madebyanita Granny Stripe

I made my first version of this blanket in 2014. I was still quite new to crochet at the time and completely obsessed with Granny stripes. Not much has changed since then 😁. This blanket is still one of my favourite things I have ever made. It’s as much of a joy to make as it is to sit wrapped up in it. My original version is still going strong and is a much-loved member of the family.

My 2014 blanket is still going strong!

This updated version features a deep ribbed border. It reminds me of cosy knitwear, which is appropriate as the original inspiration for this blanket was a Cath Kidston Cardigan.

The pattern also includes a matching cushion cover. It’s made using yarn leftover from the blanket, so nothing gets wasted.

The original inspiration was this wonderful Cath Kidston cardigan.

I used Scheepjes Colour Crafter Dk this time. It’s wonderfully soft and the colours have a very retro feel to them. This design will blend itself into modern or traditional homes and is always ready for a picnic!

It’s a large blanket but Granny stripe works up quickly. The colour changes keep it interesting to the very last stitch.

Pattern Details

This pattern is completely beginner friendly. If you are familiar with chain and treble crochet, (US double crochet) you are good to go.

The pattern is 18 pages and includes:

Detailed Granny stripe tutorial and special stitch instructions.

A simple calculation to allow you to make a blanket in any size.

TWO border options. The original 2014 border and the new deep ribbed border.

Cushion pattern.

Colouring in sheet. Print as many as you like to design alternative colour schemes!

Yarn

Scheepjes Colour Crafter Dk

7 x Hasselt ,1 each Delfzijl, Leeuwarden, Tilburg, Kampen, Heerlen, Tiel, Zwolle, Assen, Arnhem.

Snufflebeanyarn has a handy yarn pack for this blanket here.

If you prefer Stylecraft Special Dk, you will need 7 x Parchment and 1 each Pisctachio, Spice, Pomegranate, Burgundy, Wisteria, Raspberry, Bluebell, Meadow and Khaki.

The yarn leftover from the blanket is enough to make the cushion.

You will also need

4mm crochet hook, yarn needle, scissors, locking stitch markers (optional, for cushion construction)

Finished blanket size 120cm x 175/185cm depending on border chosen.

Finished cushion size 42x42cm