Granny Square Farm Blanket - Free Crochet Pattern and Crochet Along

Welcome to the Farm Blanket Crochet Along! Here in this post, you will find information about the crochet along as well as each week's assignment/free pattern for the week! 

Read all the information then scroll down to see what you will need to do for each week and for the link to the free patterns!

Yay! This is my third granny square blanket crochet along and I'm really excited about this one! You can either do a baby blanket or throw size blanket. I have pictured the baby size blanket.

Okay, so first thing is first.. if you want to purchase the whole pattern straight away, I have the PDF printable/downloadable on Ravelry that you can grab here. (Every sale helps me keep my blog going and helps support my family - thank you from the bottom of my heart!)

If you haven't read the details yet, you will want to click here to get the materials list and information about the crochet along.

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Farm Blanket Crochet Along Details

• This crochet along will run from January 27th through March 10th for a total of 7 weeks.
• I will release each part/assignment for the week on my blog for free every Sunday 9am (EST).
• I will announce on Facebook and through my email list when I release each assignment/pattern.
• Once the crochet along is over, everything will remain on my blog for free.
• Each week will be accompanied by a video tutorial along with the written pattern.
• Share your progress in my facebook group Maria's Yarn Friends or tag me on Instagram @mariasbluecrayon, I love seeing all your work - it's the best part of this crochet along! I look forward to seeing all of your creativity!
• If you have questions, you may post in the Maria's Yarn Friends facebook group or email me mariasbluecrayon@gmail.com

Assignments/Patterns for each week

Click any of the weeks below to find the patterns for that week.
Links will become available every Sunday 9am (EST) until the crochet is over on March 10th.

If you don't want to wait - you may purchase the entire pattern here on Ravelry!

Week #1 Horse
Week #2 Sheep
Week #3 Rooster
Week #4 Goat
Week #5 Pig
Week #6 Cow
Week #7 Joining & Border

Be sure to check back every week to keep up with the crochet along!

Crochet Horse Applique - Free Crochet Pattern

This crochet horse granny square is a part of my Farm Blanket Crochet Along.
Click here to see the main page of the crochet along.

For Week #1 of the CAL we will be making the following number of squares and appliques:
Baby size: 6 white granny square and 1 horse applique
Throw size: 12 white granny squares and 2 horse appliques

Find the patterns and video tutorials below.

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Horse Applique Crochet Pattern

Yarn Colors: Brown, Beige/Tan, Black
Hook: E/3.50mm hook
Other materials: 2 6mm safety eyes, tapestry needle, and scissors

Notes:
Beginning chain does not count as a stitch.

Abbreviations (US terms)
Ch = chain, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, sc3tog = single crochet 3 together (triple decrease) st = stitch(es)

Head
Using brown:
Round 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 10hdc in ring, join to first hdc
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in each st around, join to first hdc
Round 3: Ch 2, *2hdc, hdc in next st, repeat from * around, join to first hdc
Round 4: Ch 2, *2hdc, hdc in next 2 st, repeat from * around, join to first hdc
Do not fasten off, we will begin to make the first ear.
*Ch 1, sc in the next 3 st, turn
Ch 1, sc3tog
Fasten off.
Attach brown yarn 4 spaces away from the first ear made.
Repeat from * to make second ear
Fasten off and leave long tail for sewing onto granny square.

Snout
Using beige/tan:
Row 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 5 hdc in ring, tighten magic ring and turn
Row 2: Ch 2, 2hdc in each st, turn
Row 3: Ch 2, *2hdc, hdc in next st, repeat from * across
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing onto head.
Use tapestry needle and black yarn to sew on nostrils.
Use tapestry needle and yarn tail  of snout to sew onto head using the photo as a guide.

Stripe
Using off-white:
Row 1: Ch 3, sc in second ch from hook and across, turn
Row 2: Ch 1, sc across, turn
Repeat Row 2 until you have a total of 7 rows.
Fasten off and leave long tail for sewing.
Sew stripe on the horse head with tapestry needle using the photo as a guide.

