Christmas Square Crochet Blanket — Full Free Pattern


Creating a textured Christmas blanket is one of the most satisfying holiday projects you can make.

Not only does it bring warmth and color to your home, but it also adds a festive handmade touch to any room.


This Christmas Square Crochet Blanket grows from the center outward, combining several techniques that create dimension, structure, and eye-catching colorwork.

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Although the result looks intricate, the stitch repetition makes it accessible even for confident beginners.

Materials

Before you begin, gather the following:

  • Worsted-weight yarn in red, green, and white

  • 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook

  • Yarn needle

  • Scissors

Since gauge is not crucial, you can adjust the yarn thickness without affecting the pattern’s construction.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

For clarity, this pattern uses standard US crochet terms:

  • ch – chain

  • sc – single crochet

  • dc – double crochet

  • tr – treble crochet

  • sl st – slip stitch

  • sk – skip

  • sp – space

  • st(s) – stitch(es)

  • puff – puff stitch (yarn over, pull up a loop 4 times, then close all loops)

  • cluster – 3 dc worked together in the same stitch

Pattern Structure

The blanket is worked in continuous rounds, slowly expanding into a large square. Each band introduces a new texture, which ultimately replicates the layered, Christmas-themed look seen in the inspiration photo.
Additionally, each section includes color changes that enhance the holiday aesthetic.

⭐ STEP-BY-STEP PATTERN

Center Mandala (Rounds 1–6)

This part forms the decorative circle at the heart of the blanket.

Round 1 — Center Circle (White)

Begin by chaining 4 and joining to form a ring. Next, chain 2 (which counts as an hdc) and work 11 additional hdc into the ring. After that, join with a slip stitch. (12 sts)

Round 2 — Puff Texture (Red)

Chain 1. Create one puff stitch in each stitch around, and finally join the round. (12 puffs)

Round 3 — Circle Expansion (Green)

Chain 3 (counts as dc). Then place another dc in the same stitch. Continue working 2 dc in every stitch around. Join. (24 sts)

Star Texture Band (Rounds 7–10)

This band imitates the small starburst details seen in the original blanket.

Round 7 — Base Round (White)

Chain 1 and single crochet in each stitch around. Then join the round.

Round 8 — Star Stitch Formation (Red and Green alternating)

Work the classic star stitch sequence:
Insert your hook into the current stitch and pull up a loop. Repeat this action into the next two stitches. Yarn over and pull through all loops to create a star. Chain 1 and repeat the sequence around the entire round.

Round 9 — Closing Stars (White)

Single crochet into every chain-1 space and the top of each star. Join at the end.

Granny Colorwork Band (Rounds 11–15)

Because the original piece contains strong color shifts, this section helps mimic the wider festive stripes.

Round 11 — Red

Chain 3. Work 3 dc in the next space, chain 1. Repeat from * to * all the way around.

Round 12 — White

Repeat the granny clusters in each space created by the previous round.

Round 13 — Green

Continue the established granny pattern.

Round 14 — Red

Repeat once again.

Round 15 — White

Repeat to complete the checkerboard appearance.

Cluster & Rope Texture Band (Rounds 16–20)

At this stage, the blanket gains significant depth.

Round 16 — Cluster Round (Green)

Work a cluster (3 dc together) followed by ch 2 repeatedly around. Join to finish.

Round 17 — Rope Texture (White)

Alternate front-post dc and back-post dc around the entire round. This transition adds a braided, rope-like look.

Round 18 — Puff Texture (Red)

Place one puff stitch in each stitch. Join.

Outer Shell & Lace Border (Rounds 21–26)

Because the original blanket features decorative lace and raised shells, this section recreates that effect.

Round 21 — Shell Stitch (White)

Skip 1 st, work 5 dc in the next stitch, skip 1 st, single crochet in the next stitch. Continue this pattern around.

Round 22 — Anchor Row (Green)

Work single crochets evenly across the tops of the shells. This row prepares the fabric for the lace.

Round 23 — Lattice Round (Red + Green)

Chain 5, skip three stitches, then single crochet. Repeat the sequence for a delicate openwork effect.

Round 24 — Tightening Round (White)

Single crochet in every stitch and chain space. This stabilizes the border.

Round 25 — Picot Edging (Red)

Work one sc, chain 3, slip stitch into the first chain (forming a picot), then skip 1 stitch. Repeat the pattern.

Round 26 — Final Frame (Green)

Double crochet around the entire blanket to give it a polished outer frame. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Finishing Touches

Once the stitching is complete, weave in all loose yarn ends. If the edges ripple slightly, lightly block the blanket to help the shape relax.

Additionally, you may add a hanging tag or personalized label to give your project a professional finish.

Perfect Uses

This blanket is ideal for:
– Holiday throws
– Christmas décor
– Gifts
– Cozy winter movie nights
– Handmade heirlooms

Its structure, textures, and color changes make it visually stunning and delightful to work on.

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