How nice it is when you can wrap yourself in a warm blanket that you knitted with your own hands. Such a thing gives a special warmth that comes from the very heart of the person who made it. A knitted blanket is a common decor for rustic-style interiors. However, it will look just as stylish and beautiful in rooms with a more modern finish. Knitting a blanket is not difficult, but the task is quite painstaking and not quick. Today I would like to show you a way to knit simple but quite effective motifs using the granny square technique and how to beautifully and simply weave them into a large bedspread.

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To knit a large blanket from these motifs you will need:

Multi-colored yarn. Be sure to choose a color for the background.

Crochet hook of the desired number.

Scissors.

Crochet pattern.

We will knit motifs using a simple pattern - this is a fairly common “granny square”, which we will update with the help of color.

We knit a lot of beautiful squares using this pattern. We knit the first five rows alternating different colors, but we knit the last row on all motifs in the same color, which we chose for the background.

Laying out the motifs on the floor or table, we select the most successful color combinations and connect the motifs with each other.

We weave motifs together in a simple and beautiful way. We simply tie them with another row of double crochets, which we tie first to one motif, then to another. First, we cast on 3 lifting loops on one motif.

Then we begin to make a double crochet and knit it into the corner of another motif. We knit two more stitches into the same loop and knit exactly the same group of three stitches into the motif with which we started.

Then we knit a new group again into the second motif.

This way we get a beautiful binding, with the help of which we connect the motifs with each other.

We weave the remaining motifs in the same way. To make it more convenient to “assemble” the plaid, I advise you to first form long strips from one row of motifs sewn together, and only after that tie these strips together. This way it will seem to you that the work is moving faster and knitting such a voluminous fabric will be much easier.

In the same way as we connected individual motifs, we weave our long strips.

We begin to shape the blanket fabric until we achieve the desired size.

This is how we knitted a beautiful, delicate and moderately bright blanket from simple square motifs.

This blanket will decorate your home and warm you up during the cold season.

A beautiful and original combination of square motifs.

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Schemes of various squares for creating your masterpieces.

Recently, knitted items have become relevant and popular in the interior again. Such products include crocheted bedspreads and blankets. Thanks to the use of materials of different structure and color, they fit perfectly into any interior style and will become its decoration. Despite the huge selection of ready-made bedspreads and blankets, they are easy to knit yourself.

1. Such bedspreads and blankets have many advantages:
2. They give a cozy, warm, welcoming and soulful atmosphere to the room.
3. Exclusive items. Thanks to the abundance of yarn types, colors, and knitting patterns, finished products become unique.
4. They are cheaper than buying ready-made ones.
5. The resulting result fully corresponds to your needs and wishes - you choose the combination of color, pattern, yarn structure, size, etc.

Before you start crocheting a blanket or bedspread, you need to choose its design. The following must be taken into account:

Purpose of the product. For example, to use it as a decorative element, you don’t have to limit yourself in choosing yarn, knitting patterns and using decorative decorations: beads, rhinestones, ribbons, etc. If you plan to knit a warming blanket, then you should give preference to simpler knitting patterns and yarn from wool or cotton. If you need a universal blanket, you will have to find a compromise solution. There is no need to use beads or bulky knitting for blankets that sit on. Such bedspreads should not have bulky knitting, beads, etc.

Also, its size will depend on the purpose of the homemade blanket. For example, for a double bed you need a blanket approximately 220x240 cm, for an armchair - 130x170 cm, for a small sofa - 150x210 cm.

Color solution. It should be combined with the rest of the interior elements in color and style. For example, for a classic style, Scandinavian interior, calm colors, a combination of no more than 3 colors, are more suitable. If the plaid is intended for, then bright and contrasting colors will be very appropriate.

The structure of the fabric of a blanket or bedspread. It can be a single piece or consist of motifs.

Knitting methods

One-piece patterns for a blanket

There is an incredibly wide variety of blanket crochet styles and patterns. All solid patterns are conventionally divided into:

• simple;
• openwork;
• mesh;
• shells;
• dense;
• embossed.

Even the simplest of them on blankets look original.

