I’m excited to share with you one of my favorite crochet stitch patterns in blanket form—the waffle stitch! This textured stitch is perfect for creating cozy blankets, and I think you’ll agree once you feel your finished blanket.
If you’ve never crocheted the waffle stitch before, it may seem a little intimidating. But don’t worry, it’s a lot easier than it looks. This pattern will walk you through the process and have you crocheting your very own cozy waffle stitch blanket in no time.
You can find the full free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable version from my Etsy shop.
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Made with Self-Striping Yarn
I love using self-striping yarn when working on a waffle stitch blanket. Self-striping yarn really helps the blanket stand out without having to switch between multiple skeins of yarn.
I chose to use Caron Cinnamon Swirl Cakes Yarn for this blanket because the colors are vibrant and rich, and there are plenty of color options to choose from. You can substitute this yarn with a medium (4) weight yarn of your choice.
Waffle Stitch Blanket Sizing Notes
The Waffle Stitch blanket is 36″ x 48″, which makes it a nice lapghan size blanket. Lapghans are smaller in size than traditional afghans. I find lapghans to be the perfect size for snuggling up with when I’m reading a good book.
What I love about this blanket is that you can easily make it as big or small as you want. The pattern has a chain multiple of 3 plus 2 stitches. If you want to adjust the size of your blanket, chain in multiples of 3 and add 2 stitches to that. For example, if you were to chain 12, you would then add 2 stitches for a total of 14.
Below I’ve included a blanket sizing guide to assist you in finding the right size for your blanket. Make sure you keep your yarn needs in mind when adjusting the size of your blanket.
Blanket Sizing Guide
- Baby Blanket: 36 x 36 inches
- Toddler Blanket: 40 x 60 inches
- Lapghan: 36 x 48
- Throw Blanket: 48 x 60
- Twin Bed: 65 x 90
- Double Bed: 84 x 90
You can find the full free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable version from my Etsy shop.
Materials:
- 5 Caron Cinnamon Swirl Cakes Yarn in color Heat Wave – can substitute with a comparable medium (4) weight yarn.
- US size H 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers (optional)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Size (approximate) 36″ x 48″
Pattern Notes:
- This pattern uses the waffle stitch. If you have never done the waffle stitch, I recommend practicing with a small swatch first. You can chain 14 and follow the pattern to practice.
- If you need a visual aid to learn the waffle stitch, search YouTube for tutorials. Some patterns vary on where you place your first stitch, but the concept is the same.
- If you have trouble identifying the first or last stitch of the row, use stitch markers to help you keep track.
Abbreviations (US):
ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
dc – double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
Waffle Stitch Crochet Blanket Pattern
To begin ch 137
Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each chain. Ch 2 and turn. (135 sts)
Row 2: Dc in 1st st, FPdc in next st, *Dc in next 2 sts, FPdc in next st*. Repeat from * to *. When you reach the last 2 sts, FPdc in 2nd to last stitch, and dc in last st. Chain 2 and turn.
Row 3: Dc in 1st 2 sts, FPdc in next 2 sts. * Dc in next st, FPdc in next 2 sts*. Repeat from * to *. Dc in last st. Chain 2 and turn.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 in that order until your blanket reaches 48″ or your desired length. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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