With a simple one-row repeat, easy stitches, and an easy-to-remember rhythm of 10 stitches and 10 rows, the Winter Snowdrift Crochet Blanket is much easier to make than its richly textured appearance might suggest.
A Quick-Working Cozy Blanket
There is something especially satisfying about working a blanket in bulky yarn. The Winter Snowdrift Blanket uses #5 yarn, so each row adds noticeable progress to your project. Combined with the simple one-row repeat, this makes the blanket a wonderful choice when you want to crochet something generously sized without spending quite as long watching it grow.
Why You’ll Love the Winter Snowdrift Blanket
- Easy one-row repeat
- Simple stitches
- Easy 10-stitch/10-row rhythm
- Works up quickly with #5 bulky yarn
- Beautiful with solid or variegated yarn
- Nine sizes included
- Make it with or without the ribbed border
- Written instructions and helpful pattern notes
- Right- and left-handed video tutorials
Make It Your Size
The Winter Snowdrift Crochet Blanket is written in nine sizes, making it easy to choose the blanket that’s right for your project. Whether you’re making a small baby blanket, a cozy throw, or a generously sized bed blanket, you’ll find a size to fit your needs.
Each size is also written with the option to finish the blanket with or without the border, so you can choose the finished look and size that works best for you.
A Cozy Holiday Blanket—or an Everyday Favorite
The cream, burgundy, rose, and charcoal colors give the sample a beautiful winter and holiday feel, making it a lovely Christmas or holiday blanket. But don’t feel limited to the season! Choose a different color palette and the same textured design becomes a cozy everyday blanket for any time of year.
The sample colors would make a beautiful Christmas blanket, holiday throw, or cozy winter gift, while other color combinations can easily take this design beyond the holiday season.
Choosing Your Yarn and Colors
This blanket was designed using #5 bulky yarn, which gives the finished fabric a wonderfully cozy weight and helps the blanket grow quickly. The combination of solid and variegated colors creates beautiful movement across the textured rows.
Variegated yarn is especially fun to use with this pattern because the color changes within the yarn add another layer of visual interest to the broad color sections. You can follow the color changes shown in the sample or choose your own palette to make the blanket fit your home and style.
Although the sample has a cozy winter-inspired palette of cream, burgundy, rose, and charcoal, don’t feel limited to holiday colors. Try blues and creams for a snowy winter look, greens and neutrals for a woodland feel, or completely different colors for a blanket you can enjoy year-round.
If you can count to 10, you can crochet this cozy winter blanket!
The Easy 10-10 Rhythm
The Winter Snowdrift Blanket is built around a simple rhythm that makes the pattern easy to remember. Each row is worked in groups of 10 stitches—10 front post half double crochet stitches followed by 10 double crochet stitches. Continue this sequence across the row, then repeat the same row throughout the blanket.
The color changes are just as simple: change to a new color every 10 rows.
10 stitches,10 stitches, and 10 rows. Repeat.
Once you get into the rhythm, this blanket becomes a relaxing, repetitive project that’s easy to pick up and work on whenever you have a little time.
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Directions: Winter Snowdrift Crochet Blanket
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Crocheter
Gauge
Approximately 10 stitches and 8 rows = 4 x 4 inches in pattern.
Sizes
- Baby Blanket: 32 X 40 inches without border, 34 X 42 with border.
- Small Blanket: 40 X 50 inches without border, 42 X 52 with border.
- Medium Throw: 48 X 55 inches without border, 50 X 57 with border.
- Large Throw (shown): 56 X 60 inches without border, 58 X 62 with border.
- X-Large Throw: 64 X 70 inches without border, 66 X 72 with border.
- Twin Blanket: 72 X 80 inches without border, 74 X 82 with border.
- Full Blanket: 80 X 90 inches without border, 82 X 92 with border.
- Queen Blanket: 88 X 100 inches without border, 90 X 102 with border.
- King Blanket: 104 X 100 inches without border, 106 X 102 with border.
