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Crochet Blanket Stitch How to Square Pattern: Easy Tutorial

Learn the crochet blanket stitch, an easy stitch. This crochet stitch is great for blankets and scarves.

Are you looking for a unique and decorative way to crochet? The crochet blanket stitch is a great choice for creating a square pattern that is both sturdy and stylish.

This simple technique can be used to make blankets, scarves, placemats, and more.

With just a few basic stitches and steps you will create an elegant design that’s perfect for any skill level. Read on to learn how you can get started with the blanket stitch!

The Crochet Blanket Stitch

The blanket stitch is created with a combination of one single crochet and two double crochet stitches. This combination is repeated throughout the project to create a beautiful design that’s sure to stand out.

With this simple technique and just two stitches, you can achieve amazing results! The stitch would be great for a blanket either in square or a large rectangle.

Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.
Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.

Free Printable Crochet Pattern at the Bottom of Written Pattern Directions

How to Make an Square Using the Crochet Blanket Stitch

Supplies

Abbreviations – US Terms

  • ch/chs – chain/chains
  • st/sts – stitch/stitches
  • sk– skip
  • sc – single crochet stitch
  • dc –  double crochet stitch

Blanket Stitch Video How to

I added a row of single crochet to the start and end of the square.

Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.

Use a multiple of 3 +2 for the chain. I used 1 1/2 skeins for the 11 in square.

Size: 11 in x 11 in (28 cm)

ch 43

Row 1: In the 2nd ch, sc, and in each st across. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 2: In the st make 2 dc, * sk 2 chs, in next ch do 1 sc & 2 dc, repeat from * across until you are left with 3 chs, sk 2 chs, sc in last ch. Chain 1 and turn. 

Row 3: In the 2nd next st make 2 dc, *sk 2 sts, in the next st make 1 sc & 2 dc, repeat from * across until you are left with 3 sts, sk 2 sts, sc into the top of the turning ch. Chain 1 and turn.

 Repeat Row 3 until you have 32 rows or the length you want. The last row is single crochet.

Cut yarn and knot. Weave end all ends.

For a blanket approximately 44 in x 55 in, using the crochet blanket stitch squares, you will need 20 squares. You would need round 27 skeins of the Peaches and Crème yarn.

Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.
Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.
Yield: 11 in blanket square

Blanket Stitch How to Square Crochet Pattern

Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this easy square pattern. Turn the squares into a blanket.

Learn how to use the blanket stitch to make a square that you can turn into a larger blanket.

Materials

  • scissors
  • tapestry needle
  • 4 mm crochet hook
  • 2 – 2 oz Peaches & Crème Stripey Cotton Yarn in Linen or any other medium worsted weight gauge 4 yarn.

Instructions

  1. ch 43
  2. Row 1: In the 2nd ch, sc, and in each st across. Chain 1 and turn.
  3. Row 2: In the st make 2 dc, * sk 2 chs, in next ch do 1 sc & 2 dc, repeat from * across until you are left with 3 chs, sk 2 chs, sc in last ch. Chain 1 and turn. 
  4. Row 3: In the 2nd next st make 2 dc, *sk 2 sts, in the next st make 1 sc & 2 dc, repeat from * across until you are left with 3 sts, sk 2 sts, sc into the top of the turning ch. Chain 1 and turn.
  5.  Repeat Row 3 until you have 32 rows or the length you want. The last row is single crochet.
  6. Cut yarn and knot. Weave end all ends.
  7. For a blanket approximately 44 in x 55 in. you will need 20 squares. You would need round 27 skeins of the Peaches and Crème yarn.

Notes

Abbreviations – US Terms

  • ch/chs – chain/chains
  • st/sts - stitch/stitches
  • sk- skip
  • sc – single crochet stitch
  • dc –  double crochet stitch

Use a multiple of 3 +2 for the chain. I used 1 1/2 skeins for the 11 in square.

Size: 11 in x 11 in (28 cm)

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