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Home » Free Crochet Patterns » Rainbow Crochet Blanket Free Pattern

Rainbow Crochet Blanket Free Pattern

Updated March 7, 2021 by Krista Cagle Leave a Comment Advertiser Disclosure
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This crochet rainbow baby blanket is an easy beginner-friendly blanket while at the same time has the look of something that took much longer to make!

Scroll on down to find the free blanket pattern that would be perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or purchase the ready to print AD-FREE PDF in the shop.

This rainbow ripple design is worked up using a one-row repeat and is super simple to work up.

If you are ready to make your very own rainbow crochet blanket, then read on down to find the free baby blanket crochet pattern!

Bright Crochet Blankets Are Fun to Make

What do you think of the fun rainbow colors? This yarn reminds me of summer, unicorns, and all types of fun things.

I love the bright colors, and my kids love it too, so that was good enough for me to crochet up this colorful crochet blanket!

Three kids under ten who love warm, bright, fun colors. Who would have thought? 🙂 🌈

Crochet Rainbow Blanket

The Yarn That Is Perfect for This Rainbow Blanket

I used Red Heart Super Saver Stripes, so I could get the look of stripes without all the color changes and let’s not forget weaving in ends!

 

If rainbow stripes aren’t for you then no worries this yarn comes in some great color varieties so there is something you will love!

Check out all the choices on the Red Heart Yarns website or even on Amazon.

Just look at the picture below to see how smoothly the colors blend together! I can’t wait to see how your blanket turns out.

Crochet Rainbow Blanket

This Colorful Blanket Uses Only One Skein of Yarn

Guess what? This blanket only used one skein of yarn! Which makes it great for a small lap throw, baby blanket, or even as a photo prop.

It’s the perfect size for little ones, and my kids already claimed this one as their own since according to them, this blanket is super cool. 😂

The Stitches You’ll Need to Know for This Blanket

If you think this stitch looks complicated, then you are mistaken because it is beginner-friendly and works up fast! Promise. 🙂

This blanket is made up of entirely double crochets! If you need a refresher on how a double crochet stitch is worked up then click on over to my beginner tutorial.

Double Crochet Lessons:

  • Double Crochet Video Lesson
  • Double Crochet Written Lesson
Free Rainbow Cluster Crochet Blanket - Great for Beginners! www.easycrochet.com

You’ll Love How Fast This Blanket Works Up

I worked this up in less than a day by picking it up in between taking care of the kids, laundry, and house chores. If I can do it, so can you!

Also, if you’d like to make a different size, the directions are below on how to change the starting chain. Easy Peasy!

Find the free pattern below or purchase the AD-FREE PDF above which is ready to print.

Happy Crochet Blanket Making!

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Rainbow Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Easy

Materials

  • Size J 6.00 MM crochet hook
  • 276 Yards of Red Heart Super Saver Stripes Yarn or any medium weight 4 yarn.
  • 40 yards of white worsted weight (4) yarn
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors

Crochet Abbreviations

  • CH = Chain
  • ST = Stitch
  • DC = Double Crochet
  • SK = Skip
  • SC = Single Crochet

Gauge

  • 6 dc’s x 4 rows = 4”

Finished Size

  • Baby Blanket approx. 26″ high x 48″ wide

Notes

  • The pattern is written in Standard US terms.
  • Get the ready to print AD-FREE PDF in the shop

Pattern Steps

CH multiple of 12 +4 

FOUNDATION ROW:

CH 64. In the 2nd CH from the hook SC, SC in every CH across. (63)

ROW 1:

CH 3 (Counts as first DC), SK first ST, 1 DC in each of next 3 ST’s, *SK next 2 ST’s, 5 DC’s in next ST, CH 2, SK next 4 ST’s, 1 DC in each of next 5 ST’s, Repeat from * across ending last repeat with 1 DC in each of the last 4 ST’s, turn.

ROW 2:

CH 3 (counts as the first DC), SK 1 ST, 1 DC in each of next 3 ST’s, * SK CH 2 space and work 5 DC’s into 1st DC of cluster from row before, CH 2, SK the next 4 ST’s of the cluster, Work 1 DC into next 5 DC’s from previous row, repeat from * across ending last repeat with 1 DC in each of of the next 3 DC’s from the previous row, 1 DC in top of the turning CH, turn.

ROW 3- ?:

Repeat Row 2 until desired length of blanket. (25 rows were done for the example)

LAST ROW:

Row Ch 1, Sc in every ST across.

The Border

Attach the white yarn to your rainbow cluster blanket after the last row,  starting in first ST down the long side SC, make 74 SC’s evenly along the side next do 2 SC’s CH 1 2 SCs in the corner, continue working along bottom short side of blanket doing 61 SC’s until you reach the next corner, do 2 SC CH 1, 2 SC, continue working your way around the blanket in the same manner until you reach the last corner.

After working your way around the blanket fasten off your yarn and weave in the loose ends with a yarn needle.

Finishing

Weave in remaining loose ends with a yarn needle then block the blanket to straighten edges if desired. You can find a blocking board on Amazon or in your local craft store. I recommend blocking otherwise your blanket will not lay nicely. Learn more about blocking.

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Are you planning to make even more crochet blankets? Try out my easy blanket stitch pattern, Elise’s single crochet blanket or search the archives for more ideas.

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You finished the Rainbow Cluster Blanket! Did you like this simple pattern?

You may also like our free patterns for the Chevron Crochet Blanket, Charlotte Crochet Blanket and many more found in our crochet blanket section.

Filed Under: Baby Patterns, Crochet Baby Blankets, Crochet Blankets, Crochet Holiday, Free Crochet Patterns, St. Patrick's Day Tagged With: 2. Easy, 6 mm (J-10), Blue, Double Crochet, Green, Orange, Purple, Red, Red Heart, Single Crochet, Super Saver, Weight 4 - Medium

I hope you stop back again soon!

Krista

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  Pattern Details
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy
  • Yarn Brand: Red Heart
  • Yarn Name: Super Saver
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 - Medium
  • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10)
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet
  • Color: Blue, Green, Orange, Purple, Red
  • Category: Baby Patterns
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