Crochet is absolutely one of my favorite crafts to do, especially if I find myself in front of the television at night. Whether it’s a gift for someone else, something cozy for kids to curl up in, or just because, these unique and free crochet blanket patterns are a perfect way to keep busy.
From small throws to large afghans, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite crochet blanket patterns for you. These beautiful blankets are a mix of styles, shapes, sizes and stitch types to keep all crochet-lovers happy.
There’s something for every skill level, from beginner crocheters to exerts alike. If you ask me, you can never have enough handmade blankets in the house.
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Blessed Crochet Blanket
Crocheted using the C2C technique, this beautiful crochet blanket featured the word “BLESSED” worked directly into the design. Wouldn’t it make a cozy gift for a loved one to adorn their living room couch?
A soft and fluffy chenile yarn in different colors is the perfect choice for this easy blanket. The post includes a video tutorial for some basic crochet stitches, making this the perfect blanket pattern for a beginner crocheter.
Instead of making separate squares and sewing them together, this tutorial shows you how to join the colors as you go. Use your favorite chunky yarn for a beautiful afghan blanket with great texture.
This fun blanket doubles as an oversized bag! It’s perfect for a picnic or to carry your belongings: simply cinch it closed and get going. Made with less than 3 skeins of worsted weight yarn and repeating rounds of double crochet stitches, this unique crochet project makes the perfect gift for a child or teen!
We love the unique diagonal basketweave texture on this cozy free crochet pattern! It looks modern and beautitul – wouldn’t it be amazing in some bright, bold colors? You’ll need about seven skeins of a chunky yarn weight for this crochet afghan pattern.
Although this pretty lacy stitch pattern looks complicated, it’s actually an easy blanket pattern. The creamy white color yarn and pretty stitches make is a cozy option for the winter season. The post includes a video tutorial as well, making it an easy project for beginners.
If you’re looking for a thick, larger size chunky blanket, this velvet blanket made with Lion Brand Yarn hits the mark. Crocheted with a simple repeat of double crochet stitches in a single color, it works up quickly for a cozy addition to any room.
This Chevron blanket has a simple pattern made with single crochet stitches. The best thing is that instructions are provided for adjusting the size of the blanket by varying the number of stitches in your starting row.
Although it looks complicated, this large afghan is ismmply assembles from 144 squares, each of which are crocheted with single crochet stitches. The throw blanket is basically big enough to be called a quilt!
What little girl would love this fun mermaid tail blanket. And it’s easier to crochet than you think! Using simple stitches and light worsted weight yarn, you can make it in just one evening.
For those who love florals, this beautiful granny square pattern would make a gorgeous keepsake afghan, especially in bright colors. Or use pastel yarn colors as a perfect project for a baby shower.
Which of these easy crochet blanket patterns will be your next crochet blanket project? Just grab a crochet hook and a few skeins of yarn and pick any of these unique patterns to get started. I know I’m struggling to choose a favorite blanket from this collection!