Agat Last Updated on July 17, 2024
Sometimes all I want is an easy repeated stitch pattern, just to get my hands busy without thinking too much. That’s why I love the Wattle stitch so much, it’s a simple stitch with a gorgeous texture, and it makes a beautiful and easy crochet blanket!
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As I mentioned above, this blanket is made using the Wattle Stitch. It’s such an easy stitch, did you know that you can also work the Wattle Stitch in C2C?
I was making this blanket when I was 8 months pregnant with my daughter and was looking for a simple and easy stitch that I could just crochet without thinking and still get a beautiful textured crochet blanket.
The Wattle stitch has such a nice texture, the blanket will look lovely both in solid yarn and variegated yarn.
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How to Crochet a Beginner Blanket?
What makes this blanket a perfect beginner-friendly pattern is that it uses only basic stitches. The Wattle stitch is a combination of a chain, single crochet and, double crochet, so if you master these three stitches you are good to go!
The Wattle stitch is very similar to the Suzette Stitch (which is less holey) and is also a great stitch for an easy crochet blanket.
Another thing that I love about this pattern is that it’s a one-row repeat pattern, which makes it a super simple crochet blanket and a great one to pick after a long day, or when you watch TV.
The Yarn I Used For My Blanket
I chose to use a DK (#3) weight yarn because my daughter was born in early October, and it’s still not very cold here at this time of the year. I used Cottonsoft DK by King Cole so the blanket won’t be too warm.
If you want your blanket to work up faster and be thicker and warmer, you should use Worsted (#4) weight yarn. You can use any type of yarn fiber you like, acrylic / wool will obviously be warmer than cotton yarn.
Simple Crochet Blanket Free Pattern
Skill level – easy
Materials
– Crochet hook 4 mm / G (I love the Etimo and Clover Hooks)
– DK (#3) weight yarn – 100% cotton (100 gr – 210m / 230yds)
Total amount of yarn needed: 600gr/1,260m/1,374yds
I used King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK – Rhododendron (2441), this yarn is very soft and nice to work with!
More great yarn options:
Mary Maxim – Artist Pallete
Mary Maxim – Sugar Baby Stripes
Lion Brand – Mandala
Finished Size – 30×35” (76×89cm)
Gauge (Wattle st) – 8 sts and 15 rows = 4 in/10 cm with 4.0mm / G hook.
st = [1sc, ch1, 1dc]
Abbreviations (US)
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
Pattern Notes
- The blanket can be made with any weight yarn, with a suitable hook, make sure to check your gauge.
- The pattern is a multiple of 3, you can change the width of the blanket by keeping a multiple of 3 chains.
Easy Crochet Blanket Written Instructions
Ch 147
Row 1:
[1sc, ch1, 1dc] in 3rd ch from hook, skip 2 ch’s.
* [1sc, ch1, 1dc] in next ch, skip 2 ch’s; repeat from * to last ch, 1hdc in next ch, turn.
Row 2:
ch1 (counts as 1sc), skip 1st hdc.
* skip next dc, [1sc, ch1, 1dc] in next ch-1, skip next sc; repeat from * to beginning ch-2, 1hdc in ch-2, turn.
Row 3:
ch1 (counts as 1sc), skip 1st hdc.
* skip next dc, [1sc, ch1, 1dc] in next ch-1, skip next sc; repeat from * to last ch-1, 1hdc in ch-1, turn.
Repeat row 3 until blanket measures 35” (89cm).
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Adding a Border to Your Blanket
I think this is a subjective question, the answer is a combination of the crochet stitch you choose for your blanket and how you like the look of a crochet border.
Some stitches and patterns don’t have neat and straight edges, so a border will be a good addition as I did in the Mitered Tulips Blanket.
The Wattle stitch makes a nice edge, so for my blanket, I chose not to crochet a border since I like the ending result without it.
What is a Good Size For a Crochet Blanket?
It depends on your preference, I made this blanket as a baby blanket for my daughter. But this crochet blanket pattern will make a lovely blanket of any size.
If you want to change the size of your blanket all you have to do is change the starting chain and keep a multiple of 3 chains. Just make sure to check your gauge to reach the desired width.
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Hi there! I love this stitch, thank you so much for sharing. I would like to had a boarder though, any recommendations on how/what stitch to use?
Hi Kelsey,
I’m glad you like this stitch tutorial!
I like minimal borders, so I would probably use single crochet as a border for this kind of stitch.
You can also work the Wattle stitch itself as a border, it can add a really nice texture.
I hope it helps 🙂
Agat