Hi guys! Two blanket patterns in one month, can you believe it? Today, I’m excited to share the Chocolate Dew Drops Blanket – a puff stitch bobble crochet blanket with a ribbed border.
If you love the look of knitted blankets, but you prefer to crochet, then I think you’ll really enjoy making this blanket.
The Chocolate Dew Drops Blanket uses the waistcoat single crochet – a type of single crochet stitch that creates a knit-like texture. It alternates between rows of waistcoat single crochets, and puff stitches, to create visual interest and lots of texture.
The beauty of this blanket is that it looks great in all colours, so you can choose a colour that matches your home. I hope you and your loved ones enjoy snuggling up in this blanket for years to come.
If you prefer to print the pattern, the ad-free printable PDF includes step-by-step video tutorials and instructions for 8 blanket sizes (Baby to King)!
Otherwise, the free pattern below, shows you how to crochet a lapghan sized blanket (39″ x 45″), with instructions to make a custom size.
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Materials:
Optional Materials:
- Steamer or Spray Bottle
- Straight Pins or Blocking Pins
- Blocking Mats or Foam Board
Yarn:
- Yarn Note: You can use ANY medium 4 (worsted/aran) weight yarn as a substitute.
- Lion Brand Skein Tones, Weight 4 Medium (100% Acrylic, 185 yd / 170 m, 100 g / 3.5 oz)
- Colour: Cedarwood
Yardage:
- 2060 yds / 1884 m – 12 skeins
Abbreviations:
- St(s) – stitch(es)
- Ch – chain
- Sl st – slip stitch
- Sc – single crochet
- Hdc – half double crochet
- WSc – waistcoat single crochet
- WPs – waistcoat puff stitch
- YO – yarn over
- [ ] – repeat instructions inside brackets
- Rs – right side
- Ws – wrong side
Gauge: Approximately 12 sts x 15 rows in 4” x 4”
The gauge holds true for all rows – including WPs rows.
Recommendation:
I recommend making a practice swatch first, especially if you have never done the waistcoat single crochet stitch. Loose and consistent tension is key for this stitch, so practice first. You’ll be able to work out the kinks before starting your blanket, as well as check your gauge. Win-win!
Practice Swatch:
Ch 18.
Follow the instructions for Rows 1 – 15. Here is the stitch count for each row:
| Row 1: 17 sc Rows 2 – 3: 2 sc, 15 WSc Row 4: 2 sc, 11 WSc, 4 WPs | Rows 5 – 9: 2 sc, 15 WSc Row 10: 2 sc, 12 WSc, 3 WPs Rows 11 – 15: 2 sc, 15 WSc |
Trouble with Gauge?
- If your gauge is too small (more than 8 rnds = 4”), try using a thicker weight 4 yarn or a larger crochet hook.
- If your gauge is too big (less than 8 rnds = 4”), try using a thinner weight 4 yarn or a smaller crochet hook.
- You can also try adjusting your tension.
Pattern Measurement:
This puff stitch bobble crochet blanket is a lapghan size that measures approx. 39″ wide x 45″ long, including the border. The border is crocheted at the end of the blanket, and is approx. 2″ thick, which adds 4″ to both the length and width of the blanket.
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Customize the Size of Your Blanket:
To create a smaller or larger blanket than the original pattern, follow the instructions below.
- Width: The width of the blanket is determined by the starting chain. Chain a multiple of 4 + 6.
- Length: To make the blanket longer or shorter, continue to Repeat Rows 4 – 15 until satisfied with the length, then end the blanket by repeating Rows 4 – 7 for the last 4 rows of the blanket.
- Border: This is a 2” border, so it adds 4” to the length and the width of the blanket. To make the border thinner, chain less than 8. To make the border thicker, chain more than 8. Then follow the border instructions below.
Chocolate Dew Drops Blanket Construction:
- This blanket is crocheted in back and forth rows. It alternates between rows of waistcoat single crochets (WSc) and rows of puff stitches. The puff stitch rows are staggered to create a fun effect!
- A ribbed border is crocheted in join-as-you-go rows, around the blanket to finish it off.
*The Ad-free Printable PDF has sizing instructions for 8 blanket sizes (Baby, Lapghan, Small Throw, Medium Throw, Large Throw, Full, Queen, and King), along with step-by-step video tutorials.
Single Crochet (Sc) vs. Waistcoat Single Crochet (WSc):
The difference between a single crochet and a waistcoat single crochet is where we insert the hook. To make a sc, insert the hook under both the front and back loops of the st; to make a Wsc, insert the hook into the “upside-down V” of the st – or the space between 2 sc sts.
Single Crochet (Sc):
Insert hook into both loops (front and back) of the indicated st, YO and draw up a loop. YO, and pull through both loops.
Waistcoat Single Crochet (WSc):
It is important to crochet WSc sts with a loose/relaxed tension because if the stitches are too tight, then it will be hard to insert the hook.
Step 1: Insert hook into the “upside-down V” of the sc from previous row.
Step 2: With a loose tension, YO and draw up a loop – there should be 2 loops on the hook.
Step 3: YO and pull through both loops to complete the WSc.
Waistcoat Puff Stitch (WPs):
A WPs is a puff stitch that is crocheted in the “upside-down V” of the sc, instead of in the front and back loops of the sc.
Step 1: YO, and insert hook into the “upside-down V” of the sc.
Step 2: YO and draw up a loop – there should be 3 loops on the hook.
Step 3: Repeat Step 2, three more times in the same st – there should be 9 loops on the hook.
Step 4: YO and pull through the first 8 loops on the hook – there should be 2 loops remaining on the hook.
Step 5: YO and pull through the last 2 loops to close the st.
