Free Crochet Pattern: Hayrides in Autumn Throw Blanket
Fall is just around the corner, and I have the PERFECT throw blanket pattern to share with you! There are lots of reasons to love this chunky crochet throw blanket pattern. First, this blanket is full of texture and is great to snuggle up with on a cool evening. Secondly, the pattern is easy to follow, so it is relaxing to make. And third, it has a rustic charm that will look great in any room in your home. Keep scrolling to find out more about this design and use the free pattern to make your own!
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Hayrides in Autumn Throw Blanket
Fall is my favorite time of year. I love everything from the weather to the clothes to the color palette! This chunky crochet throw blanket pattern checks all of the boxes for a great fall throw blanket. From the chunky yarn to the texture of the stitches to the amazing colorway, the Hayrides in Autumn Throw Blanket is a must-make this fall season. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter looking for a relaxing, easy pattern or are new to the craft and looking for an easy blanket pattern to make, this pattern is the perfect choice for a fall throw blanket.
The Yarn
When I set out to find yarn for this project, I knew I wanted to use chunky, textured yarn. It didn’t take long for me to find Lion Brand Homespun, which is appropriately named. The yarn has a rustic, homemade feel that gives this chunky crochet throw blanket a unique texture and makes it perfect for a cool fall evening. Although all of the colorways are amazing, I chose the Wild Fire colorway because of the amazing red and orange hues that remind me of the color of fall leaves.
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Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
2,100 yds size 5 bulky weight yarn. I used 12 skeins Lion Brand Homespun yarn <6 oz/170 gm><185 yds/169 m> in the Wild Fire colorway.
US size K/10.5 crochet hook (6.50 mm)
Scissors
Yarn needle
Gauge
11 stitches x 6 rows = 4″ square
Pattern used for gauge: rows of dc
Finished Size
approximately 57″ by 67″
Stitch Abbreviations
US Crochet Terminology
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
When rows of shells are repeated, each shell is completed in the center st of the shell in the previous row.
Special Stitches
Shell
shell – 3 dc in same st
How to Make This Chunky Crochet Throw Blanket
Part 1: Blanket Body
ch 141
Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across, turn <139 dc>.
Row 2: ch 2 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in next st and in each st across, turn.
Rows 3 – 4: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Row 5: ch 2, dc in next st, sk 1 st, [shell in next st, sk 2 sts] 44 times, shell in next st, sk 1 st, dc in next st, dc in top of turning ch, turn <45 shells, 4 dc>.
Rows 6 – 8: repeat Row 5 3 times.
Rows 9 – 12: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 13 – 14: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 15 – 16: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 17 – 18: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 19 – 22: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 23 – 26: repeat Row 5 4 times.
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Rows 27 – 30: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 31 – 34: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 35 – 38: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 39 – 42: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 43 – 44: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 45 – 46: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 47 – 48: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 49 – 52: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 53 – 56: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 57 – 60: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 61 – 64: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 65 – 68: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 69 – 72: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 73 – 74: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 75 – 76: repeat Row 2 2 times.
Rows 77 – 78: repeat Row 5 2 times.
Rows 79 – 82: repeat Row 2 4 times.
Rows 83 – 86: repeat Row 5 4 times.
Rows 87 – 90: repeat Row 2 4 times.
At the end of Row 90, do not turn and do not fasten off. Proceed to border.
Part 2: Border
Left side: rotate 90 degrees, ch 1, [2 sc in end of row] 90 times, rotate 90 degrees <180 sc>.
Bottom: 2 sc in bottom of turning ch, 1 sc in each of next 137 ch, 2sc last ch, rotate 90 degrees <141 sc>.
Right side: [2 sc in end of row] 90 times, rotate 90 degrees <180sc>.
Top: 2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of next 137 sts, 2 sc in last st, sl st to join in top of sc. <141 sc>
Fasten off. Weave in ends and block to desired dimensions.
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Other Throw Blanket Patterns
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