FREE PATTERN WITH VIDEO TUTORIAL
There is always something new to learn and C2C (corner to corner) crochet was one of those techniques I had been wanting to try for a long time but I couldn’t find the chance, yarn or project to practice it with.
The Colors C2C Crochet Blanket was just the right choice for it, to display the full colors of your fiber and showcase the diagonal dynamic within this fun technique.
Though it may seem like a more complicated process, steps to make C2C are quite easy and this blanket is also simple. With a square structure which uses basic corner to corner principles and the ideal final size for a stroller or an adult small size cover.
A repetitive crochet pattern, to increase one block in each row to begin and then, once reaching the widest diagonal, going back by decreasing one block in each row.
A free pattern that is worked mainly with double crochets, chains and slip stitches, to create every little block that puts all the project together. But if you do not have many notions of these basic stitches, you can watch my Basic Stitches back and forth video below, which covers all the essentials for three different stitches, including double crochets, if you feel you need to practice first.
A larger size project, to showcase those colorful yarns at home, allowing the shades to display differently than the common horizontal stripes.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
C2C Crochet (Corner to corner)
Crochet technique that is made from small blocks which are worked diagonally. The blocks are commonly made of 3 double crochets and 3 chains (they can also be made with half double crochets). It is worked back and forth, by increasing or decreasing one block in each row, depending on the final shape needed (square, rectangle, triangle).
This video tutorial for the Colors C2C Crochet Blanket covers all steps of the making. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have all written directions, a chart and images (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
If you want the formatted, ad free, 8 page PDF document (with written instructions, chart and more than 50 images in photo tutorials) of the Colors C2C Crochet Blanket, this is available in my pattern stores (Ravelry, Etsy, Lovecrochet) for USD $4.70. And I think I should also mention that this includes the formatted Pixel C2C Crochet Scarf PDF as well.
I used DK weight yarn and a 4.5 mm crochet hook because these are ideal for a cozy yet light blanket that can be carried all year long.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
- Two 150 gr /5.29 oz (539 m /590 yds) skeins of DK weight Lion Brand Mandala (100% acrylic) yarn in PEGASUS 210
- 4.5 mm (G-7) crochet hook
- Stitch marker
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
FINISHED SIZE
34.3” x 34.3” / 87 cm x 87 cm
GAUGE
C2C pattern, back and forth
One block (3 dc, ch-3 sp)= 0.6”/1.5 cm
6 blocks x 6 blocks= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
- R: row
- Rnd: round
- Ch: chain
- St(s): stitch(es)
- Sl st: slip stitch
- Dc: double crochet
- Sp: space
- Rep: repeat
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
NOTES
- To get a similar color progression in the blanket, start using the second skein of yarn from the last color of the first skein.
- When crocheting in the round, with sl st, ch 1 to begin the Rnd, this ch does not count as first sl st.
- When crocheting in the round, with sl st, place a marker in the first st of the Rnd.
COLORS C2C CROCHET BLANKET
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one corner. Ch 6. Crochet by following Colors C2C Blanket Chart below and/or written instructions.
R1: Starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, turn= 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R2: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of block from las R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 2 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R3: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from las R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 3 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R4: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from las R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 4 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R5-51: Rep the same sequence of R, by increasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until reaching R51 and having 51 blocks.
R52: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from las R) rep ( ) 50 times, turn= 50 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R53: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from las R) rep ( ) 49 times, turn= 49 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R54: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from las R) rep ( ) 48 times, turn= 48 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R55-101: Rep the same sequence of R, by decreasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until reaching R101 and having 1 block only.
Do not turn, to continue working in the round to make the blanket edging.
Rnd 102: Ch 1, [(sl st in sp between two blocks, ch 4) rep ( ) 49 times, sl st in sp between two blocks, ch 6] rep [ ] 6 times.
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
And you have your very own joyful Colors C2C Crochet Blanket, with those amazing little pixels that create the prettiest texture. For a beautiful handmade gift or fun movie nights at home.
Another technique that you will want to keep practicing to discover all its lovely possibilities. Share your version with me, use #colorsc2cblanket to see your creation or just tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram. And keep following for more C2C and crochet projects ahead!
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