To change the size, Work your starting chain using a multiple of 20 + 1 until you reach your desired width. Change the length by increasing or decreasing the rows by 10.
The crochet border will add approximately 1 inch to each side, or about 2 inches to both the width and length.
Materials
Premier Puzzle yarn #5 Bulky Yarn. Each skein contains 328 yards. This yarn is 100% acrylic. Machine wash on cold and tumble dry on low.
Yarn Colors
- A: Sudoku
- B: Checkers
- C: Jacks
- Baby Blanket: Total of 1,450 yards. Yarn Color A 2 skeins, Yarn Color B 2 skeins, Yarn Color C 2 skeins. Total of 6 skeins of yarn.
- Small Blanket: Total of 2,190 yards. Yarn Color A 3 skeins, Yarn Color B 3 skeins, Yarn Color C 3 skeins. Total of 9 skeins of yarn.
- Medium Throw: Total of 2,900 yards. Yarn Color A 4 skeins, Yarn Color B 3 skeins, Yarn Color C 3 skeins. Total of 10 skeins of yarn.
- Large Throw (shown): Total of 3,200 yards. Yarn Color A 4 skeins, Yarn Color B 3 skeins, Yarn Color C 3 skeins. Total of 10 skeins of yarn.
- X-Large Throw: Total of 4,800 yards. Yarn Color A 6 skeins, Yarn Color B 5 skeins, Yarn Color C 5 skeins. Total of 16 skeins of yarn.
- Twin Blanket: Total of 6,100 yards. Yarn Color A 8 skeins, Yarn Color B 6 skeins, Yarn Color C 6 skeins. Total of 20 skeins of yarn.
- Full Blanket: Total of 7,600 yards. Yarn Color A 9 skeins, Yarn Color B 6 skeins, Yarn Color C 6 skeins. Total of 21 skeins of yarn.
- Queen Blanket: Total of 9,200 yards. Yarn Color A 11 skeins, Yarn Color B 9 skeins, Yarn Color C 9 skeins. Total of 29 skeins of yarn.
- King Blanket: Total of 10,900 yards. Yarn Color A 13 skeins, Yarn Color B 11 skeins, Yarn Color C 11 skeins. Total of 35 skeins of yarn.
Size L Crochet Hook 8mm
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Stitch Marker
Measuring Tape
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Abbreviations
- BPDC = Back Post Double Crochet
- CH = Chain
- DC = Double Crochet
- FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet
- FPHDC = Front Post Half Double Crochet
- HDC = Half Double Crochet
- SK = Skip
- SP = Space
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- [ ] = Repeat Between
Pattern Notes
Written in US terms.
There is no designated right or wrong side to this blanket. The finished fabric looks similar on both sides.
The crochet border is optional for the pattern.
Links for Video Tutorials for the blanket are located after the written pattern.
Crochet Stitches
Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC)
Back post stitches are raised crochet stitches on the surface of the fabric facing away you.
Yarn over, insert the hook from back to front between the posts of the first and second double crochet of the row below. Then insert the hook from the front to the back between the posts of the second and third stitches. (The hook should now be positioned horizontally in front of the double crochet that you are working around).
Yarn over, pull the yarn around the post of the stitch. There should now be 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull the yarn through 2 loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over and pull the yarn through the last 2 loops on the hook.
Chain Stitch (CH)
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook. Leave about a 5-inch tail on the yarn. This will be woven in later.
Next snug up the yarn loop that is on the crochet hook; while it should be firm, it should also be loose enough to slide on the hook with ease.
Keeping the loop on the hook, insert the hook in the stitch, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front. Draw the yarn through the loop. (The first chain stitch is complete).
Double Crochet Stitch (DC)
Yarn over, insert the hook through both loops and pull up a loop. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)
Front post stitches are raised crochet stitches on the surface of the fabric facing you.
Yarn over, insert the hook from front to back between the posts of the first and second double crochet of the row below. Then insert the hook from the back to the front between the posts of the second and third stitches. (The hook should now be positioned horizontally behind the double crochet that you are working around).
