Granny Stripes Crochet Blanket

 

Granny Stripes Crochet Blanket  

I enjoy crocheting blankets - this one is very easy. 

There are lots of ways to make Granny Stripe blankets - this is how I do it. 

3 treble crochet stitches are made together to form a little cluster, just as they are in Granny Squares, but instead of working in rounds, they are worked in rows.

The blankets can be worked in one colour throughout, but I have fun choosing colours to go together. 

Requires:

DK yarn – in 1 or more colours

4mm hook

 Terminology:

This pattern uses UK terminology

ch = chain        tc = treble crochet         

For a blanket of around 25”,  chain 100

For a blanket of around 36”,  chain 145

 

It is easy to adjust the size of your blanket – simply +/- in multiples of 3       ( 100  +/-    3, 6, 9, 12 ………)

Instructions:   

Chain 100

Row 1:  1 tc into the third chain *skip 2 stitches, work a 3tc cluster into the next stitch, repeat from *across row, 2 tc into the last chain, ch 2, turn  

Row 2: Work a 3tc cluster into the first space between the clusters, *work a 3tc cluster into next space between clusters of the previous row, repeat from * across row,  end with one tc into the top of the ch 2 at the end of the row. Cut yarn, fasten off, turn  

Row 3: Join in next colour, chain 3 and 1tc in the first space, *3tc clusters into next space, repeat from * across row, 2tc in the top of the ch 2 at the end of the row, ch 2, turn  

Row 4: Work 3tc clusters in all the spaces across as in row 2, end with one tc into the top of the ch 2 at the end of the row. Cut yarn, fasten off, turn

Repeat rows three and four until you are happy with the length of your blanket. I usually make blankets square, or a little longer than their width.    

Darn away ends 

Add a border all around if desired.  

You can, of course change colours every 4 or 6 or more rows, if you prefer. 

Granny Stripes Crochet Blanket 

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Raindrops Baby Blanket

 

Raindrops Baby Blanket

This lovely blanket is made using Long Raindrops Stitch.

It works really well as it is fully reversible. 

Please note - To give a soft drape, this blanket is knitted with DK yarn and 5mm needles (otherwise the blanket is too stiff)

Raindrops Baby Blanket

 

Requirements:

DK yarn

5mm needles

 

Tension / Gauge:

24sts = 4” (10cm) 

 

Sizes:

Width ~

For a doll / very small preemie baby blanket of around 12”                   Cast on 73sts

For a small preemie baby blanket of 16”                                                Cast on 97sts

For a preemie baby blanket of 20”                                                         Cast on 121sts

For a newborn baby blanket of 24”                                                        Cast on 145sts

For a baby blanket of around 28”                                                           Cast on 169sts

 

Length ~ Make your blanket square, or a little longer than it’s width.

 

If you want a different size –

You can change the size of your blanket by adding or reducing in multiples of 2 stitches

(you can use any odd number of stitches)

 

Instructions:

Cast on an odd number of stitches – use the suggestions above as a guide

1^st Row:    K3, * k1, p1, rep from * to last 4sts, k4

2^nd Row:   K3, * p1, k1, rep from * to last 2sts, k2

3^rd Row:    K3, * k1, p1, rep from * to last 4sts, k4

4^th Row:    K3, * p1, k1, rep from * to last 2sts, k2

5^th Row:    K3, * p1, k1, rep from * to last 2sts, k2

6^th Row:   K3, * k1, p1, rep from * to last 4sts, k4

7^th Row:    K3, * p1, k1, rep from * to last 2sts, k2

8^th Row:    K3, * k1, p1, rep from * to last 4sts, k4

Repeat these 8 rows until you are happy with the length of your blanket, ending after working a 7^th Row

Cast off

Darn away ends

Raindrops Baby Blanket 

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  

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Freddie Cabled Baby Blanket

Freddie Cabled Baby Blanket

Cables are timeless - and this sweet baby blanket is pretty and practical.

