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Free Crochet Pattern: Soundwaves Baby Blanket

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Hello, lovely crafter! Today I’m releasing another simple yet unique baby blanket pattern for you. This is a cozy and minimalist blanket worked side-to-side, with the perfect afterthought border that just adds that little something. Of course, I’m releasing it as a free version in an effort to continually make sure all of my patterns are accessible to everyone, but there is also a paid PDF in case you’d like to support my work and have a convenient printable ad-free version.

Enjoy this breezy and cozy make!

PDF Format

The PDF version of this pattern is available on Etsy, Ravelry, and in my online shop, and US Terms in the download. – Easy UK conversion as only US sc and chains are used. US Terms are provided and instructions on how to use UK Terms are provided as well.

This pattern only uses (US) sc and chains. 1 UK dc = 1 US sc, so simply sub in dc for sc in your mind to make it if you are used to UK Terms.

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2026 VVCAL: Anglerfish Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 3 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Blue Whale Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 3 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Week 3 Instructions

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Quick Links to Each Week: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/17/18/19/20

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

What to Expect Today

  • 3 blog posts: This week’s instructions post with details for each blanket version (this post), and two sea creature named motif posts.
  • Patterns include: written instructions in US and UK Terms, chart, and round by round photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

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2026 VVCAL Quick Links

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2026 VVCAL: Squid Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 2 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Pipefish Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 2 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Week 2 Instructions

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Quick Links to Each Week: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/17/18/19/20

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

What to Expect Today

  • 3 blog posts: This week’s instructions post with details for each blanket version (this post), and two sea creature named motif posts.
  • Patterns include: written instructions in US and UK Terms, chart, and round by round photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

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2026 VVCAL Quick Links

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2026 VVCAL: Bell Jelly Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 1 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Marigold Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Abalone Motif

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 1 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Marigold Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Plain Hexie B

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 1 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Plain Hexie A Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

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2026 VVCAL: Plain Hexie A

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Attention!

If you have not yet seen the Week 1 Instruction post, please head there first and see the instructions for the version that you are working. Below, you will find the Plain Hexie A Motif pattern, in US, and UK Terms, Chart, Video, and Step by step photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

2026 VVCAL Quick Links

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2026 VVCAL: Week 1 Instructions

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Hello, and a huge welcome to this week of the 2026 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here! I love spending this time with the VVCAL community. We are going to have so much fun relaxingly working through these motifs each week.

Quick Links to Each Week: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/17/18/19/20

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

What to Expect Today

  • 5 blog posts: This week’s instructions post with details for each blanket version (this post), Plain Hexie A Pattern, Plain Hexie B Pattern, Abalone Pattern, and Bell Jelly Pattern
  • Patterns include: written instructions in US and UK Terms, chart, and round by round photos.

Social Media Hashtags: #VVCAL and #CypressTextiles

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2026 VVCAL Quick Links

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Free Crochet Pattern: Magnolia Baby Blanket (UK Terms)

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Hello, lovely crafter! Today I’m releasing a simple baby blanket for you, before we jump into the 2026 VVCAL. This is a precious blanket made with a VVCAL square from the past, and an adorable border added on. Of course, I’m releasing it as a free version in an effort to continually make sure all of my patterns are accessible to everyone, but there is also a paid PDF in case you’d like to support my work and have a convenient printable ad-free version.

Enjoy this breezy and cozy make!

PDF Format

The PDF version of this pattern is available on Etsy, Ravelry, and in my online shop, and US Terms and UK Terms PDFs are both in the download.

This pattern is in UK Terms – Click here for US Terms.

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Free Crochet Pattern: Magnolia Baby Blanket (US Terms)

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Hello, lovely crafter! Today I’m releasing a simple baby blanket for you, before we jump into the 2026 VVCAL. This is a precious blanket made with a VVCAL square from the past, and an adorable border added on. Of course, I’m releasing it as a free version in an effort to continually make sure all of my patterns are accessible to everyone, but there is also a paid PDF in case you’d like to support my work and have a convenient printable ad-free version.

Enjoy this breezy and cozy make!

PDF Format

The PDF version of this pattern is available on Etsy, Ravelry, and in my online shop, and US Terms and UK Terms PDFs are both in the download.

This pattern is in US Terms – Click here for UK Terms.

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2026 VVCAL Tips & Tricks Page

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Hello, lovely crafter! With the 2026 VVCAL starting on Friday, April 3rd, I thought it would be nice to make a separate page with the frequently asked questions so that anyone new to the VVCAL can take a look at the concerns I have compiled over the past years. We’ll also take a walk down memory lane to give an intro to the VVCAL!

I start with an introduction to the CAL so if you’re new to it, you can get a good sense of what it’s all about. I hope you enjoy this long and photo-driven post! I really brought out all of the good pics to show you the possibilities.

PDF Version

2026 VVCAL PDF COMING SOON! – My Online Shop // Etsy // Ravelry

  • 36 hexies to mix and match
  • 3 Joining methods
  • Wide Lace Border
  • US and UK Terms included

Of course I have also created a value bundle for you COMING SOON! – 2022, 2024, and 2026 VVCALs US and UK Terms (5 PDFs) – Available on Etsy and Ravelry.

  • 2026 VVCAL Main Information Page
  • 2026 VVCAL FAQ Tips & Tricks Page (You are here!)
  • 2026 VVCAL Ravelry ebook Motifs link back to their blog posts. Favorite the hexagon, add it to your Ravelry queue, see others’ projects, and more!
  • Vibrant Vintage CAL (Official) Facebook Group Post VVCAL WIP/FO pics, ask questions, post your FO pic of the previous years’ VVCAL blankets.
  • CypressTextiles Tree Huggers Facebook Group – This is my main FB group (join!). Share your VVCAL progress pics in this group if you like, and I will share CAL highlights here, but the weekly action will be in the other group linked above.
  • YouTube Channel (Subscribe!) – Here I will be posting CAL pattern videos weekly for the duration of the CAL.
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