Motif plaid

Patterns with motifs are very popular and loved by needlewomen, regardless of age. This is partly due to the wide variety of attractive and original motifs:

• simple;
• round;
• triangular;
• hexagonal;
• openwork;
• Irish lace;
• floral.

Purpose of a homemade blanket

Bedspreads for furniture

Blankets and bedspreads are functional accessories for furniture. They can protect it from mechanical damage, dirt, dust, and give the surface, for example, a bed, chair or sofa a neat, interesting and stylish look. In addition, such products create the necessary, relaxing atmosphere in the home as an independent element or in addition to pillows of a similar style and texture. Can replace a light blanket or carpet for a baby.

Children's

Every mother wants the best and most beautiful things for her children. It's nice to do things for them yourself with motherly love and care. For example, a soft and delicate crocheted blanket or blanket to cover a child or make a crib look elegant. The main thing is that the blanket is warm for the season and pleasant to the body.

For newborns

Sometimes women become interested in knitting when they want to knit a beautiful, warm blanket for their baby. Newborns especially need a good and warm environment. From the first days, mothers wrap them in warm blankets. Even in the process of preparing for the birth of a baby, many of them crochet a blanket with the most original patterns and colors, unlike any other blanket. A crocheted blanket always turns out like this, even if it is connected with the simplest pattern.

For decoration

Such a beautiful masterpiece as a knitted blanket is always relevant in the interior of the house. A hand-knitted blanket will add uniqueness and sophistication to the living room. Pillows in knitted covers will be the finishing touch to the decorative ensemble.

Gift

Exclusive designer items are not cheap. Moreover, it’s nice to give someone near and dear one of them, made with your own hands, for example, an unusual knitted decorative blanket. Such a gift will speak of a sincere, kind disposition towards its recipient and of the good taste and talent of the giver.

Knitting patterns and master classes

Yarn for crocheting a blanket

Almost any yarn will work for a blanket. If you are still new to this, it is better to opt for a yarn that is easier to knit.

When choosing yarn you should consider:

Fiber type. There are many options for animal and plant fibers. For beginners, there are three simplest options, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages:

Wool. A great option for crocheting a blanket. Wool yarn is considered an elastic fiber that is “forgiving” of mistakes. However, remember that many people are allergic to wool. Cotton. A little more difficult to knit than wool, because... is not an elastic fabric. But for some products this is its advantage, since it holds its shape well. If you knit in the summer, then cotton yarn will be an excellent option, and cotton is lighter than wool. Acrylic. A popular fiber among crochet lovers. It is available in a variety of colors and is affordable. For beginner needlewomen, acrylic is the best yarn option. Only some of the cheapest acrylic yarns can present a bit of a challenge for beginners. If this happens, try switching to a different brand of yarn or wool or cotton yarn. Crocheting should be fun and not difficult.

Yarn density. When choosing yarn for a blanket, you need to take into account its thickness (weight). As a rule, it is indicated on the label (1-7). It is easier for beginners to start with medium weight yarn, which is indicated by the number No4 on the label. This is a good option. No3 and No4 are also acceptable, but may not be easy for beginners. Try knitting with different yarns. After all, every needlewoman has her own preferences. The main thing is that the size of the hook you use for knitting matches the weight of the selected yarn. Generally, recommendations for hook size can be found on the yarn labels.

Yarn texture. When starting to learn the basics of crocheting, it is preferable to use smooth yarn so that lint does not get into your eyes and does not interfere with your work.

Yarn color. At first, it is easier for beginners to work with light yarn, since it is difficult to see the seams on dark yarn.

Yarn cost. Yarn from different fibers, different brands, yarn can have a very wide price range. If you are a beginner, it is advisable to choose inexpensive yarns until you get very good at knitting. The best options in this case are wool and acrylic.

Footage. Different balls may contain different amounts of yarn. If you plan to knit a blanket with multiple colors, it is important for you to make sure that you have enough yarn of each color.

Washing instructions. When purchasing yarn, you should pay attention to the washing instructions, since they will also apply to the blanket knitted from it. Moreover, if you are going to use different fibers for one product, since different types of fibers may have different requirements for the mode, washing temperature, drying, etc. This information is usually indicated on the labels.

