The “Cloud Nine” Textured Baby Blanket: A Simple, Filled-Stitch Pattern

This pattern is an adaptation of the simple, yet densely textured stitch shown in the referral video. It uses a variation of the classic Granny Stitch combined with Single Crochet to create a fabric that is thick, soft, and warm—perfect for a baby blanket. The repetitive nature of the stitch makes it a rhythmic and relaxing project.

The final blanket has a beautiful, reversible texture that resembles small, soft shells or tightly packed bobbles.

🌟 Materials & Sizing

ItemDetails
Yarn700g – 800g (approx. 1500 – 1700 yards) of DK Weight (Category 3) or Worsted Weight (Category 4) yarn in a soft, washable fiber like Acrylic, Cotton, or a blend.
Hook4.0 mm (US G/6) for DK weight, or 5.0 mm (US H/8) for Worsted weight. (Choose a hook size that creates a soft, pliable fabric, not too stiff.)
NotionsScissors, Yarn Needle, 1 Stitch Marker (optional).

Finished Size & Gauge

  • Approximate Finished Size: 32 inches wide x 38 inches long (Crib/Stroller Size).
  • Gauge (approx.): 4 repeats of the pattern stitch (4 clusters and 4 SC) = 4 inches. (Gauge is not critical for a blanket, but consistency is key.)

📘 Terminology & Special Stitch

This pattern is written in standard US crochet terms.

AbbreviationMeaning
ChChain
Sl StSlip Stitch
SCSingle Crochet
DCDouble Crochet
St(s)Stitch(es)
SpSpace
YoYarn Over
RSRight Side
WSWrong Side
BegBeginning

Special Stitch: The 3-DC Filled Cluster

This cluster creates the dense, rounded texture of the blanket.

  • Work 3 Double Crochet (DC) stitches into the designated Single Crochet (SC) space. (It is worked like a mini-shell or Granny Stitch cluster.)

🧱 The Pattern: The Filled Cluster Block Stitch

This stitch requires a multiple of 4 + 3 stitches for the foundation chain.

Setup: Foundation Row

  1. Make a slip knot.
  2. Ch 123 (for 32 inches wide, or any multiple of 4 + 3 for custom width).
  3. Row 1 (WS): SC into the 2nd Ch from the hook and in every Ch across. (122 SC total).
  4. Ch 3 (counts as first DC), turn.

Row 2 (RS): The Cluster Row

  1. Work 3-DC Filled Cluster into the 2nd SC St (skip the first St at the base of the Ch 3).
  2. Skip 2 SC Sts.
  3. SC into the next SC St.
  4. *Skip 2 SC Sts. Work 3-DC Filled Cluster into the next SC St. Skip 2 SC Sts. SC into the next SC St.* Repeat from * across the row until 4 stitches remain.
  5. Skip 2 SC Sts.
  6. Work 3-DC Filled Cluster into the next SC St.
  7. DC into the last SC St of the row.
  8. Ch 1, turn. (You should have a series of clusters separated by SCs, framed by a Ch 3 and a DC.)

Row 3 (WS): The SC Linking Row

  1. SC into the first DC St.
  2. SC into the next 3 DC Sts (the top of the cluster).
  3. *SC into the next SC St. SC into the next 3 DC Sts (the top of the cluster).* Repeat from * across the row.
  4. SC into the top of the Beg Ch 3.
  5. Ch 3 (counts as first DC), turn. (This row creates a solid foundation of SCs over the clusters, preparing for the next Cluster Row.)

Row 4 (RS): Staggered Cluster Row

  • This row staggers the clusters to create the basket-like texture, by working clusters into the SCs from Row 2.
  1. Skip the first 2 SC Sts at the base of the Ch 3.
  2. SC into the next SC St.
  3. *Skip 2 SC Sts. Work 3-DC Filled Cluster into the next SC St. Skip 2 SC Sts. SC into the next SC St.* Repeat from * across the row until 3 stitches remain.
  4. Skip 2 SC Sts.
  5. DC into the last SC St of the row.
  6. Ch 1, turn.

Row 5 (WS): The SC Linking Row

  1. SC into the first DC St.
  2. *SC into the next 3 DC Sts (the top of the cluster). SC into the next SC St.* Repeat from * across the row.
  3. SC into the next 3 DC Sts.
  4. SC into the top of the Beg Ch 3.
  5. Ch 3 (counts as first DC), turn.

Pattern Repeat

Repeat Rows 2-5 until the blanket measures 38 inches long (or your desired length).

  • Row 2 & 3 establish the non-staggered cluster row.
  • Row 4 & 5 establish the staggered cluster row.

Always end the final repeat after a Row 3 or Row 5 (an SC Linking Row).

✂️ Finishing and Edging

Once you reach your desired length, fasten off the yarn.

Border (Optional, but Recommended)

A simple Single Crochet border provides a clean, sturdy finish to the blanket.

  1. Join: Join yarn in any corner with a Sl St.
  2. Round 1 (SC Border):
    • Work 3 SC into the corner stitch.
    • Work SC evenly along the side, top, and bottom edges, placing your hook into the end of each row or the top of each stitch.
    • Ensure you work 3 SC into the three remaining corners.
  3. Round 2 (SC Border):
    • Sl St to join the round. Ch 1.
    • Work SC into every stitch around, working 3 SC into the center stitch of each corner group (to ensure the corner remains flat).
  4. Sl St to join, Fasten Off, and weave in all remaining ends.

Final Care

  • Gently wash or steam block the blanket to relax the yarn and define the texture of the clusters.

Video tutorial:

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