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A comfortable beginner skill level crochet pattern with a richly textured cluster stitch body and a gothic shell stitch border, in three sizes to fit every room. The body is a one row repeat that is relaxing to work then you will move into an exciting border that frames the textured blanket body with big impact. This blanket has the wow factor!

The Golden Hour Blanket combines a simple, repeating cluster stitch with a stunning gothic shell stitch border, creating a piece that looks far more advanced than it actually is to make. Worked in a soft ombre gradient yarn, this blanket captures that warm, golden-hour glow in every row. Whether you’re making a cozy lap throw, a blanket for your bed, or a gift for someone you love, this pattern walks you through every stitch with clear, tested instructions and a detailed video tutorial.
Pattern is in US terms only.
Small 27.5″ x 36″
Medium 42″ x 58″
Large: 52″ x 64″
What You’ll Make
- A richly textured, reversible-looking blanket using an easy cluster stitch repeat
- A gothic shell stitch border with a delicate picot edge finish
- Available in three sizes: Small/Lap, Throw, and Full/Queen

For this pattern I use Premier Anti Pilling gradient yarn, which is a light cateogry 4 yarn. This is a soft, easy-to-use, budget-friendly yarn that comes in big 7 ounce skeins. Shown is mustard tones and fern tones
Supplies in addition to yarn :
-5 mm crochet hook (go up a size or two if using thicker cat 4 yarn)
-Tape Measure to check size
-Stitch markers to help keep border rounds easy
-scissors and tapestry needle for pesky ends
You should be able to use the pattern in a PDF reader to use the interactive video tutorial link to help you understand the stitches and hook placement as the pattern has no instructional images.


