Inspired by the “EASY Crochet Pattern for Beginners!” tutorial by WooL Work, this pattern features a simple yet elegant stitch that creates a textured, plush fabric with a beautiful drape. We call this the Cloud Bloom Stitch because the repeating blocks resemble soft, puffy floral clusters nestled in a delicate mesh. This two-row repeat is highly relaxing and perfect for large projects like baby blankets, scarves, or wraps.
This pattern is written for a versatile Standard Receiving/Stroller Baby Blanket size.
📋 Project Details & Materials
| Item | Detail | Notes |
| Project | Cloud Bloom Baby Blanket | Approx. 36 inches wide x 40 inches long (Customizable) |
| Skill Level | Beginner | Uses only SC, DC, and chains. Requires counting and pattern recognition. |
| Yarn | Worsted Weight (Category 4) or DK Weight (Category 3) | A soft, machine-washable acrylic or cotton blend is recommended for baby items. |
| Hook | 5.0 mm (H/8) or size needed to achieve a soft, flexible gauge. | If using DK weight, consider a 4.0 mm hook. |
| Notions | Tapestry needle, Scissors. |
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this project. Aim for a fabric that is soft and drapes well, rather than being stiff.
- Stitch Gauge: 1 Block/Cluster (3 DC) and 1 SC should measure approximately 1.25 inches wide.
- Row Gauge: 4 rows (2 pattern repeats) should measure approximately 1.5 inches tall.
📚 Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| Ch | Chain |
| St(s) | Stitch(es) |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| DC | Double Crochet |
| Sl St | Slip Stitch |
| Sp | Space |
| Sk | Skip |
| Beg | Beginning |
Part 1: The Cloud Bloom Stitch Pattern
The blanket is worked flat, back and forth in rows. The pattern is based on a 2-Row Repeat.
Step 1: Foundation Chain
Chain a multiple of 3 + 2 for the desired width.
For a 36-inch wide blanket, Chain 107 (35 repeats of 3, plus 2).
Row 1 (Foundation):
- SC in the 2nd Ch from hook and in each Ch across. Ch 3 (counts as 1st DC), turn. (106 SC)
Row 2 (Mesh Setup – DC & Chain):
- DC in the first SC (same stitch as Ch 3).
- *Ch 1, Sk 1 SC, DC in the next SC.
- Rep from * across, ending with: Ch 1, Sk 1 SC, DC in the last SC. Ch 1, turn.(You will have 53 DC and 52 Ch-1 spaces.)
Row 3 (Cloud Bloom Block):
This is the textured row where the “blooms” are formed.
- SC in the first DC.
- *Work 3 DC into the next Ch-1 Sp. SC into the next DC.
- Rep from * across, ending with: 3 DC into the last Ch-1 Sp, SC into the top of the turning Ch 3. Ch 3 (counts as 1st DC), turn.(You should have 53 SC and 52 DC from the clusters/blocks.)
Row 4 (Mesh Setup Repeat):
This row resets the spacing, preparing for the next block row.
- DC in the first SC (same stitch as Ch 3).
- *Ch 1, Sk 1 DC, DC in the next DC.
- Ch 1, Sk 1 DC, DC in the next SC (This is the center SC of the previous row’s cluster).
- Rep from * across, ending with: Ch 1, Sk 1 DC, DC into the top of the turning Ch 1. Ch 1, turn.
Row 5 (Cloud Bloom Block Repeat):
This row is worked exactly like Row 3.
- SC in the first DC.
- *Work 3 DC into the next Ch-1 Sp. SC into the next DC.
- Rep from * across, ending with: 3 DC into the last Ch-1 Sp, SC into the top of the turning Ch 3. Ch 3 (counts as 1st DC), turn.
Step 3: Continuing the Blanket Body
Repeat Rows 4 and 5 until the blanket measures approximately 40 inches long, or your desired length, ending on a Row 5 repeat (a Cloud Bloom Block row).
Part 2: Final Edge and Border
To finish the blanket with a clean, stable edge, we will work one final row and a simple border.
Final Row (SC Stabilizer)
End after a Row 5 (Block Row).
- Ch 1, turn. SC in the first SC.
- SC in the next 3 DC. SC in the next SC.
- Rep Step 2 across, ensuring you have one SC in every DC and SC from the previous row. (106 SC)
- Fasten off if changing colors for the border, or Sl St to the Beg SC to start the border.
Border (Simple HDC Edge)
- Round 1 (HDC): Ch 2 (does not count as St). HDC evenly around all four sides of the blanket.
- Work 3 HDC into each of the four corners.
- On the side edges (working into the row ends), work 2 HDC for every DC row end, and 1 HDC for every SC row end, or simply place them evenly to prevent puckering or rippling.
- Sl St to the top of the Beg Ch 2 to join.
- Round 2 (Reverse SC/Crab Stitch – Optional): Ch 1, SC backward (working from left to right for right-handers) into each HDC around. This creates a ropelike edge. Sl St to the Beg SC.
Finishing:
- Fasten off yarn and weave in all ends securely using a tapestry needle.
- Blocking (Optional): Lightly block the blanket using steam or a wet method to relax the fibers and even out the drape.
Your Cloud Bloom Baby Blanket is now ready!
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