12 Free Christmas Crochet Blanket Patterns
Nothing says the holidays like a red and green blanket on the couch. A crochet Christmas blanket also makes one of the most loved handmade gifts, and many of them get pulled out year after year.
We gathered 12 free crochet Christmas blanket patterns and checked every one. You will find fast chunky throws, cute baby blankets, picture blankets with Santa and a reindeer, snowflake hexagons and simple stripes you can finish before December 25.
Crochet Christmas Blanket
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What You’ll Need
- Red, green and white worsted yarn
- Ergonomic crochet hook set
- Large-eye tapestry needles
- Locking stitch markers
- Pom pom maker or fringe tool
- Yarn bowl to stop rolling skeins
1. Thermal Crochet Santa Blanket
Photo: Nicole Riley / Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
Thermal crochet makes a thick, double-layer fabric that is very warm. This Santa throw uses bulky yarn and a 10 mm hook, so it moves faster than you might think. It finishes at about 42″ x 51″ and makes a fun piece of holiday decor for the living room.
- Designer: Nicole Riley / Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
- Skill level: Beginner (per designer)
- Yarn: Bulky (#5)
- Hook: 10 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Holly Berry Seashore Christmas Baby Blanket
Photo: Dana Nield / Dana Nield Designs
Puff stitches look like little holly berries, and shell stitches add soft waves in between. It is a four-row repeat, so you can memorize it quickly. A camel stitch border finishes the edges. The size is about 35″ x 34″, great for a baby’s first Christmas.
- Designer: Dana Nield / Dana Nield Designs
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Winterland Blanket
Photo: Assia Colozzo / The Crochet Village
A one-row repeat and a reversible texture make this blanket relaxing to work. It looks festive in holiday colors but stays classy enough to leave out all winter. The pattern gives a 46″ x 54″ throw, plus a sizing chart so you can make it any size you like.
- Designer: Assia Colozzo / The Crochet Village
- Skill level: Easy to Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Crochet Christmas Lights Blanket
Photo: Crystal Marin / ChristaCoDesign
A white textured blanket with colorful crochet bulbs sewn on top, like a string of holiday lights. The body is simple single and double crochet, and the bulbs are small and quick. The pattern comes in ten sizes, from a 12″ lovey all the way up to king.
- Designer: Crystal Marin / ChristaCoDesign
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Deck the Halls Christmas Blanket
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
A bold red and turquoise chevron with fringe on the ends. It uses just chains, single crochet and double crochet, and Red Heart rates it as a beginner pattern. It finishes at about 46″ x 54″. Swap the colors to red and green if you want a more classic look.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo (see pattern)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Crochet Reindeer Blanket
Photo: Maria Weaber / Maria’s Blue Crayon
A friendly reindeer face takes center stage on this C2C graphghan, with a cranberry and ivory border. The row-by-row written pattern is free on the blog with a link to the graph. It is about 43″ square. Know your basic C2C stitches before you start.
- Designer: Maria Weaber / Maria’s Blue Crayon
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Corner-to-Corner Christmas Blanket (12 Panels)
Photo: Melissa Hassler / Lovable Loops
Twelve small C2C panels show Santa, a snowman, a reindeer and more. You sew them together at the end and add a red border. Working in panels keeps each chart small and portable. The finished blanket is about 48″ x 66″, big enough for the whole family to share.
- Designer: Melissa Hassler / Lovable Loops
- Skill level: Advanced beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Snowflake Hexagon Blanket
Photo: Carolyn Calderon / The Purple Poncho
Sixty white snowflake motifs, each set in a hexagon and joined as you go with green. It looks like a snowy window, and it is a lovely heirloom project. Each hexagon is about 7″ across, and the full throw is about 68″ x 44″. A video tutorial helps with the trickier parts.
- Designer: Carolyn Calderon / The Purple Poncho
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Christmas Bauble Baby Blanket
Photo: Debra Field / MadameStitch
The center of this blanket is designed to look like a Christmas ornament, with granny and bobble sections around it and a candy cane border. It is about 33″ square and worked in DK yarn. A cute pick for a baby’s first holiday or a nursery decoration.
- Designer: Debra Field / MadameStitch
- Skill level: Adventurous beginner / Intermediate
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Christmas Lane Striped Blanket
Photo: Jamie Morris / Remington Lane Crochet
Three colors, linen stitch and super bulky yarn make this striped blanket quick and cozy. It is written in two sizes: kids at 36″ x 40″ and throw at 50″ x 60″. You change colors at the end of rows, so it is a great first striped project.
- Designer: Jamie Morris / Remington Lane Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6)
- Hook: 8 mm (L)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Striped Moss Christmas Lapghan
Photo: Erin Toews / Juniper and Oakes
Moss stitch stripes in three alternating colors give this lapghan a soft woven look. Because the colors rotate every row, you have very few ends to weave in. It is about 36″ x 48″, just right for your lap while you watch holiday movies.
- Designer: Erin Toews / Juniper and Oakes
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Easy Crochet Christmas Blanket
Photo: Suzanne / Crafting Each Day
Lacy shell panels framed by solid double crochet rows in red and green. The color sequence is simple to follow, and the shells make it look fancier than it is. It finishes at about 51.5″ x 65″, a generous throw for the couch or a guest bed.
- Designer: Suzanne / Crafting Each Day
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Short on time before Christmas? Go with #10 or #1. Big yarn, big hooks, fast results.
- Brand new to crochet? #5 uses only basic stitches and is rated beginner.
- Making a baby gift? #2 and #9 are both baby-sized and festive.
- Want a picture blanket? #6 has one big reindeer, while #7 has 12 smaller motifs.
- Dreaming of an heirloom? #8 is a showstopper worth the extra time.
FAQ
When should I start a Christmas blanket?
Earlier than you think. A chunky throw can take a weekend or two, but a worsted throw often takes several weeks of evening crochet. Picture blankets and motif blankets take longer. Many crocheters start in summer or early fall so they are not rushing in December.
What yarn is best for a Christmas blanket?
Acrylic worsted yarn is a popular choice because it is soft, washable and comes in many reds and greens. For speed, try bulky or super bulky yarn. For baby blankets, choose a soft, machine-washable yarn made for babies.
Can I make these blankets in non-Christmas colors?
Yes. Most of these designs are just stitch patterns or charts, so you can change the colors to match your home. Stripes and textures like #3, #10 and #11 look great in neutrals and can stay out all winter long.
Pick a pattern, stock up on red and green, and enjoy cozy crochet all season.