Free Easy-Go-Round Crochet Blanket Pattern
Free Easy-Go-Round Crochet Blanket Pattern
Create a beautiful, cozy blanket with this Free Easy-Go-Round Crochet Blanket Pattern. Featuring a classic repeating crochet design, this blanket is a lovely addition to your home or a thoughtful handmade gift.
Materials
- Yarn: Red Heart Fleece Hugs (7 oz/200 g; 415 yds/380 m)
- Color: Caribbean (7013) – 2 balls
- Crochet Hook: Size U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Additional Supplies: Tapestry needle.
Measurements
Approx 40" x 45" [101.5 x 114.5 cm].
Gauge
13 sc and 16 rows = 4" [10 cm].
Crochet Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Approx | Approximately |
| Beg | Beginning |
| Ch | Chain(s) |
| Cont | Continue(ity) |
| Dc | Double crochet |
| Rep | Repeat |
| Rnd(s) | Round(s) |
| Sc | Single crochet |
| Sl st | Slip stitch |
| Sp | Space |
Free Easy-Go-Round Crochet Blanket Instructions
Pattern Notes
- Ch 3 at beg of rnds counts as dc throughout.
- Join all rnds with sl st to top of ch-3.
Foundation Chain
Ch 20. See diagram on page 2 of the original pattern.
Round 1
1st rnd: 2 dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 3 dc). **(Ch 1. Skip next 3 ch. 3 dc in next ch) 3 times. Ch 1. Skip next 3 ch.** [(3 dc. Ch 2) twice. 3 dc] in last ch. Working along opposite side of chain, rep from ** to ** once. (3 dc. Ch 2) twice in last ch. Join.
Round 2
2nd rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp. Ch 3. 2 dc in same sp as last sl st. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. [Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp] twice. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 4 times. [Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp] twice. Ch 1. Join.
Round 3
3rd rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp. Ch 3. 2 dc in same sp as last sl st. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. Ch 1 (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 5 times. [Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp.] twice. Ch 1. Join.
Round 4
4th rnd: Sl st in each of next 2 dc and ch-1 sp. Ch 3. 2 dc in same sp as last sl st. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-2 sp) twice. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 6 times. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-2 sp) twice. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) twice. Ch 1. Join.
Continue the Blanket Pattern
Cont as established, having (Ch 1. 3 dc) in each ch-1 sp and (3 dc. Ch 2. 3 dc) in each corner ch-2 sp until work measures approx 40" [101.5 cm] wide.
Finishing
Fasten off.
Enjoy Your Handmade Crochet Blanket
The Free Easy-Go-Round Crochet Blanket Pattern creates a cozy handmade blanket with a beautiful repeating design. Enjoy your finished crochet project as a decorative throw or a thoughtful handmade gift.
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