Get ready to cozy up with a piece you’ll be proud to call your own. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this versatile and timeless pattern is perfect for all skill levels.
With its intricate look yet simple design, the crochet Granny Stitch blanket adds a touch of nostalgia to any home decor. This classic stitch pattern has been crocheted through generations, and now it’s your turn to create a heirloom piece that will stand the test of time.
Grab your favorite worsted weight yarn and crochet hook, and prepare to embark on a journey of creativity and relaxation. Choose a fun color combination to use with these simple stitches to create a flawless crochet blanket. This is a great crochet item to keep for yourself or to giftaway.
Lets get started on crafting your very own crochet Granny Stitch blanket.
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About the granny stitch
The repetitive yes interesting stitch creates a visually appealing blanket that adds a touch of charm to any home decor. The granny stitch is popular because it offers endless possibilities for color combinations and customization. Whether you prefer a modern or vintage look, the Granny Stitch can be adapted to suit your style.
This crochet granny stitch blanket is not your standard design. The granny stitch in this specific crochet pattern is used as a featured accent. Because of this I think it stands out really well especially with the right color combination.
The granny stitch in this blanket pattern is accented with a color striping yarn. This adds a very nice dimension to the blanket rather than just using 1 color throughout.
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Basic crochet stitches and yarn quality
Before diving into the Granny Stitch blanket pattern, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the basic crochet stitches. This specific pattern uses chains, single crochet and double crochet stitches to create its look. These would be considered the most basic stitches in crochet.
This crochet blanket would be considered an Easy pattern rather than a beginner. The granny stripe rows may be just slightly difficult for a beginner but the body of the afghan is very easy for a beginner.
The right materials can make all the difference in the final outcome of your project. When it comes to yarn, consider the weight, fiber, and texture.
The chosen yarn weight for this project is a thick worsted weight #4 yarn. I like blanket patterns that can be worked up faster. Pairing a worsted weight yarn with a slightly larger crochet hook makes this pattern feel as if it moves along faster.
The size of the blanket
This granny stitch crochet blanket is written for 3 different sizes – Baby, Lap and Throw. The 3 different sizes gives you options for how you want to use the blanket.
The baby blanket sample size was used to calculate the yardage needed for the Lap and Throw sizes.
Materials:
- YARN:
- #4 Worsted Weight, Lion Brand Pound of Love, Antique White (A); I Love This Yarn, Cinnamon Cedar (B) or suitable substitutes – see chart under size notes for yardage requirements per size
- TOOLS:
- US Size (K/10.5) 6.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle, Scissors
Difficulty:
- Easy
Stitches/Abbreviations: US Terms
- ch – chain
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sk – skip
- sp(s) – space(s)
- fsc – foundation single crochet
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sc2tog – double crochet 2 stitches together
- Special Stitch: beginning double crochet (beg dc) = do not ch to start, sc in first st, sc in left vertical bar of sc just made (aka – stacked single crochet)
Sizes:
- Baby (Lap, Throw)
Gauge:
- 11 sts and 9 rows of body section repeat = 4” [10 cm]
Notes:
- This pattern is worked in rows from one granny stripe edge to the other.
- When changing color for the granny stripes, carry the unused color up the side until it is needed next.
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Instructions First Frost Blanket:
Edge 1
Row 1: With A, fsc number indicated in chart for size you are making, then turn – 88 (100, 142) sc.
or
With A, ch the indicated number in chart for size you are making then sc in second ch from hook, sc across, turn – 88 (100, 142) sc.
Row 2: Beg dc in first, dc in same st, *sk 2, 3 dc in next; repeat from * across to last 3, sk 2, 2 dc in last, turn – 88 (100, 142) dc, 29 (33, 47) ch-sps.
Row 3: Beg dc in first, sk 1, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters, * sk 3, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters; repeat from * across to last 2, sk 1, dc in last, turn – 89 (101, 143) dc, 28 (32, 46) ch-sps.
Row 4: With B, beg dc in first, dc in same st, *sk 3, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters; repeat from * across to last 4, sk 3, 2 dc in last, turn – 88 (100, 142) dc, 29 (33, 47) ch-sps.
Row 5: Repeat Row 3.
Rows 6-7: With A, repeat Rows 4-5.
Rows 8-9: With B, repeat Rows 4-5. Fasten off B.
Rows 10-11: With A, repeat Rows 4-5.
Row 12: Ch 1, sc in each across until 2 remain, sc2tog, turn – 88 (100, 142) sc.
Body
Row 1: Beg dc in first, dc in each across, turn – 88 (100, 142) dc.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first, sc in each across, turn – 88 (100, 142) sc.
Repeat Rows 1-2until the body section measures 25 (37, 49) inches.
Edge 2
Row 1: Beg dc in first, dc in same st, *sk 2, 3 dc in next; repeat from * across to last 3, sk 2, 2 dc in last, turn – 88 (100, 142) dc, 29 (33, 47) ch-sps.
Row 2: Beg dc in first, sk 1, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters, * sk 3, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters; repeat from * across to last 2, sk 1, dc in last, turn – 89 (101, 143) dc, 28 (32, 46) ch-sps.
Row 3: With B, beg dc in first, dc in same st, *sk 3, 3 dc in sp between dc clusters; repeat from * across to last 4, sk 3, 2 dc in last, turn – 88 (100, 142) dc, 29 (33, 47) ch-sps.
Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
Rows 5-6: With A, repeat Rows 3-4.
Rows 7-8: With B, repeat Rows 3-4. Fasten off B.
Rows 9-10: With A, repeat Rows 3-4.
Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each across until 2 remain, sc2tog, turn – 88 (100, 142) sc
Fasten off and weave in ends.
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