No Border Easy Crochet Baby Afghan
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- čas přidán 11. 02. 2024
- This is a very quick and easy baby afghan to make and it does NOT need a border! It creates one as you go! How cool is that?! I used "baby" yarn and a size G hook for this project which has been in my UFO bin for at least 10 years! HAHA! You can also do this pattern with worsted weight yarn. I have made 4 adult sized afghans with this pattern as well as hats, scarves and headbands!
To view a headband made with this stitch: • Crochet Flower Headban...
To donate to Project Linus: www.projectlinus.org/
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I LOVE that you donate to "Project Linus". It's an amazing organization. I've been crocheting blankets for our local satellite chapter in our small Arizona mountain community for 5 years. In 2023 we donated about 1200 blankets to various groups from fire departments, hospital, shelters, a Navajo reservation and many others.
1200?!?! WOW! That is so great! I have just started donating to Project Linus and I was excited to find them. Last year I donated about 80 hats to my local mission. I "cheated" and used a knitting machine for many of them but mixed with some crocheted. 😊
I love this beautiful stitch, especially the no border makes it nice❤
I have made scarves, hats, ear warmers, adult size afghans with this stitch. It is so versatile!
I love this pattern.. had to watch video a few times to get the hang of it, but then it clicked. Now working on 3rd blanket. Thank you
That's great! Glad you got it figured out! I want to try this with 2 strands and yarn and a large hook!
Thank you!!! Absolutely love this blanket & how you redid pattern to include border ❤
I am glad you like it. The pattern naturally makes the scalloped border. My add was the beginning scalloped edge which didn't exist on the original pattern. Enjoy!!
Absolutely love that first row! I have never seen that done before. Made a beautiful edge!
Starting with the scalloped edge made all the difference with this pattern as the original started with a long chain, then work the afghan, then go BACK and add the edge. I wasn't sure it would even work starting with the scalloped edge but it did!!
This is the same exact pattern that is my go to! I’ve always detested the starting part so I started working on both sides of the starting chain. Certainly going to give this one a go!!
It's such a versatile stitch pattern! And fast! I think it would make a nice cardigan as well!
WOW! What a great pattern. You have made it so easy to follow with your directions. Thank you so much. Used it with ombré yarn and it came out so beautiful. Will certainly use again.
Oooooo ombre! I bet it turned out great!
@@cutiegirlcrochet9461 yes it did. Thank you again….I especially love how the beginning starts and not having to put a boarder.
This is a super pretty stitch.
I have so many projects on the go, but when I see a new stitch, I have to try it as well.
I crochet for animal shelters, and some kitty is gonna love this new blanket.
Thankyou for sharing.
You're welcome! I have some friends that work at veterinarian clinics and they love crocheted afghans for the dogs because they are less likely to chew on them! I have a small cat rescue here at my home (I have 12 cats, 3 dogs and tortoise as well as local wildlife!) and the cats LOVE the blankets!
@@cutiegirlcrochet9461 I've never thought about vet clinics needing blankets as well, I usually crochet a few and then head to the Humane Society with them, it gives me a reason to visit and get extra snuggles!
That pattern works up easily and beautifully, I had a hard time putting it down last night.
How clever! I love the way you create the starting chain! 😘❤️🌹
With the original pattern, it started with a chain. You would work the whole afghan then go back and add a scallop on that one end. My first couple of projects are made like that. But I just knew there was an easier way! Enjoy!
Lovely stitch for a scarf, too. I make scarfs by the boxful...along with hats.....for charity...this is going to be in my pattern list of "scarfs to make" for this next winter. Making it tactile would be interesting in a scarf as well. Thank you for the tutorial.🤗
YES! I made a hat and scarf set in this stitch (I will have to do the hat in a video) and it was super pretty! I donate a lot too to my local mission. And the tactile scarf is a great idea!!
Very pretty pattern, thank you for this easy to follow tutorial.❤🌹🌹.
You're welcome! I think I am a lazy crocheter...and I like to make things that are simple but look complicated! Haha Because this pattern is so easy, it's a go to for me!
I love this pattern. I can’t wait to get started
I am glad that you like it! It is one of my go to's and I use it for so many things!
