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ABOUT
The Carnival Crib Throw is one big granny square, making for the perfect beginner-friendly crochet project. A thoughtful project for gifting (a great baby shower present!) since it’s easy and your square can be made any size. I used this blanket with both of my sons, and it went everywhere with us, from the crib, stroller, to car seat.
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MATERIALS
Yarn Used: DK—Hobbii Sunbird in colorway “Monarch (01)”
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100% Premium Acrylic
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546 yds (500 m) per 7 oz (200 g) skein
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Find this yarn on hobbii.com or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes available in your region.
Yardage Required: 2 skeins or 1043 yds
Yarn Substitution: Substitute Hobbii Sunbird with any similar light, category 3, DK weight yarn that matches gauge. Always swatch before beginning to ensure you are happy with the resulting fabric.
Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors
Hook: Size U.S. G/7 (4.5 mm)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
This finished blanket measures approximately 31” (79 cm) square.
GAUGE
4 x 4” (10 x 10 cm) = approximately 5 granny repeats across and 11 rounds
Note: Gauge is less important for a pattern like this. If you want your blanket to turn out like the sample shown, use this gauge. If you don’t mind a slight variation in size, use whichever yarn/hook combination you like and work as many rounds as desired.
TERMS + ABBREVIATIONS (U.S. Terms)
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beg: beginning
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ch(s): chain(s)
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ch-sp: chain space
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cluster: this refers to a group of 3 double crochets worked into the same space
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dc: double crochet
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hdc: half double crochet
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magic ring: see photo tutorial on page 5
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rep(s): repeat(s)
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rnd(s): round(s)
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sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
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sp: space between clusters
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st: stitch
PATTERN NOTES
Skill Level: Easy
Stitch Counts: Stitch counts are listed after each round. Each new round adds one cluster to each side of the square, for a total increase of 4 clusters (12 dc) per round.
Reversible: There is no right side or wrong side; both sides are identical.
Turning Chain: The beginning chain (ch-3) counts as the first double crochet of each round.
Construction: This blanket is worked in concentric rounds, beginning with a magic ring at the very centre.
Round Joins: In this pattern, each round is worked in joined, turned rounds. Be sure to turn your work after completing each round so that you begin the next round in the opposite direction. Each round is joined with a hdcinstead of a sl st, positioning your hook in the corner ch-sp to begin the next round.
Beginning Each Round: After turning your work, ch 3 and work 2 dc into the corner ch-sp created by the hdc join of the previous round. This completes your first cluster.
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WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE:
Immediately after purchase, you will instantly receive a digital download of the PDF pattern. Include your email when prompted (be sure it's spelled correctly). Please send me an email if you don’t receive the download link and I'll help you out!
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