I Need This Crochet Blanket - Any Size + Tutorial

I Need This Crochet Blanket was designed for me. A pocket for my feet so I can nap without my feet falling out of the bottom of the blanket. If you prefer this blanket without the bottom pocket, you can find the pattern here: Crochet Wicker Blanket Pattern.

I am sure I am not the only one, and with the average-sized throws being smaller than I am, my height plays a role in my comfort during a nap. I know, first-world problem.

I wanted something neutral and long-lasting. Caron One Pound blankets I have made in the past are long-lasting and easy to wash. Both cats sit with me in the evenings, and I intentionally choose my colour so their hair blends better.

Bottom Pocket Feature

Normally, I would fold over the blanket over my feet to tuck them in. In this case, I don't need to. There is a pocket that's just a few inches and with the natural fold, my legs and feet will stay warm. OMG, what a big baby eh! haha 

Pocket Region

On the underside, you can see that the blanket's bottom is worked in rounds for a short time. Once I was ready, I then worked the blanket in rows.

Please notice on the diagram and written instructions that I am turning after each round or row. This allows the bottom pocket to blend, as you will need to fasten off after the pocket section is made and restart in the middle, as I show in the diagram.

Stitch Concept

I haven't seen this done before, but I wondered what it would look like if I crocheted between spaces, 2 rounds or rows below?

It thickens up the project and creates a beautiful, gender-neutral texture. Reminds me of a wicker basket idea. The 4 double crochet covers over the single crochet row inside it. Once you establish the pattern, knowing where to stick the hook will become automatic.

Stitch Multiples & Sizing Changes

Design a blanket with a pocket at the bottom so your feet can fit inside. When lying with a blanket and you pull up the blanket, the pocket prevents your feet from popping out the bottom of the blanket. 

There is plenty of yarn leftover if you want to make this even longer for taller people. 

The width of the starting chain is just 2” shorter than the final opening size at the pocket. It is approximately half of the size of the fully open width. If you want to change the size of this blanket and keep it so it is equally balanced with a centre opening spot, the stitch multiple is 8 chs + 1. 

You can make kid-size versions with this stitch multiple. 

• Ask a child for their preference in foot pocket space and measure it.
• Then chain keeping in multiples of 8 until you get close to the size. Then add 1 extra chain at the end. 
• You can begin pattern as written with your new chain. 

Yarn and Gauging

Caron® One Pound™ (454g / 16 oz, 742 meters / 812 yards) 

• 4 Balls - Lace 

If you customize, you will change yarn quantities. If I was to suggest changing colours, I would do it at the double crochet rows. 

Sizing

• Use size 5.5 mm, U.S. I/9 crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Measurement approx 51” wide x 63” long.
• Gauge 13 sc and 14 rows = 4” [10 cm]

Abbreviations

• Approx = Approximate(ly)
• Beg = Begin(ing)
• Ch = Chain(s)
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Rep = Repeat
• Rem = Remain(ing)
• RS = Right Side
• Sc = Single Crochet
• Sk =  Skip
• Sl st = Slip Stitch
• St(s) = Stitch(es)

Align the Pocket for Middle

Lay the project down, find the two dc groups directly in the middle. 

The green line on the diagram shows the middle spot. We will not be going around and will stop at the end of the rows without joining. 

1st row: RS. Join A with sl st in space between the 2nd and 3rd dc 2 rows below. It will trap the single crochet row between the sl st. Ch 3. 3 dc in same sp. *Dc group st in next dc group between the 2nd and 3rd post 2 rnds below. Rep from * across ending at the middle of the last dc group st from two rnds below. DO NOT JOIN. TURN. 34 dc group st across.

2nd row: WS. Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. TURN. 72 sts.

3rd row: Special start up. Ch 3. 3 dc in same sp.  *Dc group st in next dc group between the 2nd and 3rd post 2 rnds below. Rep from * across ending at the middle of the last dc group st from two rnds below. DO NOT JOIN. TURN. 34 dc group st across.

4th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. TURN. 136 sts.

Repeat 3rd and 4th rows until the entire blanket length is approximately 63”. Fasten off.

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Crochet Diagram

You can download or print this crochet diagram if it helps you.

Watch How To Make This Blanket

2nd Option for This Blanket Concept

If you love this stitching concept but don't want the pocket, we have a second pattern that is slightly different in its execution from this pocket version.

Using the wicker stitch, you can just start going back and forth instantly from the beginning. Notice that the edging is slightly different. A crochet diagram is also provided.