Fun Easy And Colorful Crochet Blankets
I’ve already written so many good words about granny stitch, that I don’t think there is second technique this popular. It’s so basic, and yet designers come up with new ideas everyday. Amazing!
Granny crochet blankets come in all shapes and sizes, and today our focus is on those made with squares. Big or small – no matter! Granny square is versatile and looks great. Beginners, grab your crochet hooks and try these tutorials, because they will let you hone your skills while making a piece of art. Take a look at examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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Star Granny Square Blanket
You will need a 4 mm hook to make this blanket. It’s so full of colors and the best part is, you can make each square in different color, to make it really unique. play with the edging as well!
- DESIGNED by Joanne Johncey
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Joanne Johncey / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yousayicrochet.co.uk, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Farm Blanket
You can easily make this blanket into a bed cape or a throw, because it’s really easily adjustable. The squares are really simple to crochet, so don’t worry if you’re just beginning!
- DESIGNED by Maria’s Blue Crayon
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Maria’s Blue Crayon / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on mariasbluecrayon.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Farmhouse Granny Square Free Crochet Pattern
This beautiful granny square will make the most stunning blanket. You can make those little squares in any color combination you want, they will be very original and unique. Easy, works up fast and the result is amazing!
- DESIGNED by: Lindsay Oncken (Bundle)
- PROJECT TYPE: square
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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This lovely square makes such a beautiful blanket! It’s made out of warm colored yarn, so it’s perfect for white, minimalistic interiors, but will also look lovely in many other decors.
- DESIGNED by: Lindsay Oncken (Bundle)
- PROJECT TYPE: square
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Rainbow Puff Square Free Crochet Pattern
This classic square stitch has a little, colorful twist to it. It looks so lovely with some added colors! It will make the most beautiful blanket, that even a beginner will be able to make. Enjoy!
- DESIGNED by: Crafty CC
- THIS VERSION is by thoresbycottage
- PROJECT TYPE: throw
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Rainbow Puff Square see more of this version here and here
Weekend in Stockholm Throw Free Crochet Pattern
This vibrant blankie screams “spring”. And I’m sure we are all always impatiently waiting for this beautiful season to finally come. With this blankie you can feel like it’s already there! And on top of that, it’s warm, cosy and perfect for cold evenings with hot tea.
- DESIGNED by: Debbie Stoller
- THIS VERSION is by MissCamel
- PROJECT TYPE: throw
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Weekend In Stockholm Throw see more of this version here and here
This lovely version looks a little like velvet, right? It reflects the light beautifully and it’s gonna be a great addition to your home decor. Classic, soft and very warm, just perfect.
- DESIGNED by: Lindsay Oncken (Bundle)
- THIS VERSION is by kmoleta
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
Go to the pattern:
Farmhouse Granny Square see more of this version here
Parks and Recreation Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
This sweet blanket give a 90’s vibe, right? Nonetheless it’s very fun to make and you can easily repeat this pattern in many other projects, like wraps, pillow cases, even clothes!
- DESIGNED by: Miss Kate Wilson
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Granny Stripes & Squares Free Crochet Pattern
This blanket definitely embellishes the home decor. If your decor is minimalistic and neutral, and you want to bring some more energy and a splash of color into your interior, this pattern is a go to! Classic with beautifully selected colors.
- DESIGNED by: Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
Go to the pattern:
Granny Stripes & Squares see more here
Emma Square Free Crochet Pattern
This colorful, vibrant blanket is easy and fast to make – perfect project for beginners. Besides its beautiful look, it is also warm, cosy and very soft. Perfect for autumn and winter evenings!
- DESIGNED by: Dedri Uys
- THIS VERSION is by Antenne25
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
Go to the pattern:
Emma Square see more of this version here and here
Fluffy Granny C2C Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
It’s called fluffy blanket for a good reason – it’s extra cosy, soft, and yet light weight. But the best thing about it is, that this granny blanket is simply timeless. You can gift it to your friends no matter of their age – warm and made with love blanket will be always a great present.
- DESIGNED by: Fiber Flux / Jennifer Dickerson
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Great Granny Free Crochet Pattern
You can easily adjust the size of this blanket. The best words to describe it are: oldie but goodie. Timeless pattern, will look stunning with many types of decor. Think about making a few of them and gifting them to your friends and family for Christmas.
- DESIGNED by: Frankie Brown
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Fluffy Granny Mitered Square Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Give winter a firm handshake with this lovely, warm blanket. This project is beginner friendly, so grab your yarn and start crocheting! If you’re not a big fan of multicolor stripes, just go for one favorite color.
- DESIGNED by: Fiber Flux / Jennifer Dickerson
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Fluffy Mitered Granny Square Blanket
Heart Granny Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Little granny heart hidden in the big square? This lovely detail will make all the difference. Choose your favorite colors and make a combination that will be unique for you. I bet someone you love will be very happy to receive such gift!
- DESIGNED by: The Patchwork Heart
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
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Harmony Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Little basic granny squares are perfect base for a blanket. It requires some patience and planning, though! The flow of colors is crucial in such big project, so it’s good to plan before starting the work. This project is beginner-friendly!
- DESIGNED by: Lucy of Attic24, this version by bytheseashore
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Paquin Blanket
Who said that black blankets aren’t interesting? Lee Sartori has proven, that it’s completely not true! What’s more, this gorgeous, black blanket will look just amazing in a minimalistic interior. However feel free to experiment with the colors and make this one in any color combination you want. The finished size is 42” x 52” blocked.
