Nathan’s Throw Blanket | Free Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

This striped crochet blanket pattern is just the right mix of classic and unique. The alternating wide and narrow stripes are a fun change from the usual matching stripe designs. The monochromatic color scheme also adds some additional charm.

The simplicity of this design makes it a super easy project and the perfect candidate for a brainless crochet session! But don’t worry, the simplicity doesn’t mean it’s boring. The use of a linked double crochet stitch instead of the widely used double crochet adds a unique texture to the fabric. It is both beautiful and functional, creating extra warmth and thickness by eliminating the usual double crochet gaps.

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The inspiration for this Striped Crochet Blanket

I designed this blanket pattern especially for my son when he was moving into his first apartment. I tend to make mostly feminine leaning designs, but of course this one needed to be different. I really wanted him to have something in his new space that had a personal connection, was cozy and comforting and looked great too!

I went for something simple. A stripe is always a good masculine choice, but I didn’t want the run of the mill thin stripes or the thicker, color-block stripes. I wanted something a little unique while still being traditional. I loved the idea of a wide stripe, separated by a thinner stripe, specifically in the same color but with a different shade.

Using the Linked Double Crochet Stitch

I have been on a linked double crochet kick lately! Why do I love it so much?

1. I can still use a tall stitch that is quick and easy to do (which I especially love for a big project like a blanket), but it doesn’t have the side effect of the gaps and holes that usually comes with a tall stitch. The special characteristic of the linked double crochet is the ‘no gaps’ effect.
2. The unique placement of the hook for this stitch makes a wonderful ridged texture. It gives the double crochet stitch an entirely different look and I love the subtle raised ribbing. It adds just the right amount of texture on an otherwise very scaled down design.
3. This blanket is solid and warm and heavy! Just how my boy likes a blanket! The linked double crochet really makes a solid, warm fabric!

If you would like to use the linked double crochet stitch on a much smaller scale, you should try out my Linked Double Crochet Wash Cloth!

The Pattern

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Materials:

• For main color: 2096 Yards Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek weight 4 medium (100% low pill acrylic, oz/142g, 232yd/213m) I used 9 full skeins and 1 partial of the color Olive
• For alternating stripes: 317 Yards Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek weight 4 medium (100% low pill acrylic, oz/142g, 232yd/213m) I used 1 full skein and 1 partial of the color Sage
• US K/ 6.5 mm Crochet Hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

4” x 4” swatch = 8 rows x 12 ldc sts

Finished Size:

Approx. 47” x 58”

Abbreviation Key:
(ch) chain
(yo) yarn over
(loyh) loops on your hook
Special Stitch: (ldc) linked double crochet (instructions included within the pattern)

Pattern Notes:

I tend to crochet tightly. If you feel you are crocheting more loosely you can move to a smaller hook (or larger if you crochet even more tightly). Some people find they even need to go down two hook sizes to meet my gauge.

Beginning chain of each row does not count as a stitch.

Instructions for completing the linked double crochet are included within the pattern steps below. If you find yourself struggling, there is also an online video tutorial available.

Pattern:

Chain 146.

Row 1: Insert your hook into the 3rd chain from the hook. Yo and pull through. You now have 2 loops on your hook. Insert hook into the next chain. Yo and pull through. You now have 3 loops on your hook. Yo and pull through 2. You have 2 loops on your hook. Yo and pull through both loops. This completes the beginning ldc for the start of the row.

Now you will complete the row by placing 1 ldc in each remaining ch across. (144)

Complete each ldc as follows:

Insert hook through the horizontal bar of the previous stitch. Yo and pull through. You now have 2 loyh. Insert hook into the next chain. Yo and pull through. You now have 3 loyh. Yo and pull through 2. You have 2 loyh. Yo and pull through both loops.

Row 2: Ch 3*. Turn. Insert hook into the 3rd chain from the hook. Yo and pull through. You now have 2 loops on your hook. Insert hook into the stitch that you just chained out of. Yo and pull through. You now have 3 loops on your hook. Yo and pull through 2. You have 2 loops on your hook. Yo and pull through both loops. This completes the beginning ldc for the start of the row.

*Note: You can choose to chain 2 or chain 3 at the start of each row. Either will work and it is just a matter of personal preference. My instruction photos show a chain 3, but for my larger project I chose chain 2. The chain 2 just makes a tighter edge. The chain 3 makes more of a bump or scallop look on the edge. You can choose which you prefer. If you chain 2, just insert your hook in the 2nd chain instead of 3rd.

Now you will complete the row by placing 1 ldc in each remaining stitch across. (144)

Complete each ldc as follows:

Insert hook through the horizontal bar of the previous stitch. Yo and pull through. You now have 2 loyh. Insert hook into the next stitch. Yo and pull through. You now have 3 loyh. Yo and pull through 2. You have 2 loyh. Yo and pull through both loops.

Rows 3 – 12: Repeat Row 2. At the end of Row 12, change colors.

Rows 13 – 14: Repeat Row 2. At the end of Row 14, change back to main color.

Continue a repeat of row 2 for the remainder of the project. Alternate 12 rows of the main color and 2 rows of the alternate color, until you have a total of 110 rows (8 sections of main color and 7 sections of alternating stripe color).

Finish off and weave in all your ends.