Free Caron Woven Mosaic Crochet Blanket Pattern

Materials Needed & Measurements:

• Suggested Yarn: Caron Simply Soft or similar medium-weight (#4) yarn
• Yarn Measurements: 1,200-1,500 yards (depends on desired blanket size)
• Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9) crochet hook
• Pattern Measurements: Finished size: Approx. 50″ x 60″ (can be adjusted)
• Needle: Yarn needle (for weaving ends)
• Abbreviations:
  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • sk: skip
  • sp: space
  • st(s): stitch(es)
  • fsc: foundation single crochet
  • bl: back loop
  • fl: front loop

Special Stitches:

• Mosaic Crochet Stitch (alternating colors)
• Back Loop Only (BLO)
• Front Loop Only (FLO)

Stitching Instructions for Caron Woven Mosaic Crochet Blanket Pattern:

Row 1: Foundation Chain

• Begin by creating your foundation chain (fsc) with the desired width of your blanket. To make a blanket approximately 50 inches wide, use about 120-150 stitches. 

This measurement is based on using a medium-weight (#4) yarn such as Caron Simply Soft, and the exact number of stitches can be adjusted based on your tension and preferred size.

• The foundation chain must be a multiple of 2 for the mosaic stitch to work properly. If you adjust the width, make sure you maintain this multiple of 2 to keep the pattern’s symmetry.

Row 2: Single Crochet Row

• After completing your foundation chain, ch 1 and turn your work.
• Work a row of single crochet (sc) across your foundation chain, inserting your hook into the back loop only (bl). This step helps to build a textured base for the mosaic pattern to rest upon.
• When working into the back loop, you’ll only be inserting your hook into the loop furthest from you, leaving the loop closest to you untouched. 

This technique will give your blanket a raised, ridged texture which helps the mosaic design stand out.

• When you reach the end of the row, turn your work around, ready to begin the next row of mosaic crochet.

Row 3: Beginning Mosaic Pattern

• Ch 3 to begin the row. This counts as your first double crochet (dc) stitch.
• For the rest of the row, follow the mosaic crochet pattern by alternating colors as indicated by your design.
  • Skip the next stitch (sk) in the previous row.
  • In the following stitch, work a dc stitch in the back loop only (bl). This is where the color changes occur, so you’ll work each dc in the back loop, alternating colors as you go.
  • Repeat the sequence of skipping a stitch and working a dc in the back loop for the entire row.
• This creates a staggered, woven effect where the color blocks appear to “interlock” with one another.

Row 4: Front Loop Single Crochet

• Turn your work and ch 1 to start the new row.
• For this row, you will work 1 single crochet (sc) in each stitch across, but this time, insert your hook into the front loop only (fl) of each dc from the previous row. The front loop is the loop closest to you.
• By working into the front loop only, you’re creating the complementary effect of the mosaic pattern. The sc stitches help define the colorwork, while also enhancing the woven look.
• Continue this for the entire row. You should notice that the texture of the blanket is beginning to look more intricate with every alternating row.

Row 5 and Beyond: Continuing the Pattern

• After completing Row 4, turn your work. Repeat the steps for Row 3 and Row 4, alternating between mosaic crochet (dc in the back loop, skip one stitch) and the sc in the front loop.
• Be sure to follow your pattern for when to switch colors. Typically, the color change happens after every mosaic crochet row (Row 3), and the front loop single crochet row (Row 4) stays in the same color.
• Continue to repeat these rows, making sure you’re maintaining the stitch pattern. If you follow this alternating sequence of mosaic and single crochet rows, you will develop the woven appearance.

Final Row and Finishing

• Once you’ve reached the desired length for your blanket (approximately 60 inches), work your final row in single crochet (sc) across the entire row. 

This final row should be worked into the front loop only (fl) just like Row 4 to ensure a smooth transition.

• After finishing the last row, fasten off your yarn. Cut the yarn leaving a small tail to weave in later.
• Use a yarn needle to weave in any loose ends along the sides of your blanket. Weaving in the ends will ensure that the yarn doesn’t unravel over time and gives the blanket a clean finish.

Optional Border:

If you prefer to add a border, you can finish your blanket with a simple or decorative stitch pattern.

Example Border:

• Ch 1, then work single crochet (sc) around the entire edge of the blanket, making sure to work 3 sc stitches in the corners to keep them from curling.
• You can continue with another round of double crochet (dc) if you’d like to add a bit more texture around the edges.

Finishing Touches:

• Once your border is complete, fasten off and weave in any remaining yarn tails.
• Your Caron Woven Mosaic Crochet Blanket is now ready to use!

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