In this blog, you’ll find individual Crochet Patterns that, when combined, make up the Dream Blanket 1.0—the very first member of Yarnplaza’s Dream Collection family. If you’ve got the basic crochet techniques down pat, are looking for a new challenge, and want to add a beautiful new piece to your home decor, then the Dream Blanket 1.0 is the blanket for you!
The Dream Blanket 1.0 was released in 2016 as a CAL (Crochet Along). The blanket is made with Yarn and Colors Happy yarn and is also available as a complete kit. Perfect if you want to get started right away!
General Information: Dream Blanket 1.0
For the blanket (dimensions: approx. 170 x 130 cm), you will need the following items:
- 20 balls of Yarn and Colors Happy
- Crochet Hooks: 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, and 9 mm
- A set of stitch markers
If you'd like to treat yourself to a Dream Blanket kit, you'll receive the following materials with your kit:
- Detailed job description
- 20 Balls of Yarn and Colors Happy in the color of your choice
- Leather Label with the Dream Blanket logo
Stitches Used
chain stitch l. = chain stitch
v. = single crochet
hv. = slip stitch
hst. = half double crochet stk. = double crochet
dstk. = treble crochet
Dream Blanket 1.0 Crochet Patterns
Crocheting a gauge swatch
Always start with a gauge swatch! For us, a gauge swatch of single crochets measures: 12 sts x 14 rows = 10 x 10 cm (crocheted with a 6 mm Crochet Hook). If your sample differs significantly from this, try using a thinner Crochet Hook if the sample is too large, or a thicker Crochet Hook if it’s too small.
Watch the introductory video for the Dream Blanket CAL here.
Week 1 - Introductory Lesson
We’ll start with the chain stitch and crocheting the chain stitches. The beginning of your Dream Blanket! Are you a beginner who still needs to master the stitch? Practice a few times first before you start your Dream Blanket. It’s always a good idea to make a Gauge swatch and try out the stitches on it first, so you can be sure they’ll look great on your Dream Blanket.
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern Here - Introduction
Week 2 - Crocheting Single Crochets and Slip Stitches
In the first few rounds of the CAL, we’ll start by crocheting single crochets. In the video, Tessa explains in great detail how to do this and tells you all about the slip stitch border. Along the way, she also shares some helpful “dream tips” about your crochet project, the gauge swatch, and counting stitches.
Download the Dream Blanket crochet pattern here—single crochet and slip stitch
Dimensions:
Since we get a lot of questions about the Blanket's dimensions, here's a quick summary:
Our blanket is 1.30 m wide and 1.70 m long. This measurement does not include the fringe, but it does include the finishing border. So after crocheting the chain of chain stitches, you may not end up with exactly this width. Also, everyone’s crochet style is different, and every blanket is unique—that’s what makes it special!
After crocheting the 18 rows of single crochet, your work will already have a fixed width—this does not include the finishing border! Later, we’ll also stretch the blanket, which will cause the size to change slightly.
Watch the video for Week 2 here.
Week 3 - Crocheting the Weave Stitch
In the third week of the CAL, we’ll be crocheting the weave stitch. This stitch is also known as the granite stitch and gives your crochet project a beautiful, woven-like texture. In the video, Tessa explains how to crochet the stitch so you can get back to working on your blanket.
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—weave stitch—here
Watch the video for Week 3 here.
Week 4 - Crocheting Half Double Crochets
In the fourth week of the CAL, we'll be crocheting half double crochets. This is a basic stitch that's often used in patterns. Tessa explains it clearly in the video, so get back to crocheting your Dream Blanket. Good luck!
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—half double crochets—here
Watch the video for Week 4 here.
Week 5 - Open half double crochets in pairs
In the fifth week of the CAL, we’ll be crocheting half double crochets in pairs. You already know how to crochet half double crochets, so we’re going to try something new with them. Watch the video carefully, and maybe make a gauge swatch first—then you’ll have no trouble at all. Good luck!
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—Half Double Crochets in Pairs—here
Watch the video for Week 5 here.
To crochet a half double crochet, follow these steps:
Yarn over—stitch—pull the yarn through—yarn over—pull the yarn through all 3 loops.
Week 6 - Crochet single crochet stitches alternately in the front and back loops
This week we’re back to single crochet, but this time we’ll alternate between the front and back loops. This alternating stitch creates a nice textured pattern and is another beautiful new addition to the Dream Blanket.
Download the Dream Blanket crochet pattern here—single crochet in alternating front and back loops
Watch the video for Week 6 here.
Week 7 - Double Crochets
Let's move on to a new stitch! This week, we're going to crochet the common double crochets. This stitch creates a looser texture, so we'll use a smaller Crochet Hook. Have fun crocheting!
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—double crochets—here
Watch the video for Week 7 here.
Week 8 - Staggered Double Crochet Clusters
In the eighth week of the CAL, we'll continue with staggered double crochets in clusters. This stitch creates an even and slightly more open pattern.
