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Pattern for: a simple crochet blanket in 15 different sizes: the Lapsang Afghan
Yarn used: 100% acrylic DK weight
Difficulty level: Beginner – using basic stitches and an easy construction so great for beginners
Stitches used: This crochet blanket uses a crossover stitch with a simple single crochet border
Hannah’s Notes: The Lapsang Blanket works up beautifully with the textured crossover stitch framed by a simple single crochet border, making it the perfect stash-busting project. It looks so impressive that no one will believe how beginner-friendly it really is!
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Sometimes we all need a mindful, repetitive crochet project! These are the projects where you can let your mind wander or watch TV whilst your hands get on with the easy one row crochet stitch repeat.
These kinds of crochet patterns are amazing for stress relief and your mental health in general.
In this post you’ll find everything you need to know how to crochet an easy blanket blanket step by step, including materials, stitches, a detailed video tutorial and free written pattern for blog subscribers.
Plus, there’s a full stitch tutorial of the double crochet cross stitch which we use in this pattern!
Yarn
Amigo DK, 100% Acrylic, 175m / 191yds / 50g
It’s a category 3, DK weight yarn which is what gives this blanket its glorious drape. Check out our handy yarn weight chart and guide to find out more about yarn weights and categories.
I used a rich rusty palette for my blanket: Sand, Walnut, Curry and Cognac.
See my other crochet patterns using lightweight and double knit weight yarn – you might find your next project there too!
Yarn Substitutes
You can use any yarn that you like bearing in mind that you need to make sure you meet the gauge. Some other great options are:
- Herrschners Afghan Yarn, 100% Acrylic (244yds/224m/56g)
- Heatherly Sport, 80% Acrylic, 20% Merino Wool (328yds/299m/100g)
- Brava Sport, 100% Acrylic (340yds/311m/100g)
Things you’ll love about this double crochet blanket pattern
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Sizing
BABY/CHILD SIZES
Lovey (Baby, Cradle, Stroller, Receiving, Crib, Swaddle)
WIDTH (INCHES): 12 (14, 14, 30, 40, 42, 48) inches
HEIGHT (INCHES): 12 (16, 30, 36, 40, 52, 48) inches
ADULT SIZES
Lapghan (Throw, Afghan, Twin, Full, Queen, King, Super King)
WIDTH (INCHES): 36 (48, 60, 60, 84, 90, 96, 108) inches
HEIGHT (INCHES): 48 (60, 72, 90, 90, 96, 108, 110) inches
Full schematic available in the PDF pattern.
The yarn I used for my original blanket (below) is discontinued. I’ve found a great match for you though in the Herrschners Afghan Yarn!
Here are the colours I think work best: A: Deep Teal, B: Wheat, C: Cider, D: Teal, E: Crepe, F: Herb, G: Apricot, H: Blossom, I: Admiral, J: Frosty, K: Sky Blue.
How much yarn do I need to crochet a striped crochet afghan?
The following yarn amounts are estimated as a total as the pattern is written assuming a single colour is used. Any changes and customisations will adjust the amount of yarn required so make sure to order plenty.
If you are using multiple colours you will need to plan the ratio of each within the total amount.
For the baby/child sizes, you will require approximately 105 (185, 365, 1015, 1520, 2125, 2230) metres, 115 (200, 400, 1110, 1660, 2325, 2435) yards of yarn to crochet the blanket.
This is 1 (2, 3, 6, 9, 13, 13) balls of the recommended yarn.
For the adult sizes, you will require approximately 1645 (2810, 4270, 5370, 7590, 8745, 10480, 12040) metres, 1800 (3070, 4670, 5870, 8300, 9560, 11460, 13165) yards of yarn to crochet the blanket.
This is 10 (17, 25, 31, 44, 50, 60, 69) balls of the recommended yarn.
Other Materials
Along with your yarn, you will need the following:
- A 4.5mm(G+) crochet hook or hook needed to meet gauge
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
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Step by Step Video Tutorial
Come along as I make this simple crochet blanket pattern and see just how easy it is in our step-by-step video tutorial.
Glossary and Abbreviations
beg – beginning
blo – back loop only
ch(s) – chain(s)
ch-sp(s) – chain space(s)
rep – repeat
RS – right side
sp – space
ss/sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
WS – wrong side
Yoh – yarn over hook
If you like this pattern, you might also like this easy crochet throw pattern, which is the Oolong blanket, another beginner crochet blanket pattern in the afternoon tea series!
It uses the fun crochet cabbage patch stitch which is just as beautifully textured as the one we are using in the Lapsang blanket!
Stitches
The pattern is written in standard US terms and uses the following crochet stitches:
sc – single crochet (UK dc – double crochet)
dc – double crochet (UK tr – treble crochet)
Special Stitches
Crossover stitch
The crossover crochet stitch is used in this crochet throw pattern and I have a separate stitch tutorial detailing step by step how to make this stunning textured stitch pattern.
