DOWNLOAD SNOW BLANKET FREE PATTERN
Revised Dec 28, 2022
This five-pound thick crochet blanket with Bernat Blanket has nine rounds of repeating texture. It is crocheted in just three days. Easy repeating and texture to keep you mentally interested. This is the Study of Snow Blanket.
Back Story
My friend Annie helped me figure out a fabulous border for the Snow Days with Hot Chocolate Blanket. Her combination with a bit of mathematics ended up being interesting. Annie and I worked on this in late August 2022.
Initially, I had popcorn stitches instead of the puff stitches with the Caron Jumbo Ombre version below. I used White Water, and the 2nd ball I used was Lake Mist. I wouldn't say I liked how the popcorn was lying and messing up the flatness. I realized it was a no-go for me. Once I switched to puff stitches, I recalculated the math to make it work and problem solved.
However, you can see below the ombre-type yarn in this design would be incredible. I didn't have any more to make a whole blanket with this colouring.
Pattern Details
- Project Size: 68" x 68" square.
- Gauge: 9 sc and 8 rows.
- Designer: Michael Sellick, Mikey
- Stitch Multiple is not applicable
- Hook Size on Pattern: 10 mm / N
- Yarn In Pattern: Bernat Blanket - Vintage White - 8 Balls Total.
- Pattern Date or Last Revision Known: Dec 15, 2022
Please use the pattern for details on yarn quantities, gauge and other details not listed here. This pattern may have been updated since the creation of this tutorial, and the information or presentation of the printable PDF may have been changed without notice.
Abbreviations
- Approx = Approximately
- Beg = Beginning
- Bet = Between
- Ch = Chain(s)
- Criss Cr = Criss cross, sk 2 sts, 1 dc in next, ch 1, 1 dc in first skipped st.
- Dc = Double crochet
- Dcbp = Double crochet back post
- Hdc = Half double crochet
- Hdcbp = Half double crochet back post
- Join = Half double crochet to the top of first stitch.
- Puff st = Puff stitch, (Yoh and Insert hook into assigned stitch or space. (Yoh, draw through stitch) 3 times. Yoh and draw through 5 loops only, leaving the last 2 loops on hook. Yoh and draw through the last 2 loops.
- Rem = Remaining
- Rep = Repeat
- Rnd(s) = Round(s)
- RS = Right side
- Sc = Single crochet
- Sl st = Slip stitch
- Sk = Skip
- Sp(s) = Space(s)
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- Vst = 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in same st.
- WS = Wrong side
Instructions
With A, ch 4. Join with sl st to beg ch to form ring.
1st rnd: Ch 3, (counts as dc here and throughout), 2 dc in ring. *Ch 2, 3 dc in ring. Rep from * twice more, Ch 2. Join.
2nd and 3rd rnds: Ch 1, 1 sc in same beg corner sp. 1 sc in each st to next corner. *(1 sc. Ch 2. 1 sc) in corner sp, 1 sc in each dc to next corner. Rep from * around. 1 sc in beg sp. Join.
4th rnd: Ch 1, 1 hdc in same beg corner sp. 1 hdcbp around each st below to next corner. *(1 hdc. Ch 2, 1 hdc) in corner sp, 1 hdcbp around each st below to next corner. Rep from * around. 1 hdc in beg sp. Join.
5th rnd: Ch 3, 1 dc in same beg corner sp. Ch 1, [sk next st, puff st in next, ch 1.] Rep [ ] to next corner. Sk last st before corner. *(2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in corner sp. Ch 1, [sk next st, puff st in next, ch 1.] Rep [ ] to next corner. Sk last st before corner. Rep * around. 2 dc in beg sp. Join.
6th rnd: Ch 3, 1 dc in same beg corner sp. 1 dc in each st and sp across to next corner. *(2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in corner sp. 1 dc in each st and sp across to next corner. Rep * around. 2 dc in beg sp. Join.
7th rnd: Ch 1, 1 hdc in same beg corner sp. 1 dcbp around each st below to next corner. *(1 hdc. Ch 2, 1 hdc) in corner sp, 1 dcbp around each st below to next corner. Rep from * around. 1 hdc in beg sp. join.
