Cluster Ripple Blanket: Free Pattern
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One can never have too many blankets. That is a passed down generational quote and I believe in it whole heartedly. Especially when a blanket is as gorgeous as this Cluster Ripple Blanket. I can’t get over how textured the look of it is, and the two row repeat for this free pattern is easy to master and the results speak for themselves. Let’s make one!
Cluster Ripple Blanket
There’s something about a crocheted blanket that can’t be replicated with store bought. The time invested shows that whomever made it really cared. Even as a kid I would curl up in a homemade blanket and there was just something more comforting about it. Like a warm hug from that person every time I wrapped up in it.
The calming waves that the Cluster Ripple Stitch creates is just so mesmerizing to look at and the plushness of the stitch is warm and cozy. It makes me want to watch the sun rise with it draped over me as I sit in a lounge chair on my patio with steam rising from my coffee. Ahhh perfection!
The best yarn to make a blanket with is either something that softens after washing or a yarn that is soft to begin with. I used Big Twist for this one, but since it is a Joann’s brand, and we don’t know if any other company will absorb its manufacturing, it probably won’t be available much longer. I do have a Virtual Yarn Aisle with all of my favorite brands to work with, so I have a long list of options for other worsted weight yarns there. For the pattern I am recommending the Herrschners Supreme Worsted.
I love the little peaks and valleys that the Cluster Ripple Stitch makes. It gives the blanket more dimension and the texture is gorgeous. The drape of the blanket is amazing and will look stunning when placed over the back of a chair or couch.
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Materials:
Worsted Weight Yarn (3 colors)
-approx. 3450 yards total (or 1,150 yards per color)
Crochet hook in size K/6.5mm
Finished Dimensions: approx. 58″ x 72″ (148 cm x 183 cm)
Gauge: 5.75” wide per repeat (one repeat = 17 sts)
Gauge Pattern:
Row 1: Ch-38, dc in 3rd ch from hook. [Dc2tog over next two chs] 3x, ch-1, [Cl in next ch, ch-1] 5x, [dc2tog over next two chs] 6x, ch-1, [Cl in next ch, ch-1] 5x, [dc2tog over next two chs] 3x, dc in final ch. (36)
Row 2: Ch-1, turn, sc in each st and ch-sp across. (36)
Row 3: Ch-2, turn, dc in first st. [dc2tog over next 2 sts] 3x, ch-1, [Cl in next st, ch-1] 5x, [dc2tog over next 2 sts] 6x, ch-1, [Cl in next st, ch-1] 5x, [dc2tog over next two chs] 3x, dc in final st. (36)
Rows 4 – 10: alternate rows 2 & 3
Should be approximately 11.5” wide and 5.25” tall. Measure and adjust hook size as needed.
Pattern Notes:
Pattern written using US terms.
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The chain at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch.
Cluster (Cl) = dc3tog all in the same stitch
Ch(s) = Chain stitch
St(s) = Stitches
Sp = Space
Dc = Double Crochet
Dc2tog = Double Crochet Two Together (tutorial here)
If you would like to adjust the size of your blanket, alter the beginning chain in multiples of 17 stitches. (Stitch multiple is 17 + 2 + 2)
Change colors after every 10 rows, or as desired.
Pattern:
Row 1: Ch-174, dc in 3rd ch from hook. [Dc2tog over next two chs] 3x, ch-1, [Cl in next ch, ch-1] 5x, * [dc2tog over next two chs] 6x, ch-1, [Cl in next ch, ch-1] 5x * repeat between * * 8 more times, [dc2tog over next two chs] 3x, dc in final ch. (172)
Row 2: Ch-1, turn, sc in each st and ch-sp across. (172)
Row 3: Ch-2, turn, dc in first st. [dc2tog over next 2 sts] 3x, ch-1, [Cl in next st, ch-1] 5x, * [dc2tog over next 2 sts] 6x, ch-1, [Cl in next st, ch-1] 5x * repeat between * * 8 more times, [dc2tog over next two chs] 2x, dc in final st. (172)
Rows 4 – 137: alternate previous two rows (172)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Wasn’t that easy?!?! Are you keeping this cluster ripple blanket for yourself or gifting it? Either way, feel proud of your accomplishment and don’t forget to share it in the Heart Hook Home Crochet Community on Facebook so we can all marvel at your unique blanket.
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