Introducing the Seabreeze Basket Weave Blanket — a timeless and cozy design that puts a fresh spin on the classic basket weave stitch. This isn’t just any blanket: the Seabreeze features bold, oversized squares that create a striking, textured look while maintaining an effortlessly classic feel.
The simple border adds a clean, polished finish, making it a beautiful statement piece for any space. Whether you’re curled up on the couch with a good book or enjoying a cool evening outdoors, the Seabreeze Basket Weave Blanket will keep you warm and comfortable.
Crocheted with Mary Maxim Starlette yarn, this design offers the perfect combination of softness, warmth, and durability, making it a blanket you’ll reach for again and again.
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The pattern includes five sizes, and to make your project even easier, a full step-by-step video tutorial is available on YouTube to guide you from start to finish.
Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or exploring basket weave for the first time, the Seabreeze Basket Weave Blanket is a rewarding and relaxing project that you’ll be proud to make and share.
Basket Weave Blanket
The Basket Weave Blanket is the ultimate cozy crochet project, featuring the classic basket weave stitch that adds rich texture and warmth. If you’re looking for an easy crochet blanket pattern that looks intricate but is relaxing and beginner-friendly, this is it.
The basket weave stitch creates a thick, chunky fabric that’s perfect for curling up on the couch or adding a stylish touch to your home decor. While this stitch can use more yarn than others, the beautiful, high-end finish makes it well worth it.
You’ll be surprised at how quickly this bulky yarn crochet blanket works up. Whether you’re learning a new stitch or looking for your next weekend project, this basket weave crochet blanket is a must-make.
Yarn Requirments
Worsted Weight #4 Shown in Light Aqua
100% Ultra Soft Acrylic, 180yds/100g
See the size chart for yarn requirements.
Yarn Requirements & Size Chart
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Gauge
Square: 10 sts and 10 rows equal to 3″ wide x 4″ tall with 5.5mm crochet hook
Because this is a blanket, exact sizing isn’t critical unless you want to match the pattern’s yardage requirements closely. Slight variations in size are totally fine and won’t affect the overall look or function of the design.
That said, it’s still a good idea to create a gauge swatch before starting your project, especially if you’re substituting yarns. Starlette yarn is on the heavier side of most worsted weight #4 yarns, so keep in mind that yarn weight, fiber content, and even hook brand can affect your tension and finished size.
To check your gauge, crochet a flat swatch approximately 30 stitches wide. Measure the center of your swatch; you’re aiming for one square to measure about 3″ wide by 4″ tall.
If your stitches are too tight (making the blanket too small), try a larger hook. If your stitches are too loose (making it too large), try a smaller hook. You can also fine-tune the height of your stitches by adjusting your tension, pulling up for longer stitches or tightening slightly for shorter ones.
Want to make a different size? No problem! Just adjust your starting chain in multiples of 20, and crochet as many rows as needed for your desired blanket length.
I’ve also included some yarn recommendations that work well as alternatives to Starlette, so you can customize your project to suit your favourite fibres or what you have on hand.
Suitable Yarn Substitutes for Starlette
Crochet Hooks Required
Abbreviations
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Rep – Repeat
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Special Stitches
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc): Yo (Yarn Over), insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch; yo, pull up a loop; yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook; yo, pull through the remaining two loops on your hook.
Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc): Yo, insert your hook from back to front to back around the post of the next stitch; yo, pull up a loop; yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull through remaining two loops on your hoo
Seabreeze Basket Weave Blanket Video Tutorial
Watch the tutorial https://youtu.be/SGSimtdRLyo?si=P1hYVQSMkccf8nvN
Basket Weave Blanket Tutorial
In this video, we will guide you through each step of the pattern so you can create this stunning Basket Weave Blanket.
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Seabreeze Basket Weave Blanket Pattern
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Round 1 (RS):
With smaller hook, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in ch-2 sp (corner), 1 dc in blo of each sl st around blanket, at each ch-2 corner work 3 dc, sl st in third ch of ch-3 to join. *Pm in centre stitch at the corner if needed.
Round 2:
Ch 1, *1 fpdc around first st, (1 bpdc, 1 fpdc, 1 bpdc) next st (corner), *1 fpdc next st, 1 bpdc next st; rep from * around, at each corner, in the centre dc of the previous round follow the pattern by working either a (fpdc, bpdc, fpdc) or (bpdc, fpdc, bpdc) all around the same st, sl st in the first fpdc to join. Pm in the centre stitch at the corner if needed.
Round 3:
Ch 1, *1 fpdc around the first st, 1 bpdc next st, 1 (fpdc, 1 bpdc, 1 fpdc) next st (corner), *1 bpdc next st, 1 fpdc next st; rep from * around, at each corner, in the centre dc of the previous round follow the pattern by working either a (fpdc, bpdc, fpdc) or (bpdc, fpdc, bpdc) all around the same st, sl st in the first fpdc to join. Fasten off and weave in tails. Continue adding more rounds for a thicker border if desired.
Blocking – Optional
Wet the blanket in lukewarm water with a small amount of dish soap or woolwash. Allow soaking for around 25-30 min. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Wrap in a towel to press out the excess water. Lay blanket on blocking mats and pin to the measurements. Allow to dry thoroughly, and remove pins.
