Simple squares can be combined into stunning crochet blankets. They doesn’t have to be intricate or complicated – basic ones will do! All magic takes place on several stages of the process. First, you have to decide on your color palette! “The more the merrier” scheme does not always apply 😉
Hues you will choose will have a great impact on the final look of your blanket. Secondly, joining! When you are all done with making squares and decided how to arrange them, it’s time to combine them together. Nice joining technique will produce outstanding results! And last but not least, edging. Finish off your work with beautiful detailing. Take a look at examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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1. Sand Dollar Afghan
This amazing afghan works in only four rounds, which makes it really simple and fun to do as a side project. It’s going to be the perfect finishing touch to your summer decor.
- DESIGNED by: Rohn Strong
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
photo by Rohn Strong / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on rohnstrong.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
2. Button Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
This amazing colorful blankie has such cute little buttons in the places where the squares meet. The buttons add complexity and originality do this project, so by changing them you can make your blankie look completely different. Stunning project for ambitious beginners.
- DESIGNED by Esther Dijkstra
- PROJECT TYPE blanket square
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Go to the paid pattern: Button Blanket see more here
3. Strange Signs
This pattern could looks amazing if you use one solid and natural colors, but you can use any colorway you want.
- DESIGNED by BebaBlanket
- PROJECT TYPE blanket square
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Go to the paid pattern: Strange Signs
4. Square Motif Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Great color combo and grey joining make this blanket pop! It’s easy, great for beginners.
- DESIGNED by Gonca Kose
- PROJECT TYPE blanket square
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Go to the free pattern: Square Motif Blanket
5. Floral Blanket Free Crochet Pattern
Blooming flowers on top of your blanket will make it truly unique! These flower squares look great together with simple ones.
- DESIGNED by Gonca Kose
- PROJECT TYPE blanket square
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Go to the pattern: Floral Blanket
6. The Friendship Blanket Project
Bring some colors into your home with a new, super fun crochet blanket! Take a look at the pictures below and let me know, do you like all these amazing colors used to create this throw? Combine your creativity to make a beautifully colorful blanket that you can gift to a loved one or donate to charity.
- DESIGNED by Nicola Valiji and Zoë Potrac
- PROJECT TYPE crochet top
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
PHOTOS by Nicola Valiji and Zoë Potrac / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on topcrochetpatterns.com, or check out more on its Ravelry page here.
7. Granny square – Etta – HÄKELQUADRAT
Granny squares never fail to surprise me! The moment I think I saw all the different combination and designs that can be made out of them, some very talented author, like ateliermarielucienne comes in, and proves me wrong! Take a look at these gorgeous squares and get inspired!
- DESIGNED by marie-lucienne
- THIS VERSION is by ateliermarielucienne
- PROJECT TYPE crochet top
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
PHOTOS by ateliermarielucienne/ Instagram.com
Find this free pattern on marie-lucienne.com, the top photo is here and the bottom photo is here.
8. Blanket Of Hope
Flowery crochet squares will never fail to surprise me! Just take a look at the pictures below and see for yourself, these colorful squares are absolutely fantastic and will allow you to make a unique throw or bed spread! Do you like it? Let me know!
- DESIGNED by: myrosevalley
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
photo by myrosevalley / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on myrosevalley.com, the top photo is here
9. Baby Olive’s Sunburst Blanket
Isn’t this sunburst blanket in the pictures below jus amazing? Take a look at it, the grey-ish color is the perfect base for all the colors to really pop! This particular project is made out of 63 squares (7×9) which made a good sized baby blanket, but you can easily go for a different project using these!
- DESIGNED by: Jenny Hoogeboom
- THIS VERSION is by Redthecurlyone
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
photo by Redthecurlyone / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on nittybits.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. This particular version is on Ravelry.
10. Harmony Blanket
How colorful is this stunning harmony blanket in the pictures below? It’s made by mama.hobbit and it’s a fantastic and really easy to make blanket, that will be a statement piece in your home. It will really remind you of summer and holiday time!
- DESIGNED by: purplepolkadotty
- THIS VERSION is by mama.hobbit
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
photo by mama.hobbit / Instagram.com
Find this free pattern on attic24.com, or read more about it on Ravelry. The photos are here.
11. Colorful Blanket
How beautiful is this blanket in the pictures below? It’s made by Zoubida Brahimi and it has such a lovely colorway! You can make it really quickly and with only yarn scraps. It’s a fantastic nursery project, that is a great gift idea for a baby shower.
