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Do you have a baby blanket that needs an edging? If so, these free patterns for baby blanket edgings will come in handy.
Crochet Vs and Picots Baby Blanket Edging
Lacy Vs and Picots Crocheted Baby Blanket Edging - Photo © Amy Solovay
Easy Baby Blanket Edging
Easy Baby Blanket Edging - Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
For "busy," colorful baby blankets such as my heart sampler baby afghan, I recommend using a simple edging that won't be overwhelming. This particular edging is worked in single crochet and slip stitches. I've pictured it on a baby girl's afghan, but keep in mind that this is also an effective type of edging for a boy's baby afghan, because it isn't too lacy and cutesie for a little boy.
Blanket Stitch Edging
Blanket Stitch Edging - Photo © Sandi Marshall
The blanket stitch is a versatile edging that's perfect for many different applications, including but not limited to baby blankets. You can use this type of edging on crocheted blankets and also purchased blankets such as fleece blankets. This is a fantastic option for edging a boy's baby blanket, because it's visually interesting without being too froo-froo.
Free Crochet Edging Patterns
Want to see more possibilities? If so, check out our main index of free edging patterns.Crochet Books That Include Edging Patterns
When you need a crochet pattern, it's always satisfying to find a free one. But if for some reason you can't find quite what you're looking for among our free pattern offerings, perhaps you might like to buy a book that would offer you more possibilities. If that's the case, here are a couple of crochet books you might like to look at:
- DIY Afghans book by Mary Beth Temple: This book features several exquisite afghan edging patterns, plus afghan patterns and ideas for how to design your own afghans.
- The Harmony Guide to Crochet Edges & Trims features many different crocheted edgings. The link takes you to a book review posted at Sarah's knitting site.