Tip: How to Keep Your Edges Straight (and Avoid Jagged Edges)
To create straight edges along the left and right side of your blanket, place the last sc of each row into the side of the beginning ch 1 of the previous row. Here is a tutorial that walks you through this method!
Tip: Keep Track of Your Stitches with a Stitch Marker
It can be easy to lose or gain stitches when we aren’t periodically counting stitches. To help you keep track of your stitches, mark the first and last st of each row with a stitch marker (or a safety pin). When you get to the end of the row, remove the stitch marker, and replace it once you’ve completed the first st of the new row. Here is a tutorial that walks you through this method!
Pattern:
Notes:
- Odd numbered rows are considered the Rs, and even numbered rows are considered the Ws.
- The beginning ch of each row does NOT count as a st.
- Stitch counts are shown at the end of the row in <> brackets.
With a 6.5mm hook: Ch 106
Row 1 (Rs): Sc in second ch from hook, and in each ch across. Turn. <105 sc>
Row 2 (Ws): Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in each st across until 1 st remains, sc in last st. Turn. <103 WSc, 2 sc>
Row 3 (Rs): Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in each st across until 1 st remains, sc in last st. Turn.
Row 4 (Ws): Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in next st, WPs in next st, [WSc in next 3 sts, WPs in next st] until 2 sts remain, WSc in next st, sc in last st. Turn. <26 WPs, 77 WSc, 2 sc>
Rows 5 – 9: Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in each st across until 1 st remains, sc in last st. Turn. <103 WSc, 2 sc>
Row 10: Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in next 3 sts, WPs in next st, [WSc in next 3 sts, WPs in next st] until 4 sts remain, WSc in next 3 sts, sc in last st. Turn. <25 WPs, 78 WSc, 2 sc>
Rows 11 – 15: Ch 1, sc in first st, WSc in each st across until 1 st remains, sc in last st. Turn. <103 WSc, 2 sc>
Rows 16 – 135: Repeat Rows 4 – 15, 10 times.
Row 136: Repeat Row 4.
Rows 137 – 139: Repeat Rows 5 – 7.
Continue onto the border WITHOUT fastening off.
Border:
- The border is crocheted in back and forth rows, in the following order: left side, bottom, right side, top.
- Make sure the Rs is facing up, before starting the border.
- Crochet each sl st with loose tension, so they are easier to work into.
- Use a 6.0mm hook for the border!
Left Side:
With a 6.0mm crochet hook:
Row 1 (Rs): Ch 8, hdc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. To join the ribbing to the blanket, sk first row, sl st into the side of the next 2 rows. Turn. <7 hdc>
Row 2 (Ws): With loose tension, sl st in each st across. Turn. <7 sl st>
Row 3 (Rs): Ch 1, hdc in each sl st across. Join the ribbing by making a sl st into the side of the next 2 rows. Turn. <7 hdc>
Rows 4 – 139: Repeat Rows 2 – 3.
Rotate the blanket to work along the next side.
Bottom:
This side is worked across the top of the left ribbing, and the bottom of the starting ch of the blanket.
Row 1 (Rs): Ch 8, hdc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. To join the ribbing to the blanket, sk first st, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Row 2 (Ws): With loose tension, sl st in each st across. Turn. <7 sl st>
Row 3 (Rs): Ch 1, hdc in each sl st across. To join, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Rows 4 – 7: Repeat Rows 2 – 3.
Rows 8 – 112: Repeat Rows 2 – 3, but to join the ribbing to the blanket, sl st into the bottom ch of the blanket.
Rotate the blanket to work along the next side.
Right Side:
This side is worked across the top of the bottom ribbing, and the right side of the blanket.
Row 1 (Rs): Ch 8, hdc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. To join the ribbing to the blanket, sk first st, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Row 2 (Ws): With loose tension, sl st in each st across. Turn. <7 sl st>
Row 3 (Rs): Ch 1, hdc in each sl st across. To join, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Rows 4 – 7: Repeat Rows 2 – 3.
Rows 8 – 146: Repeat Rows 2 – 3, but to join the ribbing to the blanket, sl st into the side of each row.
Top:
The side is worked across the top of the right ribbing, the top of the blanket, and the top of the left ribbing.
Row 1 (Rs): Ch 8, hdc in second ch from hook and in each st across. To join the ribbing to the blanket, sk first st, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Row 2 (Ws): With loose tension, sl st in each st across. Turn. <7 sl st>
Row 3 (Rs): Ch 1, hdc in each sl st across. To join, sl st into next 2 sts of the ribbed edging. Turn. <7 hdc>
Rows 4 – 7: Repeat Rows 2 – 3.
Rows 8 – 119: Repeat Rows 2 – 3, but to join the ribbing to the blanket, sl st into each st across the top of the blanket. When you reach the left ribbing, sl st into the bottom of each ch.
Fasten off and weave in ends!
Blocking the Blanket:
Blocking is the process of wetting a piece of crochet to make the ends and rows straight. To block this puff stitch bobble crochet blanket, you will need a steamer or spray bottle, straight pins or blocking pins, and a blocking mat or foam.
Block your work by stretching out the blanket (vertically and horizontally), and placing pins along each side to hold it in place. Spray the blanket with water, or use a steamer, making sure to stay at least 2 inches away from the blanket. Gently press the water or steam into the blanket with your hands. Let the blanket dry completely before unpinning it.
Questions?
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End Notes:
Yay! You just made your first Chocolate Dew Drops Blanket. I hope it makes you smile whenever you and your loved ones use it. If you’d like to make more crochet blankets, explore some more patterns by clicking on the button below.
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I hope you have an amazing day!
Love, Dayna