How do you Make a Quick Crochet Blanket Pattern?
- The Centre Panel of the blanket is made in turned rows.
- You can change colour after every row as you would like to.
- Once the Centre Panel is complete we weave in ends before adding the Border.
- The simple single crochet Border is added in rounds working around the edge of the blanket.
- You can add as many or as few Border rounds as you like.
Pattern Gauge
Gauge: 20sts and 8 rows = 4″ by 4″
Making a crochet gauge swatch is important when crocheting projects like garments to ensure that it ends up the desired size.
Before you jump into crocheting your simple crochet blanket, take a moment to read through the pattern notes—it’s a game-changer!
These handy insights will not only simplify your pattern-reading journey but also ensure a smoother crochet experience. You’ll find helpful tips on deciphering the sizing, customisation and more.
Trust me, a quick peek at these notes will set you up for crochet success!
- The pattern is worked in turned rows for the Centre Panel and rounds that are not turned for the Border.
- A ch3 at the beginning of a row does count as a stitch.
- A ch1 at the beginning of a round does not count as a stitch.
- Make sure to use stitch markers at the beginning of each row or round so as not to lose your place.
- Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
- Before you start, go through the pattern and highlight/mark the stitch and row counts that correspond to the size you are making (this will make your life much easier!).
- Make sure that you are familiar with all of the stitches in the abbreviations list before you begin.
- Stitch counts are given in [ ] at the end of each row. If no stitch count is given, then the count is the same as the previous row.
- The count number referring to each size is laid out as follows: Baby/Child Sizes: Lovey (Baby, Cradle, Stroller, Receiving, Crib, Swaddle); Adult Sizes: Lapghan (Throw, Afghan, Twin, Full, Queen, King, Super King)
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BORDER
Baby and Child Sizes
With the RS facing, join yarn in the colour of your choice to the first stitch to work along the width of the blanket.
Round 1: ch1, sc in each st across the width, ch1,
rotate to work along the length of the blanket now, 2sc in the side of each row of the length, ch1,
rotate to work along the width of the blanket now, sc in each st across the width, ch1,
rotate to work along the length of the blanket now, 2sc in the side of each row of the length, ch1, ss in 1st to join. [172 (228, 340, 548, 676, 796, 820)]
Round 2: ch1, *sc in each st to ch1-sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in ch1-sp; rep around the blanket, ss in 1st to join. [180 (236, 348, 556, 684, 804, 828)]
Round 3: ch1, *sc in each st to ch1-sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in ch1-sp; rep around the blanket, sc in each st to 1st, ss in 1st to join. [188 (244, 356, 564, 692, 812, 836)]
Rounds 4-5: Rep Round 3. [204 (260, 372, 580, 708, 828, 852)]
You can continue to repeat Round 3 as many times as you like to get the Border depth you desire.
You can also change yarn colour as often as you like.
Once the Border is complete break yarn and weave in ends to complete.
CENTRE PANEL
Adult Sizes
Sizing are written as follows:
Lapghan (Throw, Afghan, Twin, Full, Queen, King, Super King)
Change colour after every row or as desired throughout the blanket.
Foundation chain: ch171 (231, 291, 291, 411, 443, 471, 531)
Row 1: RS: sc in 2nd ch from hook and each across, turn. [170 (230, 290, 290, 410, 442, 470, 530)]
Row 2: ch3, skip next st, *dc in next 3 sts, working around the 3 sts just made, work a dc in the st before them, skip next st; rep from * to last st, dc in last st, turn.
Rows 3-92 (116, 140, 176, 176, 188, 212, 216): Repeat Row 2.
At the end of the last row fasten off and weave in all ends before adding the Border.
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BORDER
Adult Sizes
With the RS facing, join yarn in the colour of your choice to the first stitch to work along the width of the blanket.
Round 1: ch1, sc in each st across the width, ch1,
rotate to work along the length of the blanket now, 2sc in the side of each row of the length, ch1,
rotate to work along the width of the blanket now, sc in each st across the width, ch1,
rotate to work along the length of the blanket now, 2sc in the side of each row of the length, ch1, ss in 1st to join. [700 (916, 1132, 1276, 1516, 1628, 1780, 1916)]
Round 2: ch1, *sc in each st to ch1-sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in ch1-sp; rep around the blanket, ss in 1st to join. [708 (924, 1140, 1284, 1524, 1636, 1788, 1924)]
Round 3: ch1, *sc in each st to ch1-sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in ch1-sp; rep around the blanket, sc in each st to 1st, ss in 1st to join. [716 (932, 1148, 1292, 1532, 1644, 1796, 1932)]
Rounds 4-5: Rep Round 3. [732 (948, 1164, 1308, 1548, 1660, 1812, 1948)]
You can continue to repeat Round 3 as many times as you like to get the Border depth you desire.
You can also change yarn colour as often as you like.
Once the Border is complete break yarn and weave in ends to complete.
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