Warm And Cozy: Crafting A Crochet Blanket In Six Days

The 6-Day Kid Blanket is a popular crochet pattern by designer Betty McKnit. It's a viral sensation, with many crocheters adapting the pattern to create their own unique blankets. The pattern works from the centre outwards and can be made in various sizes, from baby blankets to throw-sized blankets. The original pattern creates a Vivid Chevron stripe, but it can be adapted to create different looks by changing colours on other rows. The pattern is suitable for crocheters of all levels of experience and can be downloaded for free from Betty McKnit's website.

The 6-Day Kid Blanket

Yarn and Colours

The amount of yarn required will depend on the size and weight of the yarn you are using. For a 40" baby blanket, you will need approximately 1200-1600 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 1000-1500 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn. For a 60" throw-sized blanket, you will need approximately 2000-2800 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 2400-2500 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn.

The blanket can be made with different colours of yarn to create different looks. The original pattern used seven colours of bulky weight (#5) yarn, with 170 yards of each colour. However, the pattern can be adapted to use any number of colours. Some popular colour combinations include Stylecraft Special DK in Teal, Sage, Duck Egg, and White, and Noro Tsubame yarn.

Hooks

The hook size will depend on the yarn you are using. It is recommended to use a slightly larger hook than you would normally use to avoid curling. For DK or #3 weight yarn, most crocheters use an H or 5 mm hook. For worsted or #4 weight yarn, a K or 6.5 mm hook is typically used. It is a good idea to make a swatch with your chosen yarn and hook to ensure that you are getting the desired results.

Tips and Tricks

• To prevent issues with the edges of the blanket curling, try chaining 4 at the beginning of the row instead of chaining 3.
• When working the last stitch of the row, insert the hook into the row below from back to front, instead of from front to back.
• If you are using cake yarn, you may want to purchase an extra cake so you can cut colours for the first few rows, as colour changes in the middle of a round will be more obvious.
• Use stitch markers to prevent extra stitches from being created when changing colours.
• To complete the blanket in six days, most crocheters will need to work 2-4 hours each day.

The 6-Day Star Blanket

The blanket can be made with virtually any yarn and can be striped in any number of ways. You can stop at 12 rounds for a smaller size, or continue with six repeating rounds to make the blanket as large as you like. The border is a simple reverse single crochet.

This pattern is not for complete beginners, as you will need to know how to chain, single crochet, and double crochet. However, there are plenty of resources online and elsewhere to learn these basics. You will also need to be able to follow written instructions and have a basic understanding of crochet terminology.

The pattern for the 6-Day Star Blanket is available as a digital download from Betty McKnit's website and Etsy store. It is recommended that you use a slightly larger hook than you might normally use to avoid curling. Most testers found that they needed to go up by 0.5 mm to 1 mm.

To complete the blanket in six days, you will need to work 2-4 hours each day, depending on your skill level, the yarn you are using, and the size of your blanket.

The 6-Day Snowflake Blanket

The pattern is suitable for crocheters of all levels of experience. It is easy enough for beginners, but still interesting and addictive for more seasoned crafters. The pattern is adaptable, and you can stop at 12 rounds for a small lovey-sized blanket or continue with six repeating rounds to make a larger blanket. The border is a simple reverse single crochet.

To make a 40" baby blanket, you will need approximately 1200 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 1000 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn. For a 60" throw-sized blanket, you will need approximately 2000 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 2400 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn. Most crocheters found that they needed a slightly larger hook than usual to avoid curling. For the #3 weight yarn, a 5mm hook was used, and for the worsted weight yarn, a 6.5mm hook was used.

The pattern for the 6-Day Snowflake Blanket is available as a digital download from Betty McKnit's website and Etsy store. It is also available as part of the ULTIMATE 6-Day Blanket Bundle, which includes six classic crochet patterns.

The 6-Day Man Blanket

Pattern Details:

Materials Required:

The amount of yarn required will depend on the size and weight of your chosen yarn. For a 40" baby blanket in DK or #3 weight yarn, you will need approximately 1200-1600 yards. For a larger 60" throw-sized blanket in the same yarn, you will need around 2000-2800 yards. If you opt for worsted or #4 weight yarn, a 40" baby blanket will require about 1000-1500 yards, while a 60" throw-sized blanket will need approximately 2400-2500 yards.

It is recommended to use a slightly larger hook than you would normally use to avoid curling. For #3 weight yarn, most crocheters found success with an H or 5 mm hook, while for worsted weight yarn, a K or 6.5 mm hook worked best.

Tips for Completing in Six Days:

To finish your blanket in six days, you will need to dedicate 2-4 hours each day to your project. On the first day, complete the Setup Rounds and the first repeat, and then aim to complete at least one repeat per day thereafter. Blankets with more than six pattern repeats will likely take longer than six days or require more daily crocheting time.

While this pattern is suitable for beginners, it is not a beginner pattern. You should already know how to chain, single crochet, and double crochet. There are plenty of online resources available to learn these basic stitches if you are a novice crocheter. Additionally, it is important to read and follow the pattern instructions carefully, and you can also find helpful tutorials on Betty McKnit's YouTube channel.

Where to Find the Pattern:

You can find the 6-Day Man Blanket pattern, along with other variations of the 6-Day Blanket, on Betty McKnit's website. The pattern is available as a digital download, and you can also purchase an ad-free .pdf copy.

So, are you ready to take on the 6-Day Man Blanket challenge? Get your yarn and hooks ready, and let's get started on this fun and addictive crochet project!

The 6-Day Sweetheart Blanket

The pattern is adaptable and suitable for crocheters of all levels of experience. It works from the centre outwards and forms a seven-pointed star shape. The pattern repeats the same six rounds, and you can stop at 12 rounds for a small blanket or continue repeating to make it larger. The border is a simple reverse single crochet.

The amount of yarn you will need depends on the size and weight of your chosen blanket. For a 40" baby blanket, you will need approximately 1200 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 1000 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn. For a 60" throw-sized blanket, you will need approximately 2000 yards of DK or #3 weight yarn, or 2400 yards of worsted or #4 weight yarn.

Most crocheters found that they needed a slightly larger hook than usual to avoid curling. For #3 weight yarn, a 5mm hook was used, and for worsted weight yarn, a 6.5mm hook was used.

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