Obviously, there is nothing difficult in crocheting a blanket if you have a pattern. By collecting threads, having a little desire and perseverance, you can easily create your own little masterpiece for the comfort of your home.

Photo ideas for beautiful knitted blankets

Competition entry No. 15 – Children’s blanket “Tenderness” (Grigoryeva Rada)

Hello, my name is Grigorieva Rada. I started knitting relatively recently, about a year ago, mainly children's things.

I would like to present the Children's blanket “Tenderness”. It was knitted for my niece.

I needed yarn Pekhorka Children's whim 350g assorted colors, hook 2.5.

Competition entry No. 1 – Knitted blanket from granny squares (Svetlana)

The blanket is crocheted 5 from Turkish Alize yarn, wool blend, and consists of 6 giant granny squares.

Competition work No. 62 - Blanket from the motifs “First Snow” (Svetlana Alieva)

My name is Svetlana Alieva. I work as a teacher in a kindergarten. I devote all my free time to my favorite pastime - crocheting. I learned to crochet quite recently.

I found a pattern for the blanket in patchwork crochet magazine. I really liked it and decided to knit it.

Knitted from Children's novelty yarn (pekhorka). I really like this yarn. I knit almost everything only from it. I used hook #3. It turned out the same as in the picture.

Competition entry No. 42 – Knitted blanket from granny squares (Tatyana Khupavka) ()

Hello! My name is Tatyana Khupavka! It so happened that in my creative life I became more friendly with knitting needles... But when I saw blankets knitted from granny squares on the Internet, I realized that this is what I need to finally make friends with crochet!😊😊😊

Competition entry No. 21 – Knitted Lego blanket (Anna Plekhanova) ()

I have loved crocheting since childhood.
A neighbor who was even 2 years younger than me taught me the basics of crocheting.
I was about 11 years old then. I remember knitting clothes for dolls and napkins as gifts for relatives.
These fond memories solidified my love for crochet. I can’t get used to the knitting needles yet, but I want to. Apparently I don't like sharp objects.
Last year I was in an interesting position - expecting my second son.

Design: Minna Metsanen

Size: 110 x 135 cm

You will need: Novita Nalle Taika yarn (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 260 m/100 g) - 600 g melange (810), Novita Nalle yarn (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 260 m/100 g) - 200 g gray ( 043) and 300 g of white (010) color, hook No. 3.5.

Knitting density: 1 openwork motif = 9 cm.

Competition work No. 30 – Knitted blanket

Hi all!
My name is Evgeniya, I am 30 years old. I really love cute, homely and at the same time interesting things that bring warmth and comfort both to the house and to life. From my mother I inherited a love for needlework, including crocheting. I decided to enter into the competition a blanket knitted as a Christmas gift for a loved one.

Knitted from motifs according to the pattern "sunny square", found on the Internet, from “Perspective” Pekhorka (50% merino wool, 50% high-volume acrylic) with crochet no. 3.5. It took about 1.8 kg of yarn and a little over a month of time.

Competition work No. 4 – Knitted blanket from motifs

Good day! I saw your letter about the competition and decided to take part.

I’m 29 years old, about 23 of which I know how to crochet, my grandmother taught me, but I started getting serious about it not so long ago. This is my first big job. I hope you like it)))

Plaid.

Material: Pekhorka “merino” yarn

Colors:

Green peas (No. 252)

Orange (No. 284)

Cyclomen (#040)

Nasturtium (No. 396)

St. violet (No. 389)

Pineapple (No. 070)

Two in one: beach blanket and stole! A colorful floral arrangement made of squares will not leave you unnoticed in any case.

Size: 90 * 156 cm without border

You will need: 300 g each of orange, pink and green Organico Lana Grossa yarn (100% cotton, 90 m/50 g), for the border 250 g of beige Organico Print yarn (100% cotton, 90 m/50 g), hook No. 4 and No. 5 .

How many necessary and beautiful products can be made if you know how to knit or crochet! These can be simple hats and socks, or more voluminous items - a sweater or shawl. One of these things could be a children's blanket with a Hungarian pattern crocheted from squares, the knitting pattern of which is not very complicated and is easy even for a novice craftswoman.

