Welcome to our page full of FREE patterns to crochet blankets and afghans!
These free crochet afghan and blanket patterns have a variety of stitches and designs, and we've gathered up some of our favorite free patterns for you to create beautiful crocheted afghans, blankets, and throws.
Blanket Pattern as your First Crochet Project
Many of those learning to crochet choose an afghan as their first big project. Using the free simple afghan and blanket patterns we have here is a great way to learn and master the basic crochet stitches and techniques!
Most of the free patterns for crochet afghans are very clear, and, for beginners, some of these crochet afghan patterns require only the very basic crochet stitches.
You will find many free patterns below for crochet blankets and afghans from the most basic to the more intricate and elaborate. We have a pattern and tutorial for a lovely crocheted blanket that we have made.
Almost everyone has seen a crocheted afghan or blanket neatly folded or even hastily strewn in a living room, ready to be used to curl up in when there is a chill in the air. I have at least one crocheted afghan in my family room all year round, since it makes a perfect lightweight throw.
Make Crochet Blankets as Gifts
My mother loves to crochet, and she has an old family pattern that she uses to make a white, delicate blanket for each grandchild to be used during their baptism. I haven’t asked, but it looks to me like she uses the lacy shell stitch, always using the softest yarn for the babies.
Crocheted afghans are often given as gifts; my mother has given each of us kids and our spouses an afghan blanket as a Christmas gift. She lovingly crochets each afghan, specific to the person who will receive it.
For my husband, my mother used the chevron stitch in dark brown yarn to create his special gift. My husband is a tall man, and when the afghan was complete, she decided to add more to its length, wanting to be sure that it would be the right size for him to wrap up in.
She added 20 rows to both ends with cream colored yarn. It’s certainly not the most beautiful afghan blanket that she’s ever made, but it is his favorite blanket in the house, and is indeed long enough to cover him from his toes to his chin!
Granny Treasures Throw made by Chris of Needlepointers.com
Sizes of Crocheted Blankets and Afghans
There are three basic sizes for crocheted blankets; There is the afghan, which in most patterns measures roughly 50” by 65”; the lap blanket or throw, which is around 35” by 40”; and the baby blanket, usually about 25” by 30”.
Of course, you can make your blanket any size you’d like, just as my mom did for my husband!
Yarns to Use for Free Crochet Blanket Patterns
It is important that you spend some time looking at the various yarns available to use in these afghan patterns. In the world of crochet, there are two camps regarding the type of yarn to use.
There are those who will only use wool or other natural yarns, believing that the finished blanket will hold its shape better and the natural fibers are the most comfortable against the skin. They often complain that the synthetic yarns make for a scratchy blanket.
Others use acrylic yarns as they are less costly, easy to work with, and the completed afghan is easier to care for. Keep in mind, acrylic yarn has changed over the years, and it is much more appealing in texture than in the past.
When purchasing her yarn skeins, my mother always used skeins from the same dye lot so there would be no variation of color in the blanket. It is important to check the pattern for the number of skeins to purchase; it doesn’t hurt to buy one extra skein if you can afford to do so.
Vintage Fan Ripple Blanket made by Needlepointers.com's, Chris
Free Crochet Blanket Patterns
In the links to the free crochet blanket patterns below, you will find such a great variety to choose from. Some of the links are to videos, showing you step-by-step how to crochet, add yarn colors, and create a variety of stitches.
Our links take you to pages with wonderful free patterns for your next crochet blanket project.
Your crocheted afghan may become a family heirloom, as many have become. Regardless, it will definitely be a wonderful project for you and will become a delightfully warm and cozy hug for anyone who wraps up in it!
Scroll down for the 60+ Free Crochet Blanket Patterns!
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This is a fast and easy crochet blanket that you can make in just 3 hours.
By Crochet Dreamz on YouTube
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A pattern for a beautiful heavy afghan using the basketweave stitch.
JOANN
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A crochet afghan pattern, using off white, green, peach and tan yarns, reminiscent of the Mojave Desert.
Craft Yarn Council
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Create this colorful reversible crocheted log cabin afghan with these free instructions.
Craft Yarn Council
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Pennsylvania Dutch Afghan Pattern
Free pattern for a Pennsylvania Dutch afghan with flower motif squares, each measuring 6 1/2 inches square.
Free Vintage Crochet
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Pattern for a rainbow crochet afghan with a wonderful "V" texture that will add light and color to any room. fringe. Approximate size - 48" x 63" excluding fringe.
Craft Yarn Council
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Easy ripple afghan pattern, complete with a variation to the pattern to create a ribbed ripple effect.
Hand Crafting with Love
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Super easy crochet blanket using double crochets.
Craft Designs for You
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Free afghan pattern - crochet.
Craft Yarn Council
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Vertical lines of color with horizontal strips.
Ravelry
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This afghan can be worked up quickly and would be a great charity project! FREE PATTERN!
Hand Crafting With Love
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This pretty throw is a free pattern by Yarnspirations and Red Heart.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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A bumblebee stripped free baby blanket pattern made with Bernat Baby Velvet Yarn.
My Poppet Makes
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Free crochet pattern to make a baby blanket with cross-stitched or crocheted zoo animals.
Craft Yarn Council
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Make a beautiful blanket with this basketweave pattern.
All Crafts Blogs
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This creamy blanket will be a treasured keepsake blanket. Free crochet pattern!
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Free crochet pattern. The shell stitch blanket is simple yet elegant.
Crochet Spot
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Make a unique quilt with this broomstick lace square!