TIP: The next round uses the corners as part of the crisscrossing. See diagram.
8th rnd: Ch 3. Sk next st, dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in beg corner sp. Criss cr to the next corner 2 sts before the end of the corner. Sk to corner sp, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in first skipped st. *(1 dc. Ch 2. 1 dc) in corner sp. Sk next st, dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in corner sp. Criss cr to the next corner 2 sts before the end of the corner. Sk to corner sp, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in first skipped st. Rep * around. 1 dc in beg sp. Join.
9th rnd: Ch 1, 1 hdc in beg corner sp. 1 hdc in next st. 3 hdc in each ch 1 sp across to next corner. 1 hdc in last st before corner. *(1 hdc. Ch 2. 1 hdc) in corner sp. 1 hdc in next st. 3 hdc in each ch 1 sp across to next corner. 1 hdc in last st before corner. Rep from * around. 1 hdc in beg sp. Join.
10th rnd: Ch 3, 1 dc in beg corner sp. 1 dc in next 2 sts. Sk next st, 1 vst in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 1 vst in next st.] Rep [ ] across to 3rd last st. Sk next st, 1 dc in next 2 sts. *(2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in next corner. 1 dc in next 2 sts. Sk next st, 1 vst in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 1 vst in next st.] Rep [ ] across to 3rd last st. Sk next st, 1 dc in next 2 sts. Rep from * around. 2 dc in beg sp. Join.
11th rnd: Ch 1, 2 hdc in beg corner sp. 1 hdc in next st. Sk next st, 3 hdc in next st. 3 hdc in each ch 1 sp across to next corner. 3 hdc in 3rd last st to corner. Sk next st, 1 hdc next st. *(2 hdc. Ch 2. 2 hdc) in corner sp. 1 hdc in next st. Sk next st, 3 hdc in next st. 3 hdc in each ch 1 sp across to next corner. 3 hdc in 3rd last st to corner. Sk next st, 1 hdc next st. Rep from * around. 2 hdc in beg sp. Join.
12th rnd: Ch 3, 1 dc in same beg corner sp. 1 dc in each st to next corner. *(2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in corner sp. 1 dc in each st to next corner. Rep * around. 2 dc in beg sp. Join.
The diagram is included in the full pattern download at the top of this page as well.
Rep 4th to 12th rnds twice more. Then 4th to 11th rnd once. Fasten off.
Repeating Instructions for Stitch Counts
Stitch Counts for Growth
- 1st rnd: 3 dc.
- 2nd rnd: 5 sc.
- 3rd rnd: 7 sc.
I have indicated below how many stitches are added in the round from the previous by showing you the +4 or + 2 in front of it.
Repeating Starts Here:
+2 = 4th rnd: 9 sts.
+4 = 5th rnd: 4 dc, 4 puff sts and 5 ch 1 sps. 13 sts.
+4 = 6th rnd: 17 dc.
+2 = 7th rnd: 19 sts.
+4 = 8th rnd: 7 criss cross, 2 dc. 23 sts.
+2 = 9th rnd: 25 hdc.
+4 = 10th rnd: 7 vst, 8 dc. 29 sts.
+4 = 11th rnd: 33 hdc.
+4 = 12th rnd: 37 dc.
+2 = 13th rnd: 39 sts.
+4 = 14th rnd: 4 dc, 19 puff sts and 20 ch 1 sps. 43 sts.
+4 = 15th rnd: 47 dc.
+2 = 16th rnd: 49 sts.
+4 = 17th rnd: 17 criss cross, 2 dc. 53 sts.
+2 = 18th rnd: 55 hdc.
+4 = 19th rnd: 17 vst, 8 dc. 59 sts.
+4 = 20th rnd: 63 hdc.
+4 = 21st rnd: 67 dc.
+2 = 22nd rnd: 69 sts.
+4 = 23rd rnd: 4 dc, 34 puff sts and 35 ch 1 sps. 73 sts.
+4 = 24th rnd: 77 dc.
+2 = 25th rnd: 79 sts.
+4 = 26th rnd: 27 criss cross, 2 dc. 83 sts.
