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Wonder Crochet Blanket 2016 CAL – Rows 1-6

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This sampler blanket will be crocheted in panels and have a variety of textured stitches. This first section of the blanket pattern uses shells, double crochet and treble crochet stitches to give it interest. Learn more about this very special crochet-a-long over here, or scroll down to get to the free pattern.

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Hi Everyone! Welcome to the Wonder Crochet Blanket Crochet Along – Part One! I hope you are enjoying making your Wonder Crochet Blanket along with us as we bring you each part. If this is your first time stitching one of my awesome and fun filled crochet a longs, WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! Grab your supplies (if you haven’t already), your favorite snack and beverage, get comfy and start stitching up your blanket with me. Be sure to yell if you need help. I am here to guide you along the way. This is going to be lots of fun!! You can find more of my crochet a longs >>HERE<<

January 7, 2016 – Part One

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Wonder Blanket ~ Crochet Along

REQUIREMENTS

Terminology

  • US Terms

Level of Difficulty

  • Easy

Yarn

Hook and Notions

  • Hook Size: I (5.50mm)
  • Scissors
  • Blunt yarn needle

Measurement

  • Estimated Finished Size: (depending on your yarn choice and gauge) 52 inches wide and 60 inches long plus edging

Gauge

  • N/A

Abbreviations

  • Ch/chs = chain/chains
  • Hdc = half double crochet
  • Dc = double crochet
  • Sc = single crochet
  • Sp/sps = space/spaces
  • St/sts = stitch/stitches
  • Bb = back bump
  • Tr = treble crochet
  • Sk = skip
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Pattern Notes

  • For a clean foundation chain, crochet into the “back bumps” or horizontal bar of the chain
  • Chain 3 at beginning of rows counts as 1st dc
  • If you are in need of assistance check out this tutorial courtesy of my friend & fellow blogger Joanita Theron owner of Creative Crochet Workshop
  • Stitch Multiple: chain a multiple of 6 + 4 sts for the starting chain

Special Stitches

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Crochet With Mistie! ~ Part ONE

Instructions

COLORS: A – Off White; B – Wine

Working with Color B

Chain 166
Row 1 (Right Side): (I used Off White) dc in 3rd bb from hook (skip 2 ch count as 1 dc) and in 1 dc in each bb across. Turn [165]

Row 2: Chain 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch 1), skip 1 stitch, dc in next stitch, * chain 1, skip 1, dc in next stitch, * Repeat from * across. Turn [83 dc and 82 ch1sp]

Rows 3: (I used Wine) Chain 3 (counts as 1 dc), tr in the dc beneath the chain 1 space (the one you skipped in R1) * dc in next dc, tr in next skip dc of row 1, * Repeat from * across; ending with 1 dc in the top of the turning ch. Turn [165]

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Row 4: (I used Off White) Chain 1, sc in first stitch, * sc in the next stitch, skip next 2 stitches, shell in next stitch; skip next 2 stitches, ** Repeat across to the last 2 stitches, sc in each of the next 2 stitches; Repeat from * across. Turn [27 shells, 30 sc]

Row 5: (I used Wine) Chain 3 (counts as first dc), work 3 dc in first sc; * skip the next 2 dc and next tr, sc in the next tr; work 5 dc in next sc; ** Repeat from * across, ending last Repeat with work 3 dc in the sc; dc in the last sc. Turn [26 shells, 8dc, 27 sc]

Row 6: (I used Off White) Chain 2 (counts as 1 hdc), hdc in each sc and dc across. Turn [165]

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Comments

  1. Lucy Eadie says

    I was pretty much up to date on mine & then I lost the plot, so I undid the whole lot and started again, so before it happens again, I’m using a different colour on each row, is it necessary to turn when indicated.

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi Lucy,

      Yes, you should turn when indicated…there are some rows that state “do not turn”. Let me know if you need more help.

      Have a great day!
      Mistie

  2. Cathy says

    I’ve completed the row of shells and they are puffing out. Am I doing something wrong or is this part of the texture of the blanket?

  3. Robin Cooper says

    I am going to try this in a one solid color. I was given two Pound of Love in Bubble Gum. So far its looking pretty good. Is anyone else using only one color?

  5. Cheryl says

    I have a question on row 4. I changed colors through the last 2 loops of the previous row, then I turn and chained 1. I have 165 stitches on row 3. Do I start the first sc in the last dc of row 3? Counting forward, that might give me 3 stitches at the end instead of two. Should my end of row be shell, skip 2, sc, sc?

