Choose soft, medium-weight yarn and an appropriate crochet hook size
Make a slip knot and place it on the hook
Create a foundation chain to your desired blanket width
Learn one simple stitch, such as single crochet or double crochet
Work the first row into the chain
Turn your work at the end of each row
Repeat the same stitch across every row
Keep the edges even by counting stitches
Continue until the blanket reaches your desired length
Fasten off the yarn when finished
Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle
Block the blanket if needed to help it lay flat