13 Easy Free Crochet Blanket Patterns
Some days you want a crochet project that does not need your full attention. An easy crochet blanket is perfect for that. You learn one simple repeat, then you can crochet while you watch TV, chat or unwind after work.
Here are 13 easy free blanket patterns we checked one by one. Each uses basic stitches like single crochet, double crochet or simple clusters. There are quick chunky throws, soft baby blankets, granny stitch stripes and a few free downloads from Red Heart and Bernat.
Easy Crochet Blanket
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What You’ll Need
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn
- Crochet hook set with soft grips
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needles
- Row counter
- Yarn scissors
1. Easy Granny Stitch Crochet Blanket
Granny clusters worked in rows, with a new color each row or a few rows of each color. It has a vintage feel and finishes at 37″ x 51″. The steps are clear and the page ends with a short recap, which is handy once you know the repeat.
- Designer: Sew Nikki
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Stashbuster Granny Stripe Afghan
Photo: Amy Ramnarine / The Stitchin’ Mommy
Colored stripes alternate with white, so any leftover worsted yarn looks good together. The full row-by-row pattern is on the page. It is about 45″ x 40″, nice for a baby or a small lap blanket.
- Designer: Amy Ramnarine / The Stitchin’ Mommy
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Moss Stitch Crochet Blanket
Photo: Kimberly Arenas / The Caffeinated Snail
Moss stitch uses only single crochet and chain spaces, and there is no stitch counting once you get going. The designer calls it a perfect TV project. The pattern gives a blanket of about 30″ square with border, plus tips to resize and several border options.
- Designer: Kimberly Arenas / The Caffeinated Snail
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Any (see pattern)
- Hook: 5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. The Elemental Throw
Photo: Alnaar Harnish / Leelee Knits
A two-color moss stitch throw in white and dark gray. The fabric lies flat and looks good on both sides. It measures 32″ x 54″, and there is a video showing the stitch. A calm, classic blanket for any room.
- Designer: Alnaar Harnish / Leelee Knits
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Chunky Crochet Blanket for Beginners
Photo: Sigoni Macaroni
One cake of super bulky yarn and rows of half double crochet worked between the posts. That is the whole pattern. It finishes at 36″ x 46″ and works up in no time, which makes it a great last-minute gift.
- Designer: Sigoni Macaroni
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6)
- Hook: 11.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Quick & Easy Blanket (Bernat)
Photo: Bernat / Yarnspirations
Back loop stitches give this two-color throw a wavy, ridged look. It is a free PDF rated easy and finishes at about 45″ x 58″. Super bulky yarn keeps the project moving.
- Designer: Bernat / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Super bulky (Bernat Softee Chunky)
- Hook: 10 mm (N/15)
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Crowning Achievements Throw
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
A center of simple double crochet rows, then a border worked in rounds. That is it. It is rated easy and comes as a free PDF from Red Heart. Make it in any shade of Red Heart With Love to match your room.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Red Heart With Love (see pattern)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. One More Row Crochet Blanket
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
A corner-to-corner center framed by a border of granny squares. It is a nice way to practice a few skills in one easy project: chains, double crochet, granny squares and seaming. The throw is about 54″ x 60″.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver + Granny Square All in One (see pattern)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Beautiful Baby Blanket
A light baby blanket with a simple repeat of double crochet and chain spaces, plus a crochet edging. It is rated easy and measures about 31.75″ x 31″. A good first blanket if you want to start small.
- Designer: Rhondda Mol / Oombawka Design Crochet
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Easy Textured Crochet Baby Blanket
Photo: Amanda Saladin / Love. Life. Yarn.
An easy blanket stitch of single and double crochet gives soft texture, and a puff stitch border adds charm. Two skeins of gradient DK yarn do the color work for you. It is about 28″ x 31″, with a video tutorial on the page.
- Designer: Amanda Saladin / Love. Life. Yarn.
- Skill level: Easy (per designer)
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Family Room Crochet Throw
Photo: Jennifer / Fiber Flux
V-stitches in fluffy blanket yarn with a 10 mm hook. The designer calls it super easy, and it is big: 65″ x 70″. The open stitch keeps it light and drapey even with thick yarn.
- Designer: Jennifer / Fiber Flux
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Bernat Blanket (see pattern)
- Hook: 10 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Weekend Throw (Red Heart)
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
An easy, relaxed throw in Red Heart Soft, shown in off-white with a contrasting border. It is a free PDF, and the finished size is listed in the download. A simple project to fill a couple of slow weekends.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Red Heart Soft (see pattern)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
13. Easy Breezy Granny Stripe Blanket
Photo: Ashley Parker / The Loopy Lamb
Ombre yarn creates the stripes, so you never change colors. Just repeat the granny rows. The pattern includes a chart with 14 sizes, and the written version is a 30″ x 39″ throw. There is also a step-by-step video.
- Designer: Ashley Parker / The Loopy Lamb
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Want the most relaxing repeat? #3 and #4 are moss stitch, no counting needed.
- Need a gift this week? #5 uses one cake of super bulky yarn.
- Hate changing colors? #13 uses ombre yarn that stripes on its own.
- Want to use up scraps? #2 was made for it.
- Prefer a printable PDF? #6, #7, #8 and #12 are free downloads.
FAQ
What is the easiest crochet blanket to make?
A blanket that repeats one simple row, like half double crochet (#5) or moss stitch (#3), is the easiest. You do not need to read a chart or count complicated repeats. Pick a smooth, light-colored yarn so you can see your stitches clearly.
What is the fastest easy crochet blanket?
Super bulky yarn and a big hook are the fastest combo. Patterns like #5 and #6 use #6 yarn with 10 to 11.5 mm hooks, so each row adds a lot of length. Many crocheters finish these in a weekend or two.
Should I use acrylic yarn for an easy blanket?
Acrylic is a great choice for an easy blanket. It is affordable, soft, comes in many colors and is machine washable. Many patterns here, like the Red Heart and Bernat ones, are designed for acrylic yarn.
Pick an easy pattern, settle in with your favorite show and enjoy the rhythm of the stitches.