Crocheting a blanket from squares requires following the following recommendations:

1. The main property of knitting is that the squares are the same size. To do this, use a measuring tape.
2. When choosing threads for knitting, pay attention to their structure and thickness. For a blanket measuring 90 by 140 centimeters you will need up to 1700 grams of yarn.
3. Use threads of different shades - this will give your item uniqueness.
4. Beginners should start knitting with crochet number 4 or 5.
5. If you are knitting a blanket for a baby, use natural threads made from cotton or wool.

How to connect parts from squares to each other? Ornaments can be made in a straight line or in a circle. When working in a straight line, columns with or without capes are knitted on a chain of a certain number of chain stitches. At the end of each row, we turn the product and also knit it until we get a square blanket. You can take yarn of different colors. When knitting in the round, the first chain stitches are closed into a ring and knitted in columns in a spiral. A square mold is obtained by adding air loops in certain corners of the square.

Let's measure the length of the sides of the squares and calculate the required number to obtain a knitted blanket of the required size with a good motif.

Ready-made square motifs iron and prepare for sewing, don’t forget to choose a color transition for your grandma’s blanket.

When tying square motifs with a needle, the seam will be almost invisible if their final rows are knitted in the same way and in the same shade.

We will crochet all the sewn bedspread blanks with colorful thread - this will give your item a finished look.

Gallery: crocheted square blanket (25 photos)

Crochet granny square: patterns for blankets

One of the popular methods of knitting voluminous products is considered to be “Granny squares”, which many designers have recently used in their work. Let’s look at the pattern of the traditional “Granny Square Motif” used for knitting blankets.

Knitting technique:

• We knit the square in columns with one crochet, starting from the central part.
• The center of the square will be a sliding loop or a ring of three air loops.
• During the entire work, do not turn the square over.
• The transition to a new row is made in the corner of the square.

Description of the knitting pattern for a square motif blanket:

You can also learn other patterns for crocheting “Granny Square” for blankets, it all depends on your experience and patience.

Making a beautiful knitted blanket: master class

Now let’s please our loved ones with a handmade gift - a blanket made of squares.

Materials for creating a bedspread from square motifs:

• Yarn of various shades, about 1800 grams of the same structure and thickness.
• Special hook No. 3.5.
• Sharp scissors.
• Needle.

For a knitted blanket measuring 1.30 by 1.10 meters, you need to knit 221 squares. The length of the sides of the square depends on the thickness of the threads and is equal to 7 - 8 centimeters. The pattern is created with single crochet columns and chain stitches.

Full description of knitting patterns in rows for beginners:

We crochet the finished squares together. To make the item look complete, we crochet it with any pattern. You can watch the video in detail on the Internet.

Crochet square patterns

Some craftswomen prefer to knit large items only with crochet, since the peculiarity of this method allows them to achieve beautiful openwork patterns on blankets, and the delicate, almost jewelry-like work is very much to the liking of those who like to create beautiful things from details.

Crocheted blankets will perfectly warm adults and small children, the main thing is to choose the right yarn. Another important function of blankets is to decorate the home and create the right mood. All this directly depends on the shape and method of crocheting, which we will look at in detail in this article.

Crocheting a blanket with patterns and descriptions

There are a huge variety of crocheted blankets, as are the styles of knitting these warming blankets. Even the simplest patterns look interesting on blankets, and are sure to be associated with one’s father’s home, warmth and care.

But you won’t surprise experienced needlewomen with simple patterns; interesting openwork motifs, patchwork-style blankets of incredible complexity and beauty, thin and delicate bedspreads for newborns, which are so interesting to pore over, have been invented for them. In this type of needlework there is a job for every interest and request. But let's start learning from the basics - the simplest patterns and patterns for crocheting blankets.

Master class for beginners

In any business you have to start somewhere to learn. And to learn how to crochet a blanket, a master class for beginners is ideal. This blanket, completely made in the “granny square” style, will delight both adults and children. Let's look at how to knit it using step-by-step instructions as an example.

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Tools:

• Yarn (in this case bright green, yellow and brown);
• Hook;
• Needle.

