Can you crochet a blanket for everyone on your holiday gift list? With the free crochet blanket pattern for the Snowflake Lace Throw, it’s a distinct – and beautiful – possibility!
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The Snowflake Lace Throw uses the negative spaces – the openings in the lace – to create a beautiful blanket that can be made in just 2 days using Super Bulky yarn! In just one weekend you can have a lovely statement piece of decor for your own home, or an heirloom piece to give as a gift to those you love.
Lion Brand Heartland Thick & Quick is the starring yarn here, a soft, silky, 100% acrylic that will fly off your hook, in your choice of colors. Go neutral with Katmai or Acadia, or go bold and bright, it’s up to you!
Snowflake Lace Throw
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US – M/N 9.0mm – Furls Crochet
1000 yds Lion Brand Heartland Thick & Quick (100% acrylic; Super Bulky/”6″; 125 yds/ 114 m; 5.01 oz)
Colorway Shown: Katmai (8 balls)
Gauge: 9 sts x 4 rows = 4″ in pattern
Size: 47″ x 54″ (approximate – fabric is very stretchy!)
Stitch Multiple: Mult of 17, +2
Helpful Links: Crochet Abbreviations; Tr (Treble Crochet); CSDC (Chainless Starting Double Crochet); CSTR (Chainless Starting Treble Crochet); Seamless Finishing (break & join)
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ERRATA:
Row 7 has been corrected below as of 10/30/2017
NOTES:
If preferred, begin Rows 2 and 7 with a CSDC (see link above) instead of a ch 3.
If preferred, begin Row 4 with a CSDC and ch 5 instead of a ch 8.
If preferred, begin Row 6 with a CSTR instead of a ch 4.
When working Edging Round 1 at the top and bottom of the blanket, try working one less sc into each ch sp, eg: 1 sc in each ch-2 sp, 3 sc in each ch-4 sp, and 4 sc in each ch-5 sp.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: Ch 104, dc in 4th ch from hook (skipped 3 chs count as first dc), *ch 5, skip 5 chs, sc in next 3 chs, ch 5, skip 5 chs,** dc in next 4 chs; rep from * finishing last rep at **, dc in last 2 chs, turn. (24 dc, 18 sc)
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next st, 3 dc in next ch-5 sp, *ch 4, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc, skip the next sc, ch 4, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp, dc in the next dc,** ch 3, skip 2 dc, dc in the next dc, 3 dc in the next ch-5 sp; rep from * finishing last rep at **, dc in the last st, turn. (50 dc, 6 sc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 4, skip 3 dc, dc in the next dc, 3 dc in the next ch-4 sp, ch 2, skip the next sc, 3 dc in the next ch-4 sp, dc in the next dc, ch 4,** sc in the next ch-3 sp; rep from * finishing last rep at **, skip the next 3 dc, sc in the last st, turn. (48 dc, 7 sc)
Row 4: Ch 8 (counts as dc and ch 5), *skip next 4 dc, 4 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, skip next 4 dc,** sc in next ch-4 sp, sc in next sc, sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 5; rep from * finishing last rep at **, dc in last st, turn. (26 dc, 15 sc)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 4, *3 dc in first ch-5 sp, dc in next dc, ch 3, skip the next 2 dc, dc in next dc, 3 dc in next ch-5 sp, ch 4,** skip the next sc, sc in next sc, ch 4, skip the next sc; rep from * finishing last rep at **, sc in 3rd ch of ch-8, turn. (48 dc, 7sc)
Row 6: Ch 4 (counts as tr), *3 dc in next ch-4 sp, dc in next dc, ch 4, skip the next 3 dc, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 4, skip the next 3 dc, dc in the next dc, 3 dc in the next ch-4 sp,** ch 2, skip the next sc; rep from * finishing last rep at **, tr in last st, turn. (2 tr, 48 dc, 6 sc)
Row 7: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, ch 5, skip the next 3 dc, *sc in next ch-4 sp, sc in next sc, sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 5,** skip next 4 dc, 4 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, skip next 4 dc; rep from * finishing last rep at **, skip the next 3 dc, dc in the last 2 sts, turn. (24 dc, 18 sc)
Row 8 – 54: Repeat Rows 2-7, ending on a Row 6 repeat.
Edging Round 1: Ch 1, sc evenly around working (sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner; join.
Edging Round 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, *skip next st, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around working 2 dc in each ch-1 corner; join.
Edging Round 3: Ch 1, sc between posts of each dc around, working (sc, ch 1, sc) between each pair of corner sts; break yarn and join.
And that’s how to crochet the Snowflake Lace Throw! It’s super cozy, super quick to crochet, and I can’t wait to see what you make with this pattern. If you share photos on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog so I can see what you’ve made!
For more great free crochet blanket patterns, check out the Snowdrifts Afghan, Summer Fling Throw, Soft Granite Blanket, and Oh My Blanket!
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Helene B Croteau says
BEAUTIFUL
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much! 😀
Olena Huffmire says
This is a beautiful pattern!
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much!
HEIDI BROOKS says
Beautiful!! Is there a formula for the number of stitches per row, if we want to make a bigger or smaller size, or use non-bulky yarn? Is that what the “Stitch Multiple (17+2)” means? Thanks for another amazing (FREE) pattern!!!! <3
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Heidi! And thank you! Yes, that’s what the stitch multiple is for. 🙂 Or an even easier way is to use the long chain method – there’s a tutorial at https://www.mooglyblog.com/long-starting-chains-made-easy/
Ronda L Terrell says
Thank you! I’m excited to make another of your projects. I so appreciate you sharing you gifts.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you so much Ronda!
