larger blanket, too. It’s an easy pattern to follow and I think you’ll enjoy it. I’m so glad you found my site, too! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Patsy Gillmore says

    April 22, 2018 at 19:48

    I’m a bbeginner crocher and have a great niece due in August. I want to try this blanket lace, so glad I found your page,wish me luck,trust me I’ll need it.
    I also need the pattern for the lace on the blanket.

    Reply

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