Esperanza Preemie Blanket

Esperanza is an easy crochet preemie blanket pattern that has a gentle texture. The blanket itself is made with a simple one row repeat and the border uses a different common stitch combination. Make yours with multicolored yarn or with a solid color yarn for different looks. > **This pattern is available for FREE on my blog [HERE][1].** > > The free version is supported by > advertising on my website. The > downloadable PDF for sale on Ravelry > includes the full pattern in one > printable file without advertisements. **Skills Used** Basic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, crocheting in the round (for border) Crocheting around the side of your project (includes video tutorial) **Skill Level** Easy **Finished Size** Preemie Blanket: 22.5” (57 cm) height x 37” (94 cm) width. **Materials** Caron Cinnamon Swirl Cakes yarn (100% acrylic, 8oz/227 g, 407 yd/372 m) – 3 skeins in Hibiscus, *or approximately 970 yd (887 m) in any medium weight yarn*. US Size J-10/6 mm crochet hook, *or any size needed to obtain correct gauge*. Yarn needle. **Gauge** 12 sts in pattern = 4” (10 cm) across. *Exact gauge is not critical for this project*. [1]: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2025/09/04/esperanza-easy-crochet-preemie-blanket/