Attach safety eyes using photo as a guide.
Add hair to the top of the head between the ears by cutting 6” pieces of yarn, folding them in half, use crochet hook to pull loop half way through stitch, pull yarn ends through loop and pull tight. Trim as necessary.

Sew horse onto white granny square.

Lean how to Sew on Appliques to your granny square here!

Granny Square Crochet Pattern

Use J/6.00mm hook

Chain 2 in beginning of round does not count as stitch

Abbreviations (US terms)
Ch = chain, dc = double crochet, hdc = half double crochet, st = stich(es)

Round 1: Magic ring, Ch 2, 10dc into magic ring, join to first dc
Round 2: Ch 2, 2dc into each st around, join to first dc
Round 3: Ch 2, *dc, hdc into next 2 st, dc, [2dc, ch 2, 2dc] all in one st, repeat from * , join to first dc (8 st per side)
Round 4: Ch 2, *dc until you get to the ch 2 space from previous row, [2dc, ch 2, 2dc] all in ch 2 space, repeat from * , dc in next 2 spaces until you get to the beginning of the round, join to first dc (12 st per side)
Round 5: Ch 2, *dc until you get to the ch 2 space from previous row, [2dc, ch 2, 2dc] all in chain 2 space, repeat from * , dc in next 4 spaces until you get to the beginning of the round, join to first dc (16 st per side)
Fasten off and weave in all ends.

The video for the granny square is the same as the Christmas square EXCEPT use a J/6.00mm hook and fasten off after the 5th row.

Best Free Crochet Patterns - In Stitches Link Up Party #28

There are lots of great winter crochet patterns in this week's round up of the best free crochet patterns! Keep warm and snuggle up with these free crochet project patterns.

The free crochet patterns don't end here - keep scrolling for more!

1. Hooded Cowl by Crochetpreneur

2. Scato Mittens by Joy of Motion Crochet

3. Pretty Poncho by Edyth Blayn

4. Onward and Upward Scrap Afghan by Crochet 365 Knit Too

5. Compass Pillow Cover by Briana K Designs

There are free crochet patterns being submitted every day by talented crochet bloggers designers at the very bottom! Check out your favorites and see who makes the top 5 next week!

Find even more free crochet patterns in past week's link up parties here!

Every other Monday, you will find a round up of the Top 5 Best Free Crochet Patterns! Plus, we (the hosts) will be sharing our own latest free crochet patterns on our blog. Throughout the week, links will be added so be sure to keep an eye on what others have to share as well!

If you are a crochet blogger that has free patterns to share, this is a great party for you to get your work out there! Simply follow the instructions below to 'link up' your free crochet patterns each week. If you are in the top 5 (most clicked patterns), your pattern will be shared and promoted by all of the crochet bloggers hosting this party! You can find more details below.

I am hosting this link up party right here on Maria's Blue Crayon, as well as on, Nicki's Handmade Crafts, Crochet Kim, Salty Pearl Crochet and The Unraveled Mitten. We are really excited to start this link up party and hope you join along!

Maria's Blue Crayon | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry | YouTube

Crochet Kim | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube | Ravelry

Nicki's Homemade Crafts | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Twitter | YouTube | Ravelry

Salty Pearl Crochet | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry

The Unraveled Mitten | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry

Be sure to check out our social media pages and follow us for more crochet patterns and inspiration!

These free crochet patterns are the newest from the hosts of the In Stitches Link Up Party! Be sure to subscribe and follow these bloggers to keep getting free crochet patterns!

• Sparkle Double Think Scarf by Crochet Kim
• Scarf Fur Muffs by Salty Pearl Crochet
• Triangle Scarf by Maria's Blue Crayon
• Herringbone Afghan Block by The Unraveled Mitten
• Suzette Crochet Hat by Nicki's Homemade Crafts

If you love a particular design, be sure to scroll up a bit and check out that designer's blog and their social medias for more free patterns!