Requirements:

DK yarn – the amount will vary depending on the yarn you choose (less than 100g of acrylic DK for the smallest size, less than 400g for the 28” size)     

4mm and 4.5mm needles

 

Tension:

24sts = 4” (10cm)

 

How to cable:

Cable 4 = put the next 2sts onto a cable needle and hold to the front of the work, knit next 2sts, then the 2sts from the cable needle

 

Sizes:

Width ~

For a doll / very small preemie baby blanket of around 12”   Cast on 76sts

For a small preemie baby blanket of 16”                               Cast on 100sts

For a preemie baby blanket of 20”                                         Cast on 124sts

For a newborn baby blanket of 24”                                        Cast on 148sts

For a baby blanket of around 28”                                          Cast on 172sts

 

Length ~ Make your blanket square, or a little longer than it’s width.

 

If you want a different size –

You can change the size of your blanket by adding or reducing in multiples of 6 stitches

(100 +/- multiples of 6)

 

Instructions:

Using 4mm needles, cast on 124sts (or the number advised above for the size you wish to knit)

Knit 6 rows

 

Change to 4.5mm needles ~

7^th Row:           S1, k3, * p2, k4, repeat from * to end

8^th Row:           S1, k5, * p4, k2, repeat from * to last 4sts, k4

9^th Row:           S1, k3, * p2, k4, repeat from * to end

10^th Row:         S1, k5, * p4, k2, repeat from * to last 4sts, k4

11^th Row:         S1, k3, * p2, cable 4, repeat from * to last 6 sts, p2, k4

12^th Row:         S1, k5, * p4, k2, repeat from * to last 4sts, k4

Repeat the 7^th to 12^th rows until you are happy with the length of your blanket, ending after working a 12^th row

 

Change to 4mm needles ~

Finish with a garter stitch border – knit 7 rows

Cast off knit wise

 

Darn away ends

Freddie Baby Blanket 

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Classic Crochet Granny Squares

 

I was brought up in a thrifty family, and I hate waste.

Whenever I have oddments of yarn – I save them. Even short lengths.

As long as a length will fit between my 2 outstretched hands ….. I can use it for the first round of a granny square.

Anything smaller goes into a zip-lock bag to be used for teddy or doll’s faces. No waste here  !!!

 

Once you have mastered how to crochet a Granny Square – then the fun begins.

There are loads of pretty variations available – you might enjoy trying out a few different ideas. A search of the Internet will bring you lots of ideas.

But – for me – I often keep things simple – plain classic Granny Squares are a great way to use up all my oddments. Mostly they will be used to make blankets – doll’s blankets, lap blankets for the elderly, bed blankets for the homeless, shelters or hospitals ….

So, I make use of my oddments, and donate then either unjoined – or joined if I have time. Some charities have dedicated ‘square joiners’, and I know many crafters who are happy to make squares but hate joining them, so this works out really well.

I like variety – and every blanket (or set of squares) I make is different – not in method – but in style or use of colour.

If you are making a throw, afghan or blanket for yourself – you may wish to use 6 or 8 colours that complement each other, in your favourite colours or shades.

But, as my squares are usually donated, and anything goes. I use what I have.

Sometimes charities ask for a particular size – so please check what is required.

As a guide, a blanket of around 36" x 48" will fit a single bed. 

This can be made with 48 6" squares - 

6 squares wide by 8 squares in length.

I like to play – sometimes I make the first 4 rounds using different colours of oddments, then use bigger half-balls for subsequent rounds as I don’t want to have endless ends to darn away for each square. This works well - it is a practical and pleasing method, and always looks good.

Continue until your square is the size needed.

I use DK yarn and a 3.5mm hook. I work 7 rounds to give me a 6” square.

If you use a 4mm hook you will probably find that 6 rounds will measure around 6”

 

For a 12” square I make 14 rounds.

However you choose to make them, I know that your squares will be appreciated.

If you can find somewhere local to you – then that saves on the cost and effort of getting your squares to where they are needed.

There are many charities in the UK who would welcome your squares.

 

 

Happy Hooking ......... 

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  

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Making a Bigger Blanket or Throw

Blankets can be made with any weight of yarn – DK, Aran Weight/Worsted, or Chunky

Just be sure to be consistent throughout. And use the needle/ hook size appropriate for the yarn (this is usually stated on the label).

If knitting - straight needles or circular needles can be used

 

Bigger blankets are not usually made in one piece - the weight of the blanket puts a lot of strain on the wrists. To prevent this most are made in pieces and joined.

 

To make a blanket with squares ~

This is a great way of using up full or part balls of yarn that are left over from other projects.

