Crochet Blooming Flower Blanket

The Crochet Blooming Flower Blanket is a charming and delightful project that combines creativity with coziness. With its intricate flower patterns and vibrant colors, this blanket is sure to add a touch of cheer to any room or make a heartfelt gift for a loved one. The repetitive nature of the crochet stitches can be quite therapeutic and rewarding as you see the beautiful blooms come to life row by row. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or new to the craft, this blanket pattern is a fun and enjoyable way to brighten up your space with a handmade touch. So grab your favorite yarn and crochet hook, and let's get started on creating a blooming masterpiece that will keep you warm and smiling!

Materials Needed:

• Weight 4 yarn in multiple colors
• 5.5 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Getting Started:

Make a slip knot with your chosen neutral color.

Chain a multiple of four (e.g., 60 for a blanket, 16 for a swatch).

Creating the Base Rows:

Work in the back bumps of the chain.

Double crochet in the fourth chain from the hook.

Continue double crochets to the end of the chain.

Chain three, turn.

Skip the first space, double crochet down the row.

Double crochet into the top of the chain three.

Repeat steps 4-6 for desired base rows (e.g., three rows).

Adding the Green Stems:

Finish the last double crochet with green yarn.

Chain three, turn.

In the third stitch, work a double crochet, chain one, and another double crochet (a «V»).

Skip the next two stitches, repeat step 3.

Continue this pattern down the row.

Double crochet in the last space (top of the chain three).

Finish with your chosen flower color.

Creating the Flowers:

Chain four, turn.

Yarn over, insert hook into the «V» space, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (repeat three times), yarn over, pull through all four loops, chain two.

Repeat step 2 in each «V» space down the row.

Chain one, double crochet into the top of the chain three.

Finish the row with your neutral color.

Working the Rows After Flowers:

Chain three, turn.

Double crochet in the chain one space.

Double crochet on top of the flower stitch.

Two double crochets in the chain two space.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 down the row.

Double crochet under the chain one and at the top of the chain three.

Chain three, turn, double crochet in each stitch for the next two rows.

Repeat stem and flower rows, alternating with three neutral rows, to desired length.

Creating the Border:

Single crochet around the blanket, three single crochets in each corner.

Slip stitch to finish the round.

Chain one, skip the first chain, five double crochets into the next chain.

Skip the next chain, single crochet in the following chain.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 around the blanket.

Slip stitch to close off the border.

Finishing:

Weave in all loose ends.