Let’s make something modern and cozy for your space with this crochet pattern. The Modern Log Cabin Crochet Blanket Pattern offers an exceptional merger of tradition and modernity. This design utilizes the humble resources of Caron One Pound, along with your unique flair, to construct large, eye-catching panels. By cleverly integrating a variety of hues, you can produce a distinct crochet blanket appreciated by many. The best part? You have the liberty to adjust the size according to your preference. This comfortable yet bold-patterned blanket serves as an ideal gift for your father or any individual who cherishes the warmth and charm of this reinvented classic.
Materials
- Caron® One Pound™ (16 oz/453.6 g; 812 yds/742 m)
- Contrast A Aqua (10622) 1 ball
- Contrast B Soft Grey Mix (10616) 1 ball
- Contrast C Med Grey Mix (10617) 1 ball
- Contrast D Black (10503) 1 ball
- Size U.S. J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
Abbreviations
- Approx = Approximate(ly)
- Beg = Begin(ing)
- Ch = Chain(s)
- Cont = Continue(ity)
- Pat = Pattern
- Rem = Remain(ing)
- Rep = Repeat
- RS = Right side
- Sc = Single crochet
- Sl st = Slip stitch
- Sp = Space
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- WS = Wrong side
MEASUREMENTS
- Approx 56″ [142 cm] wide x 60″ [152.5 cm] long.
GAUGE
- 13 sts and 12 rows = 4″ [10 cm] in pat.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Beg Square With A, ch 98.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. *Ch 1. Skip next ch. 1 sc in next ch. Rep from * to end of the chain. Turn. 97 sts. - 2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *1 sc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Skip next sc. Rep from * to last 2 sts. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp. 1 sc in last sc. Turn.
- 3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in next ch-1 sp.Rep from * to last 2 sts. Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in last sc. Turn. Rep the last 2 rows for pat until the piece from beg measures 30″ [76 cm], ending on an RS row. Fasten off.
First Rectangle - With RS facing, join B with sl st to first rem loop of foundation ch of Beg Square at bottom left corner. Working in rem loops of foundation ch, proceed as follows:
- 1st row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first ch. *Ch 1.
- Skip next ch. 1 sc in next ch. Rep from * to end of the chain. Turn. 97 sts. With B, cont in pat as for Beg Square until the First Rectangle measures 10″ [25.5 cm], ending on a RS row. Fasten off.
Second Rectangle
Turn work 90 degrees clockwise. With RS facing, join C with sl st to the corner of the First Rectangle. Ch 1. 1 sc in the same sp as sl st. Working along
side edge, proceed as follows:
- 1st row: *Ch 1. Skip the next SC row.
- 1 sc in side of ch-1 sp of next row.
- Rep from * to the top corner of Beg
- Square. Turn. 153 sts.
- With C, cont in pat until the Second
- The rectangle measures 10″ [25.5 cm], ending on an RS row. Fasten off.
Third Rectangle
- Turn work 90 degrees counterclockwise. With RS facing, join D with sl st to the corner of the Second Rectangle.
- 1st row: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st. Work 37 sts in pat across the right side edge of the Second Rectangle. Work 97 sts in pat along the top of the First Rectangle. Turn. 135 sts. With D, cont in pat until Third. The rectangle measures 20″ [51 cm], ending on an RS row. Fasten off.
Fourth Rectangle
- Turn work 90 degrees clockwise. With RS facing, join B with sl st to the top right corner of the Third Rectangle. 1st row: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st. Work 73 sts in pat across the left side edge of the Third Rectangle. Work 153 sts in pat along the top of the Second Rectangle. Turn. 227 sts. With B, work in pat until the Fourth Rectangle measures 16″ [40.5 cm], ending on an RS row. Fasten off.