Ready to join In Stitches - The Best Free Crochet Pattern Party?

Want to add your link? Please remember to link to your actual project URL and not your homepage URL, and use the name of your project or post, not your own name. Just click the blue “Add Link” button below!

Please visit at least one other link, you just might find a new favorite project! AND – your clicks are how we determine which projects to feature each week! Feel free to leave a comment at the pattern link to provide feedback and show support.

No Etsy stores, Facebook pages, giveaways, or other link parties. Just blog posts to your actual crochet patterns that are accessible for FREE!

If your project gets featured as a top link, please do not submit that same project to future parties. We want to party fair! :)

Now let's get this party started! Please remember that the links below are shown in random order and are not shown according to when they were submitted or how many votes they received so far.

An InLinkz Link-up

Farm Blanket Crochet Along - Materials List and Information

In this post, you will find all the information and materials list for the Farm Blanket Crochet Along! I'm so excited you're here and I can't wait to crochet along with you!

I know you may also have some questions about the crochet along, so I'll go through some of the important information. After reading, if you have additional questions, please ask in the Facebook group incase anyone else has the same question - or you can just email me! mariasbluecrayon@gmail.com

So first thing's first, is this Farm Blanket Crochet Along free or paid?

Like all of my other crochet alongs, the Farm Blanket will be a free crochet along! However, you will have the option to buy the compiled version of the blanket once the crochet along starts. That way, you will have everything at your finger tips (and technically finish the blanket as fast as you'd like!)

 

When will the Crochet Along start?

The Crochet Along for the Farm Blanket will begin Sunday January 27th and run until March 10th for a total of 7 weeks.

Can I substitute the yarn? (see materials list below)

Yes! I used I Love This Yarn! from Hobby Lobby, but I know it is not accessible to everyone so I have a few suggestions as far as yarn substitutions.

I Love This Yarn! is a worsted weight yarn, but I would say it's more on the thicker end as far as worsted weighted yarns go. The yarns I recommend as substituions are Red Heart Super Saver, Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, or Loops and Threads Impeccable (from Michael's).

Can I use DK yarn?

I know many people asked about using DK yarn a few years ago for the Christmas Granny Square Afghan. My suggestion to you is, if you use DK yarn you will either want to make your granny squares larger by one row (which can easily be done) or add a whole other row to the blanket.

What are the dimensions of the blanket?

There will be TWO size options for this blanket. I made a smaller baby/toddler sized blanket for my son but I was mindful that some may want a larger blanket for their sofa.

The baby size option is 35" x 49".

The throw size option is 63" x 49".

Crochet Farm Blanket Materials List

Baby Size Materials List
I Love This Yarn! (355 yards per skein) in the following colors/amounts:
1 skein Cranberry
2 skein Red
1 skein White
Small amounts of yarn in the following colors (for the appliques)
Black
Brown
Tan/Beige
Yellow
Light Pink
Dark Pink
Off White
Rouge (this is for the rooster, the color I used was from Loops and Threads Impeccable. I would describe it as a red clay color)
12 Safety Eyes 6mm (You can find a good priced pack of safety eyes here on Amazon.)

Hook sizes: J/6.00mm, H/5.00mm, F/3.75mm, E/3.5mm
Tapesty needle and Scissors

Throw Size Materials List

I Love This Yarn! (355 yards per skein) in the following colors/amounts:
2 skeins Cranberry
3 skein Red
1 skein White
Small amounts of yarn in the following colors (for the appliques)
Black
Brown
Tan/Beige
Yellow
Light Pink
Dark Pink
Off White
Rouge (this is for the rooster, the color I used was from Loops and Threads Impeccable. I would describe it as a red clay color)
24 Safety Eyes 6 mm (You can find a good priced pack of safety eyes here on Amazon.)

