Wavy Blanket
Author
Stephanie Gage
Introduction
This is a blanket made by using very basic stitches. Perfect for a beginner or advanced crocheter!
It is also a project that can be done with very little concentration, making it perfect for tv nights, or if you want to chat with your fellow crocheters and knitters.
Materials List
Note: I used Berroco Comfort yarn, but this blanket can be done in any worsted weight or heavier.
*YARN: Berroco Comfort:
2 - Color 9755 (Red)
2 - Color 9807 (Natural)
2 - Color 9703 (Denim)
*HOOK: I/5.5mm
*TAPESTRY NEEDLE
Finished Size
Crib size: 42x35 in.
To make it bigger, increase the number of chain stitches by 12 until desired size is reached.
Gauge
Not necessary to check your gauge. As long as you're using a worsted weight or heavier, the blanket can be modified to a size you want.
Notes
Stitch Pattern
1: 2 sc, *2 hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2sc*
2: 2 tr, *2 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr*
The Pattern
*To increase the size of the blanket, increase the chain stitch count by 14.
* This pattern makes a 42x35 in. blanket. (Crib sized)
Blanket
- Ch. 135 (MC)
- Begin stitch pattern 1 and continue until the end.
o Note: Make sure you continue the pattern from the * to the end to ensure you do not have 4 sc in a row.
- Change colors (Color B)
- Begin stitch pattern 2. Make 2 rows.
- Change colors (Color C)
- Begin stitch patter 1. Make 2 rows.
- Repeat that sequence until desired length is reached.
- The last row needs to be done in stitch pattern 1 for only 1 row (to match the beginning row of the blanket).
- Finish off. Weave in the ends.
Wow. This is gorgeous....I'm definitely going to try this next. I might change the colors....I think I'll go with a goldenrod yellow, gray, and white. I'm fairly new at crocheting. I learned as a child, but just picked it up again. I'm working on a king sized afghan now that is taking me FOREVER, and this will be the perfect blanket to make after I finally finish this monster blanket I'm currently slaving over! Thanks for this.
Definitely! I'm so happy you like it. It's great to do it in all kinds of different color combinations. :)
Very pretty! I love projects that allow me to veg in front of the tv but still be productive. :) Thanks for sharing the pattern.
I'd like to make this blanket as my first project after completing my basic crochet class and I have a question. There is no mention of a turning chains in the pattern. Do you omit them or do you complete then based on the beginning stitch?
I'm sorry if this is a stupid question!
Kimberley
I'd like to make this blanket as well but I am a bit confused re: turning chains and actual pattern repeat (how many chains per pattern) Any help would be greatly appreciated. It's such a great pattern!
Sara
Whenever you need to turn your work you must do a turning chain. Here's the rule:
Chain stitch
1 single crochet
2 half double crochet
3 double crochet
4 triple/treble crochet
And remember that the turning chain also counts as your first stitch! :)
Hope that helps!
I'm so sorry but this has confused me a bit. I've modified the pattern to the length I want and found to make the stitches and rows match up with the 2 patterns, I had to start with 171 chain w/ 170 actual stitches on the first row. Otherwise I was stuck in the middle of a pattern when I was working w/ 163 (28 additional stitches added to 135 crib blanket.) I ended up having to work it out on paper to make sure i didn't have to unravel again, but I am not 100% sure I am correct since I'm unfamiliar with this pattern. Am I on the right track?
My next question is about the turning chain. Is this supposed to make a type of scalloped edging or is the edging straight? Each time I am ready to turn my work over, am I supposed to make a total of 10 stitches in the first stitch from my hook thus reducing the patterns so that pattern 1 becomes 1sc (instead of 2sc) and pattern 2 becomes 1 tr (instead of 2tr)? Or have I misunderstood what was meant by the turning chain?
Please forgive my basic questions. I've crochet'd for years but mostly straight single style stitch afghans that were flat edged, no frills, nothing fancy, just dc's mixed w/ sl st. I also have a difficult time learning by reading directions. (People have to explain users manuals to me.) So any help you could provide would be _truly_ appreciated. I'm done w/ the first row and kinda waiting to move on. (Maybe a closeup photo or two could help.) Thank you so very much in advance.
Laone,
I will do my best to answer any questions, so here I go!
1. As long as you are increasing your foundation chain by 14 stitches, you should be fine. Don't even worry about the stitch patterns at this point. Just focus on the number 14. ;)
2.When you turn your work, you will count the turning chain as 1 sc, or 1 tr (depending on which row you're working on); then move on to the next stitch (the 2nd sc, etc.)
Here's is a site that contains videos, but she doesn't have any videos up of turning chains yet (of course....)
http://nexstitch.com/v_crochet_videos.html
I will try and get some photos up, but I can't guarantee any set time right now because I'm up to my ears with things going on! I will try though. :)
If that still doesn't make sense please let me know. I tried to make the pattern easy, guess not, eh?? *shrug*
This looks so pretty. I'm currently working on an American Flag afghan. I think I will make this one my next project if I ever finish this flag :-).
LOL at your comment about ever finishing the American Flag. My 7 year old wanted an American Flag afghan for Christmas. I started it in October and didn't finish it until a few days before Christmas. And it still doesn't have stars on it! Oh well, he's happy with it just as it is. Hope yours turns out great!
Love this! I am definitely going to make one of these. It will be so gorgeous in 3 shades of blue! Thanks!
This is a great pattern.. my husband chose this for an afghan he wants in Marine Corps colors! It has been really easy to make and looks great.
I do have one comment, though. To make it larger, the magic number to focus on adding is groups of 12, not 14.
This is because you repeat the pattern between asterisks..
*2 hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2sc*
It took me a few minutes to figure out why i had an extra 4 chains left after adding 2 extra 'waves'.
Thanks for that, I'll change it. :)
I noticed that too about the 12 stitch pattern. Took me a while to figure out why I had four extra stitches.
I am making this for my daughter who will graduate from West Point im May, so I guess it will look very similar to the one for the Marine Corps husband. I started this blanket just after Christmas and am about done. It looks simply stunning. Any ideas for a border that will give this a more finished look?
To finish mine, i just ended on the same color as i started, did only one half of the color (in other words, one row) to finish with a straight edge then went around the entire afghan with a reverse SC. it makes a nice, neat edging. My husband was thrilled with the results!
I just started this a couple of nights ago. I'm actually using 4 colors. (I need to get through all of this extra yearn taking up space in my closet :) It's really a cool design. Definitely a keeper!