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Welcome to the Rainbow Peaks Alpine Stitch Blanket Pattern! Wrap your little one in love and colour with this soft, textured, and irresistibly cozy baby blanket. The Rainbow Peaks Baby Blanket is designed using the classic alpine stitch, which adds a beautiful raised texture that looks intricate but is easy and fun to crochet. The stitch pattern gives the blanket a rich, plush feel—perfect for cuddling and comfort.
This pattern uses Herrschners Sweet Swirls yarn, a 100% acrylic yarn known for its soft touch, vibrant self-striping colour ways, and ease of care. The yarn creates a stunning rainbow effect with minimal effort, allowing the colours to blend seamlessly as you work. And because it’s machine washable and dryable, it’s ideal for busy parents and everyday use.
Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just beginning your journey, this pattern is designed with clarity and support in mind. A full step-by-step video tutorial is available on YouTube, walking you through each stage of the blanket from start to finish. You’ll have all the guidance you need to create a beautiful and functional piece.
The Rainbow Peaks Blanket makes a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, or just because. It’s sure to become a beloved keepsake, treasured for years to come.
Key Takeaways
- The Alpine Stitch Blanket Pattern is cozy and textured, perfect for babies and easy to crochet.
- Use Herrschners Sweet Swirls yarn for its vibrant colours and machine-washable properties.
- A full video tutorial guides crocheters through each step, making it suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike.
- The blanket comes in three sizes: Baby, Throw, and Large Throw, with an intermediate skill level required.
- Create a stunning, memorable gift with this blanket, ideal for various occasions.
Yarn Requirments
DK weight #3 , 100% acrylic (200g/ 612yds)
Shown in Little Lullaby
Baby (Throw, Large Throw)
3 (4, 6) Balls or 1454 (2415, 3610) Yard
Sizes
Baby 32″ x 38″
Throw 42″ x 48″
Large Throw 52″ x 58″
Blocked, including 1″ border
Skill Level
Gauge
Alpine: 15.25 sts and 16.25 rows equal to 4″ in pattern with 5mm hook blocked
Gauge Swatch
Before you begin, it’s a good idea to create a gauge swatch to ensure your tension and stitch count match the pattern’s specifications. Before starting your project, it’s advisable to create a gauge swatch. This initial step ensures that your tension and stitch count align with the pattern’s specifications, which is especially important if the original recommended yarn is unavailable or if you’re considering a yarn substitution. Maintaining the recommended gauge is essential for achieving the correct blanket size. If size is not a concern, feel free to experiment with different yarns and hook sizes!
Adjusting your crochet hook size or switching to a different hook style or brand can help you reach the required gauge. It’s important to note that not all yarn weights are identical, even if they are labelled the same; variations in thickness, drape, and softness can occur.
For this specific pattern. If you find that you have too many stitches, consider switching to a larger hook size. Conversely, if you have too few stitches, opt for a smaller hook size. Your technique can also affect the height of the stitches; you can lengthen stitches by pulling up on them or shorten them by tightening your tension.
I’ve included some yarn recommendations that would serve as suitable alternatives.
Read our beginner’s guide to gauge
Suitable Yarn Substitutes for Sweet Swirls
Crochet Hooks Required
Materials Needed
Abbreviations
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Pm – Place Marker
Rep – Repeat
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
WS – Wrong Side
( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch
Special Stitches:
Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc): Yo, insert your hook from back to front to back around the post of the next stitch; yo, pull up a loop; yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull through remaining two loops on your hook.
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc): Yo, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch; yo, pull up a loop; yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook; yo, pull through the remaining two loops on your hook.
Stacked sc: Don’t ch at the beg of a row. Insert hook through the first st and work a sc. Insert hook through the 2nd bar of the sc st just made, work a sc st.
Video Tutorial For The Baby Sunhat
Watch the tutorial https://youtu.be/yyjrppzmW4M
Video Tutorial
In this video, we’ll guide you through each step of the pattern to help you create the Rainbow Peaks Alpine Stitch Blanket.
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FAQ & Terms
This is normal given the nature of the Alpine stitch. Blocking will correct this.
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Border:
Setup Round:
With larger hook ch 1, sl st in each st across the top of the blanket, at corner, ch 2, sl st in each row across the side, at corner, ch 2, sl st in each st across the bottom, at corner, ch 2, st st in each row across the side, at corner, ch 2, sl st in blo first sl st to join.
Round 1:
With smaller hook, ch 1, work 1 dc in the blo of each st around, at ch-2 corners add 3 dc, sl st in first dc to join. *Pm in centre stitch at corners if needed.
Round 2:
Ch 1, 1 fpdc around first st, *1 bpdc next st, 1 fpdc next st, at corner st (1 bpdc, 1 fpdc, 1 bpdc) on centre st; rep from * around, at each corner, in the centre dc of the previous round follow the pattern by working either a (fpdc, bpdc, fpdc) or (bpdc, fpdc, bpdc) all around the same st, sl st in the first fpdc to join. Pm in the centre stitch at the corner if needed.
Round 3:
Rep round 2. Work as many rounds as desired. Fasten off and weave in tails.
Blocking
Wet the blanket in lukewarm water with a small amount of dish soap or woolwash. Allow soaking for around 25-30 minutes. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Wrap in a towel to press out the excess water. Lay the on blocking mats and pin it to the measurements. Allow to dry thoroughly, and remove pins.
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This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on July 11th, 2025.
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