The Cozy Calico Blanket reimagines patchwork quilting in crochet, using a clever half-square-triangle colorwork technique to blend vibrant hues with delicate puff-stitch lace.

This intermediate-level pattern is perfect for makers who want a satisfying project that looks complex but works up easily with a smart, approachable construction. The entire blanket is crocheted (no sewing machine required). With step-by-step instructions, photo tutorials, stitch charts, and video guidance, you’ll have everything you need to crochet this quilt-inspired blanket with confidence.

HOW THIS BLANKET IS MADE
In this quilt-inspired crochet blanket, classic half square triangles are crocheted with two colors in each round. Two sides are crocheted in one color before changing color on the second chain in the corner. The remaining two sides are crocheted with the new color before joining and turning at the end of the round.

In this way, there’s no need to fasten off your yarn between rounds or carry unused yarn behind your work. Simply change color every time you return to the yarn you dropped previously.

Originally featured in the Winter 2024 issue of Crochet World magazine under the name "A Crocheted Christmas Quilt."

Pattern is written in US crochet terms.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate

CONCENTRATION LEVEL
Fair Amount of Focus Required
Stitch pattern and colorwork may require fairly constant concentration for the first few squares you make.

STITCHES USED
Chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, V-stitches, puff stitches.

TECHNIQUES USED
Single crochet join; working in turned rounds; changing color in the middle of a round; sewing using invisible mattress stitch; reading long repeated sequences that use a combination of brackets and asterisks; ability to read crochet stitch charts not necessary but may help.

🧶 Materials, yardage, finished measurements, and gauge details are available on my website: https://jenniferolivarez.com/cozy-calico-blanket

PATTERN INCLUDES
• 16-page premium pattern pdf with professional full-color photographs.
• Linked Table of Contents for easy navigation.
• List of materials needed, including yarn details, colors, and quantities.
• List of abbreviations used, plus detailed instructions for special stitches.
• Clearly written instructions with stitch counts and photos of each completed round to help you stay on track.
• Photo tutorial focusing on first 2 rounds, with special emphasis on how to change colors in the middle of the round.
• Full stitch charts for small and large square motifs.
• Assembly diagram, detailed instructions, photos, and tips to guide layout, finishing, and assembly.
• Video tutorial will walk you through how to crochet the first 4 rounds, introducing you to the half-square-triangle colorwork technique and giving you a solid foundation for crocheting the squares used in this blanket. (QR code and URL link to access video provided in pattern.)
• Video tutorial will show you how to use the invisible mattress sewing technique to join motifs without a visible seam – especially useful when joining motifs that are different colors. (QR code and URL link to access video provided in pattern.)
• Pattern support. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the pattern. I’m always happy to help!