Yarn over, pull the yarn around the post of the stitch. There should now be 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull the yarn through 2 loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over and pull the yarn through the last 2 loops on the hook.
Front Post Half Double Crochet (FPHDC)
Front post stitches are raised crochet stitches on the surface of the fabric facing you.
Yarn over, insert the hook from front to back between the posts of the first and second double crochet of the row below. Then insert the hook from the back to the front between the posts of the second and third stitches. (The hook should now be positioned horizontally behind the double crochet that you are working around).
Yarn over, pull the yarn around the post of the stitch. There should now be 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull the yarn through the loops on the hook.
Half Double Crochet (HDC)
Yarn over, insert the hook through both loops of the next stitch and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through all three loops on the hook. For height, this stitch is between the single crochet and double crochet.
Color Sequence
- Yarn Color A: Rows 1-10
- Yarn Color B: Rows 11-20
- Yarn Color C: Rows 21-30
Continue repeating the color sequence A, B, C working each color for 10 rows before changing yarn color.
Begin Pattern
Using Yarn Color A
Start with a Slip Knot. Place the slip knot on your crochet hook.
Begin Chain Stitches
Start with a chain using a stitch multiple of 20 + 1.
- Baby Blanket: 81 Chain Stitches.
- Small Blanket: 101 Chain Stitches.
- Medium Throw: 121 Chain Stitches.
- Large Throw (shown): 141 Chain Stitches.
- X-Large Throw: 161 Chain Stitches.
- Twin Blanket: 181 Chain Stitches.
- Full Blanket: 201 Chain Stitches.
- Queen Blanket: 221 Chain Stitches.
- King Blanket: 261 Chain Stitches.
Row 1
1 HDC in the 2nd CH from the hook, 1 HDC in the next 9 STs, 1 DC in the next 10 STs. [1 HDC in the next 10 STs, 1 DC in the next 10 STs]. Repeat across between [ ]. Turn
Row 2
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). SK the first DC, work 2 FPHDC around the post of the next DC. [SK the next ST, work 2 FPHDC around the post of the next DC]. Repeat between [ ] 3 more times. (you should have a total of 10 FPHDC). Work 1 DC in each ST over the next set of 10 STs. [(SK 1, work 2 FPHDC around the post of the next DC). Repeat between ( ) 4 more times for a total of 10 FPHDC. Work 1 DC in each ST over the next set of 10 STs]. Repeat across between [ ]. Turn
Rows 3 and Beyond
Repeat row 2
- Baby Blanket: 80 Rows.
- Small Blanket: 100 Rows.
- Medium Throw: 110 Rows.
- Large Throw (shown): 120 Rows.
- X-Large Throw: 140 Rows.
- Twin Blanket: 160 Rows.
- Full Blanket: 180 Rows.
- Queen Blanket: 200 Rows.
- King Blanket: 200 Rows.
Finishing
Use the tapestry needle to weave in the yarn tails on the back side of the work. I like to weave back and forth 3 to 5 times. Cut off the excess yarn.
Crochet Border
Round 1
Join Yarn Color A to any corner. CH 3 Counts as a DC. Work 1 DC evenly around the blanket, placing 3 DC in each corner. Along the sides, I worked approximately 3 DC every 2 rows, easing the stitches as needed to keep the edge flat. Join with a SL ST to the top CH of the first CH 3.
Round 2
CH 2 (Counts as a DC). Alternate 1 FPDC and 1 BPDC around each ST. Work 3 DC in each corner ST. Join with a SL ST to the top CH of the first CH 2.
Finishing
Use the tapestry needle to weave in the yarn tails on the back side of the work. I like to weave back and forth 3 to 5 times. Cut off the excess yarn.
YouTube Video Tutorials
Winter Snowdrift Crochet Blanket Right Hand Tutorial
Winter Snowdrift Crochet Blanket Left Hand Tutorial
A short video showing the alternating FPDC and BPDC stitches for the border and the 3 DC stitches in the corner.
We hope you enjoyed this lovely crochet pattern.
Vicky and Casey
You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.
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