Alex Blanket

"There’s something deeply relaxing about the rhythm of the Alex Blanket. Rows of soft half-double crochets flow between playful split puff stripes, creating a cozy, modern texture that’s as soothing to make as it is to snuggle under. This beginner-friendly pattern is all about comfort — easy stitches, simple color changes, and a design that looks far more intricate than it feels to crochet. Whether you’re making a quick baby gift or a full king-size blanket, the gentle repeat and color play will keep your hook happily moving. /PATTERN DETAILS • 9 sizes: baby (receiving, toddler, crib, throw, twin, double, queen, king) • Beginner • Worked flat in rows, finished with a simple single crochet border • Uses half double crochet, puff, and split puff stitches • US crochet notations"

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook, J/10 or 6 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeThe gauge for this pattern, in the stitch pattern is 14.5 st in 10 cm / 4”.

One row repeat is 8 cm / 3.25” and is 8 rows high (2 rows making one split puff repeat plus 6 rows hdc).

Finished Size9 sizes, noted: baby (receiving, toddler, crib, throw, twin, double, queen, king)

Materials List

• Yarn: Royal Zeeman yarn (Aran Weight, 100% acrylic, 100 g / 241 m / 264 yd):
   – Red: 1 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11) skeins
   – Blue: 1 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11) skeins
   – Beige: 3 (4, 6, 5, 7, 8, 15, 24, 26, 29) skeins
• Hooks: 5 mm / US H–8 and 6 mm / US J–10 crochet hooks
• Tapestry Needle
• Measuring Tape