Let the yarn do the colorwork for you with the Huzzah Cluster Ripple Blanket — a cheerful, texture-rich crochet pattern that celebrates color, movement, and easy repetition. This playful wave design uses a lively cluster stitch pattern to highlight the vibrant transitions of Lion Brand Ferris Wheel, a popular self-striping yarn with long, bold color changes. The result is an eye-catching blanket with effortless color shifts: no cutting yarn and no changing colors required.

Perfect for brightening your home or gifting to someone special, this cozy blanket combines soothing repetition with the delight of watching the colors unfold. The pattern is suitable for adventurous beginners and beyond, making it an easy, engaging project for crocheters who love texture and visual impact without complexity.

How This Blanket Is Made

Worked in rows from the bottom up, the Huzzah Cluster Ripple Blanket features a simple two-row repeat with rhythmic increases and decreases that create gentle peaks and valleys — a classic ripple / wave design with modern texture. You’ll alternate rows of cluster stitches with rows of single crochet and back post single crochet, separated by chains, to form all those glorious pops of color and texture.

To help you crochet with confidence, the pattern includes four short photo tutorials that walk you through each special stitch step by step. A clean, simple border completes the blanket, giving your finished piece a polished, professional look.

Pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Concentration Level
Little concentration required. Once pattern is established, stitching is straightforward and your hands can work on autopilot.

Stitches Used
Chain, single crochet, double crochet, clusters, simple decrease stitches (e.g., dc2tog), and back post single crochet

Techniques Used
Working into a foundation chain, working in rows, working in chain spaces, simple increases and decreases, working border into ends of rows

Finished Measurements
(approximate size after blocking)
50 x 61 inches (127 x 155 cm)

Yarn
Medium (CYC #4) Weight Yarn
3750 - 3850 yards (3430 -3520 meters)

The sample shown here was made with an I/9/5.5mm crochet hook and Lion Brand Ferris Wheel medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (270 yds/247 m; 3 oz/85 g per hank) in the color #217-610J Cherry on Top. The project required 14 cakes of this yarn.

Customization
Pattern includes instructions and tips for adjusting the blanket length and width.

Suggested Yarn Substitutes
Pattern is designed for medium-weight yarn. Lighter or heavier weight yarns may 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.

Choosing Self-Striping Yarn
For best results, look for yarns labeled “self-striping,” “long color changes,” or “color-shifting.” Colorways with several distinct shades create bold ripples, while tonal palettes produce a softer, more subtle effect. Viewing photos of the yarn worked up—especially in crochet stitches—can help you preview how the colors will behave. The following yarns are a few self-striping options to consider:

• Red Heart Roll with It Melange
• Hobbii Tea Time
• Järbo Cookie
• James C. Brett Emotions DK

Additional Tools And Materials
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle

Gauge
Though exact gauge is not essential, for best appearance it should be close.
I used a I/9/5.5mm 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.
• Linked Table of Contents for easy navigation.
• List of materials needed, including yarn details, colorway, and quantity.
• List of abbreviations used, plus detailed instructions for special stitches and techniques.
• Clear written instructions with stitch counts provided for every row to help you stay on track.
• Four short photo tutorials that walk you through each special stitch step by step.
• Pattern support. Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions about the pattern. I’m always happy to help!