 

For knitted blankets –

If you are going to add a border all around after joining, chose any stitch

If you are not going to add a border all around after joining, chose a stitch that lies flat – like garter stitch, moss stitch or seed stitch (not stocking stitch, ribbed stitches or lacy stitches).

Straight needles or circular needles can be used

You can make your squares any size you like – popular sizes are 6”, 8”, 10” or 12” squares

I make my blankets with DK yarn - the result is  warm but not too heavy.

    If you are using DK yarn & 4mm needles you will need to cast on 27 or 28sts for a 5” square

·        If you are using DK yarn & 4mm needles you will need to cast on 33sts for a 6” square

         If you are using DK yarn & 4mm needles you will need to cast on 44sts for a 8” square

·        If you are using DK yarn & 4mm needles you will need to cast on 66sts for a 12” square

 

Here is a handy guide to how many squares you will need to make for a complete blanket ~

 

For a lap blanket of around 20” x 20”  (51 x 51cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
5”	4 x 4 = 16	this will make a blanket 20” wide and 20” long
10”	2 x 2 = 4	this will make a blanket 20” wide and 20” long

 

For a lap blanket of around 24” x 24”  (61 x 61cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	4 x 4 = 16	this will make a blanket 24” wide and 24” long
8”	3 x 3 = 9	this will make a blanket 24” wide and 24” long

 

For a blanket of around 36” x 48”  (91 x 122cm)

Size of   Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	6 x 8 = 48	this will make a blanket 36” wide and 48” long
8”	5 x 6 = 30	this will make a blanket 40” wide and 48” long
12”	3 x 4 = 12	this will make a blanket 36” wide and 48” long

 

For a blanket of around 40” x 48”  (101 x 122cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	7 x 8 = 56	this will make a blanket 42” wide and 48” long
8”	5 x 6 = 30	this will make a blanket 40” wide and 48” long
10”	4 x 5 = 20	this will make a blanket 40” wide and 50” long

For a blanket of around 42” x 54”  (107 x 137cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	7 x 9 = 63	this will make a blanket 42” wide and 54” long
8”	5 x 7 = 35	this will make a blanket 40” wide and 56” long

 

For a blanket of around 48” x 72”  (122 x 183cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	8 x 12 = 96	this will make a blanket 48” wide and 72” long
8”	6 x 9 = 54	this will make a blanket 48” wide and 72” long
10”	5 x 7 = 35	this will make a blanket 50” wide and 70” long
12”	4 x 6 = 24	this will make a blanket 48” wide and 72” long

 

For a blanket of around 60” x 90”  (152 x 229cm)

Size of Square	Squares Required – width x length	Finished Size
6”	10 x 15 = 150	this will make a blanket 60” wide and 90” long
8”	8 x 11 = 88	this will make a blanket 64” wide and 88” long
10”	6 x 9 = 54	this will make a blanket 60” wide and 90” long
12”	5 x 8 = 40	this will make a blanket 60” wide and 96” long

 

The weakest part of a blanket made this way are the joins. You must be sure that you join them with a strong seam. This can be done by sewing (whip stitch is quick and easy)  – or crocheting – them together.

There is a lot of joining!  And a lot of ends to darn away.

To save time and effort – you can, of course, make strips instead of squares – and then join the strips together.

 

Another idea is to make larger square or rectangular blocks ~

If you like to knit using long straight needles or circular needles – cast on as many stitches as fit comfortably and knit until your piece is 24” long. Then join the blocks.

 

To finish ~

If you can crochet – a crochet border all around gives a good finish.

For crochet blankets -

Granny Squares are fun to make - and are a great way to use up small oddments of yarn.

There are lots of other choices too. You can make your blanket or throw in one piece, or in squares, strips or blocks. 

Granny stripes, chevron and V-stitch all work well.

  

You will find the instructions for these 2 easy blankets on these links ~ 

https://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.com/2026/03/granny-stripes-crochet-blanket.html

https://mariannaslazydaisydays.blogspot.com/2015/03/v-stitch-blanket.html

If you are making a blanket to donate ~

Each hospital, hospice or other organisation will have their own requirements and guidance about the yarns, fabrics and notions that should be used in the items they receive – please check before you invest time and money in making any items to donate.

I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  

In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.  

However, please do not copy my patterns

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