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Free colorful crochet blanket pattern ideas
Is color your style? The statement of colorful patterns brings a smile to many of us and can take some of the monotony out of a large project like a blanket.
This mosaic blanket weaves in three colors that you can customize to fit your decor.
Mj’s off the hook design has a helpful video tutorial to make sure you get a good result. This pattern uses worsted weight yarn and a 4.5 mm hook. Go up a size to work the double border that hides all those pesky ends.
I like mosiac as a change of pace when I want my stitches to be more interesting rather than monotonous. Do you like fun stitches or do you prefer more meditative stitches that are a repeat each row?
More info on the Caribbean coast afghan here.


The boardwalk hexie blanket is a glorious mix of color and shapes. You can’t help but smile at the sight of it!
This type of design is a conversation piece. Imagine the color combinations you can come up with!
Designed by Chrisandra Skipper. It measures 44″ x 36″ . Worsted weight yarn in three shades is used with a 5 mm crochet hook.
The stripes and texture of this blanket bring the project to life. The pattern recommends Caron one pound yarn worked with a 6 mm hook.
I love one pound yarn for big projects don’t you? So many less ends to worry about connecting and weaving in.
The fringe adds a whimsical stylish element to make it a real showstopper.
Free Pattern by Yarnspirations.

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I designed project trackers! This is the large print version for tired eyes. So much easier than using apps, scraps of paper or a plain notebook.
Three project sizes, a handy ruler and hook guide inside the cover and plenty of rooms for notes in each pattern.
Buy it here.
Regular size print here.
I have had bad eyesight since age 18 so large print is a godsend when you can’t see apps and dark yarn, let alone going from one to the other on a crochet-a-thon during a netflix binge.

This quad blanket is a large granny square. It looks fresh and modern. It comes together quickly in a thicker yarn. I had fun making this one.
Yarn shown is Lion Brand Color Made Easy, a category 5 yarn.
Recommended yarn is Lion Brand color made easy which is a 5 weight yarn and the designer uses a 6.5 mm crochet hook.
I chose colors that match both my living room and bedroom so I can use it in both living spaces.
Pattern by Jess @ Make and do crew.
A classic plaid works in multiple tonal colors to create a timeless classic blanket for yourself or for a gift.
This version is made with caron simply soft yarn and worked with a 5 mm crochet hook. A dizzying array of color combo options with this pretty, affordable, soft acrylic yarn.
Designer Tiffany of Daisy Farm Crafts. Get the pattern here.
