If you are looking for the easiest baby blanket pattern you will ever try, this is it. The Drunken Granny Baby Blanket by The Secret Yarnery took the crochet world by storm — and once you understand the stitch, you will probably make five of them.
The drunken granny stitch is a simple one-row repeat built on a cluster of 3 double crochets, a chain-2, and 1 more double crochet — all worked into the same space. That is the whole thing. Once it clicks, you cannot stop.
What You’ll Need
- Worsted weight yarn (about 600g for a standard baby blanket, plus a little extra for the border)
- 5mm or 6mm crochet hook
- Blunt needle and scissors
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Watch the Video Tutorial
The Secret Yarnery walks you through the entire pattern step by step on YouTube. She has made several versions over the years — the original is what started the craze, and it is still the clearest tutorial out there.
Watch the tutorial on The Secret Yarnery’s YouTube channel
Get a Free Written Pattern
Prefer to follow along with a written pattern? KnitcroAddict has a great free version with full row-by-row instructions for the Drunken Granny stitch blanket.
Get the written pattern at KnitcroAddict
Quick Tips Before You Start
- The stitch repeat is just 3 DC, chain 2, 1 DC — all in the same space. Once it clicks, rows go fast.
- Your starting chain should be a multiple of 5 plus 4. A chain of 49 works well for a baby blanket width.
- This stitch looks beautiful in a single solid color. Self-striping yarn also gives gorgeous results with zero extra work.
- Finish with a simple single crochet border around all four sides for a clean, polished edge.
- The same stitch works for scarves, table runners, and throws — just adjust your starting chain.
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Happy hooking!