Abbreviations for knitting pattern:

• VP - air loop;
• RLS - single crochet;
• CCH - double crochet;
• SS - connecting column.

Work progress with step-by-step photos:

You need to start knitting with the main color of the blanket. We close six loops into a ring, then make three VPs and knit two more Dcs into a ring. We make two VPs (photo 1). After this, we crochet three DCs into a ring and make two VPs. We repeat two more times, resulting in a square being knitted (photo 2).

After this, we make three VPs (this is the first CCH) and in the corner in the arch we will make three CCHs, two VPs and again three CCHs (photo 1). We will knit this into the remaining arches. We will finish the last one with two dc and sl st (remember that the first stitch at the very beginning was knitted in the form of three VPs) (photo 2).

We knit a new row of squares and make three VPs from the arch in which we have the hook. We knit two dcs into it. Next we move on to the corner. And we knit into it everything that we knitted in the previous row: three DCs, two VPs and three DCs (photo 1). In the next arch we simply knit three DCs. And so on in a circle (photo 2).

In the corners you will always need to knit the same thing. And in the arches that are located on the sides of the square, we always simply knit three DCs. As a result it turns out to be a so-called granny square. We knit several rows for the desired size of the blanket. And, completing the granny square, we will change the color of the thread to yellow (photo 1). We knit two rows in yellow. And one more row in green. And then we’ll tie the edges. We will knit seven sc in one arch, and one sc in the other. And so we alternate the binding throughout the blanket (photo 2). Let's finish tying it in green. We will make three VPs and knit one sc in each stitch (photo 3).

Plaid decoration

To decorate this simple, but undoubtedly cute blanket, you can crochet a small decorative element, for example, a butterfly. This is how you can create it:

1. We knit five VPs and close them into a ring. Next we knit three VPs and another DC. We make two VPs. And two more CCHs. In total we need to knit this eight times. That is, we will get sixteen CCHs.
2. Let's move on to the arch from the VP. SS We knit three VPs and perform two DCs here. We perform three VPs and under the same chain we knit three CCHs. This is how we knit under all the arches from VP.
3. Now let's attach the brown yarn. We knit six DCs under the VP chain. We make one VP and here we perform six more CCHs. We skip the bottom three dcs and knit a sc.
4. And in the next chain we knit everything the same as we knitted before.
5. We tie our butterfly with yellow yarn. We knit one sc in the six underlying stitches and one sc under the VP. We make picot from three VPs. And so we tie the whole butterfly.
6. Fold it in half and secure it with a brown VP chain. Now you can sew it to one of the corners of the finished blanket.

How to knit a baby blanket with a simple pattern

Very often, people resort to knitting just to create a crocheted children's blanket with an original design for their baby. Many people try to crochet a blanket with a pattern and color that will not look like any other blanket. And this is a completely doable task, because crocheting a blanket will definitely result in an interesting and beautiful product, even if it is made with the simplest pattern - for example, with embossed columns.

Tools:

• 8 skeins of 50 g of wool mixture or bulky synthetic yarn in white (A);
• 8 skeins of 50 g of wool mixture or bulky synthetic yarn in blue (B);
• hook No. 3.5.

Knitting density: 20 loops x 11 rows = 10 x 10 cm (raised stitches).

Size: 75 x 100 cm.

Basic pattern

A raised stitch is crocheted like this: yarn over, insert the hook (from front to back) under the post (leg) of the previous row, pull out a loop, grab the thread and pull it through the first 2 loops on the hook. Grab the thread again and pull it through the remaining 2 loops.

Work progress and knitting pattern

Using white yarn we knit the initial chain of 145 VP.

Base range: 1 dc in 3 ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch to the end, 144 loops are knitted. 1st row: 2 VP for lifting, *relief. Art. around stitch of previous row, dc in dc of previous row, repeat from * to last stitch, 1 rib. Art. around the loop of the previous row.

Let's turn the work around.

Next we knit 7 rows according to the pattern. Cut the thread (A). We knit thread (B) according to the pattern of 8 rows. Cut the thread (B). Next, knit 8 rows using thread (A) according to the pattern. Repeat the stripes until 96 cm are knitted.

Harness

To tie the edge of the finished product, use thread in color (B).

