Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Skill Level: Easy
- Suggested Yarn: Bernat Forever Fleece
- Yarn Measurements: Approximately 5 skeins(depending on blanket size and gauge).
- Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K/10.5).
- Needle: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
- Pattern Measurements: Approximately 36″ x 36″.
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- sc: single crochet
- sp: space
- sl st: slip stitch
Stitching Instructions for Making the Bernat Filet Crochet Dinosaur Baby Blanket Pattern:
Foundation Chain (Start)
- Ch a multiple of 6 plus 4 to create the foundation chain. For a blanket of approximately 36″ wide, use 124 ch (you can adjust the number based on your gauge and desired width).
- Row 1:
- Ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
- In the 4th ch from the hook, work 1 dc. This counts as 2 dc (one from the chain and one from the next dc stitch).
- Ch 1, skip 1 ch, and work 1 dc into the next ch. Repeat from * across the row until you reach the end.
- Your row will consist of a series of dc stitches with ch-1 spaces between them.
- Turn your work to start the next row.
- Row 2:
- Ch 3 (this counts as 1 dc), then dc into the next dc of the previous row.
- Ch 1, then skip the next ch-1 space, and work 1 dc into the next dc stitch. Repeat from * to the end of the row.
- The result should be a combination of dc stitches with ch-1 spaces between them.
- Turn your work.
- Row 3:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), then work 1 dc into the next dc of the previous row.
- Ch 1, then skip the next ch-1 space, and work 1 dc into the next dc stitch. Continue this pattern across the row.
- Turn your work.
- Rows 4 & 5:
- Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 for the next rows to continue building the grid-like filet crochet pattern, where you have alternating dc stitches and ch-1 spaces.
Creating the Dinosaur Motif Section:
- Follow the filet crochet chart for the dinosaur design. The chart will guide you in creating the motif using open and filled squares.
- Filled square: Represents a block of stitches that form a solid square in the pattern. Work 1 dc in each ch-1 space and dc from the previous row.
- Open square: Represents a space between the filled squares. Work 1 ch, then **skip the next dc and continue with the next dc to leave a space.
- Work through the dinosaur motif section row by row, following the pattern on the chart.
- For each open square (empty space), you’ll chain 1 (ch 1), skip a dc, and then work a dc in the next dc.
- For each filled square, work 1 dc in each dc or ch-1 space below, essentially filling it in with dc stitches.
Continuing the Filet Pattern:
- After completing the dinosaur design, return to the grid-like filet pattern from the beginning.
- Continue with 5 more rows of the filet pattern, repeating Row 2 and Row 3 to finish the blanket body.
Border (Optional):
- Once the body of the blanket is complete, attach yarn to one of the blanket’s corners using a sl st.
- Work sc stitches evenly along the edges of the blanket to create a neat border. For each corner, work 3 sc to turn the corner smoothly.
- For a decorative edge: Create a scalloped border by working the following pattern around the entire blanket:
- (Skip 1 sc stitch, then work 5 dc stitches into the next sc stitch, skip 1 sc, and sl st into the next sc)
- Repeat this pattern around the entire edge to form the scallops.
- Fasten off and weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle.
Blocking:
- After finishing the blanket, block the blanket to the final size (approximately 36″ x 36″). This will help the filet pattern and dinosaur design to lay flat and even out any unevenness in the stitches.
Enjoy Your Blanket!
Your adorable Bernat Filet Crochet Dinosaur Baby Blanket is now complete! This blanket is perfect for any baby who loves dinosaurs, offering both warmth and a fun, textured design.
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