We love how cozy and comfortable this blanket is especially for your delicate newborns, and we're not just talking about how it feels. Its appearance would remind anyone of the warm, happy memories of laying in the sand. Scroll down for the free pattern, or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

The Sand Preemie Blanket Crochet Pattern
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The Sand Preemie Crochet Blanket is just what you need to cover your newest bundle of joy. Preemies in particular need a little extra TLC and extra warmth so this crochet blanket is perfect for that.
Every time I looked at this blanket, I saw sand in the colors. (Maybe it's because I have always loved the beach.) Anyways, as soon as I saw the picture below, I knew this blanket was going to be The Sand Preemie Blanket. I love how this blanket has a sandy-looking texture and neutral sand color for any baby!
Before we get to the pattern, if you're thinking of making some more blankets for the little ones in your life and you love learning from videos, you might want to check out the professionally filmed video tutorial for making a Log Cabin Baby Blanket here.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials:
Hook: US Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Yarn:
- 766 yds worsted weight yarn (shown in a self-striping colorway).
Notions:
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Size:
28.5 x 33 inches
Gauge:
12 dc x 8 rows = 4 inches
Pattern uses US crochet terms
ABBREVIATIONS | DESCRIPTION |
---|---|
ch | Chain |
dc | Double crochet |
hdc | Half double crochet |
rnd | Round |
sc | Single crochet |
sk | Skip |
sl st | Slip stitch |
sp | Space |
st(s) | Stitch(es) |
Pattern
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Ch 87
Row 1: (Sc, hdc, dc) in 3rd ch from hook, sk next 2 chs, [(sc, hdc, dc) in next ch, sk next 2 chs] across to last ch, sc in last ch. (29 sc, 28 hdc, 28 dc)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, (sc, hdc, dc) in first sc, sk next 2 sts, [(sc, hdc, dc) in next sc, sk next 2 sts] across to last st, sc in last st.
Rows 3-69: Repeat row 2.
Border:
Join rnds where indicated with a sl st in the first st of the rnd.
Rnd 70: Ch 1, sc in each st across to last st, 3 sc in last st, working in sides of rows, sc in each row across, working in bottom of foundation ch, 3 sc in first ch, sc in each ch across to last ch, 3 sc in last ch, working in sides of rows, sc in each row across, 2 sc in same st as beginning of rnd, join, sl st in each of next 2 sts. (318 sc)
Rnds 71: Ch 2 (does not count as a st throughout), dc in each of first 81 sts, ch 3, sk next 3 sts, dc in each of sts, ch 3, sk next 3 sts, dc in each of next 70 sts, ch 3, sk next 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, join. (306 dc, 4 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 72: Ch 2, [dc in each st across to next ch-3 sp, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next ch-3 sp] 4 times, dc in each of last 2 sts, join. (322 dc, 4 ch-3 sps)
Stitch count will increase by 16 dc with each repeat of rnd 72.
Rnds 73-75: Repeat rnd 72. (370 dc, 4 ch-3 sps) Rnd 76 is worked backwards, in the opposite direction from normal (left to right if you are right-handed, right to left if you are left-handed). This causes the yarn to twist over the stitches as you work, creating the rope like edging.
Rnd 76 (Crab stitch edging): Ch 1, working in the opposite direction from normal, [sc in each st across to previous ch-3 sp, 3 sc in ch-3 sp] 4 times, sc in each st across to beginning of rnd, join. (374 sc)
Fasten off.
Weave in all ends.
So, do you love this crochet blanket as much as I do?
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Hi I’ve been searching high and low for a baby blanket for a boy with an intermediate skill level that I just absolutely fell in love with…. and then I came across this fabulous pattern on Ravelry… once I started reading the pattern and figuring out the measurements is when I realized it’s for a preemie and unfortunately that’s not what I’m looking for. I’m looking for a 36″ x 36″ or as close to this size as possible and I was wondering and hoping that maybe you could help me or guide me to make this absolutely beautiful pattern closer to this size? Thank you for taking the time to read this and I’d love to get any feedback or help you might have.