Roundup: 12 Free Crochet Patterns for Child-Sized Blankets

Roundup: 12 free crochet patterns for child-sized blankets, curated by Underground Crafter | Whether you're looking for a back-to-school project, holiday gift, or a centerpiece for a room makeover, one of these child-sized blankets will do the trick! If you don't have any children on your list, these all make great throws for sitting under while watching tv, too.On Fridays, I share a link blast on Twitter and Facebook to get you excited about crocheting all weekend! In keeping with the #FlashbackFriday meme, I’m sharing patterns that were first released at least 12 months ago.

Whether you’re looking for a back-to-school project, holiday gift, or a centerpiece for a room makeover, one of these 12 free crochet patterns for child-sized blankets will do the trick! If you don’t have any children on your list, these all make great throws for sitting under while watching tv, too.

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Roundup: 12 free crochet patterns for child-sized blankets, curated by Underground Crafter | Whether you're looking for a back-to-school project, holiday gift, or a centerpiece for a room makeover, one of these child-sized blankets will do the trick! If you don't have any children on your list, these all make great throws for sitting under while watching tv, too.It’s a School Night Night Child’s Blanket (photo 8), free crochet pattern by @UCrafter (that’s me!): This striped blanket in Lion Brand Heartland is sized for donation to @ProjectNightx2, a charity that provides comfort packages to homeless children.

It's a School Night Night Child's Blanket, free crochet pattern by Marie Segares/Underground Crafter | Crochet an easy child's blanket to donate to Project Night Night, or to use at home. #charityShop for Lion Brand Heartland at your favorite retailer!

LeisureArts | Craftsy | Jo-Ann | Michaels | Amazon

It’s Great to Be a Grenadier Slanted Shell Afghan (photo 11), free crochet pattern by Eye Love Knots: This blanket is great for sharing your school spirit and can be easily customized with team colors.

Ombre Arrows Afghan (photo 10), free crochet pattern by @mooglyblog: This pattern in Red Heart with Love is available in 5 sizes and includes a link to a video tutorial to demonstrate the stitch pattern.

Shop for Red Heart with Love at your favorite retailer!

Red Heart | Jo-Ann | Amazon

Quick and Easy Chunky V-Stitch Afghan (photo 9), free crochet pattern by @RepeatCrafterMe: This striped lapghan uses 8 colors and is made with the classic v-stitch pattern.

Lacy Trellis Blanket (photo 7), free crochet pattern by Tw-in Stitches: This striped, lacy blanket is made with 6 skeins of Red Heart Super Saver and uses the double knot method (with link to video tutorial) so you won’t need to weave in ends.

Shop for Red Heart Super Saver at your favorite retailer!

Red Heart | Jo-Ann | Michaels | Amazon

Circle Dance Afghan (photo 6), free crochet pattern by Pink Mambo: This blanket is made using six sizes of circle-within-a square block patterns. Read my interview with Carolyn from Pink Mambo and see a roundup of her patterns in this post.

Ogunquit Granny (photo 5), free crochet pattern by @anastaciaknits: This three-quarter granny square blanket is a great twist on the granny square that’s crocheted flat in rows. Read my interview with Anastacia and see a roundup of her patterns in this post.

Mile a Minute Celtic Weave Afghan (photo 3), free crochet pattern by @MeladoraCrochet: This blanket is crocheted in joined strips and includes video and photo tutorials.

The Elise (photo 4), free crochet pattern by @RescuedPaw: This bold and bright striped blanket in Loops & Threads Impeccable is a great gift for a special girl.

Fall Striped Afghan (photo 2), free crochet pattern by @crochetncrafts: This easy striped pattern is very beginner-friendly. Read my interview with Helena from CrochetN’Crafts and see a roundup of her patterns in this post.

Ruffle Blanket (photo 1), free crochet pattern by Mamachee: This textured blanket looks beautiful in one solid color yarn.

The Big Boy’s Blanket (photo 12), free crochet pattern by Free Crochet Patterns & Designs: This giant granny square blanket can be adjusted to your custom size.

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