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Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern

Make this free catherine wheel crochet blanket pattern with clear crochet instructions, materials, and finishing tips.

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Skill level

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Yarn weight

Worsted (4)

Hook

U.S. H/8 (5 mm)

Is this for me?

Best for beginners who know the basic stitches.

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Single crochet, Slip stitch, Double crochet, Seaming or assembly

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

Plan more than one make

Caron Simply Soft Yarn

White

2 ball

Caron Simply Soft Yarn

Soft Pink

1 ball

Caron Simply Soft Yarn

Gold

1 ball

Caron Simply Soft Yarn

Soft Green

1 ball

Susan Bates Silvalume 5.5" Crochet Hook

U.S. H/8 (5 mm)

1 ball

Caron Caron Simply Soft

White (9701) – MC

2 balls — 315 yds/288 m per ball

Caron Caron Simply Soft

Soft Pink (9719) – A

1 ball — 315 yds/288 m

Caron Caron Simply Soft

Gold (9782) – B

1 ball — 315 yds/288 m

Caron Caron Simply Soft

Soft Green (9739) – C

1 ball — 315 yds/288 m

Yarn and hook helper

Check substitutions first

Pattern yarn: Worsted (4)

Good match. Work a gauge swatch and compare it with the pattern gauge before starting.

Gauge checker

Compare your swatch

Pattern target: 13 stitches across 4 inches.

Pattern gauge: 13 sc and 14 rows = 4" [10 cm]

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 13 sc and 14 rows = 4" [10 cm]
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: Approx 30" x 32" [76 x 81.5 cm]
  • Gather 9 listed materials before working the first section.
  • Use the project photos as visual checkpoints while you work through the instructions.

Instructions

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Free catherine wheel crochet blanket pattern Basics

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Notes

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Pattern repeat is a multiple of 10 ch + 7.

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Ch 3 at beginning of row counts as dc.

Stripe Pattern

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Notes

  • Repeat Stripe Pat from ** to **, ending with 9 rows MC.
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9 rows MC.

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2 rows A.

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2 rows B.

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2 rows C.

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8 rows MC.

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2 rows A.

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2 rows B.

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2 rows C.

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9 rows MC.

Main Blanket Body

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Notes

  • With MC, ch 137. Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep 2nd to 5th rows for Catherine’s Wheel Pat, until work from beg measures approx 30" [76 cm]. Fasten off.
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With MC, ch 137.

Step-by-step photo of Catherine Wheel stitch detail showing the wave pattern
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1st row: (RS).1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in next ch. *Skip next 3 ch. 7 dc in next ch. Skip next 3 ch. 1 sc in each of next 3 chs. Rep from * to last 4 ch. Skip next 3 ch. 4 dc in the last ch. Turn.

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2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of first two dc. *Ch 3. Dc7tog. Ch 3. 1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Rep from * to last 4 sts. Ch 3. Dc4tog. Turn.

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3rd row: Ch 3. 3 dc in base of ch-3. *Skip ch-3. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Skip ch-3. 7 dc in top of dc7tog. Rep from * to last ch-3 and 2 sc. Skip ch-3. 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Turn.

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4th row: Ch 3. (Counts as first dc.) Dc3tog. *Ch 3. 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches. Ch 3. Dc7tog. Rep from * to last 2 stitches. Ch 3. 1 sc in each of last 2 sts. Turn.

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5th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. *Skip ch-3. 7 dc in top of dc7tog. Skip ch-3. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * to last 3-ch and 2 sts. Skip ch-3. 4 dc in turning ch. Turn.

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First 5 rows of Stripe Pat are now complete.

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Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep 2nd to 5th rows for Catherine’s Wheel Pat, until work from beg measures approx 30" [76 cm]. Fasten off.

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Weave in ends with tapestry needle.

Border

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1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st to any corner. Ch 1. Work in sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with sl st to first sc. Turn.

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Repeat 1st rnd twice more or until you reach your desired border width. Fasten off.

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern good for beginners?+

Yes. Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.

What yarn weight do I need for Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern?+

This pattern lists Worsted (4). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.

How long does Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.

Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+

Yes. The pattern gauge is 13 sc and 14 rows = 4" [10 cm]. Use the listed hook size, U.S. H/8 (5 mm), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.

Can I print Free Catherine Wheel Crochet Blanket Pattern?+

Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.

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