- DESIGNED by Lee Sartori
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Lee Sartori / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on cococrochetlee.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Bobble Chevron Striped
Bobble stitches are just classic and timeless. What’s more, they add amazing texture to the project. Yarnspirations Design Studio combined bobble stitches, fringes and stripes in one project (take a look at the picture below) and it turned out amazing! The finished size is approximately 42” x 52” blocked.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Yarnspirations Design Studio / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Daisy Blanket
Granny squares make just adorable blankies, just like this one by Color ‘n Cream on the pictures below. This particular version is made by denise451. I absolutely love these pastel colors and the fact that each square has a sweet daisy in the center. The finished size of this baby blankie is 45 x 55cm.
- DESIGNED by Color ‘n Cream
- THIS VERSION is by denise451
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by denise451 / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern oncolorncream.blogspot.co.uk, or read more about it on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
Cassette Afghan
Who wants to travel back in time to the 80’s and 90’s? If you feel like mixing thins up a little, you have to check out this fantastic afghan in the pictures below! It was made by Lee Sartori and will make you feel so sentimental! Choose fun colors, mix shades and enjoy this funky throwback!
- DESIGNED by Lee Sartori
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Lee Sartori / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on crochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Record Blanket
This super cool blanket in the pictures below was made by Dawn Curran and it features a modern – retro circle motif, that’s inspired by the best things of the 80’s, which are the music and lively, amazing colors! The finished size is 57 x 78″. Have fun!
- DESIGNED by Dawn Curran
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Dawn Curran / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on crochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Patchwork with Visible Seams
This gorgeous blanket in the pictures below is simply a work of art, don’t you think? And it’s so easy to make! It’s worked in single stitch and it really has a gorgeous knitted look, doesn’t it? It’s the ultimate on-the-go project, that great for practicing crochet skills!
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by Yarnspirations Design Studio / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
The Herfst Blanket
This fantastic crochet blankie in the pictures below is a super easy project, that is going to make your couch or bed look so much better! It’s sure to elevate your home decor. Don’t you think that the irregular stripes and cozy texture really make the perfect blanket for curling up in front of the fireplace?
- DESIGNED by knittingwithchopsticks
- PROJECT TYPE baby blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photo is by knittingwithchopsticks / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on knittingwithchopsticks.com, the top photo is here and the bottom photo is here.
Caron Colored Grid Crochet Blanket
Make your favorite fun color selection to crochet this beautiful grid blanket. The best thing about the pattern is that it’s easily adjustable and personalized. Just change the color scheme and crochet less or more of the grids to change the size of it. Add some tassels or fringes at the borders to make it even prettier. This way you will make a very special blanket that will fit your interior perfectly.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Yarnspirations Design Studio / yarnspirations.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com.
Olieo Blankie
With a selection of colorful medium weight yarns you can create this amazing Olieo Blankie. Designed to be beginner friendly, it turns out beautiful and eye-catching. The colors are delicately transformed from one to another, the yarn bubbles are enriching the texture. The Missy Marshall design was made from soft Lion Brand yarn to make it even more comfortable and cozy sofa time snuggle throw.
- DESIGNED by Missy Marshall
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photos by Missy Marshall / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lionbrand.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Neon Bobbles Blanket
Neon colors have never seemed so cozy and snugly as when put into work by Premier Yarns Design Team in their blanket idea. But we can be sure what they are doing so when the colorful, vibrant crochet bobbles are put into a basic modern blanket pattern, there must be a reason behind it. And that reason is – make your life more fun and cheerful! Such an easy way to introduce some color and joy in everyday living.
- DESIGNED by Premier Yarns Design Team
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photos by Premier Yarns Design Team / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on premieryarns.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Keep Cozy Blanket
Keep it cozy and stay under your new colorful blanket for hours, just as some movie time should be. It takes some extra skills to make this Lisa Hopper design, like bobble stitch, rice stitch, florette stitch, lemon peel stitch and more. However, it is worth learning them not only top creates this amazingly fun blanket, but also to then use in other projects. And this design will make an amazing birthday gift for anyone loving their time chilling on the sofa.
- DESIGNED by Lisa Hopper
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Lisa Hooper / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on cutecrochetmakes.wixsite.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Fall in Love Blanket
To fall in love with this particular blanket is not a difficult task. It’s rich colors and dense texture are exactly what we all need when the sun doesn’t warm us as much as we wish it did. Dayna Perry has created this pattern with this exact need in mind. And you can make this miraculous blanket on your own, even if you are not an advanced crocheter because this one, despite its intricate look, is a beginner friendly craft.
- DESIGNED by Dayna Perry
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Dayna Perry / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on thispixiecreates.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Sand & Surf Blanket
Textured blanket of kind of a loose structure is a great piece to snuggle with. It will comfort you and wrap around you easily, just like easily you can crochet it with Jeanne Steinhibler’s pattern. Blurred stripes are what makes the blanket easy on the eyes, little bubbles are a fun way to double up on the softness. Use delicate, not very saturated color to achieve that fuzzy, comforting look.
- DESIGNED by Jeanne Steinhilber
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Jeanne Steinhilber / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on thecrochetcrowd.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
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