Thank you. Yes it is so satisfying helping others, I help other ladies to learn new things with crochet & even one man, and yes it is like giving an offering or tithe when you give what you make to those in need. And I feel truly blessed to be able to do that, hoping it will help someone and hopefully make someone happy. Be well and stay safe, you are doing something wonderful.❤🌹🌹🙏.
Thank you. That is very sweet of you to say. I love this hobby (addiction 😃)!
Your first row is Genius! A variation of this pattern has been my go-to pattern for years but then I always had to add a border to the bottom of the blanket but it never looked like 22:46 the sides and top. Can’t wait to try this. Thank you for sharing.
I am happy that you like it! It's my fave!
I adore this pattern! Thank you so much for posting. I just started an “easy” baby blanket but after 3 rows wasn’t sure I wanted to finish it. Out goes the 3 rows and I’m going to make this pattern!!
You'll love it! Let me know how you do!
Beautiful stitch. Workable even for a beginner. Thanks
You’re welcome 😊 It's simply my fave, go to stitch. ❤️
I love this! I have made several baby blankets with a similar pattern and the starting row was ugly and required a border. Your pattern is genius. Thank you.
You are welcome. ANYTHING to not have to add a border!! Haha!!
I was looking for an easy, fast and lacy baby blanket like this! It’s perfect and beautiful! Thanks for the tutorial! Blessings!💕
You're going to love it. And you'll be shocked at how fast it works up. It can be a bit lacy but they are very sturdy, too. I have 2 adult sized blankets that I made decades ago and they are still so great! Enjoy!!
I have only just found you. Your extremely easy to follow , thank you for this beautiful easy blanket pattern, I also donate to charity so always looking for new ideas x
This is a great pattern to use for donated items because it is so quick, simple and easy.
Beautiful blanket and lovely pattern. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you and you are welcome! This is the stitch that I use when I need something quick that looks nice....my "in a pinch" stitch!!
GORGEOUS GORGEOUS GORGEOUS. Thank You. Love from Ontario, Canada ❤
You are welcome! I like that it's easy AND it looks great! 😊
Thank you for sharing I love this stitch I have used it on baby matinee coats.your right it would make a lovely ladies top sweater.i crochet for charity too here in Ireland.💖💖
I am half Irish on my Mom's side. Her Mom was Irish and her Grandma was born in County Cork. I am planning a trip in a few years to see if I can find her record of birth in the archives somewhere. Can't wait to visit!
Thank you for sharing this. Love the beginning row ❤ I really love this stitch.
I get bored also. So for my daughters cardigan I’ve done a different stitch for every row; a closed stitch row then an open stitch row. Not bored and nearly finished 😁
Those types of patterns are my fave, where every row is different...especially I many colors are used. Solid colors are great but my faves are the things screaming with color!
I also make blankets for Linus. Look forward to sharing this pattern with the other blanketeers:)
That's great! Yes, they'll love it! Thanks so much!
At last, a baby blanket that doesn't start with a long string of chains. I find them very fiddly, and almost unmanageable,not to mention hard to get the right number!
I feel the same way. The ones I make I begin with a chain of 100. Mine look wonky until I finish row one.
With me, I love this pattern for the simple fact that I can skip the border step. When it's done, it's done. Not that borders are bad. They look great on most projects. But to not have that step is a win in my book!
Love this pattern! Thank you so much for sharing 😊
You're welcome! I hope that you use it for lots of different things! Do you have anything in mind?
Welcome Back! Great pattern and good charity to donate to!
Thank you! I am excited to get back at it. It's not without It's challenges relearning everything but I'm having fun!
I’m new, and I love this pattern
Thank you so much
Welcome! I hope you will enjoy the things I create. I have many fun things planned so stay tuned!! 😊
Genius! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you. I like simplicity. While more challenging projects have their appeal, I really like ease.
Great pattern! ❤
Thanks! I am glad that you like it. SUPER easy!!
Just found you today! Love this pattern and I will definitely make this for my next project! No border is great for me. Thank you for sharing!🙏🏽😅 10:57
You're welcome! I love that it doesn't require the extra step of a border. And it's easy. And it's pretty!!
