Last updated on June 17th, 2025 at 10:34 pm
I designed this Colorful Celtic Weave Crochet Blanket to be both eye-catching and cozy The kind of handmade piece you’ll reach for on chilly evenings or proudly gift to someone special.
There’s something magical about combining bold colors with rich texture in a crochet blanket — and the Celtic weave stitch does just that. With its raised texture and classic woven look, this blanket is the perfect blend of tradition and vibrant style.
What Does the Celtic Weave Stitch Look Like?
The Celtic weave stitch creates a bold, textured fabric with a raised, and woven appearance. Interlocking texture that looks almost braided or woven. The stitches are twisting and crossing over each other, almost like braided cables that you’d normally see in knitwear.
But done entirely with crochet using a stitch combination that creates raised twists and ridges that cross over one another.
The result is a thick, textured fabric that looks intricate but becomes surprisingly rhythmic once you get into the groove.
It’s perfect for showcasing solid or striped color patterns, as the texture stands out beautifully no matter what palette you choose.
Two Row Pattern Repeat
If you’ve never tried the Celtic weave stitch before, don’t worry. It might look complex, but once you get the hang of front and back post stitches, the pattern becomes rhythmic and meditative.
I’ve included a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial to guide you through the stitches. You can feel confident tackling this textured masterpiece. Even if you’re still building your crochet skills.
Lots of Yarn Options
This pattern was designed using a #3 lightweight yarn, which creates beautiful stitch definition while keeping the blanket soft and drapey.
However, the Celtic weave stitch also works well with a #4 medium weight yarn if you prefer a thicker, warmer result.
Just keep in mind that changing the yarn weight will affect the overall size, drape, and yardage required.
One of my favorite parts of this project was that I didn’t have to choose the color palette. The yarn cake I chose uses a mix of earthy and jewel-toned stripes to make the woven texture pop. If you prefer choosing your own different colors, it a great way to use up yarn in your stash too.
Whether you go for bold contrasts or soft neutrals, this stitch will make any color combo shine. This blanket also works beautifully as a striped throw, baby gift, or even a statement afghan for your sofa or bed.
Seven Blanket Sizes
We tried to make this pattern work for everyone — from tiny new arrivals to king-size beds. You’ll find seven blanket sizes, each with beginning chain counts, estimated yardage, and row counts to guide you.
Whether you’re making a sweet baby blanket, a cozy lapghan, or a luxurious king-size throw, you’ll find the details you need to get started.
The Child/Lapghan size is the one shown in the photos, but feel free to scale up or down to suit your needs.
This flexibility makes the pattern perfect for gifting, home decor, or simply curling up in your favorite handmade creation.
- Baby Blanket
- Child or Lapghan Blanket (shown)
- Throw Size Blanket
- Large Throw Blanket
- Twin Size Blanket
- Queen Size Blanket
- King Size Blanket
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Speaking from experience, this is a gorgeous project to make a snuggle under.
This free Celtic weave crochet blanket pattern is sure to become one of your favorite projects. I know I’ll be making it again in a different yarn weight and color combination.
Directions: Colorful Celtic Weave Crochet Blanket Pattern
Skill Level
Intermediate
Gauge
17 stitches and 7 rows every 4” X 4”.
Size
Child or Lapghan Blanket = 44” X 44” (shown)
To adjust the width of the blanket, simply start with a chain in a multiples of 4. To make the blanket longer or shorter, simply crochet for more or fewer rows. Below are seven suggested sizes.
- Baby Blanket = 30” X 30”
- Child or Lapghan Blanket = 44” X 44” (shown)
- Throw Size Blanket = 50” X 60”
- Large Throw Blanket = 60” X 72”
- Twin Size Blanket = 72” X 90”
- Queen Size Blanket = 90” X 100”
- King Size Blanket = 100” X 100”
Abbreviations
- BPTR = Back Post Treble Crochet
- CH = Chain
- DC = Double Crochet
- FPTR = Front Post Treble Crochet
- SK = Skip
- SP = Space
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- YO = Yarn Over
- [ ] = Repeat Between
Materials
Yarn. Lion Brand Mandala yarn cake. #3 weight yarn. 590 yards each skein. I used the color Moomba.