Crochet Crochet 'N More
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An adorable afghan for a child. Crochet the bear pattern into the afghan as your crochet.
Bev's Country Cottage
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A free tutorial on making a baby blanket using the blanket stitch.
Lullaby Lodge
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Crochet up a warm and cozy blanket to watch those games.
Affiliate Link to JOANN
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This pretty checkerboard textures throw is a free pattern and would be nice to snuggle under in the winter months.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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A vintage crochet pattern to make a bedspread with concentric circles.
Craftbits.com
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Combine Swedish embroidery and crochet in an afghan.
A perfect background for its afghan is the textured Moss stitch.
Craft Yarn Council
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This is a vintage crochet pattern for a bed spread. This is a free pattern.
Craftbits.com
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This plush little elephant is attached to the center of a cuddly, wave stitch blanket. Get the free crochet pattern!
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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This crochet pattern for a dahlia floral bedspread is from a vintage print publication.
Craftbits.com
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A free pattern and tutorial on how to make a gorgeous blanket for any size, from baby blanket to king-side bed. The pattern is so simple even someone learning to crochet can make it.
Needlepointers.com Staff
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Thanks to Vickie Howell, here is a free pattern to make this gorgeous patchwork blanket. Crochet lovers combine this with your own selection of colors and make a statement.
Craftbits.com
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Check out this easy DIY gorgeous floral afghan square pattern. After making flower square, join them into a blanket.
Confessions of an Overworked Mom
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You’ll love the way colors of this yarn work together for a very special throw. This free pattern is easy to follow and stitched from the center.
The photo is of a throw made with this pattern by Chris of Needlepointers.com.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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This crochet throw has an air of romance about it, in Red Heart Comfort. A free crochet pattern.
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**Note: The Pattern is Free, the price listed is for the yarn.
This afghan automatically stripes with different colors by using the variegated cupcake yarn. This yarn creates the pretty pattern automatically as the afghan pattern is stitched.
Lion Brand Yarn
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With three colors of yarn and this easy-to-crochet granny pattern, you can create a blanket that is perfect for welcoming a newborn baby.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Pattern for a beautiful crochet throw The cross stitch medallions on the afghan are stitched in rich colors reminiscent of an oriental carpet.
Craft Yarn Council
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Does your kid love cars? Your little kiddo will love snuggling up with this fun, colorful crochet car-themed kids blanket. Get the free crochet blanket pattern.
Needlepointers.com Associate
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Take a vintage pattern in dated colors, add some contemporary hues, and voila! A modern throw is born.
Coats Design Team
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This is a free pattern for a 60 X 40 inch blanket or afghan and a pillow cover.
Calm Country Crochet
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A free crocheted afghan pattern using the popcorn stitch.
Craft Elf
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Granny square panels and embroidered single crochet panels are combined to make this beautiful tradition afghan.
Craft Yarn Council
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Here is a pattern for what we think is the fastest Crochet Afghan using homespun yarn.
Craftbits.com
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This radiant crochet throw showcases an abundance of tones from Red Heart Super Saver.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Delicate shadings frame each crochet block to create an exquisite yet simple blended "watercolor" border for this adorable crochet afghan. Free pattern.
Affiliate Link to JOANN
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Relax your spirit as you create this easy crochet throw in Red Heart Super Saver.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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This crochet afghan has a rustic vibe in Red Heart Super Saver. This is a free pattern by Red Heart and Yarnspirations.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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This free crochet throw design is reminiscent of popular log cabin quilts.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Take a simple one-color throw and spice it up with a soft, pomped-edge. Download this free pattern from Yarnspirations.
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This throw has interesting pattern stitches and is a free pattern from Red Heart.
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Stitch up this crochet throw featuring raised and textured stitches using this free pattern.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Craft Designs for You
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This detailed vintage inspired crochet blanket square will remind you of beautiful sand pebbles on the beach.
Sustain My Craft Habit
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This is a quick and easy blanket pattern that will use up leftover yarn from other crochet projects.
My Poppet Makes
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This Spring Garden Baby Blanket is a popular pattern and now this pattern is free. The blanket aimed at an advanced beginner and available in 2 sizes. The larger size is great for a cot or even a sofa throw. The smaller size can be used for the car seat, buggy or crib.
Lullaby Lodge
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Featuring a classic motif (granny square motif), the square dance blanket is an easy pattern to stitch quickly.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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The look of this unique blanket is achieved with 25 squares, alternating colors on the same pattern.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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With this free pattern crochet this throw that comes together with individual squares.
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This pretty baby blanket is designed in two different sizes and two colourways. Use any colours you like and create a truly individual blanket. This baby blanket features a pretty shell border.
Lullaby Lodge
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Crocheting a baby lovey using the link to a free teddy bear crochet lovey pattern is a way to make something special for a baby or toddler.
Needlepointers.com Associate
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The traditional black-bordered, brightly-colored granny square throw is back in fashion. It's easy to do and fun to make with this free pattern.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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This free pattern is an easy lightweight crocheted blanket. The squares are stitched up and then joined in a C2C (corner to corner) diagonal placement.
Make It Crochet
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This vintage fan ripple blanket pattern is a fun afghan to make. It uses triple treble crochet stitches to make the long fans.
The photo is of the afghan made by Chris from Needlepointers! For her version, she found some pretty colored soft yarns.
Rich Textures Crochet
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This baby blanket has large wandering cables made with the Tunisian crochet technique.
Make It Crochet
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A classic vintage bedspread using crochet. Uses the wedding ring pattern to create a wonderful look.
Craftbits.com
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