New subscriber. I love anything crochet, and I love this pattern. Thank you for sharing 😊
You're welcome! It's so easy and works up so fast that it's great for last minute gifts. I'm interested in seeing if this stitch would work for a graphghan!? 🤔
Yes I get bored too, I have a few unfinished blankets. And I donate the things I crochet to homeless, veterans and other charities.🌹🌹🌹🌹❤.
That's so great! I truly believe that people should share their talents...a tithe of sorts. I love working on projects with others as well as solo projects. I like knowing that I am helping someone stay warm, stay comfortable or feel like someone cares. ❤️
Love it 💜
Thank you!!
Thanks for sharing. God bless
Thank you! You are welcome. Same to you. 🙏
Just found you today.
I fell in love with this pattern and will start tomorrow.
Brilliant pattern , greetings from Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
Hi!! I am Irish from my Mom's side of the family. My great grandmother was born in County Cork. Ireland is on the retirement bucket list! My sister is going next year. I am so happy you like the pattern! Let me know how you get on with it!
So you just have a one row repeat of the 2nd row? I've got it!!!❤🎉🎉
The second row is a little different than the third so it would be a third row repeat but yes! Super simple!!
I got lost after the last "block". I tried to enlarge the screen so that I could see it better without much luck. I'll watch it another few times to so if I can catch it. It's a beautiful pattern!
Is it the second row that is unclear? If so, I can try and explain for you...
@@cutiegirlcrochet9461yes, at the beginning, I can't see exactly where to put the first few stitches. I didn't get a chance to watch it again yesterday but will try again today. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR REPLYING.
So, you end your "segments" with a double crochet. When you start the second row, insert your hook in the very last "spot" at the end of those double crochets. It's not really a stitch...but the end of the double crochet stitch. It makes a natural little hole that you can insert your hook into. I hope that helps!! It's a little challenging to explain and I am sorry that I didn't make that clearer in the video.
@@cutiegirlcrochet9461Thank you so much!
I subscribed💖
I appreciate that! I have fun things planned and hopefully you will like those, too!
Could you show how to change colors for this blanket 😊
Hi. Change colors at the end of the row before the chain 2 at the end. I either do the double knot method or I have also just tired the new and old yarn together and woven in the ends. Then chain 2, turn, and carry on. I hope that helps!
And would love to see how to use this pattern for a baby beanie
Look at my video for Crochet Flower Headband. If you follow that but only do the amount of starting segments for a baby, that might get you started if you are a more advanced crocheter. But I will put it on the list of projects to do. Thanks for the idea!!
Thank you for this tutorial 😊! I remember Sayelle yarn, but definitely didn’t remember this pattern! I wonder if the pattern was in a 1980’s Crochet World magazine! I’ll have to dig through my old mags! It’ll be a treasure hunt 🎉Yay! Thanks again 🤗💕!
I'm fairly certain I got it off of the label but yes...maybe in a magazine! I love those older magazines. I crack up at the hairstyles!
Thank you so much for such a great instructional video - I love this pattern! I would love to know how many “scallops” you start off with when making your Project Linus Blankets. You did mention the number of rows for the length but I’m wondering about the width. Michelle 🥰
Hi! For my project I started with 35 segments or scallops. The 35th one actually ends up on the side so your last row will be 34 segments. 😃
Watched video. Camera angle made it a little difficult to se where you were placing stitches. I finally got it!
Ohp! Sorry!! I got a new camera and that was either the first or second video with it. Glad you got it figured out though!
I understand how you started a new row, but did not understand how to end a row. Slip stitch? Or was that 1st row only? Very nice blanket pattern. Thank you
Hi. After you 2 dc, ch 2, sc in the last space, you simply chain 2 and turn. Once you turn, that chain 2 is your first dc for that row. I hope that makes sense and I am sorry if I wasn't clear about that.
Is it possible to start this stitch w out the scalloped edge? Do I just start w a chain and then the 2nd row? I’m looking for a pattern to add variety to an afghan made of squares. My first square is the moss stitch. I’m hoping this will compliment that stitch. Hmm, just realizing the sides are scalloped too. (Love this pattern … I’ll start using it for baby blankets.)
Yes, you can start this with a long chain then start the pattern the 3rd chain from your hook. But...you'd end up with 3 scalloped edges and one straight edge which I suppose would be fine. That sounds like a really fun afghan you are making!