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern here—staggered double crochets clusters
PLEASE NOTE: Two small errors have crept into the video. You should end Row 122 with a cluster and a double crochet, as described in the pattern. In the video, a stitch is skipped, which is incorrect. The same goes for the last cluster in the video—it should simply be three double crochets in a cluster. Just keep following the pattern, and you’ll be fine!
Watch the video for Week 8 here.
Week 9 - Staggered Speckle Stitch
Some of you may have already spotted it: the speckled stitch! This week, we’re going to work with these cheerful little bumps, also known as the bobble stitch or bump stitch. Because the bumps are always staggered, we call it—in keeping with the Crochet Bible—the staggered speckled stitch.
PLEASE NOTE: In the video, Tessa mentions repeating row 139, but this should of course be row 138, as indicated in the patterns!
Download the Dream Blanket crochet pattern here—staggered speckled stitch
Watch the video for Week 9 here.
Week 10 - Moss Stitch
Wow, time flies! We're already in week 10. We're going to start working on the moss stitch, the second-to-last row of the Blanket. It's a fun stitch that produces a beautiful result!
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern - Moss Stitch here
Watch the video for Week 10 here.
Week 11 - Treble Crochets
It’s already the last row of the Dream Blanket. We’ll finish with double crochets. Then you’ll have learned every stitch and mastered crocheting. Good luck, and see you next week when we’ll finish the Blanket completely.
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—Double Crochet Stitches—here
Watch the video for Week 11 here.
Week 12 - Edges and Fringes
Wow, time has flown by! In Week 12, we’ll start working on finishing the Dream Blanket. For 12 weeks, we’ve enjoyed the pattern sections, your enthusiastic responses, and seeing so many beautiful Blankets come together. We’ll crochet the border to give the Blanket a nice finish.
Setting Up the Dream Blanket
To make the blanket nice and even, we’re going to stretch it out. Below, we describe the steps for stretching it out. The blanket can be stretched out either before or after crocheting the border.
Step 1: Lay the blanket on a smooth surface where you can stick pins into it. Carpet or rug is ideal, but a mattress or bed works just as well.
Step 2: Lay the blanket down and don't pull on the sides to straighten it out. The best way to smooth out the blanket is to rub it from the center toward the edges. Rub until your blanket is nice and smooth.
Step 3: Insert pins into the edge of the blanket and pin it to your work surface.
Step 4: Spray your blanket thoroughly with a plant sprayer and let it dry overnight. Et voilà, the blanket is ready. Enjoy the beautiful result!
Download the Dream Blanket Crochet Pattern—Border and Fringes—here
Watch the video for Week 12 here.
FAQ for Dream Blanket 1.0
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My chain of chain stitches is shorter than 130 cm. Is that correct?
That’s definitely possible! Never measure just your chain of single crochets; always crochet 2 rounds of single crochets onto it. This gives the chain a more defined shape and makes the length more reliable. The width of 130 cm is just a guideline. We’ve had the blankets crocheted by different Haaksters, and everyone’s measurements are different. Also, the 130 cm includes the border that you crochet around the edge last. So your blanket doesn’t have to be 130 cm wide yet! -
How many weekly jobs will there be?
That’s hard to say because everyone crochets differently! Our blankets are crocheted by different Haaksters and each one has a different size. So the length we list is just an estimate. On average, the strips range from 12 to 14 centimeters, not including the border. -
I'd like to make the Dream Blanket longer. What should I do?
Would you like to make your blanket longer? If so, the best way is to make the panels between the border strips longer by crocheting more rows. If you crochet the same number of extra rows for each panel, you’ll end up with a uniform blanket. We recommend leaving the border strip as is. Please note: If you crochet more rows than we specify, you may need more yarn. -
How do I make the Dream Blanket wider or narrower?
It is certainly possible to make the Dream Blanket larger or smaller. The number of chain stitches you start with must be divisible by 3 + 1. We have 147 chain stitches + 1 chain stitch = 148 chain stitches. -
Will the Dream Blanket patterns remain available online?
Yes, the patterns will always be available online, so if you want to start working on the Dream Blanket later, you can. -
Which side of the job am I on?
Crochet all even rows on the back side and all odd rows on the front side.
Dream Blanket 1.0 is now also available as a baby blanket
Big news! Or actually, “small” news: Dream Blanket 1.0 is now also available in a baby blanket size. Using the same stitches and the lovely Yarn and Colors Joy yarn, you can make this cute little blanket that your little one can drift off to sleep under. Choose between a cradle blanket or a crib blanket size. The Baby Dream Blanket Crochet Kit is available in no fewer than 16 shades. Which color will you choose?
Have you started working on Dream Blanket 1.0? If so, let us know on Facebook or Instagram by sharing a photo of the blanket with #yarnplaza and #dreamblanket. :) We’d love to see it! We hope you have lots of fun crocheting. :) - Team Yarnplaza
