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Free Granny Waves Blanket Crochet Pattern

Free Granny Waves Blanket Crochet Pattern

Make this free granny waves blanket crochet 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

5 mm (U.S. H or 8)

Is this for me?

Best for beginners who know the basic stitches.

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Double crochet, Seaming or assembly, Increases or decreases

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

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Bernat Baby Coordinates

Soft Blue (48128)

2 balls — 710 m / 776 yds

Bernat Baby Coordinates

Blue Bon Bon (48131)

2 balls — 710 m / 776 yds

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: 14 stitches across 4 inches.

Pattern gauge: 14 dc and 7 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 14 dc and 7 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: Approx 38 ins [96.5 cm] square.
  • Gather 2 listed materials before working the first section.
  • Keep the schematic images open while you work shaping, layout, or assembly steps.

Instructions

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Free granny waves blanket crochet pattern Basics

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Notes

1

With A, ch 165.

2

Foundation Row: (RS). 3 dc in 6th ch from hook (counts as 1 dc and ch 2).

3

Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch. (3 dc in next ch – Shell made. Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch) twice.

4

(Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch.

5

*Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch. (Shell in next ch. Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch) twice.

6

Cluster: (Yoh and draw up a loop. Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) 3 times in next st. Yoh and draw through all 4 loops on hook – cluster made. Miss next 4 ch. Cluster in next ch.

7

Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch. (Shell in next ch. Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch) twice. (Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch.

8

Rep from * to last 12 ch.

9

Miss next 2 ch. (Shell in next ch. Ch 1. Miss next 2 ch) 3 times. 1 dc in last ch. Turn.

Schematic diagram of the Granny Waves Blanket pattern

Stripe Pattern

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Notes

  • Work in Stripe Pat: 2 rows with A, 2 rows with B, repeating.
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1st row: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch-1). Miss first dc, ch-1 sp and 3 dc. Shell in next ch-1 sp.

2

Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice.

3

(Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch-3 sp.

4

*Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice. Cluster in each of next 2 ch-1 sps. Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice. (Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * to last 4 shells.

5

Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) 3 times. 1 dc in last dc. Join B. Break A. Turn.

6

2nd row: With B, ch 4 (counts as dc and ch-1). Miss first ch-1 sp and Shell. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) 3 times.

7

(Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch-3 sp.

8

*Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice. Cluster in each of next 2 ch-1 sps. Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) twice. (Shell. Ch 3. Shell) all in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * to last 4 shells.

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Ch 1. (Shell in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1) 3 times. 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

Finishing

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Cont in Stripe Pat, rep last 2 rows until work from beg measures approx 38 ins [96.5 cm], ending with 2 rows of B. Fasten off.

Layout schematic of the Granny Waves Blanket
Close-up photo of the Granny Waves Blanket texture

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Granny Waves Blanket Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+

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

What yarn weight do I need for Free Granny Waves Blanket Crochet 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 Granny Waves Blanket Crochet 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 14 dc and 7 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].. Use the listed hook size, 5 mm (U.S. H or 8), 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 Granny Waves Blanket Crochet 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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