Are you looking for a unique and beautiful crochet blanket pattern? In this post, I have put together a collection of 20 interesting blanket patterns that I love!
This round up explores a bunch of pattern ideas, the blankets are made up of a variety of different techniques and stitches – including filet crochet, overlay crochet, interlocking crochet, Tunisian crochet, blankets that have a lace pattern, and even those made with individual motifs (think granny squares and hexagons!) that a joined together to make a blanket.
They are a good mix of modern, contemporary and classic patterns. You will be able to find a pattern as simple or as complex as you’d like. There are beginner friendly patterns and some that you will be able to challenge yourself with. They feature unique stitches and techniques and show off the creativity of the designers who designed them. I am certain that you will find something you like!
Some of these afghan patterns are available for free while the others can be purchased for a small fee.
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1. Stained Glass Blanket by LillaBjörn Crochet
Photo Credit: www.lillabjorncrochet.com
Tatsiana is one of my favorite designers and is a master of the Overlay Crochet technique. This beautiful stained glass blanket uses overlay crochet and is made up of post stitches to create the outline and a beautiful background of any color or colors you like.
2. Wacky Weave Squares by Hilda Stein
Photo Credit: ilonaslowlifecreations.co.za
This blanket is made up of lots of different squares using the Interlocking Crochet technique. You can choose to make all of the squares different or repeat some to make the blanket your own.
3. Pure Shores Blanket by Martin Up North
Photo Credit: https://martinupnorth.com/
The pure shores blanket creates waves that echo the ocean. This pattern comes with a written, photo and video tutorial and is also available in US, UK and German terms!
4. Indiana Afghan by Tinna Þórudóttir Þorvaldar
Photo Credit: www.tinnacrochet.com
Tinna’s mosaic crochet patterns are the best! I love the little details she includes in her tutorials. Her border technique to hide ends in her mosaic blankets is amazing! This Indiana Afghan is one of my favorite patterns from her collection. It uses a different set of colors for each section so the individual sections stand out!””
5. Madhu Blanket by KnitterKnotter
The Madhu Blanket uses overlay stitches and Tunisian techniques to create a honeycomb effect. The border is created in sections after the middle is complete. This one looks a lot more complicated than it actually is. There are a lot of fun elements to it so, if you are comfortable with Tunisian crochet, this is a fun project to try!
6. Little Lily Baby Blanket by HaakMaarRaak
Photo Credit: https://haakmaarraak.nl
The little Lily Baby Blanket is made of individual hexagons which are all joined using the join-as-you-go method. This can be a great stash buster or if you have one of those color packs that contain tiny skeins of multiple colors, this would be a perfect project to make with them! The pattern comes with a photo tutorial along with written instructions to help you make your own blanket.
7. Boxed block stitch blanket by Make And Do Crew
Photo Credit: https://makeanddocrew.com/
This blanket is made from the centre out and combines a self striping yarn with a plain yarn and uses block stitch to create this stunning effect.
8. Ties that Bind Puff Stitch Blanket by Nana’s Crafty Home
Photo Credit: https://nanascraftyhome.com
Made up using post stitches, chain and puff stitches, this lovely blanket has a unique border and tassels are added to give it its final finishing touch!
9. Mateo’s Granny Square Blanket For Absolute Beginners by Cypress Textiles
Photo Credit: https://cypresstextiles.net/
This blanket is made using Granny square motifs with a plain border. The squares are then joined together to make this evergreen blanket.
10. Linked Hearts Baby Blanket by Emma Moss
Photo Credit: https://bellacococrochet.com/
This beautiful blanket uses the filet crochet technique to create lovely heart stripes. The pattern comes with written instructions and a chart to help you make it.
11. Modified Catherine’s Wheel by Daisy Farm Crafts
Photo Credit: https://daisyfarmcrafts.com/
This blanket uses a variation of the Catherine Wheel stitch and is worked in stripes to fully show the stitch off. The pattern also comes with a video tutorial to help you with this stitch.
12. Corner to Corner Wattle Stitch by Made by Gootie
Photo Credit: www.madebygootie.com
This blanket is worked from one corner to the other. It uses a Wattle Stitch which looks lovely in the variegated yarn used here. The pattern contains written and photo instructions to help too.
13. Simple Baby Blanket by Jo to the world
Photo Credit: https://jototheworld.com
This beautiful baby blanket uses the Lemon Peel Stitch – a combination of single and double crochet stitches. Made using a lightweight sport yarn this blanket is a great blanket for summer packed with texture for interest.
14. Modified Trinity stitch blanket by Warmest Welcome Crafts
Photo Credit: https://warmestwelcomescrafts.com/
This stripy blanket is made using a modified version of the Trinity Stitch. The pattern comes with detailed written and photo tutorials to help you get the hang of how this stitch is created.
15. Alpine Blanket Pattern by YarnHookNeedles
Photo Credit: www.yarnhookneedles.com
This Alpine blanket uses a combination of post and normal stitches to create a textured pattern. The pdf pattern comes with instructions on creating 6 different sizes of blanket. There is a video tutorial too!
16. Tulip Stitch Baby Blanket by Crochet 365 Knit Too
Photo Credit: https://www.crochet365knittoo.com/
This blanket is made using the Tulip Stitch which naturally creates a scalloped edging, meaning it does not need a border added to it as well!
17. Breaking Waves Crochet Stitch by Dora Does
Photo Credit: https://doradoes.co.uk
The Breaking Waves Stitch works best using two or more colors. The pattern contains written instructions and a video tutorial to help you learn this beautiful stitch.
18. Waffle stitch baby blanket by Sirin’s Crochet
Photo Credit: https://sirinscrochet.com/
This blanket is created using Waffle Stitch, which is a nice stitch to create a warm and thick blanket. It is finished off with a lovely ribbed border.
19. The Michelle Blanket by Lakeview Cottage Kids
Photo Credit: https://lakeviewcottagekids.com
The Michelle blanket is made using the Suzette / Thicket Stitch. It was created using different color yarns from the designer’s stash and so the stripes are different sizes. You could use your stash in a similar way or plan the size of your stripes with new yarn!
20. Magical Butterfly Throw by Crochet Kim
Photo Credit: https://crochetkim.com
This blanket is made using cluster stitches to create a lovely lacy feel. The pattern comes with a written instructions and a video tutorial to help you make your own.
21. (Bonus) Tunisian Sampler Blanket by KnitterKnotter
Here’s a bonus that is one of my most popular Tunisian Crochet patterns. It is a sampler blanket that is made up of different squares which all use a different Tunisian stitch. The pattern is designed to teach Tunisian crochet. You start with the very basic stitches and work your way up to some complex techniques. Each of the 25 squares comes with instructions on how to make them, including written instructions, and photo and video tutorials!
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