1st-4th rows(wrong side): 1 VP, sc to end of row. In the corners of the finished product, knit 3 sc in the sc of the previous row.

Then knit 1 row in a crab step (sc is worked from left to right, not right to left) around the entire outer edge of the product.

Finish knitting a double crochet stitch (half crochet) in the 1st sc. Fasten the thread.

Made from soft yarn for newborns

A very responsible job is to crochet a blanket for a newborn. A warm blanket for a baby should be soft, warm and definitely beautiful. The airiness and delicacy of the yarn for a newborn will give the product a special look that will be remembered by young parents for the rest of their lives, because they will remember the baby during discharge from the hospital in this very blanket, created by caring hands. This blanket is suitable for both girls and boys. It can be used both at home and for walks with a stroller.

Tools:

• 325 g of white yarn for knitting children's clothing;
• hook No. 3.5.

Knitting density: one motif = 4.1 x 3.8 cm (fancy pattern in the central part).

Work progress and knitting pattern

central part It is knitted as follows: a chain of 171 loops is cast on and 73 rows are performed in a fantasy pattern in accordance with the diagram and explanations for the symbols accompanying it.

Harness

At the end of the 73rd row, without cutting the thread, knit the 6th circle. rows of shells (2 dc (dc), 3 ch (chain loops), 2 dc), making additions in each corner, as shown in the diagram. Replace the last 2 VPs of the 1st and 2nd rounds. rows of 1 hdc (half double crochet), knitted in the 3rd of 3 ch, replacing the 1st dc. Close the 3rd - 6th circle. rows 1 SS (connecting stitch) in the 3rd VP from the beginning, and move forward, knitting extra. SS on the arch of the 1st shell.

After this, knit 4 rounds. a row of arches of 6 loops without increases or decreases, 1 circle. a row of simple shells (1 dc, 5 ch, 1 dc) separated by arches of 5 loops. Make fans of 13 DC in each simple shell. Replace the last 3 VPs of the 7th - 9th circle. rows of 1 dc, knitted on the 1st sc, and the last 4 ch of the 10th circle. row - 1 C2H, close the 11th and 12th circle. rows like the 3rd circle. row, and perform another SS in the 1st arch at the end of the 11th round. row. Complete 1 lap. next to the “crawfish step” pattern, as stated in the explanation, close 1 SS in the 1st RLS and cut the thread.

Openwork of motifs

Lovers of beautiful designer items will love an openwork plaid made from crocheted motifs, which is fun and interesting to work on. The result will be a very beautiful product that will decorate the sofa in the living room or the bed in the bedroom, while warming and giving warmth on cold evenings. For example, you can knit a blanket from large floral motifs, which then need to be combined into a single whole.

Tools:

• Novita Isoveli yarn (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 65m/50g) - 2300g yellow-green color (334) or Novita Napko yarn (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 104m/100g) - 1800g blue (013);
• hook No. 5-6.

Finished product dimensions: blanket made from Isoveli yarn -140 x 210 cm; blanket made from Napko yarn -110 x 180 cm.

Knitting density: the diameter of one motif is 17 cm.

Work progress and diagrams

The blanket consists of separately knitted full and half motifs. For a complete motive, dial a chain of 6 VPs, close it in a SS ring. 1st row - cast on 3 VP lifts, knit 1 DC, 2 VP, *2 DC, 2 VP* into the center of the ring, repeat *-* 4 more times, close the SS row. Next, knit according to pattern 1 from the 2nd to the 5th rows. Cut the thread and fasten. Knit 104 motifs with Isoveli thread or 67 motifs with Napko thread.

For a half motif, cast on a chain of 4 ch, close it in a SS ring. 1st row - VP, 2 SSN, 2 VP, 2 SSN. Next, knit in straight and reverse rows according to pattern 2 from the 2nd to the 5th rows. Cut the thread and fasten. Knit 8 such motifs with Isoveli thread or 6 motifs with Hanko thread.

Assembly

Lightly steam each motif. Connect the motifs to each other according to diagram 3 (motifs made from Hanko yarn are highlighted in grey). For a blanket made from Isovely yarn, crochet the fringe. To do this, cut the threads 45 cm long, fold them into 3 pieces and tie them at the edges. Make 7 tassels for each motif.

