A crochet puff blanket is a beautiful and textured addition to any home. This pattern features a combination of puff stitches and ripples, creating a visually striking and warm afghan. The use of Red Heart® Super Saver® yarn in multiple colors adds depth and vibrancy to the design.
Finished Size: Approximately 49.5″ wide x 64″ long
Materials Needed: Yarn Crochet Hook: 6.5mm [US K-10.5] Yarn Needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
- 1 pattern repeat = 5.5 inches
- 8 rows = 5 inches
- Check your gauge and adjust hook size as needed.
Special Stitches:
Dc2tog (Double Crochet Two Together): Yo, draw up a loop in next stitch, yo, draw through 2 loops, skip 2 stitches, yo, draw up a loop in next stitch, yo, draw through 2 loops, yo, draw through remaining 3 loops on hook.
Puff Stitch (PST): [Yo, draw up a loop] 4 times in the same stitch, yo, draw through 8 loops, yo, draw through remaining 2 loops.
Color Change in Dc: Yo, draw up a loop in the last stitch, yo, draw through 2 loops, with the new color, yo, draw through the remaining 2 loops.
Pattern Instructions:
Foundation Row: With CA, ch 175.
Row 1 (Right Side): Dc in 5th ch from hook, dc in next 7 ch. (Dc, ch 2, dc) in next ch, dc in next 7 ch*, dc2tog, dc in next 7 ch; repeat from * across. End with dc in next ch, skip 1 ch, dc in last ch; turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first dc, skip next dc, sc in next 8 dc. (3 sc in ch-2 space, sc in next 8 dc*, skip dc2tog; repeat from * across. End with skip next dc, sc in top of ch-3; turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, skip first 2 sc, dc in next 8 sc. (Dc, ch 2, dc) in next sc, dc in next 7 sc*, dc2tog, dc in next 7 sc; repeat from * across. End with dc in next sc, skip next sc, dc in last sc changing to CB; turn.
Row 4 (Puff Stitch Row): With CB, ch 3, skip first 2 dc. *[PST in next dc, ch 1, skip next dc] 4 times. (PST, ch 2, PST) in ch-2 space. [Ch 1, skip next dc, PST in next dc] 4 times**, skip dc2tog; repeat from * across. End with skip next dc, dc in top of ch-3 changing to CA; turn.
Row 5: With CA, ch 3, skip first PST. *[Dc in ch-1 space, dc in next PST] 4 times. (Dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 space. [Dc in next PST, dc in ch-1 space] 3 times, dc in next PST**, dc2tog over next two ch-1 spaces skipping PST below, dc in next PST. [Dc in ch-1 space, dc in next PST] 3 times; repeat from * across. End with dc in next ch-1 space, skip next PST, dc in top of ch-3; turn. Continue the pattern with the following color sequence:
Row 6: Repeat Row 2. Row 7: Repeat Row 3, changing to CC. Row 8: With CC, repeat Row 4, changing to CD.
Rows 9-11: With CD, repeat Rows 5, 6, 7. Row 12: With CC, repeat Row 4, changing to CA. Rows 13-15: Repeat Rows 5, 6, 7, changing to CB. Repeat Rows 4-15 seven more times, then repeat Rows 4-7 once more.
Finishing: Do not fasten off at the end of the last row. With CA and right side facing, work one round of single crochet evenly around the entire afghan. Adjust stitches at corners and ripple points as needed to keep the edge flat. Join with slip stitch in first sc and fasten off. Weave in all ends using a yarn needle.
Abbreviations: CA, CB, CC, CD = Colors A, B, C, D ch = chain dc = double crochet lp(s) = loop(s) rep = repeat sc = single crochet sl = slip sp(s) = space(s) st(s) = stitch(es) tog = together yo = yarn over
Final Thoughts: This Crochet Puff Blanket is a cozy, textured masterpiece perfect for any season. With its vibrant color changes and soft puff stitches, it creates a warm and elegant afghan for your home. Happy crocheting!
