Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Blanket Pattern
The Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Blanket Pattern with shell edging is an excellent project for both experienced crocheters and beginners alike. All you need to know is how to make single crochet and double crochet stitches to achieve this rich textured crochet stitch.
Materials
- 1400 yrds Red Heart Yarn - Light Sage
- 100 yrds Red Heart Yarn - White
- 5 mm hook
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US terms)
- Chains - ch
- Single crochet - sc
- Double crochet - dc
Notes
- Yarn Type: I made the lemon peel stitch crochet blanket with worsted weight yarn, feel free to use worsted weight as well or you can try changing the yarn weight if you'd like. This is a stitch that looks great with almost any yarn!
- Double Stranding (If you want): Double stranding the yarn is an easy and cost-effective alternative to chunky yarn if you want a chunky look without the higher price. This is also a great way to complete larger blankets faster, just go up a few hook sizes.
- Dimensions: The dimensions of the crochet blanket are roughly 36x36 inches. If your blanket is a bit smaller, just add more chains at the beginning. If you want to change the blanket size entirely, feel free! The pattern is extremely versatile and can be adjusted for any blanket size just make sure you crochet an odd amount for the chain.
Instructions
For the main part of the lemon peel crochet blanket, we will be working in rows.
- Ch x121.
- Row 1: Starting in the second chain from the hook make a sc. Then a dc in the next stitch. The lemon peel crochet stitch is made alternating single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc) stitches.
- Repeat alternating the stitches for the rest of the row. The last stitch should be a dc. Then ch x1 and turn.
- Row 2-108: Sc over the dc, and then a dc over the sc. You will repeat this for the rest of the row. Then ch x1 and turn.
- You should always have a sc over the last rows dc and vice versa.
- After the last row, fasten off the yarn and weave in the tails.
Crochet Shell Edging:
- Join the white yarn to anywhere on the edge of the crochet baby blanket.
- *Skip a stitch, dc x5 into the next stitch, skip a stitch, and make a sc in the following.
- Repeat from * for the rest of the crochet blanket edge.
- Slip stitch to where you joined the yarn. Fasten off and weave in any ends.
- And now you have a complete crochet lemon stitch baby blanket.
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