Summer at the Beach- Free Crochet Pattern

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Introduction

Get ready for the ultimate summer essential with our Summer at the Beach Blanket. This must-have design showcases a stunning cabled stitch with a boho theme. The pattern offers two sizes: baby and throw size. This design is classified as intermediate due to the intricate stitch pattern. Basic knowledge of stitches like BPDC, FPDC, SL ST, and DC is required. The instructions are in English only and are written in Standard American Terms.

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Pattern Inspiration

Choosing Boho-inspired Colors!

When designing this blanket pattern, I wanted to feature the boho color scheme. Boho is a style that is known for its eclectic and free-spirited vibe, drawing inspiration from various cultures and eras. The boho color scheme typically includes earthy tones like terracotta, olive green, mustard yellow, and warm neutrals such as beige and cream. These colors come together to create a cozy and inviting aesthetic that is perfect for adding a touch of bohemian flair to any space. In this blanket pattern, you can expect to see a mix of these rich and vibrant colors that will evoke a sense of warmth and comfort. The intricate design will showcase geometric patterns, floral motifs, and perhaps even some tassels or fringe to enhance that boho look. Whether you're curling up with this blanket on a chilly evening or using it as a stylish throw for your couch, it's sure to bring a touch of bohemian charm to your home decor.

How to customize this Pattern

Our Summer at the Beach Crochet Blanket is available in two sizes: Baby and Throw. If you require a smaller blanket, keep in mind that the pattern is worked in multiples of 3 plus 2. The same principle applies if you want to create a larger blanket. Alternatively, if you prefer not to adjust the stitch count, consider using a larger or smaller hook size (5.5mm or 4mm). Experiment with a gauge swatch to determine your tension.

How to Style with your Home Decor

Are you in need of tips on how to add our Summer at the Beach Crochet Blanket boho theme to your home? Here's a few suggestions to help you bring that coastal vibe indoor

Color Pallette: Incorporate shades of blue, sandy beige, and seafoam green to mimic the colors of the ocean and beach.

Texture: Utilize natural materials like wicker, jute, and driftwood to enhance the boho feel of the space.

Accessories: Add seashells, coral motifs, and beach-inspired artwork to further enhance the coastal theme.

Lighting: Opt for soft, ambient lighting with woven or rattan lampshades to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Comfort: Layer the space with cushions, throws, and rugs in soft, natural fabrics to make it cozy and welcoming. By incorporating these elements into your home decor, you can easily bring the essence of our Summer at the Beach Crochet Blanket boho theme to life.

Yarn Requirements

Mary Mellow Spun Dk Weight Yarn #3

100% Acrylic, 284yds/100g

Colors Used: Buff, Dusty Peach, Soft Pink, Pink, Sand and Nutmeg.

Yarn Substitutions

Brava Sport Weight Yarn #4

100% Acrylic 340yrds/100g

WeCrochet's Brava Sport Weight yarn is a beautiful lightweight yarn that has a variety of colors. The color choices that they have will definitely make it hard to choose just one color. No worries this yarn is super affordable and it's Premium Acrylic! You can't beat that!

Mary Maxims Starlette

100% Ultra Soft Acrylic , 180yrds/100g

Mary Maxims Starlette Yarn is another great substitution! In our Winter Wonderland Christmas Collection we worked with their Starlette Sparkle line that was a great choice as well. It's such a soft yarn, it gets even softer when blocked. In another of our blanket patterns we used Starlette Yarn, without the Sparkle. You can find the Pattern Kit on their site here!

Materials

Blocking Pins

Blocking Mats

Weaving Needle

Stitch Marker

Steamer (Optional)

Garment Tags (Optional)

Measuring Tape

Scissors

Sizing

Baby,Throw - Buff (6, 6 Balls), Sand (2,2 Balls ), Soft Pink ( 2,2 Balls ), Pink ( 2,2 Balls ), Dusty Peach (2,2),Nutmeg ( 2,2)

This Blanket comes in 2 sizes. Baby and Throw.

Baby - 42" x 50"

Throw- 58"x 68

*This pattern consists of mul 3+2.*

*The number of rows and sts are listed with the smallest size first and the larger size second in parentheses*

Hook Requirements

Capricorn Streamline Zodiac Hook

Body: 5mm (H)

Pattern Gauge

Gauge is taken on (WS) of the blanket.

Count each section of 3.

4 (Sets of 3) and 13 rows = 4" with 5mm Hook.

Pattern construction

You will start crocheting the blanket from the bottom upwards. Use the 5 colors as displayed in the pictures, alternating between them. To separate each color section, use Buff or any other color of your preference. After finishing the blanket, block it to the specified measurements and add a lovely fringe along the top and bottom edges. If you want to customize the blanket, remember that this pattern requires a multiple of 3 plus 2 stitches.

ABbREVIATIONS

DC- Double Crochet

SC- Single Crochet

FPDC- Front Post Double Crochet

BPDC- Back Post Double Crochet

SC- SingleCrochet

SK- Skip

REP- Repeat

SSC- Stacked Single Crochet

Special Stitches

Stacked Single Crochet- Begin by making a regular single crochet. Insert your hook into the first bar of the stitch, then proceed to make another single crochet.