Knitted blanket made of squares

A very fashionable phenomenon that is loved by designers and tasteful housewives is a crocheted blanket made from squares in . There are a huge number of crochet patterns in a wide variety of geometric shapes for patchwork, most of which look very interesting in their mishmash of colors and patterns, while others are elegant in one color but made with different complex motifs. Such a playful and uplifting blanket will look good not only in the nursery, but also in the living room, and in a chair on the balcony. In addition, you can give it to friends or relatives - let them also be happy.

Let's look at this blanket made of squares, which is easy to knit according to step-by-step instructions.

Tools:

• yarn - 200 g dark blue SMC BRAVO;
• 100 g each of beige, orange, red, lilac, green, blue, brown, yellow and pistachio yarn SMC BRAVO;
• hook number 3.

Main pattern - square

Knit a chain of 6 VPs and close it into a ring using 1 SS. Knit a circle. in rows. Every circle. The row begins with 3 VP lifting and ends with 1 SS in the VP lifting of the previous row. Attention! 2 CCH + 2 VP + 2 CCH are designated in the instructions as a group of CCH.

1st circle. row: 3 dc, 2 ch, * 4 dc, 2 ch, repeat from * 2 more times.

2nd circle. row: 3 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 4 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times.

3rd circle. row: 5 Dcs, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of Dcs, * 8 Dcs, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of Dcs, repeat from * 2 more times, 2 Dcs.

4th circle. row: 7 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 12 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 4 CCHs.

5th circle. row: 9 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 16 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 6 CCHs.

6th circle. row: 11 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 20 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 8 CCHs.

7th circle. row: 13 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 24 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 10 CCHs.

8th circle. row: 15 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 28 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 12 CCHs.

9th circle. row: 17 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 32 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 14 CCHs.

10th circle. row: 19 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 36 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 16 CCHs.

11th circle. row: 21 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 40 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 18 CCHs.

12th circle. row: 23 CCH, in an arch of 2 VPs, tie a group of CCHs, * 44 CCHs, in an arch of 2 VPs, knit a group of CCHs, repeat from * 2 more times, 20 CCHs.

Cut and fasten the thread.

Assembling motifs into a plaid

Knit 54 multi-colored squares. Connect the edges of the squares to each other, working across each other. side 1 row sc with dark blue thread. For the blanket, assemble 6 x 9 squares in the desired order.

Make a circle around the perimeter of the blanket. a row of dark blue thread border. Every circle. start the row with 3 VP lifting instead of 1 SSN (or 2 VP lifting instead of 1 SBN) and end with 1 SS in the last VP lifting of the previous row. Attach the thread to the beginning of the corner square and knit as follows.

1st circle. row: ** 2 dc, * 4 ch, skip 2 base loops, 4 dc, repeat from *, before the next corner knit 4 ch, skip 2 base loops, 2 dc, then tie a group of dc into an arch from 2 ch of the previous row, repeat from **on each side of the bedspread.

2nd circle. row: perform 1 dc in the next loop, ** 4 dc, * 4 ch, skip 4 base loops, 4 dc, repeat from *, before the next corner knit 4 ch, skip 4 base loops, tie a group of dc into an arch from 2 ch of the previous row , 4 VP, skip 4 base loops, repeat from **.

3rd circle. row: ** 1 Dc, 4 VP, * 4 Dc, 4 VP, skip 4 base loops, repeat from *, before the next corner knit 4 VP, skip 2 base loops, tie the Dc group into an arch from 2 VP of the previous row, 4 VP, skip 2 base loops, 3 dc, repeat from *.

4th circle. row: ** 1 RLS, * 4 RLS, 4 RLS, repeat from *, 4 RLS, 2 RLS, 4 RLS in the arch of 2 VPs of the previous row, 2 RLS, 4 RLS, 3 RLS, repeat from **. Cut and fasten the thread.

Video lesson

For beginning needlewomen, it is always better to first watch several video instructions on how to work with a crochet hook, especially when it comes to such an important task as a blanket for a newborn baby.

Video “crocheted blanket for a newborn”: