Crochet Cloud Blanket Pattern

Crochet Cloud Blanket in Hayfield Spirit Chunky

What is Being Made

This project creates a square crochet blanket measuring approximately 121 x 121 cm (47¾ x 47¾ inches). The blanket is crafted as a single-size design using the Hayfield Spirit Chunky yarn in shade 408 Sundown, producing a substantial and cozy finished piece suitable for draping over furniture or use as a throw.

Yarn and Materials

The blanket requires 12 balls of Hayfield Spirit Chunky yarn, each ball weighing 100g. The yarn is worked with a 7.00 UK size 2 crochet hook. The specified yarn and tension combination is designed to achieve the stated finished dimensions, though variations in personal tension will affect the final blanket size and yarn quantity needed.

Crochet Stitches and Techniques

This intermediate-level project employs several fundamental crochet stitches and techniques:

• Scallop Stitch – The primary stitch pattern used throughout the blanket, with 2 scallop repeats measuring 11 cm (4¼ inches) at the specified tension
• Treble Crochet (tr) – Used extensively to create the textured scallop formations and decorative elements
• Double Crochet (dc) – Worked into chain spaces to anchor and define the scallop pattern structure
• Chain Stitch (ch) – Forms the foundation spaces and connecting elements between stitch groups
• Slip Stitch (ss) – Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions between pattern repeats

Pattern Construction and Shaping

The blanket is constructed in multiple rounds, building outward from a center point. The pattern incorporates corner groups and chain spaces (5ch sps) that create the characteristic cloud-like scalloped edges. Each round builds upon the previous, with treble clusters (7tr scallops) alternating with double crochet stitches to form the repeating pattern. The instructions use UK crochet terminology throughout, with US equivalents provided in brackets for international crocheters.

Tension and Sizing Considerations

The pattern specifies a tension of 2 scallop repeats measuring 11 cm (4¼ inches) when worked with the 7.00 UK size 2 hook. The instructions emphasize that whilst achieving exact tension is not essential for project success, variations in how tightly you crochet will directly impact both the final blanket dimensions and the total amount of yarn consumed. Crocheters should swatch and measure their tension before beginning to ensure the desired finished size.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, this project assumes familiarity with basic crochet stitches and the ability to follow multi-round pattern instructions. The scallop stitch technique and the management of multiple stitch groups across expanding rounds make this suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond absolute beginner level.