Crochet One-Skein Lap Throw
The Crochet One-Skein Lap Throw is a quick and easy project that's perfect for those who want to create a cozy and comforting blanket without breaking the bank. This lap throw uses just one skein of yarn, making it a great way to use up a small stash or try out a new yarn without committing to a large project. The simple single-crochet stitch pattern makes it easy to work up quickly, and the soft, squishy texture is perfect for snuggling up on the couch or chair. Plus, it's a great way to add a personal touch to your home decor without taking up too much time or space.
Skill Level: Easy
- RED HEART® “Super Saver®” Jumbo: 1 Skein 0378 Claret.
- Crochet Hook: 8 mm [US L-11]
- Yarn needle
Lap Throw measures 32″ x 37″
GAUGE: 2 repeats (two cluster groups and two FPdc) = 3″; 4 rows = 3″ in pattern.
CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS:
CL (Cluster): [Yarn over and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops] twice all in specified stitch, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.
FPdc (front post double crochet): yarn over, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of indicated stitch and draw yarn through, [yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook] twice.
BPdc (back post double crochet): yarn over, insert hook from back to front to back around the post of indicated stitch and draw yarn through, [yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook] twice.
Ch 83.
Row 1 (Wrong Side): (CL, ch 2, CL) all in 5th ch from hook, skip next ch, dc in next ch, * skip next ch, (CL, ch 2, CL) all in next ch, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * across; turn – 20 cluster groups.
Row 2 (Right Side): Ch 3, (CL, ch 2, CL) all in next ch-2 space, * FPdc around next dc, (CL, ch 2, CL) all in next ch-2 space; repeat from * to last st; dc in top of beginning ch; turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, (CL, ch 2, CL) all in next ch-2 space, * BPdc around next st, (CL, ch 2, CL) all in next ch-2 space; repeat from * to last st; dc in top of ch-3; turn.
Rows 4-49: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 twenty three (23) times.
Border
Rnd 1: Ch 1, work sc evenly around all 4 sides, working 3 sc in each corner; join with a slip st in first sc.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, working from LEFT TO RIGHT, sc in each sc around (Reverse sc); join. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS:
ch= chain; dc= double crochet;mm=millimeters;rnd=round;
sc= single crochet;st(s)= stitch(es);yo= yarn over;
*= repeat whatever follows the * as indicated;[]
= work directions in brackets the number of times specified
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