After my first post and video on how to make a loop yarn blanket, I’ve had lots of questions. Rather than answer them all in writing, I decided to make a new video. Naturally I needed to demonstrate on a new project, so I’m going to be teaching you how to make a loop yarn baby blanket this time. Now someone I know needs to have a baby girl so I can give it to them!
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To make a loop yarn baby blanket, you’ll need:
The video will show you step by step how to use loop yarn to make this border. I think it really adds something extra without over-complicating things. It’s the same border I used on my first loop yarn blanket.
I’ll also show you a different way to change skeins when using loop yarn. In the previous video tutorial, I had you snip open some of the loops to leave a tail. After lots of use, the tails snuck back out of my original blanket. This new way is a much smoother transition with no yarn tails to poke out.
Here’s the video for you to watch. I still recommend watching the first video if you haven’t already. If you are using an ad blocker, you may need to disable it to view this video.
To figure out how many loops across, I needed to start with I took the width I wanted (40 inches) x 1.3 = about 50 loops. I really hope that made sense. I think you should be able to use that for any size blanket you want to make.
After making a loop yarn baby blanket, I’m really itching to make more. It really was enjoyable sitting and stitching the loops together, and the baby size was very easy to manage.
Take a look at these other homemade blanket tutorials and baby crafts for more great ideas! Teens can make these too. Check out my other fun tween and teen craft ideas!
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Dana
Tuesday 28th of January 2025
How would you add two baby blankets together to make a bigger blanket?
Cheryl Poff
Saturday 3rd of February 2024
Thank you so much for your awesome tutorials! I made a beautiful baby blanket for my new granddaughter in just a few hours. I used most of 4 skeins @ 6.4 oz but my blanket is definitely longer than the 40”. It’s not a big deal as I like the rectangular shape, yet curious as to whether you have any ideas as to why it came out 40” x 50”. I know that there is variations in how tight or loose one crochets or knits, but using loops seems that it would be pretty consistent? Possibly the way that this particular yarn is made? Anyways, thanks again for the great directions and videos for making the blankets! Also, love the border!!
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts
Monday 5th of February 2024
Maybe different brands have bigger or smaller loops? Glad it still turned out cute!
g'g'ma
Friday 26th of January 2024
Help - unable to crochet anymore - and expecting my first grandchild - a girl. So need help re: making my first loop baby blanket - and would like to start w/the easiest - can you help?
Steffanie Atwood
Friday 5th of January 2024
How do you wash it without risk of it coming apart from the agitation?
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts
Saturday 13th of January 2024
I made a big one that I have washed a bunch (and put in the dryer). My kids also stretch and abuse it. It doesn't look as pretty, but it hasn't come apart at all. I'd recommend washing on delicate and laying flat to dry.
Carole Bratton
Sunday 10th of September 2023
I so enjoyed watching this and can’t wait to start mine having just bought some loop wool. Just another craft to add to my list- I enjoy crochet/sewing/quilting/cross stitch/embroidery/bobbin lace