Simple Rectangular Granny Blanket

This rectangular variation on the traditional granny square pattern can easily be adjusted to your preferred size. A simple chain space border adds a finishing touch. Use a self-striping ombré yarn to create beautiful color changes without having to weave in ends. This pattern is part of Granny Square Month on Underground Crafter. Read more [here][1]. > **This pattern is available for FREE on my blog by following the link > below.** > > The free version is supported by > advertising on my website. The > downloadable pdf for sale on Ravelry > includes includes the full pattern in > one printable file without > advertisements. **Skills Used** Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round, increasing Skipping stitches, crocheting in chain spaces **Skill Level** Easy **Finished Size** Baby Blanket: 30” (76 cm) width x 36” (91.5 cm) length. **Materials** Red Heart Super Saver Ombré yarn (100% acrylic, 10 oz/283 g/482 yd/441 m) – 3 skeins in 3967 Sea Coral, *or approximately 1,075 yd (983 m) in any medium weight yarn.* **PLEASE NOTE: I used just under 2 skeins of yarn for this project, so if your gauge is different than mine, you may run out before finishing. That’s why I recommend getting 3 skeins just in case.** US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, *or size needed to obtain gauge.* Yarn needle. **Gauge** 16 sts (4 sets of 3 dc + ch-1 sp) = 4” (10 cm) in pattern. *Exact gauge is not critical for this project.* [1]: http://undergroundcrafter.com/blog/2017/06/01/granny-square-month-2017/