The blanket shown in the image is a beautiful combination of textured stitches, open lattice sections, raised puff details, and colorful shell motifs. While the exact pattern cannot be determined from a photo alone, this tutorial recreates the same cheerful look using commonly known crochet techniques. The result is a vibrant sampler-style blanket perfect for adding color to any room.

Skill Level

Intermediate

The pattern combines several decorative stitch patterns, making it an enjoyable project for crocheters looking to expand their skills.

Finished Size

Approximately:

• Baby Blanket: 30 x 36 inches
• Throw: 50 x 60 inches
• Large Blanket: 60 x 72 inches

The pattern repeat allows easy customization.

Materials

• Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn (#4)

Suggested colors:

• Teal
• Coral
• Lavender
• Sage Green
• Golden Mustard
• Soft Mint

You’ll need approximately:

• 2200–3200 yards total

Other supplies:

• 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

Abbreviations

• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• tr – treble crochet
• sp – space
• sk – skip
• rep – repeat
• st – stitch
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side
• puff – puff stitch
• shell – shell stitch
• BLO – back loop only

Stitch Guide

Puff Stitch

Yarn over and insert hook into stitch.

Pull up a loop.

Repeat this process four times.

Yarn over and pull through all loops.

Chain 1 to close.

Shell Stitch

Work:

5 dc into the same stitch

Cluster Stitch

Work:

• 3 unfinished dc
• Yarn over and pull through all loops.

Decorative Arch

Chain 5

Skip stitches

Single crochet into next stitch.

Blanket Construction

The blanket is worked from the bottom upward.

Each decorative section uses a different stitch combination.

The rows build on one another to create a sampler appearance similar to the blanket shown.

Foundation Chain

Chain a multiple of 20 + 4

Example:

164 chains

Border Foundation

Rows 1–4

Work one dc in every chain.

Turn.

This creates a strong foundation.

Section One – Teal Textured Base

Rows 5–10

Alternate:

• FPdc
• BPdc

to create a raised woven texture.

Repeat across.

Section Two – Lavender Puff Columns

Change to lavender.

Row 11

Work:

• dc
• ch 1

across.

Row 12

Place one puff stitch in every chain space.

Separate puffs with one chain.

Rows 13–14

Repeat.

The blanket begins showing raised lavender bubbles.

Section Three – Coral Decorative Arches

Join coral yarn.

Row 15

Chain 5.

Skip two stitches.

Single crochet.

Repeat across.

Row 16

Into every arch work:

• 7 dc

forming large coral shells.

Rows 17–18

Continue building arches over shells.

Section Four – Teal Lattice

Switch back to teal.

Row 19

Chain 3.

Skip 3 stitches.

Single crochet.

Repeat.

Row 20

Work dc groups into every opening.

This forms the open lattice design visible in the photo.

Section Five – Sage Green Puff Fans

Join sage yarn.

Each fan contains:

• Puff
• ch2
• Puff

worked into every lattice opening.

These soft textured stitches resemble tiny leaves.

Repeat for four rows.

Section Six – Coral Mini Shells

Change to coral.

Work:

5 dc shell

Skip two stitches.

Repeat.

The coral shells provide a wonderful contrast against the green.

Section Seven – Lavender Cluster Row

Join lavender.

Work clusters separated by chain spaces.

This creates the delicate purple band.

Section Eight – Teal Decorative Mesh

Return to teal.

Alternate:

• dc
• ch1
• skip1

for several rows.

The mesh balances the heavier textured sections.

Repeat Pattern

Continue repeating Sections:

• Puff
• Shell
• Mesh
• Fan
• Cluster

until desired blanket length.

Each repeat measures approximately 7–8 inches.

Final Decorative Border

Round 1

Single crochet around entire blanket.

Place:

3 sc

in every corner.

Round 2

Half double crochet around.

Round 3

Shell Border

Work:

• skip2
• 5 dc
• skip2
• sc

Repeat around.

Round 4

Picot Edge

Chain 3.

Slip stitch into first chain.

Skip one stitch.

Repeat around.

Color Sequence

For a blanket inspired by the photo:

1. Teal
2. Lavender
3. Coral
4. Teal
5. Sage Green
6. Coral
7. Lavender
8. Teal

Repeat.

Alternative Color Palettes

Coastal Breeze

• Aqua
• White
• Navy
• Seafoam
• Sand

Spring Garden

• Pink
• Mint
• Lavender
• Butter Yellow
• White

Autumn Harvest

• Rust
• Mustard
• Olive
• Cream
• Chocolate

Jewel Tones

• Emerald
• Sapphire
• Plum
• Ruby
• Gold

Helpful Tips

• Keep your tension consistent when working puff stitches.
• Use stitch markers to identify the beginning of each decorative section.
• Block the finished blanket to open the lace sections and define the stitch texture.
• Weave in yarn ends after completing each color section to avoid a large finishing task.
• Cotton yarn provides excellent stitch definition, while acrylic creates a softer, warmer blanket.

Care Instructions

• Machine wash on a gentle cycle using cold water.
• Lay flat to dry for best results.
• Avoid bleach and high heat.
• Light steam blocking can refresh the blanket after washing.

Designer Notes

This colorful sampler blanket celebrates texture and creativity by combining puff stitches, shell motifs, decorative arches, mesh panels, and raised clusters into one eye-catching project. The repeating sections make it easy to personalize with your favorite color combinations, whether you prefer bright modern shades or soft pastels. The result is a richly textured blanket that is as enjoyable to crochet as it is to display, making it a wonderful heirloom gift or a cozy addition to your own home décor.