Can you do this in the round like the granny or wagon wheel so you don't have to guess the width n length and not play yarn chicken? My sweaters n blankies go to a pregnancy ctr.
A pregnancy center?!?! What a great idea! I never thought of that. And I am not sure if it can be done in the round because the ease of it comes when you turn the project to work the other direction. So I think to do it in the round, you'd have to still turn each round. Hope that makes sense.
Hello my name is JoAnn im a new subscriber
Hello JoAnn!! Thank you for subscribing! I hope that you enjoy the videos and I appreciate you taking the time to say hello!!!
So on row 2 we are going into that space, not a stitch? I think that’s what you’re doing after the first couple of stitches
Hi. It's kind of a open stitch, kind of a space at the end of the DC. It's not an actual stitch because it's the end of a stitch, but anywhere in that area is fine as long as you repeat the same place all the way across. Hope that helps!
@@cutiegirlcrochet9461 gotcha and yes it answered my question perfectly thank you!
Could you tell me how much yarn you used for 36 scallops wide and 90 rows long. I am trying to make a baby blanket with what yarn I have in my stash. You don’t just go to the store and buy yarn in the town I live in. Our yarn selection is almost nonexistent. Thank you.
I will figure that out today and let you know!
Will the border stitch with other double crochet patterns?
I apologize. I am not understanding your question. Can you explain in a little more detail? Thank you! 🙏
This is a beautiful pattern but do offer a written pattern?
Hello. No. I do not have a written pattern. Unfortunately, I can't write patterns to save my soul!! I'm sorry. :(
Can. We see the one your working on❤❤❤
Hi. I was just making a small swatch for demonstration and I unraveled it after the video. I show the blanket in the first part of the video with all the different yarns that I used. 😊
Do you have a written pattern? It is hard to read on screen
Love the pattern but was not able to get a screen shot of the pattern to keep till I've finished up 3 hat and mitt sets for this month's donations.
Hi. No. I'm sorry I don't. It was off a yarn label sometime in the 90's. I don't write patterns very well but I think this is so simple I may be able to. I will try. Then I have to figure out how to link it!!
What yarn weight did you use for this video?
I used regular baby yarn. I think it was Jamie by Lion Brand.
What weight is your yarn and what size hook?
I used "Baby yarn" and a size G hook. When I realized that I hadn't put it on the video, I put it in the description box!! Whoops!
What size hook
Hi. I used an H hook for this (not sure of the mm size if you are European) but you can use whatever hook works with the yarn you choose and how loose or tight you crochet. It's very versatile!
Does this pattern have a name? Thank you.
Not that I know of or can recall. I've been using it for decades and got it off a yarn label. That's about all I know. Sorry. 😔
this is the Paris stitch. I am making several things with it right now, but your bottom border is the first I’ve seen and I love it.
Очень плохо. Ничего не видно. Нет схемы узора.
Hi. I am sorry you feel that way. I am just getting back into it and got a new camera and editing software so I am a mess right now! I apologize that you are not happy. But there are lots of CZcamsrs with lots of great videos for you to enjoy!!
Please provide a clear view of your work, improving the magnification in this videos for will also help for a better understanding. The explanations are not clear for the second row.
I am sorry. Thanks for letting me know. I just got a new camera and I am learning the in's and out's of it. I hope you are able to figure it out despite my failings.
My eyes are not that good so it’s very difficult to see where you’re putting the stitch the camera doesn’t show it very well and if you do make another video that would be wonderful❤❤❤❤❤
I am sorry about that. What area can't you see where I am putting the stitch and maybe I can explain it to you. Is it the beginning row or the rows after that?
Instruction not clear , could you go a bit slower a zoom the camera in, then I can do this thank you
Well, I can't redo the video as it is already done. I am sorry that it is not clear for you. I am still learning my new camera. Hopefully I have zoomed in closer on my next videos.
Need to go slower please thank you
Awww...well shoot. I can't slow this particular video down for you. I will try on my pending projects.
The camera is to far away Can't see what stitch you are going into
I am sorry. I just got a new camera and I am still learning about it. After row 2, you don't go into any stitches. You 2 DC, CH 2, 1SC in the chain 2 spaces of the previous row. I hope that helps.
What size hook
I used an H hook. But you can use the size hook that works with the yarn you choose. 😊