Once I turned 30, I noticed that everyone around me started having kids. Suddenly, my Instagram feed went from memes and dog pics to lots of bellies and babies. And, honestly, I love it! When my friends and family members started getting pregnant, I found the perfect excuse to make new and exciting projects for all my little nieces and nephews. There are just so many exciting possibilities! What type of personality would the baby have? Would they love unicorns? Dinosaurs? Bunnies? What if I make one of each just in case?
Making toys and blankets for babies made me discover a whole new world of possibilities, in terms of yarn color, texture, and cuteness, that I didn’t even know existed. It’s the perfect excuse to go yarn shopping and come back with way more options than I actually need for a project! So if you’re a fellow crocheter who’s about to become a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle, or a bigger sibling, don’t miss out on this compilation!
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And here are my 20 favorite crochet baby toy and blanket patterns!
01
Crochet Bear Lovey
What I love about this pattern is its simplicity, and yet it provides an endless universe of possibilities! This cuddly bear is so easy to put together and can be made in any color, thickness, and texture. No matter what you choose, the result is going to be incredible.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
02
Giraffe Stacking Toy
Here we have the traditional stacking baby toy with a fun - and adorable - twist! Not only this cuddly giraffe is a lot of fun to make, but it will keep your little angel entertained while you make yourself a well-deserved cup of coffee or tea.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
03
Crochet Teethers Pattern Bundle
This fun bundle provides not one, not two, but three beautiful crochet teether designs. The pattern includes instructions on how to make three different whimsical creatures: a unicorn, a dinosaur, and a dragon.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
04
Mini Animal Toys
This cute animal collection offers tons of possibilities! You can make small rattle toys for your baby to carry in their crib or stroller, or combine a few of them and turn them into a mobile for your baby’s room.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
05
Crochet Sea Animals
For all sea lovers out there, here’s a super cute sea animals bundle you cannot miss! The pattern includes instructions on how to make a jellyfish, a sea horse, a beluga whale, a starfish, and a stingray.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
06
Monster Fleece Lovey Blankets
There’s no need to be afraid of monsters, especially when they’re this cute! These lovey blankets can be made in no time, and they’re fun to make. It’s also a project suitable for any skill level.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
07
Educational Baby Ball
This beautiful interactive toy will help your baby learn about different animals, colors, and shapes. Not only it’s an amusing game for your baby to play with, but it’s also a lot of fun to make! And it’s 100% customizable.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Free Pattern
08
Crochet Sensory Cube
This sensory and activity cube is specifically designed to stimulate the baby’s senses. You’ll find different activities or games on each side of the cube, aimed at motivating your little one’s curiosity and developing motor skills.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Free Pattern
09
Fish Rattle
Here’s another sea-inspired project you can get really creative with. What I love about this pattern is that it requires minimal sewing since almost all parts are crocheted to the fish's body. And you will be able to choose your own color palette.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Free Pattern
10
Sleepy Baby Lovey Bundle
With so many cute options to choose from, we understand that it might be hard to pick just one. This is why we think this bundle might be the perfect choice for you! This pattern combo includes a frog, a bunny, a sheep, a pig, and a panda.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
11
Easy Colorful Giraffe
Contrary to popular belief, giraffes can actually have different colors and patterns. This fine specimen evolved to become more visible and also a lot cuter! Don’t believe me? Here’s proof!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
12
Baby Chick Cocoon
Babies loved to be swaddled, especially when instead of a blanket they get to be in this adorable chick cocoon! It’s gender-neutral, spring-themed, and is perfect for that newborn photoshoot you’ve wanted for a while!
Size: Large
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
13
Easy Crochet Baby Blanket
Nothing screams cozy as a nice warm blanket made out of chunky yarn. If you’re looking for a last-minute baby shower gift, this option is just perfect! The blanket is very quick and easy to make with its one-row repeat process.
Size: Large
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
14
Sleeping Fox Baby Rattle
Did you know that foxes have vertical pupils, just like cats do? This helps them see well at night. However, you can’t probably see it in this picture because this cutie over here is fast asleep. He also makes a beautiful sound that will make your baby smile.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
15
Cute Caterpillar Rattle
This lovely teether is the cutest hand-made gift for any newborn. It’s super simple to make and is also extremely adorable! The number of stitches might need to be adjusted, depending on the size of the ring you choose, but no big deal!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
16
3-in-1 Farm Horse Baby Blanket
What a good-looking horse we have here! This lovely design is -at the same time- a blanket, a toy, and a long-lasting friend. The pattern includes lots of guiding pictures and it’s easy to follow. I think it’s definitely worth the investment!
Size: Large
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
17
Happy Sun Baby Crinkle Toy
Make your little one happy with this fantastic crinkle toy! While babies can’t see very well at the beginning, the different contracting colors in the sun attract their attention and invites them to explore the toy in more detail. The perfect toy for them to engage all their senses.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
18
Bunny Rattle and Pacifier Clip Bundle
What a cute bunny set we have here! You can choose to make it gender-neutral or add colors and accessories to it. The letters on the pacifier clip can also be personalized to show the baby’s name.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
19
Llama Lovey
Let’s face it: llamas are some of the coolest animals there are out there. So if you make a llama blanket to give as a gift, that automatically makes you a cool person! I love how the designer incorporated some of the floral and colorful elements from the traditional llamas and alpacas found in the Andes.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
20
Lion Baby Rattle
In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the lion helps your baby sleep tonight. Perfect for a safari or jungle-themed baby room. This adorable pattern can even be made into a blanket or a soft toy. I just love its curly mane!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
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About the author
Adriana Maronese
I taught myself how to crochet a few years ago and haven’t been able to stop since then. I created this platform to help passionate crocheters like me feel inspired to create more. Because I truly believe life without art would be just boring.
“To practice any art, no matter how well or how badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven’s sake. So do it.” – Kurt Vonnegut
