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Looking for a cozy, textured crochet blanket that works up quickly and looks stunning in any space? This Winterberry Blanket Crochet Pattern is the perfect beginner-friendly project using super bulky yarn and simple stitches.
Designed with the beautiful Offset Winterberry Stitch, this blanket creates rich texture and depth while remaining easy to follow. Whether you’re making a baby blanket, a throw, or a full-size afghan, this free crochet blanket pattern includes multiple sizes and a step-by-step video tutorial to guide you through every step.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS WINTERBERRY BLANKET
- Beginner-friendly crochet blanket pattern
- Uses simple stitches for a stunning textured finish
- Works up quickly with super bulky yarn
- Built-in border, no extra edging required
- Includes 5 sizes from baby to large afghan
- Step-by-step video tutorial included
Project Overview
The Winterberry Afghan features the beautiful Offset Winterberry Stitch, worked from the side across for rich texture and eye-catching depth.
This design includes a built-in border, so no additional edging is required. Each row begins and ends with a front loop-only single crochet, creating a subtle ridged frame as you crochet.
Worked in five versatile sizes, this blanket is beginner-friendly and uses only basic stitches to create a timeless, cozy heirloom. A step-by-step video tutorial is included to guide you through the stitch pattern and border construction with confidence.
Skill level: Beginner
Sizes: Baby (Toddler, Small, Medium, Large)
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky Weight 6
Yarn: Bernat Softee Chunky
Hook Sizes: 8 mm
Construction: Worked flat from the side across
Video Tutorial: https://youtu.be/dGh45Fj0Jis
Video Tutorial
Video Tutorial
Yarn
100% Acrylic, 100 g/108 yds
Shown in Forest
Yarn Substitutes
The sample uses Bernat Softee Chunky, a Super Bulky Weight 6 yarn with approximately 1.08 yds per gram (108 yds per 100 g).
When substituting, choose a Super Bulky yarn with a similar ratio, ideally 1.05–1.15 yds per gram, to maintain thickness and finished size. Always swatch and adjust hook size to meet gauge.
If needed, you may hold two strands of Worsted Weight (#4) yarn together to achieve a comparable super bulky thickness. Swatch and treat it as a new yarn when checking gauge.
- Premier Puzzle Chunky (CDN)– 100% Acrylic – 300 g / 328 yds – 1.09 yds per gram
- Loops & Threads Charisma – 100% Acrylic – 100 g / 109 yds – 1.09 yds per gram
- Lion Brand Hue + Me (CDN)– 80% Acrylic, 20% Wool – 125 g / 137 yds – 1.10 yds per gram
SIZES + YARDAGE
- Baby: 36 x 30 inches – 705 yards (7 balls)
- Toddler: 48 x 36 inches – 1125 yards (11 balls)
- Small: 56 x 44 inches – 1605 yards (15 balls)
- Medium: 62 x 48 inches – 1936 yards (18 balls)
- Large: 72 x 56 inches – 2625 yards (25 balls)
Crochet Hooks Needed
or the size needed to obtain gauge
Additional Supplies Needed
- Yarn Needle
- Stitch Markers
- Scissors
- Measuring Tape
- Personalized Tags
- Embroidery thread
Gauge
8 sts and 8 rows = 4″ in sc/tr pattern with 8 mm hook
Learn the Winterberry Stitch
Want to learn how to crochet the beautiful texture used in this Winterberry Blanket Crochet Pattern? The Winterberry stitch may look intricate, but it’s made with simple stitches and a repeating pattern that’s easy to master.
Follow along with our step-by-step tutorial to learn the stitch and build confidence before starting your blanket.
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Project Tips
- The afghan is worked flat from the side across in long rows using the Offset Winterberry Stitch.
- The first five rows and the final five rows form the side borders of the blanket.
- The first five stitches and last five stitches of every row form the top and bottom borders and are worked in single crochet in the front loop only.
- Place stitch markers in the first five stitches and the last five stitches of each row to clearly mark the border sections. This provides a visual cue to switch to front-loop-only single crochet and eliminates the need to count as you work.
- Check your stitch placement regularly to ensure the treble crochet stitches remain properly offset. Misplaced stitches can cause the textured pattern to shift.
- Maintain even tension and count your stitches at the end of each row to keep edges straight and borders consistent.
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Pattern
Baby (Toddler, Small, Medium, Large)
The pattern is written for the smallest size, with larger sizes shown in parentheses ( )
Blanket
Row 1 (RS):
Ch 76 (100, 116, 128, 148), 1 sc in the back bump of the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn— 75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1 (does not count as a st here and throughout), 1 sc in the flo of each st across, turn—75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Rows 3-5:
Rep row 2.
Row 6:
Ch 1, 1 sc in flo next 5 sts, pm in 5th st made to mark border, 1 sc in next st, *1 tr in next st, 1 sc in next st; rep from * across to last 5 sts, 1 sc in flo last 5 sts, pm in first of these 5 sts to mark border, turn—75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Row 7:
Ch 1, 1 sc in the flo next 5 sts, 1 sc in each st across to last 5 sts, 1 sc in the flo last 5 sts, turn— 75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Row 8:
Ch 1, 1 sc in the flo next 5 sts, 1 sc in first st 2 sts, *1 tr in next st, 1 sc in next st; rep from * across to last 6 sts, 1 sc next st, 1 sc in the flo last 5 sts, turn— 75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Row 9:
Ch 1, 1 sc in the flo next 5 sts, 1 sc in each st across to last 5 sts, 1 sc in the flo last 5 sts, turn— 75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Rows 10-55 (67, 83, 91, 107):
Rep rows 6-9, ending with a repeat of rows 6-7.
Row 56 (68, 84, 92, 108):
Ch 1, 1 sc in the flo of each st across, turn—75 (99, 115, 127, 147) sts.
Row 57 (69, 85, 93, 109) – 59 (71, 87, 95, 111):
Rep last row. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing
This blanket does not require traditional wet blocking. To shape, lightly mist and lay flat to finished measurements. Smooth the borders and pin if needed. Allow to dry completely.
For added structure, wash according to the yarn label instructions, then lay flat, reshape, and pin to prevent curling.
You may lightly steam to relax the borders. Hold the iron several inches above the fabric and do not allow it to touch the stitches. Acrylic fibres can melt or permanently flatten when exposed to high heat.
Do not stretch aggressively, as this may distort the textured stitch pattern.
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This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on March 19th, 2025.
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