Welcome back to My Crafts Ideas! Today, we’re diving into a delightful project that combines vibrant colors with a unique braided texture: the Pulled Taffy Crochet Blanket. This pattern is perfect for adding a splash of color and texture to any space, and it can be made in both baby and full sizes. Let’s get started!
Pattern Details
Baby Size: 39 x 36 inches (99 x 91.5 cm)
Full Size: 56½ x 46 inches (143.5 x 117 cm)
Notes
The loops in this pattern are worked independently as you crochet and are braided together at the end to create a beautiful, textured effect.
Follow the color sequence provided to achieve the stunning striping effect.
Materials
- Yarn Colors: You will need colors A, B, C, D, and E.
- Hook Size: Use a hook appropriate for your yarn weight.
Color Sequence
To create the striped effect, follow this sequence throughout the main body of the blanket:
2 rows with B 2 rows with A 2 rows with C 2 rows with A 2 rows with D 2 rows with A 2 rows with E 2 rows with A
Braided Stripes Pattern
Foundation Chain: For the baby size, chain 108. For the full size, chain 158. This foundation is a multiple of 10 chains plus 8.
Row Instructions
Row 1 (Wrong Side):
Skip 3 chains (counts as 1 dc), dc in 4th chain from the hook and in each of the next 6 chains.
* Chain 10, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the next 10 chains; repeat from * to the last 8 chains, chain 10, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the last 8 chains, turn.
Row 2 (Right Side):
Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in each of the next 7 dc,
* chain 10, skip all loop stitches, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the next 10 dc; repeat from * to the last loop, chain 10, skip all loop stitches, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the last 8 dc, turn.
Row 3: Repeat Row 2 to the desired length, ending with a Row 2.
Final Rows and Braiding
Final Rows:
Row 1 (Wrong Side): Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in each of the next 7 dc, skip all loop stitches, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the next 10 dc; repeat from * to the last loop, skip all loop stitches, slip stitch through the front and second bars of the last completed dc, dc in each of the last 8 dc, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in each of the next 6 dc, * work locking dc as follows: yo, insert hook in next stitch, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), insert hook in the 8th of 15 hdc from 2 rows below, yo and draw through this hdc and both remaining loops on hook at the same time – locking dc completed, dc in each of the next 9 dc; repeat from * to the last 9 dc, work a locking dc, dc in each of the last 8 dc.
Braiding: Braid loops into place, pulling one loop through the next from the bottom of the piece upwards.
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Border
Round 1: With right side facing, join A with a slip stitch anywhere along the left side edge of the blanket.
Ch 1, (sc, ch 1) in each row edge to the corner, (sc, ch 1) twice in the corner stitch, * (sc, ch 1) in the next stitch, skip the next stitch; repeat from * across the bottom edge to the next corner, (sc, ch 1) twice in the corner stitch, (sc, ch 1) in each row edge to the next corner, (sc, ch 1) twice in the corner stitch, repeat from * across the top edge to the next corner, (sc, ch 1) twice in the corner stitch (sc, ch 1) in each row edge to the end of the round, join with slip stitch in the first sc, fasten off A.
Rounds 2-5: Repeat Round 1 with B, C, D, and E respectively.
Finishing
Weave in all loose ends to give your blanket a neat and polished finish.
Abbreviations
A, B, C, etc.: Color A, Color B, Color C, etc.
ch: Chain
dc: Double crochet
hdc: Half double crochet
sc: Single crochet
st(s): Stitch(es)
yo: Yarn over
*: Repeat whatever follows the * as indicated.
And there you have it! A stunning Pulled Taffy Crochet Blanket that’s as fun to make as it is beautiful to look at. The braided loops add an eye-catching texture, while the color sequence brings a cheerful vibrancy to your home decor. Happy crocheting, and don’t forget to share your creations with us!
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