Hook sizes: J/6.00mm, H/5.00mm, F/3.75mm, E/3.5mm
Tapesty needle and Scissors

More Information

This blanket will consist of granny squares and appliques sewn on. If you are a newbie to joining and sewing on appliques, I have videos that will help you along the way! 

I will also have video tutorials along with the written patterns for each and every applique (as well as the granny square).

If you'd like to get weekly reminders when each part of the crochet along comes out (I know social media doesn't always do a good job of notifying everyone of new posts) you can sign up for my email list! I also send out an email each time I release a new pattern (you can unsubscribe at any time). Sign up here.

I will be releasing each part every Sunday 9am (EST).

Lastly, be sure to join the Maria's Yarn Friend Facebook group so you can share your progress, ask questions, and share anything yarn related!

Best Free Crochet Patterns - In Stitches Link Up Party Week #27

This week's round up of free crochet patterns offers some great small projects that you can work on! There are even a few that would make great stash busters!

Keep scrolling for more after you have looked through these wonderful free crochet patterns!

1. Sea Turtle Amigurumi by Loops and Love Crochet

2. Home For Christmas Stocking by Rich Textures Crochet

3. Amigurumi Hippo by Grace and Yarn

4. Baby Feet Blanket by Raidy's Crochet Corner

5. Crown Ear Warmer by Crochet For You Blog

There are free crochet patterns being submitted by more talented crochet designers at the very bottom! Check out your favorites!

Find even more free crochet patterns in past week's link up parties here!

Every other Monday, you will find a round up of the Top 5 Best Free Crochet Patterns! Plus, we (the hosts) will be sharing our own latest free crochet patterns on our blog. Throughout the week, links will be added so be sure to keep an eye on what others have to share as well!

If you are a crochet blogger that has free patterns to share, this is a great party for you to get your work out there! Simply follow the instructions below to 'link up' your free crochet patterns each week. If you are in the top 5 (most clicked patterns), your pattern will be shared and promoted by all of the crochet bloggers hosting this party! You can find more details below.

I am hosting this link up party right here on Maria's Blue Crayon, as well as on, Nicki's Handmade Crafts, Crochet Kim, Salty Pearl Crochet and The Unraveled Mitten. We are really excited to start this link up party and hope you join along!

Maria's Blue Crayon | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry | YouTube

Crochet Kim | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube | Ravelry

Nicki's Homemade Crafts | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Twitter | YouTube | Ravelry

Salty Pearl Crochet | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry

The Unraveled Mitten | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Ravelry

Be sure to check out our social media pages and follow us for more crochet patterns and inspiration!

These free crochet patterns are from the hosts of the Link Up Party. This week, we have a new contributor that I think you will love! Scroll to the bottom to see the patterns being submitted and vote for your favorites by clicking on them!

• Velvet Wheel Hat by Nicki's Homemade Crafts
• Sugar Sand Afghan Square by Salty Pearl Crochet
• Patchwork Throw by Crochet Kim
• Chunky Ear Warmer by Maria's Blue Crayon
• Double Waffle Stitch by The Unraveled Mitten

If you love a particular design, be sure to scroll up a bit and check out that designer's blog and their social medias for more free patterns!

Ready to join In Stitches - The Best Free Crochet Pattern Party?

Want to add your link? Please remember to link to your actual project URL and not your homepage URL, and use the name of your project or post, not your own name. Just click the blue “Add Link” button below!

Please visit at least one other link, you just might find a new favorite project! AND – your clicks are how we determine which projects to feature each week! Feel free to leave a comment at the pattern link to provide feedback and show support.

No Etsy stores, Facebook pages, giveaways, or other link parties. Just blog posts to your actual crochet patterns that are accessible for FREE!

If your project gets featured as a top link, please do not submit that same project to future parties. We want to party fair! :)

Now let's get this party started! Please remember that the links below are shown in random order and are not shown according to when they were submitted or how many votes they received so far.

An InLinkz Link-up

Crochet Triangle Scarf - Free Crochet Pattern

SCROLL DOWN FOR THE FREE CROCHET TRIANGLE SCARF PATTERN.