Nancy lee says
This would make a beautiful shawl (hint, hint)! It is truly a beautiful stitch!
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much Nancy! I like that idea!
Pat says
I like that idea too! How difficult is this to make? I haven’t crocheted I’m years.
Tamara Kelly says
Not too tricky once you get the hang of the pattern layout – all dc and ch sts! 🙂
Kelly M says
Exactly what I was thinking, Nancy! I’d like to swatch this stunning pattern in several yarn weights to find the perfect one for a shawl. Ooh… this pattern would make an absolutely gorgeous heirloom christening blanket done up in a soft baby worsted or dk yarn too.
Thanks for another awesome free pattern!
Megan says
I have never been able to master the foundation stitches. Is it necessary for the pattern? Thanks!
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Megan! There are no foundation stitches used in this pattern. 🙂
Naomi says
This is so beautiful!!!
Thank you for sharing the gift of this pattern!
Stephanie s says
This is beautiful! I’ve got a wedding to go to next weekend and I’m thinking this would be a fabulous gift. I’ll probably make it just a little bigger and in super bulky yarn it should work up fast. Thanks!
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you Stephanie, I’m so glad you like it! Have fun at the wedding!
charlene says
It is a lovely pattern. I can’t believe it bulky yarn it looks so delicate.
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much! 😀
Maria Folsom says
Hi Tamara! I’m making this up in a super squishy yarn but have a question about row 3. After the last ch 4, the next sc in the ch-3 space skips over 3 dc but I don’t see that mentioned in the pattern. I think I’ve worked row 2 correctly but am worried that I’ve gone off pattern somehow.
Tamara Kelly says
Hello Maria! It sounds like you missed the instructions after the last rep: “rep from * finishing last rep at **, skip the next 3 dc, sc in the last st, turn. (48 dc, 7 sc)” 🙂
Maria Folsom says
2nd question- On Row 5 the repeat has us go from the last ch4, skip the sc and back to ch4, so we are chaining 8 in total there but on Row 6 this 8 chain isn’t mentioned in the instructions which makes me think I’m missing a sc somewhere?
Tamara Kelly says
In Row 4 you have a chain of 8 (treated as a dc and ch 5), but in Row 5 there aren’t any chains that long. It sounds like maybe you missed one of the sc sts in there: “… 3 dc in next ch-5 sp, ch 4,** skip the next sc, sc in next sc, ch 4, skip the next sc; rep from * finishing last rep at **, sc in 3rd ch of ch-8, turn.”
Maria Folsom says
Hmm, I’m not seeing the comment I made about Row 5 ch 8’s that occur on every repeat. If it didn’t come through, let me know and I’ll re-ask the question for that row. Thank you!
Tamara Kelly says
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Maria Folsom says
I hope these comments are helpful, I’ve always enjoyed working with your patterns! On Row 7 after the last ch5 and before the repeat back to sc in the ch-4 sp, there should be the skipping of 4 dc again I believe. (so twice in that row, right?)
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much! I hope my replies are helpful too! It sounds like a chart might be in order for this one. 🙂
Row 7 did have another typo – it should begin with a ch-5 rather than ch-3, and I’ll fix that now as well. And yes, you were right on the skipping, I’ll add that as well. 🙂
Penny Taylor says
I love this afghan and would like to try it someday, but was wondering if it would be possible to use regular worsted weight yarn to make this instead of the bulky yarn? If so, how many would I need to chain up to make an afghan, what is the repeat count? Thank you very much for any help you can give me in figuring this out.
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Penny! The number chained will depend on the specific yarn chosen and your gauge, but you can use the long chain method for an easy start – https://www.mooglyblog.com/long-starting-chains-made-easy/ To help you estimate, the stitch multiple/repeat count is listed above under the hook and yarn info. 🙂
Anj says
Thank you very, very much! I love the pattern and am going to make a scarf with it.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you so much!
Diana El says
Gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing. I have friends who are new to crochet, and this is a great encouragement.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 Thank you so much!
Robin says
Is there a chart to this pattern?
Tamara Kelly says
Not currently, do you think it would help? 🙂
Tamara Kelly says
The chart is now up! 🙂
Sherry says
Thank you so much for he chart from a written challenged crocheted!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 I’m glad to hear it helps!
Sherry says
Oh please a chart!!! I actually enjoy a chart and the written pattern. But Love Love Love a chart!!!!!!!
Tamara Kelly says
I’ve added it to my to do list! Thank you Sherry!
Tamara Kelly says
The chart is now up! 🙂
Julie says
Thank you! A million times thank you!
Sherry says
Forgot to click the notify button
EOWYN Somers says
Good evening! I read through all of the comments and didn’t see my question already asked. The pattern calls for 8 balls of yarn. Approximately how many went into the body and how many into the edging? Yes, I’m working with a different yarn and have a finite amount in this dye lot. I’m ok with less repeats if the main pattern, i just don’t want to be caught out with the edging. Thank you very much.
Tamara Kelly says
Hello Eowyn! I’m afraid I don’t recall exactly, but I’d estimate at one ball for the edging rounds.