  6. Jessica GH says

    I was wondering if it’s possible to start with a double crochet chainless foundation of 165 instead of chaining 166 and double crocheting into the back bumps. Thanks!

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi,

      Thanks for stopping by. I’m really not sure what you are referring to. R1 doesn’t mention a skipped space – you are working in the Back Bump all the way across. Let me know if you have any more questions.

      Thanks,
      Admin

      • Mary Werner says

        Rows 3: (I used Wine) ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), tr in dc beneath the ch1sp (the one you skipped in R1) * dc in next dc, tr in next sk dc of r1, * across; 1 dc in the top of the turning ch. turn [165]

        I noticed this too, I think she means Row 3 directions. The R1 and the r1 should be R2

  8. Christina says

    I can’t tell from the picture but does the row of shells bubble out? Mine is bubbling put quite a bit.

    • Mistie Bush says

      Good morning Christina,

      Thanks for writing. My shells bubble out some as well. If they are bubbling a lot then it could be your tension.

      Have a lovely day,
      Mistie

  9. Elizabeth Kennedy says

    Love this idea! I’m going to use scraps to make mine. Looking forward to our year together!

    • Mistie Bush says

      Good morning Elizabeth,

      Thanks for joining the CAL. I look forward to seeing your work and crocheting together this year. 🙂

      Have a fantastic day,
      Mistie

  11. Helen says

    Hi this sounds like a lovely project …im in Australia do i use 8ply and 5.0 hook 12 balls !!!.thank you ..i am new to this but willing to give it a go …excited

  12. dee says

    How many colors are you going to use for the whole afghan.
    Only two?
    Total amount yards needed.
    I would like to use yarn from my stash.
    and need a ball park est.

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi Dee,

      I am using two colors to make my blanket. It’s really up to you on how many colors are used. You will need roughly 2900 yds. I hope this helps you out. 🙂

      Have a lovely day,
      Mistie

  14. mitzi trenz-christian says

    There appears to be two forum groups on Ravelry for us. One of them is called: “Colourful CAL’s/KAL’s & Projects Group” and the other is called “Crochet With Us!

    I’d really appreciate it if you’d let me know which is the “official” and/or correct group.

    Thanks.

    Mitzi

  15. Melanie says

    dc in 3rd bb from hook (sk 2 ch count as 1 dc) and in 1 dc in each bb across; turn [165]
    Are we skipping 2 chains or skipping 1 and chaining 2?

  16. Nancy Lovell says

    What will this look like? I need to know so I’ll have the correct yarn. We live way out in the country

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi Nancy,

      At this point you can see my six rows. The next six rows & image will be posted on the 21st. Hope this helps.

      Have a lovely evening,
      Mistie

  17. amy says

    Hi Mistie
    Will you be writing the entire pattern yourself or have you invited other designers to join you on this journey? Just wondering if all the sections will be free and will remain free throughout the year.

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi Amy,
      Several designers and I have teamed up to bring our fans this CAL. All sections will remain free on each of our blogs.

      Thanks,
      Mistie

      • amy says

        thank you for your quick response, Mistie. I do have one follow up question. Will the ‘sections’ of 6 rows be interchangeable. Example… If I am completely stumped by rows 61-66 and simply cannot proceed, can I replace rows 60-66 with rows 7-12? Or if I want my blanket to be 6 feet or 72 inches instead of 60 inches, could I repeat a few of my favourite sections at the end to increase the length? I know for square motifs, more could always be added, or a swapped out for another. Thanks again. Looking forward to starting this weekend. Solid colour for me, it’s going to be a wedding gift, so I want something neutral.

  18. Jacqueline says

    I am using a siz 5.5mm hook and a size 4 yarn but my finished width is 41″ after 2 rows!!! What am I doing wrong?

      • Jacqueline says

        Not working tight, I bought a UK Size 4 yarn and just been told I should have have bought a Size 6!!! So mine will be smaller, unless you can tell me the pattern repeat and I will adjust my width. Thank you

  20. Jackie says

    I have some questions that I didn’t answers to on the introduction page for this CAL. Could you let mek now if you could answer the below? Thank you.
    What is the overall size of the finished blanket?
    How many rows total will there be?
    Will they always be given in 6 row increments?

    • Mistie Bush says

      Hi Jackie,
      Estimated Finished Size: (depending on your yarn choice and gauge) 52 inches wide and 60 inches long plus edging. Yes, each post will include 6 rows. I hope that helps.

      Have a great day,
      Mistie