FPDC- This stitch is worked as follows: instead of working into the top 2 loops of the dc st, you will YO, insert your hook behind the dc, pull up a loop. YO pull up a loop pull through 2, yo pull through the remaining 2 loops on your hook.

BPDC- YO insert your hook over top of the dc st, pull up a loop YO pull up a loop pull through 2, yo pull through the remaining 2 loops on your hook.

Pattern begins

Listed below is the number of rows done for each color used in the pattern. Feel free to follow this or switch it up! The smallest size is listed first.

Buff (12,12) Color A

Dusty Peach (22,26) Color B

Buff (12,12) Color A

Nutmeg (20,22) Color C

Buff (12,12) Color A

Pink (20,22) Color D

Buff ( 12,12) Color A

Sand (20, 22) Color E

Buff ( 12,12) Color A

Soft Pink (20,26) Color F

Sand (12,12) Color E

Row 1 (RS)- With Color A, Ch (149,179) in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in bb (back bump) of the ch. Continue working 1 sc in the bb in each ch across. (148,178) turn.

Row 2 (WS)- Work a ssc in the very first st of the row. I dc in each st across. Work dc in the final st of the row. Turn.

Row 3- Work ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, work *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row 4- Work 1 ssc into the very first st. 1 dc in the next 2 sts. *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Row 5- Rep row 3 Turn.

Row 6- Rep row 4 Turn.

Rows 7-12 Rep rows 3&4 at the end of row 12 change to Color B.

Row 13- With Color B,Work ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts, work *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row 14- Work 1 ssc into the very first st. 1 dc in the next 2 sts. *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows 15-(34,38)- Rep Rows 13 &14 at the end of the row change to Color A.

Row (35,39)- With Color A, Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts, work *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (36,40)- Work 1 ssc into the very first st. 1 dc in the next 2 sts. *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (37-46) (41-50)- Rep Rows 35&36 (Baby),

39 &40 (Throw). Change to Color C.

Row (47,51) - Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, work *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (48,52)- Work 1 ssc into the very first st. 1 dc in the next 2 sts. *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (49-70) Baby (53- 78) Throw- Rep rows (47&48), (51&52). Change to Color A at the end of the row.

Row (71, 79)- Work 1 ssc in first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (72,80)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (73-84)Baby ( 81-92) Throw- Rep rows (71&72)(79&80) At the end of the row change to

Color D.

Row (85,93)-Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (86,94)-Work 1 ssc in th first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (87-106) Baby, (95-114) Throw- Rep rows (85&86), (93-94) At the end of row change to Color A.

Row (107,115)-Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (108,116)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (109-118) Baby,(117-126) Throw- Rep rows

(107 &108), (115 &116). At the end of your final row change to Color E.

Row (119,127)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (120,128) Work 1 ssc in the first st,1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (121-140)Baby ,(129-148) Throw- Rep rows (119 &120), (127&128). On the last row change to Color A.

Row (141,149)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (142, 150)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (143-154) Baby, (151-162) Throw- Rep Rows

(141&142) , (149&150). On your last row change to Color F.

Row (155,163)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts,*1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (156,164)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in next 2 sts, *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (157- 176) Baby, (165-188) Throw- Rep rows (155&156), (163&164). On last Row Change to

Color E.

Row (177,189)- Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, *1 fpdc into the next st, sk a st, work fpdc around the next st, work a fpdc around the dc you just sk. (You have now just twisted your dc sts) 1 dc in the next 3 sts, 1 fpdc, sk a st, 1 fpdc around the next dc, 1 fpdc around the sk st.* Rep from *to* across. End with a dc in the last st. Turn.

Row (178,190)-Work 1 ssc in the first st, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, *1 bpdc around the first fpdc from the previous row, 1 bpdc around the remaining 2 fpdc from the previous row. 1 dc in the next 3 dc sts from the previous row* Rep from *to*. End with a dc in final st. Turn.

Rows (179-188) Baby, (191- 202) Throw- Rep rows (177&178), (189&190). Once Last row is completed ch 1 turn. Work 1 sc in each st across. 148, 178 sts. Fasten off. Weave in all your ends.

BLOCKING

Take your blanket and soak in luke warm water for 25-30 min. Add a drop of dish soap or woolwash to your water. Once your blanket has soaked, you will ring out water as best you can with your hands. Use a towel and wrap your blanket up to rid the blanket of any acess water. Block to measurements. The next step will be to add the fringe. If you do not wish to add fringe, once your blanket is dry it's ready for gifting! If you wish to add the tassels follow the steps listed.

Fringe

Ensure that your blanket is blocked and dry before beginning the fringe. Start with Color A, cut a 14'' strand. The fringe should be inserted into every third stitch along the top and bottom edges of the blanket. Prepare 5 strands for each stitch. Once you have cut the required fringe length for the edges, start attaching them. Insert your crochet hook into the first single crochet along the edge. Fold the 5 strands in half and place them on the hook. Pull the strands through the stitch, then tie a knot using your thumb and pointer finger. Tighten the strands to secure them, resulting in 10 strands for each fringe. Repeat this process for the remaining stitches. After attaching the fringe, split the first set in half to create 5 strands. Knot these with 5 strands from the next set. Continue this pattern until all fringe is attached securely. Knot them at the same position for a neat appearance. Once all fringe is attached, steam and trim them evenly for a polished look.