+2 = 27th rnd: 85 hdc.
+4 = 28th rnd: 27 vst, 8 dc. 89 sts.
+4 = 29th rnd: 93 hdc.
+4 = 30th rnd: 97 dc.
+2 = 31st rnd: 99 sts.
+4 = 32nd rnd: 4 dc, 49 puff sts and 50 ch 1 sps. 103 sts.
+4 = 33rd rnd: 107 dc.
+2 = 34th rnd: 109 sts.
+4 = 35th rnd: 37 criss cross, 2 dc. 113 sts.
+2 = 36th rnd: 115 hdc.
+4 = 37th rnd: 37 vst, 8 dc. 119 sts.
+4 = 38th rnd: 123 hdc. - Ending on a 11th Rnd.
Bernat Blanket Version Ends Here
For Mikey’s Usage Only Below. Repeating Increase from a previous section if I want it bigger to verify count.
- 4th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
- 5th rnd: Increases by 15 puff stitches than last time.
- 6th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
- 7th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
- 8th rnd: Increases by 10 criss crosses than last time.
- 9th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
- 10th rnd: Increases by 10 vsts than last time.
- 11th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
- 12th rnd: 28 more stitches than last time.
Crocheters will know the increased stitch amounts in case they want to know stitch counts if they are customizing.
More Ideas
I used just 1 ball of Caron One Pound for a baby size. The baby size is 30" x 30". I am repeating Rnds 4 to 12 twice. Fasten off. Same stitch counts as the Bernat Blanket Size. You can make it bigger to any size you prefer.
Tony says
I'm a dude and a new COVID-era crocheter. My wife and I were supposed to learn this skill and work on projects as something to do together, but she got frustrated and quit. Maybe I'll get her to try again. I started out at the beginning of COVID by loom knitting about 50 hats for the homeless and now I've moved on to crochet (or brochet as some guys like to call it). I don't know why there is such a stigma about guys making stuff that doesn't involve power tools. I love all my power tools and making stuff with wood, but I also like to chill and watch TV and crocheting is perfect for that (without fear of cutting off a finger).
I just received 16 balls of Bernat Blanket yarn (300 grams each) in Vintage White and an ergonomic Clover crochet hook (10 mm). Joann's had an awesome deal, I got nearly 50% off. Excited to get started and make this blanket for each of my daughters for next Christmas. I have to crochet these in secret so as to not ruin the surprise. Thanks for the free pattern and video tutorial. Much appreciated.
Mikey says
The stigma is just the social pressure of nonsense if you ask me. Because I am a male crocheter, people are generally more supportive. If people don't like it, whatever, they can look away! 😀 hook on!
I've never heard of Brochet... whatever floats your boat! haha Funny word though. I'm a fan of it! haha
You're being the difference to help others! Take pride in that! 😀
Michael
Robyn says
Hi! I’m looking at doing this beautiful blanket in a different yarn (in Australia we don’t need the really heavy thick blankets) would you say the meterage calculation would stay the same??? I’m just trying to work out how many balls I’ll need for an 8 or 10 ply yarn (medium weight)
Thanks in advance 🙂
Mikey says
I don't really know this answer as I haven't done a Medium #4 ply yarn. I'm sorry. I don't know. I know that when I design a heavy blanket here in Summer in our region, I get the same critique of changing the yarn out. I'm sorry. I didn't spend the time to make a second sample.
Robyn says
Not a critique at all!!! You can’t accommodate all regions and climates! I will make my best guess and give it a whirl!
Thanks for the reply ?
Joy says
I'd like to use the RHSS ombre for this project; will all counts be the same with a thinner yarn using a smaller hook (5.5 mm)?
Mikey says
Counts are not affected by changing the yarn.
Jeanne Coady says
I’m new to crocheting. I just finished my first project, Aran isle, by watching your video. It came out great. Thank you!
My question is switch to Caron Jumbo Ombre. Will the blanket come out smaller than with the blanket yarn? I’m just trying to figure out how much yarn to order. Do you have a crochet hook size recommend for the ombre yarn?
Thank you so much for your videos, you really are a great teacher!