Sirdar Crochet Granny Square Blanket Pattern

Sirdar Crochet Granny Square Blanket in Jewelspun

What Is Being Made

This project creates a finished crochet blanket measuring approximately 83 cm wide by 113 cm long (32¾" x 44½"). The blanket is constructed from individual granny squares worked in the round and assembled together, making it an ideal beginner-friendly project that builds crochet skills through repetitive square construction.

Crochet Techniques Used

The blanket employs lace techniques combined with working in the round to create the classic granny square pattern. Squares are worked from the center outward in circular rounds, a fundamental technique for creating open, airy fabric structures. The design features squares with similar colours arranged along the diagonal lines, creating visual interest through strategic color placement rather than complex stitch variations. The blanket includes an edging finish to complete the perimeter.

Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations

• ch - chain stitch, the foundation stitch for beginning rounds
• tr - treble crochet, creating the taller stitches that form the lace openings
• dc - double crochet (US single crochet), used for structure and joining
• ss - slip stitch, used to join rounds and create seamless transitions

Materials Required

This project uses Sirdar Jewelspun Aran weight yarn, a soft, light aran-weight fiber designed to mimic the popular hand-spun look while remaining easy to care for. The yarn is available in six flattering shades. The recommended colors for this blanket are Yarn A in shade 707 Golden Feldspar and Yarn B in shade 694 Crystal Quartz, requiring 2 balls of each shade. Each ball contains 200g of yarn.

You will need one 5.00 mm crochet hook (UK size 6, USA size H/8) to work the squares at the specified tension.

Tension and Construction Details

The pattern specifies a tension of 10 cm (4 inches) over 4 rounds worked in the pattern stitch. Achieving the correct tension ensures your finished blanket measures the intended dimensions. After completing all squares and assembly, the blanket should be pinned out to the measurement given, covered with damp cloths, and left until dry to block and set the final shape and drape.

Pattern Information

This is Design No. 10144 from Sirdar, rated as a beginner crochet pattern. The design comes in one size and includes a crochet diagram showing the square construction with visual representations of chain stitches, treble crochets, and slip stitches. Sirdar, established in West Yorkshire in 1880, triple-checks every pattern to guarantee success when using the recommended Sirdar yarns.