The Crochet Garden Patch Blanket Pattern is a delightful and vibrant project that features colorful motifs and granny squares, perfect for brightening up your home. This blanket is constructed using a combination of Flower Power motifs and All in One Granny Squares, providing a fun and engaging crochet experience. With a variety of techniques used throughout the project, crocheters of all skill levels can create their own unique version. Follow the step-by-step directions and referenced project photographs for guidance as you craft this beautiful blanket!
Project Details
- Crochet terminology: U.S.
- Skill level: Intermediate (requires proficiency with color changes and joining rounds)
- Finished size: Approximately (not provided)
- Construction method: Motifs and squares, joined together
Materials and Tools
| Yarn option | Yarn and specifications | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Contrast A | Red Heart® All in One Flower Power™ (Color: Marigold, 2005) | 1 ball or 10 Squares |
| Contrast B | Red Heart® All in One Flower Power™ (Color: Bluebell, 2006) | 1 ball or 11 Squares |
| Contrast C | Red Heart® Granny Square All in One™ (Color: White-Citrus Twist, 2002) | 1 ball or 14 Squares |
| Contrast D | Red Heart® Super Saver® (Color: Spring Green, 0672) | 1 ball or 336 yds/307 m |
| Contrast E | Red Heart® Super Saver® (Color: Soft White, 0316) | 2 balls or 623 yds/570 m |
| Contrast F | Red Heart® Super Saver® (Color: Shocking Pink, 0718) | 1 ball or 239 yds/218 m |
| Contrast G | Red Heart® Super Saver® (Color: Saffron, 0234) | 1 ball or 182 yds/166 m |
- Hook: Size U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) Susan Bates® Silvalume® crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
- Yarn needle (Susan Bates®)
Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| dc | double crochet |
| sc | single crochet |
| tr | treble crochet |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
Preparation and Techniques
Working in Rounds
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This pattern uses both continuous and joined rounds. It’s crucial to follow the instructions about joining rounds precisely to maintain the design’s integrity. Each round’s beginning chain count may affect the stitch count, so pay close attention to those directions.
Changing Yarn Colors
When changing yarn colors, always finish your last stitch in the old color and begin the next round with a slip stitch in the new color. This method ensures a tidy and professional appearance at color transitions.
Complete Pattern Instructions
Flower Power Motif
With Contrast A, make 10; with Contrast B, make 11.
Flower Power Motif Rounds
| Round | Instructions | Stitches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ch 4. Join with sl st to first ch to form ring. | — |
| 2 | Ch 3. 9 dc in ring. Join. Color 1 complete. | 10 dc |
| 3 | Color 2 begins: Ch 3. 1 dc in first dc. 2 dc in each dc around. Join. | 20 dc |
| 4 | Sl st in next dc. *(Ch 3. 1 tr) in same st as last sl st. 3 tr in next dc. (1 tr. 1 dc) in next dc. Sl st in next dc. (1 dc. 1 tr) in next dc. 3 tr in next dc. (1 tr. 1 dc) in next dc. Sl st in next dc. Rep from * around; join. | — |
| 5 | Color 3 begins: Sl st in first dc. Ch 3. 1 dc in next tr. 1 hdc in next tr. 1 sc in next tr. 1 hdc in next tr. 1 dc in each of next 2 sts. 1 tr in dc of 2nd rnd below sl st. 1 dc in next dc. Join. | — |
| 6 | Ch 6 (counts as tr and ch-2). 1 tr in same sp as sl st. 2 dc in next st. Ch 1. 1 dc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. 1 sc in next st. Ch 1. Skip next st. 1 sc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. 1 dc in next st. Ch 1. 2 dc in next st. (1 tr. Ch 2. 1 tr) all in next st. Join. | — |
| 7 | Sl st in next ch-2 sp. Ch 2 (does not count as st). (1 hdc. Ch 3. 3 hdc) in same ch-2 sp as sl st. Ch 1. (3 hdc. Ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to next corner ch-2 sp. (3 hdc. Ch 3. 3 hdc) all in next ch-2 sp. Ch 1. Rep from * twice more. 2 hdc in first ch-2 sp. Join. Fasten off, leaving approx 24″ tail. | — |
All in One Granny Square Motif
With Contrast C, make 14.
All in One Granny Square Motif Rounds
| Round | Instructions | Stitches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ch 4. Join with sl st to first ch to form ring. Ch 6. (3 dc. Ch 3) 3 times in ring. 2 dc in ring. Join. | — |
| 2 | Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as last sl st. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join. | — |
| 3 | Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 3 dc in last ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join. | — |
| 4 & 5 | Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. in each ch-1 sp to next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join. Fasten off. | — |
Granny Square Motifs
With Contrast D, make 9.
| Row | Colors | Make |
|---|---|---|
| 1st rnd to 5th rnd | Version 1: G | D | F | F | F | Make 10 |
| 1st rnd to 5th rnd | Version 1: F | G | G | G | G | Make 6 |
Stripe Motif
Make 6 (should measure approx 6″ x 12″ when complete).
