If you’re a crocheter looking for a fun and cozy project, a furry square blanket might be just what you need. This project is relatively easy to make and the result is a soft, fluffy blanket perfect for curling up on a cold winter day. In this article, we’ll introduce you to a free crochet pattern for a furry square blanket that you can try at home.
Necessary materials: Before you begin, you’ll need to gather some materials. Here’s what you need:
Thick and soft wool yarn in two different colors
crochet hook 6.5mm
Scissors
tapestry needle
crochet pattern
See also Free Pattern: Crochet Heart Stitch
Each furry square will measure about 4 inches wide and 4 inches long. Here is the pattern for each square:
Start with a magic ring and crochet 12 single crochets (sc) inside the ring.
Increase 2 sc in each stitch (24 sc).
Work 1 sc in each stitch for 5 rows.
(2 sc, 1 inc) repeat 8 times (32 sc).
Work 1 sc in each stitch for 3 rows.
(2 sc, 1 decrease) repeat 8 times (24 sc).
Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rows.
(2 sc, 1 decrease) repeat 6 times (18 sc).
Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rows.
(1 sc, 1 decrease) repeat 6 times (12 sc).
Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rows.
(1 sc, 1 decrease) repeat 4 times (8 sc).
Secure the thread and cut off the excess thread.
Repeat this pattern to make as many furry squares as you like. For a standard size blanket, you may need about 50 squares.
See also Free Pattern: Crochet Heart Stitch
Set:
Now that you have all your furry squares ready, it’s time to assemble your blanket. Follow these instructions to assemble your blanket:
Start by selecting the color you want to use as the background color for your blanket. Using your crochet hook, attach the yarn to the bottom right corner of one of your furry squares.
Make a single single crochet (sc) in the same stitch and in each stitch around the hairy square. When you reach the top right corner, crochet 3 sc in the same stitch.
Attach the next color to the same stitch where you finished the first color. Work 1 sc into each stitch around the hairy square. When you reach the top right corner, crochet 3 sc in the same stitch.
Continue alternating background colors with each furry square until your blanket is the size you want.
To give your blanket a finished edge, make a single crochet around the entire blanket.
