A pale green crochet blanket with lacy eyelet and floral details lays flat on a striped white bedspread. The blanket is folded twice in the top left corner.

First Bloom Blanket

crochet pattern | $5.00 USD

Worked in the round, this crochet blanket features elegant lace stitches that evoke the gentle awakening of spring. A delicate eyelet pattern, created with fans and simple decreases, forms a soft backdrop, while bands of flowers made with clusters add a decorative touch. Choose from seven sizes—from a lovey to a blanket large enough for a queen-sized bed. Each size is thoughtfully designed to end with a floral border, so no matter which size you choose, the result will be beautiful.

This is a mindful make with simple, repetitive stitches—engaging enough to hold your attention, but soothing enough for relaxed stitching. It’s the perfect companion for quiet mornings and a warm cup of your favorite brew.

How This Blanket Is Made

This blanket is worked in one piece in the round. Each size includes two stitch patterns: an eyelet stitch and a floral band. The eyelet stitch uses fans and simple decreases to create a lacy design. This 2-row repeat is worked 3 times for a staggered placement across the fabric. Flowers made with 3-double crochet clusters flanked by left clusters create the delicate floral bands. The two stitch patterns are repeated until the desired size is reached.

Pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Concentration Level
Some concentration required. Easily memorized stitch pattern might require some focus and counting.

Stitches Used
Chain(s), single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, fan, beginning double crochet cluster, double crochet cluster, left cluster, and double crochet 3 together.

Techniques Used
Working in the round, adjustable ring (aka magic ring), using stitches in place of chains to end a round (half double crochet join), ability to read a crochet stitch chart is not necessary but may help.

Finished Measurements (approximate sizes after blocking)
Lovey: 14.5 x 14.5 inches (37 x 37 cm)
Baby: 26.5 x 26.5 inches (67.5 x 67.5 cm)
Small: 38.5 x 38.5 inches (98 x 98 cm)
Medium: 50.5 x 50.5 inches (128.5 x 128.5 cm)
Large: 62.5 x 62.5 inches (159 x 159 cm)
X-Large: 74.5 x 74.5 inches (189 x 189 cm)
XX-Large: 86.5 x 86.5 inches (219.5 x 219.5 cm)

Super Fine (CYC #1) Weight Yarn/Size 3 Crochet Thread
Lovey: 165–185 yds (151–169 m)
Baby: 555–600 yds (507–549 m)
Small: 1110–1180 yds (1015–1079 m)
Medium: 1960–2030 yds (1792–1856 m)
Large: 3020–3100 yds (2761–2835 m)
X-Large: 4290–4390 yds (3923–4014 m)
XX-Large: 5820–5920 yds (5322–5413 m)

The sample shown here is the Medium size and was made with a H/8/5.00mm crochet hook and Lion Brand Basic Stitch medium (Aran) weight acrylic yarn (185 yds/169 m; 3.53 oz/100 g per skein) in the color #173A Sage. The project required 11 skeins of this yarn.

Suggested Yarn Substitutes
Sample was made with medium-weight acrylic, but feel free to substitute the medium-weight yarn of your choice. Wool and cotton would also be good options. Lighter or heavier weight yarns may also be used. A different weight yarn may require a different size hook, as well as more or less yarn than noted. Working with a thinner or thicker yarn may result in different gauge measurements, which will affect the Finished Measurements.

Additional Tools and Materials
Size H/8/5.00mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Gauge
Though exact gauge is not essential, for best appearance it should be close.
Rnds 1–4 = 4 inches (10 cm), blocked
I used a H/8/5.00mm crochet hook. Select the hook size that gives the best appearance for your choice of yarn and your tension.
A significantly different gauge may require more or less yarn than listed.

PATTERN INCLUDES
• An 8-page premium pattern pdf with professional full-color photographs.
• List of abbreviations used, plus detailed instructions for special stitches and techniques.
• Instructions for seven sizes—from a lovey to a blanket large enough for a queen-sized bed.
• Stitch chart for first 14 rounds.

This Pattern Comes with Additional Resources to Help You Along
• In addition to the detailed instructions, a short photo tutorial illustrates the more complicated steps.
• Special technique video tutorial – see link below. (QR code and URL link to this video are included in the main pattern pdf for your convenience.)
• Pattern support. Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions about the pattern. I’m always happy to help!

Videos

How to Make an Adjustable Ring (aka Magic Ring)

The First Bloom Blanket, size baby, is laid out on a white bedspread. The sage green crochet blanket includes lace eyelets and floral stitches to create a delicate and subtle texture.
The First Bloom Blanket, size lovey, is laid out on a light green bedspread. The white crochet blanket includes lace eyelets and floral stitches to create a delicate and subtle texture.
The First Bloom Blanket is laid out on a white bedspread. The sage green crochet blanket includes lace eyelets and floral stitches to create a delicate and subtle texture.
The First Bloom Blanket is laid out flat. The sage green crochet blanket includes lace eyelets and floral stitches to create a delicate and subtle texture. A lace-covered pillow sits on top in the upper corner of the photo.
The First Bloom Blanket, size baby, is laid out on a white bedspread. The sage green crochet blanket includes lace eyelets and floral stitches to create a delicate and subtle texture.
A sage-colored crochet blanket in progress is laid flat on a bedspread as if someone has just put it down to take a break. The blanket is softly textured with lace stitches. A crochet hook and ball of yarn sit nearby.