The Fitzwilliam Throw Blanket- A Free Crochet Pattern

So, I don’t know about you guys but I plan on staying home as much as possible this year and doing all my shopping online! I would much rather be cozied up under a squishy blanket instead of fighting the crowds to get my shopping done haha! I made the perfect blanket to do just that- The Fitzwilliam Throw Blanket!

The Fitzwilliam Throw Blanket is made with Lion Brand Cover Story yarn and Lion Brand Go For Faux Thick and Quick yarn! Both of these were the perfect combo to whip this up in record time. I think I worked on it on and off for only a few nights! 

You can find all the yarn you need at JOANN stores! They had a ton of Go For Faux Thick & Quick colors to choose from. I was so excited when I came across the color “Zebra” because it reminded me of my dog- Fitzwilliam! If you’re not a fan of animal prints they also have a bunch of solid colors too.

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Description:

This super cozy Lapghan style throw is the perfect blanket to snuggle up with on a chilly night. The faux fur stripes give it a fun unique look while adding to the coziness. Customize your own by changing out the color of the fur to match with any decor!

Materials:

 

Gauge:

5 Hdc by 4 rows= 4X4”

 

Finished Size:

38X48”

 

Notes:

  • Blanket is worked in rows from the bottom up.

  • Your St count will remain at 52 throughout pattern.

  • To switch yarns, work your St as normal, drop your working yarn before the last pull through, replace with new yarn and pull through to complete St.

  • Be sure to feel for your stitches when working with the fur yarn because seeing them can be difficult.

  • The Ch 2 with the fur yarn counts as 1 St.

  • The Ch 1 does not count as a St.

Video Tutorial- Find the full video tutorial on the Fitzwilliam Throw on my YouTube Channel!

 

Stitches and Abbreviations (US terms):

Fhdc- Foundation Half Double Crochet

Hdc- Half Double Crochet

Dc- Double Crochet

Ch- Chain

St- Stitch

Sl St- Slip Stitch

 

Pattern:

With blanket yarn-

Row 1: 52 Fhdc, turn. (52 Hdc)

Rows 2-5: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn.

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 6: Ch 2 (counts as 1 Dc), 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 7-11: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 12: Ch 2, 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 13-17: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 18: Ch 2, 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 19-28: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 29: Ch 2, 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 30-34: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 35: Ch 2, 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 36-40: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

Switch to fur yarn-

Row 41: Ch 2, 1 Dc in each St across, turn. (52 Dc)

Switch to blanket yarn-

Rows 42-46: Ch 1, 1 Hdc in each St across, turn. (52 Hdc)

When you finish row 46, do not tie off or turn. Work 2 more Hdc in the same space as your last St made, continue working Hdc Sts down the side of the blanket into the sides of the rows. Note- It’s helpful to tie a knot in the tails of the blanket and fur yarn to help secure. You can then crochet directly over the blanket yarn instead of having to weave in ends. When you reach the second corner work 3 Hdc into same Sp, work 1 Hdc in each St along the bottom of the blanket. Work 3 Hdc into the 3rd corner. Then, work Hdc Sts evenly up the side of the blanket. Work 3 Hdc into the last corner. Work 1 Hdc in each St along the top of the blanket. Sl St to join in the first Hdc of the beginning corner. Tie off. Weave in remaining fur yarn.

fitzwilliam throw blanket

If you loved The Fitzwilliam Throw blanket pattern be sure to check out some of my other blanket patterns too! 

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Rachel Misner

2 COMMENTS

  1. Emily Grinfeld | 4th Dec 20

    Rachel, I like your blanket because it’s so cozy! It’s great for chilly days!

  2. Emily Grinfeld | 4th Dec 20

    Happy crocheting Rachel!

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