Enchanted Garden Back Post Single Crochet Blanket Free Pattern

Enchanted Garden Back Post Single Crochet Blanket Free Pattern

Introduction

Wrap yourself in the warmth of an enchanted garden with this beautifully textured blanket. The intricate back post single crochet technique creates a lush, floral-inspired texture that is both cozy and visually stunning. This pattern is perfect for beginners looking to enhance their crochet skills while creating a beautiful piece for their home.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Forest Green
  • Deep Plum
  • Soft Lavender
• Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in back post single crochet

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Foundation Chain: Begin by making a foundation chain of 150 stitches using the forest green yarn.
2. Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, make a single crochet (sc). Continue to sc in each chain across. Turn your work. (You should have 149 stitches.)
3. Row 2: Chain 1, sc in the first stitch. Now, *make a back post single crochet (bpsc) in the next stitch, then sc in the next stitch; repeat from * across the row, ending with a sc in the last stitch. Turn your work.
4. Rows 3-10: Repeat Row 2, alternating colors every two rows:
   • Row 3-4: Use Deep Plum
   • Row 5-6: Use Soft Lavender
   • Row 7-8: Use Forest Green
   • Row 9-10: Use Deep Plum
5. Row 11: Change to Deep Plum yarn. Chain 1, sc in each stitch across. Turn your work.
6. Rows 12-20: Repeat Row 2, alternating colors every two rows:
   • Row 12-13: Use Soft Lavender
   • Row 14-15: Use Forest Green
   • Row 16-17: Use Deep Plum
   • Row 18-19: Use Soft Lavender
   • Row 20: Use Forest Green
7. Continue the Pattern: Keep repeating this pattern, alternating color blocks every 10 rows, until your blanket measures approximately 60 inches in length. This will give you a beautiful, textured look reminiscent of a lush garden.
8. Finishing Touch: To finish your blanket, create a border by chaining 1 and making single crochets evenly around the entire edge of the blanket. In each corner, work 3 single crochets to create a nice rounded edge. Once complete, fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.

Now you have your very own Enchanted Garden Back Post Single Crochet Blanket! Enjoy the cozy warmth and the beautiful floral-inspired texture that will surely brighten up any space in your home.