Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 1200-1500 yards)
- Size H (5mm) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Gauge
10 stitches (sts) x 10 rows = 4 inches (in) square in waffle stitch pattern
Instructions
Foundation Chain
- Measure the desired width of your blanket. For a throw size blanket, you will need approximately 101 chains.
- Chain a multiple of 2 plus 1 to achieve the desired width. For example, chain 101 for a throw size blanket.
- Start with a slip knot on the hook, then chain 1. This will count as your first stitch.
Row 1 (Right Side)
- Sc in 2nd chain from hook and each chain across. This will create a foundation row of single crochet stitches.
- Turn your work to the right side.
Row 2
- Ch 1, *skip next stitch (sk next st), 3 double crochet (dc) in next stitch, skip next stitch, single crochet (sc) in next stitch; repeat from * across.
- This row will create the waffle stitch pattern. The * symbol indicates the repeat sequence.
- Turn your work to the right side.
Row 3
- Ch 1, sc in each double crochet and single crochet across. This row will fill in the spaces created in Row 2.
- Turn your work to the right side.
Row 4
- Ch 1, *skip next single crochet, 3 dc in next single crochet, skip next single crochet, sc in next single crochet; repeat from * across.
- This row will create another waffle stitch pattern.
- Turn your work to the right side.
Repeat Rows 3-4
- Repeat Rows 3-4 until your piece measures the desired length, ending with Row 3.
Finishing
- Fasten off and weave in all ends.
- Block your piece lightly if desired. This will help the stitches relax and the blanket to lay flat.
Tips and Variations
- Adjusting the Gauge: If your gauge is different, adjust the number of chains in the foundation row accordingly.
- Changing Colors: You can change colors at the end of any row by simply cutting the yarn and starting a new color.
- Adding Edging: You can add a simple border of single crochet or a more elaborate edging to finish the blanket.