Size H Crochet Hook 5.0mm
- Baby Blanket = 30” X 30”, 1,400 yards, 3 skeins
- Child or Lapghan Blanket = 44” X 44” (shown), 2,950 yards, 5 skeins
- Throw Size Blanket = 50” X 60”, 4,560 yards, 8 skeins
- Large Throw Blanket = 60” X 72”, 6,600 yards, 12 skeins
- Twin Size Blanket = 72” X 90”, 9,850 yards, 16 skeins
- Queen Size Blanket = 90” X 100”, 13,700 yards, 24 skeins
- King Size Blanket = 100” X 100”, 15,200 yards, 26 skeins
If you are not able to find the yarn locally, you can find it online. Make sure to check out links for Lion Brand on our Savings Center page.
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Tapestry Needle
Pattern Notes
Written in US Terms.
The pattern is a two row repeat.
Turn at the end of each row.
Chain 3 at the beginning of rows counts as a double crochet.
Even numbered rows are the right side or front of your work. The odd numbered rows are the wrong side or back of your work.
If you change color, it is nice to change it every two rows. This way, you can carry the yarn up the edge of the project if adding a border.
You may choose to practice the pattern on a small swatch before beginning a larger project.
There are photo tutorials throughout the pattern and video tutorials after the written pattern.
Crochet Stitches Used
Chain Stitch (CH ST)
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 weaved 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. Yarn over again and draw the yarn through both loops that are currently on the hook. (The first chain stitch is complete).
Double Crochet (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 Treble Crochet Stitch (FPTR)
Yarn over hook twice, insert hook around the post of stitch from front to back to front. Yarn over and pull up a loop, you will have four loops on the hook. Next yarn over and pull through two loops. There will be three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops and yarn over for the last time and pull through the remaining two loops.
Back Post Treble Crochet Stitch (BPTR)
Yarn over hook twice, insert hook around the post of stitch from back to front to back. Yarn over and pull up a loop, you will have four loops on the hook. Next yarn over and pull through two loops. There will be three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops and yarn over for the last time and pull through the remaining two loops.
Begin
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook.
Crochet a Foundation Row
Begin your Celtic weave crochet with a multiple of 4 stitches.
- Baby Blanket = 128 stitches
- Child or Lapghan Blanket = 188 stitches (shown)
- Throw Size Blanket = 212 stitches
- Large Throw Blanket = 256 stitches
- Twin Size Blanket = 304 stitches
- Queen Size Blanket = 384 stitches
- King Size Blanket = 428 stitches
Row 1
DC in the 4th CH from the hook. DC in each ST across. Turn
Row 2
CH 3 (Counts as DC). [SK 2, FPTR around the next 2 ST posts from the previous row below. Then go back to the first skipped stitches and work a FPTR around the first skipped stitch post. Work a FPTR around the second skipped ST]. Repeat between [ ] across until 1 ST remains. DC in the last ST. Turn
Row 3
CH 3 (Counts as a DC). BPTR around the posts of the next 2 STS. [SK 2 STs, BPTR around the next 2 STs. Now go back to the first skipped ST and work a BPTR around the post. Work a BPTR around the second skipped ST]. Repeat between [ ] until there are 3 STs left. BPTR around the posts of the next 2 STs and DC in the last ST. Turn
Row 4
Repeat row 2
Row 5
Repeat row 3.
Row 6 and Beyond
Continue to repeat rows 2 and 3 until your desired length.
- Baby Blanket = 53 rows
- Child or Lapghan Blanket = 83 rows (shown)
- Throw Size Blanket = 105 rows
- Large Throw Blanket = 126 rows
- Twin Size Blanket = 158 rows
- Queen Size Blanket = 175 rows
- King Size Blanket = 175 rows
Finishing
After you work the last SC ST, cut off the yarn leaving about a 12-inch long tail. Pull the yarn tail through the last loop on the hook.
Thread the yarn needle with the yarn tails and weave them through the crochet stitches back and forth until the yarn feels secure. Snip off the excess yarn.
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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.