- DESIGNED by: Zoubida Brahimi
- PROJECT TYPE: blanket
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
photo by Zoubida Brahimi / Ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on zouzoucrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
12. Multi-coloured squares blanket
How beautiful is this colorful crochet blanket in the pictures below? It’s created by Melanie Payne and it has such amazing colors, don’t you think? The finished size is apporoximately 160cm x 210cm (approx 63″ x 83″), but you can easily adjust it.
- DESIGNED by Melanie Payne
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Melanie Payne / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
13. Rainforest Patchwork Blanket
This gorgeous patchwork blanket in the pictures below is a free pattern, that’s totally worth the while! It’s a really cool piece, that will look amazing on your couch, don’t you think? What’s more, it’s perfectly suitable for beginners and each finished square is approximately 10cm x 10cm (4in x 4 in).
- DESIGNED by Emma TheCrochetSwirl
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Emma TheCrochetSwirl / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on thecrochetswirl.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
14. Circle & Square
This beautiful crochet blanket in the pictures below was made by Yarnspirations Design Studio and it’s such a fun piece, that everyone will simply love! It’s perfect for snuggling under it after a long day. The finished size is approximately 52″ [132 cm].
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Yarnspirations Design Studio / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
15. Island Time Blanket
This pretty crochet blanket in the pictures below is such a colorful and vibrant piece! It’s absolutely timeless and you will love snuggling under it! The finished size is approximately 42″x52″ and it’s such a bright and sweet addition to your living room!
- DESIGNED by Mallory Krall
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Mallory Krall / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on nautikrallcrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
16. Window to the Mountains
Bring the freedom and wilderness of the mountains into your home, onto your porch. Give a try to the Window to the Mountains crochet blanket in very outdoorsy colors being vibrant blue and deep green. You will be wrapping yourself up in this soft and warm throw while also feeling the freshness of the high mountain spirit. Make as many Kosice squares as you wish and enjoy their textured nature.
- DESIGNED by Ibhanmade
- THIS VERSION by Lubica Brodnianska
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photos by Lubica Brodnianska / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lbhandmade.eu, or read more about it on Ravelry.
17. Ombre Motif Sampler
A great pattern for those who are on the road. This ombre blanket is made of separate sections crafted with different stitches. It makes it easy and handy to take with you only the part you are working on. At the end, when you sew all sections together, you will be amazed by the overall effect. This is not just another boring throw, it is textures, an ombre blanket that is fun to make and a pleasure to snuggle in.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations
- THIS VERSION by Red Heart Design Team
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Red Heart Design Team / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
18. Millions of Spiderwebs Scrap Afghan
Don’t get scared of the spiders, as this Afghan blanket takes only what’s the best from them – the amazing spider web patterns. The ABC Knitting went for crochet techniques to design this very traditional blanket with a little twist. The crochet squares of which it composes feature delicate lace-like ornaments. Play with colors with this one and create a huge blanket that fits your bed or sofa perfectly.
- DESIGNED by ABC Knitting
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by ABC Knitting / instagram.com
Find original free pattern on abc-knitting-patterns.com.
19. Not So Scrappy Scrap Yarn Blanket
Blankets made of several crochet squares are a great way to use all the yarn leftovers you’ve accumulated during the last months. A zero waste project in its best, most fun version. This time Hortense is not really Knitting with Chopsticks, but crocheting with hooks to create this beginner friendly pattern. All beginners would also appreciate the possibility to work it square by square, with no pressure of time.
- DESIGNED by Knitting with Chopsticks
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Knitting with Chopsticks / knittingwithchopsticks.com
Find original free pattern on knittingwithchopsticks.com.
20. Garden Squares Blanket
A classic granny square blanket is a great baby shower gift. Timeless and loved by everyone, this classic crochet pattern is easy to follow. DROPS Design has created this beginner level skill project with lots of hints and tips. However, just like with the crochet hook size, you feel like it is not working for you, make adjustments. A personalised free crochet pattern is always the best solution.
- DESIGNED by DROPS Design
- PROJECT TYPE blanket
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Photos DROPS Design / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on garnstudio.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
21. Blanket Lilac
This blanket you will create with a combination of a slip stitch, double and single crochet stitch. And some other intermediate level skills put together by Lubica Brodnianska. Each crochet square is created separately and then joined with another. It’s a fun crochet project to try different yarn scraps. The more differentiated it is, the more spectacular the effect will be.
- DESIGNED by Lubica Brodnianska
- PROJECT TYPE
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos Lubica Brodnianska / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on lbhandmade.eu, or read more about it on Ravelry.
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