Vibrant Textured Striped Lap Blanket Free Crochet Pattern

Make this cozy lap blanket that features a delightful combination of stripes and textures. Using a blend of variegated yarns and a coordinating solid, you'll create a blanket that's both warm and visually appealing.

Materials:

• 2 skeins of bulky weight variegated yarn (approx. 100 yards each)
• 1 skein of bulky weight solid color yarn (approx. 100 yards)
• G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)

Gauge:

11 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in double crochet.

Finished Dimensions:

Approximately 40" x 50".

Instructions:

1. With your variegated yarn, ch 80 (or desired width), turn.
2. Row 1: Hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook, hdc in each ch across. (78 hdc total, ch 2 and turn)
3. Row 2: Using solid yarn, dc in first stitch, *sk 1, dc in next stitch, repeat from * across. (39 dc total, ch 1 and turn)
4. Row 3: Using variegated yarn, sc in first stitch, *ch 2, sk 2, sc in next stitch, repeat from * across. (25 sc total, ch 1 and turn)
5. Row 4: Using solid yarn, dc in each sc across. (25 dc total, ch 2 and turn)
6. Repeat Rows 1-4 until your blanket reaches approximately 50 inches in length.
7. Last Row: Finish with a round of sc using solid yarn around the entire blanket to give it a finished look. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc.

Finishing:

Weave in any loose ends with a tapestry needle. Block if desired.

Your cozy lap blanket is complete! Enjoy your creation and stay warm!