Creating a starshaped blanket through crochet can be a fun and rewarding project! Below is a simple tutorial to help you crochet your own starshaped blanket. This blanket will be created using basic crochet stitches, so even if you’re a beginner, you should be able to follow along.
Materials Needed:
Yarn (bulky or worsted weight yarn works well)
Crochet hook (size depending on your yarn; typically a 5.5mm to 6.5mm for bulky yarn)
Scissors
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Measuring tape (optional)
Abbreviations:
CH = Chain
SC = Single Crochet
DC = Double Crochet
SL ST = Slip Stitch
ST = Stitch
Star Blanket Pattern
Step 1: Create the Center
1. Start with a Magic Ring: If you’re comfortable, create a magic ring. If not, you can chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
2. Round 1: CH 3 (counts as first DC), then make 11 DC into the ring. Join with a SL ST to the top of the 3 CH. (Total: 12 DC)
Step 2: Create Star Points
3. Round 2: CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC into the same stitch. CH 1. In the next stitch, make 2 DC, CH 1 (this creates a point). Repeat this for each stitch around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the CH 3. (Total: 12 points)
Step 3: Expanding the Blanket
4. Round 3: SL ST to the next CH 1 space. CH 3 (counts as first DC), DC into the same space. CH 1, 2 DC in the next CH 1 space. CH 1. Repeat around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the CH 3. (Total: 12 clusters of 2 DC + CH 1)
5. Round 4: SL ST to the next CH 1 space. CH 3 (counts as first DC), DC in the same space. CH 1. In the next CH 1 space, make 3 DC, CH 1. Repeat this around. Join with a SL ST to the top of the CH 3. (Total: 12 points with 3 DC)
Step 4: Continue Increasing
6. Continue Rounds: Keep repeating the process of working into the CH 1 spaces, increasing the number of DC in each set while keeping the pattern of CH 1 in between:
Round 5: 2 DC in the first, CH 1 between, and then 4 DC in the next CH 1 space repeat this pattern.
Round 6: Increase to 5 DC in the CH 1 space, and so on.
Repeat these rounds, increasing the number of DC in each cluster with each round. You may also want to add a round of SC around for a neat edge.
Step 5: Finishing
7. Border (Optional): Once the blanket is the desired size, you may want to create a scalloped or single crochet border around the edges to finish it off.
8. Weave in Ends: Use a yarn needle to weave in all loose yarn ends.
Conclusion:
Your starshaped blanket is now complete! You can choose to use multiple colors, creating a beautiful and vibrant star pattern, or stick with one color for a classic look. Enjoy your new cozy blanket!
Feel free to adjust the size and number of rounds according to your preference. Happy crocheting!