I've been sitting on this pattern for a while and I'm so happy to finally share it with you!

This triangle scarf (or shawl) was made for my mother in law this past holiday season. Since I gifted it, I made myself one because I loved it so much and so I could write up the pattern for it!

Initially, I wanted to crochet myself a triangle scarf with a different type of yarn. I was looking for an ombre or self striping yarn, but in the end I loved all the neutrals together so much so I stuck with those!

For this triangle scarf, I used a weight 3/DK yarn. I don't typically use weight 3 yarns because they don't come by often in the big box stores in the states. I found some yarn at Michael's and it looked promising, so I gave it a try!

I used Joy DK from Michael's and I really love it! It's soft, has a slight shine to it, doesn't split, and is nice to work with. Another plus is, it comes in beautiful colors! There are also some variegated colors as well.

For the stripes, I did not follow any sort of pattern. I just started to crochet with one color and switched out colors when it felt right to me. Below, I write out how many rows of each color and the order I crocheted them in. However, you can follow any kind of stripe pattern you'd like!

Crocheting this triangle scarf was pretty mindless once I got into it.  It's an easy two row repeat and although I have how many rows I crocheted, you can very well keep going and make it as large as you'd like!

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Free Crochet Triangle Scarf Pattern

Materials

Loops and Threads Joy DK (1 skein in each of the following colors: Cloud, Latte, Snow)

J/6.00mm hook

Tapestry needle/Scissors

Stitch markers (optional)

Pattern notes

Yarn used is categorized as weight 3/DK. You may substitute yarns as long as you follow gauge below.

Beginning chain 3 of each row will count as a stitch. Use stitch markers at the beginning of each row (on top of chain 3) to help identify that first stitch easily.

*Modified puff stitch (will be written as “puff st” in pattern): Insert hook in st, YO, pull up a loop 3 times all in same stitch, YO pull through all loops on hook

Each row will increase by 6 stitches not counting ch 2 spaces in the middle.

The following is the number or rows for each color I used to get the random striping:

11 rows Latte

7 rows Snow

5 rows Cloud

2 rows Snow

2 rows Latte

3 rows Snow

2 rows Latte

2 rows Cloud

2 rows Latte

1 row Snow

3 rows Cloud

1 row Latte

Dimensions: ~ 58” x 31”

Gauge: 4” x 4” ~ 13 st x 7 rows

Abbreviations (US terms):

Ch = chain, dc = double crochet, st = stitch(es), sk = skip, sp =space

Pattern

Row 1: Magic ring, Ch 3 (counts as st), 3dc, ch 2, 4dc all in magic ring. Tighten ring, turn your work

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as st), puff in same sp as ch 3 (see notes for how to make modified puff st), ch 1, sk 1, puff in next st, ch 1, sk 1, (2dc, ch 2, 2dc) in ch 2 sp from previous row, puff in next st, ch 1, sk 1, puff in next st, ch 1, dc in last st, turn

Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as st), dc in same sp as ch 3, dc in each st across until you reach ch 2 sp from previous row, (2dc, ch 2, 2dc) in ch 2 sp, dc in each remaining st, 2dc in last st, turn 

Note: You will have 10 double crochets on each side of the ch 2 space after completing Row 3. It may be easy to accidentally skip over the last stitch. Use stitch markers to mark the beginning chain 3 as necessary. Each side of the triangle will grow by 3 stitches after each row.

Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as st), puff in same st as ch 3, ch 1, sk 1, *puff in next st, ch 1, sk 1, repeat from * until ch 2 sp, (2dc, ch 2, 2dc) in ch 2 sp, *puff in next st, ch 1, sk 1, repeat from * until end of row, dc in last st, turn

Repeat Rows 3 and 4, changing colors as desired or by following the color sequence/number of rows in the pattern notes until you have a total of 41 rows or until your scarf/shawl is as large as you’d like it to be.