Every new baby deserves a warm welcome into the world and this easy crochet baby blanket pattern puts a modern twist on the traditional ripple afghan.

Pattern instructions include details on how to customize the size of this blanket as well as instructional photos for less experienced crocheters.

The skills needed include chaining, double crochet and changing colors. This is a beginner-friendly project that you’ll feel proud of at the end!

Using the Lion Brand Baby Soft yarn the pattern calls for will allow for enough yarn to make at least two baby blankets.

This ad-free PDF is the printable and mobile-friendly version of the Warm Welcome Baby Blanket free pattern on Make & Do Crew.

The colors of Lion Brand Baby Soft yarn needed are:

Lemon Drop

Pastel Yellow

Creamsicle

Apricot

Mint

Teal