The Crochet Heart-y Lace Blanket Pattern is a delightful and intricate design that brings elegance and warmth to any space. Featuring a stunning lace texture and heart motifs, this blanket will provide both beauty and comfort. The construction involves a series of treble crochet stitches, chains, and picots, making it an engaging project for crocheters comfortable with lacy techniques. This pattern is ideal for enhancing your crochet skills, while resulting in a lovely blanket suitable for gifts or your own home.
As you work through the project, refer to the accompanying photographs for visual guidance alongside the written instructions. Happy crocheting!
Project Details
Crochet Terminology: U.S.
Skill Level: Intermediate; requires knowledge of treble crochet and picot techniques
Finished Size: Approximately 40″ diagonal
Construction Method: Lace pattern in rows
Materials and Tools
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Yarn and specifications
Amount
Primary Yarn
Red Heart® Super Saver® (7 oz / 198 g; 364 yds / 333 m): Pale Plum (0579)
3 balls or 830 yds / 755 m
Size U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) Susan Bates® Silvalume® crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Susan Bates® yarn needle
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation
Meaning
ch
chain
sl st
slip stitch
tr
treble crochet
picot
small decorative loop
worked in back loop
stitching only in the back loop of the stitch
Preparation and Techniques
Working in Back Loops
This pattern includes sections where stitches are worked only in the back loops. This method creates a textured effect and is essential for following the lace pattern correctly. Make sure to consistently use the back loop of the stitches indicated.
Complete Pattern Instructions
Foundation
Ch 10.
See diagram on page 3.
1st Row (RS)
Row 1
1 tr in 5th ch from hook (counts as 2 tr). 1 tr in each of last 5 ch. 7 tr. Turn.
2nd Row
Row 2
Ch 11. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 6 ch. Skip first tr. 1 tr in each of next 6 tr. Turn.
3rd Row
Row 3
Ch 9. 1 tr in 5th ch from hook (counts as 2 tr). 1 tr in each of next 4 ch. 1 tr in next tr. Ch 5. Skip next 2 tr. Sl st in next tr. Ch 5. Skip next 2 tr. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 7 sl sts. Turn.
4th Row
Row 4
Ch 11. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 6 ch. Skip first tr. 1 tr in each of next 6 tr. Ch 2. Picot. Ch 2. Skip next (ch 5, sl st, ch 5). 1 tr in each of next 7 tr. Turn.
5th Row
Row 5
Ch 9. 1 tr in 5th ch from hook (counts as 2 tr). 1 tr in each of next 4 ch. 1 tr in next tr. Ch 5. Skip next 2 tr. Sl st in next tr. Ch 5. Skip next 2 tr. 1 tr in next tr. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 2 ch. 1 tr in base of picot, pushing picot downwards. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 2 ch. Rep from * to * once. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 7 sl sts. Turn.
6th Row
Row 6
Ch 11. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 6 ch. Skip first tr. 1 tr in each of next 6 tr. twice. Turn.
7th Row
Row 7
Ch 9. 1 tr in 5th ch from hook (counts as 2 tr). 1 tr in each of next 4 ch. 1 tr in next tr. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 2 ch. 1 tr in base of picot, pushing picot downwards. 1 tr in back loops of each of next 2 ch. Rep from [* to * once.] 1 tr in back loops of each of next 7 sl sts. Turn.
