Easy C2C Crochet Lap Blanket (Free Pattern)

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This easy-to-follow pattern teaches you how to make a beautiful C2C crochet lap blanket. It’s the perfect Lapghan to cuddle with on the couch while sipping tea and watching your favorite TV Series.

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This is a C2C technique that uses the granny spike stitch, and it’s straightforward to learn. Even if you have never crocheted a C2C blanket, this will be the perfect textured project if you’re ready to take your crochet skills to the next level.

I’m calling this blanket “the Surf Spray Lap Blanket” because one of the yarn colors is named that way. I thought it was a perfect fit for the look in this stitch texture.

How to Crochet a Lap Blanket

You will make this blanket in three sections. First, you will crochet section 1, the increasing portion, adding width to the blanket. Then, in section 2, you will add length to the blanket. Finally, in section 3, you will decrease to finish the last corner of the blanket.

This crochet lap blanket was designed using the C2C technique, utilizing the granny spike stitch. This technique can be used for a square or a rectangle.

Throughout the pattern, you will find instructions on how to adjust the size and where to make it a square blanket.

Here is a swatch of what it will look like:

Materials:

Here is a list of the basic supplies you will need to make this C2C crochet lap blanket:

• Worsted weight (#4) / Aran or any other yarn you like. See the “What yarn is best” section below for the amount and other details.
• Crochet hook – I used a 4.5 mm (US 7) Clover Amour hook. 
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle 

Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern

Notes:

Here are some essential things to know before you dive into the step-by-step on how to make this crochet lap blanket:

• The pattern was written using US crochet terminology.
• The finished size of this blanket will be approximately 39” (99 cm) x 51” (130 cm), including the edge.
• You can adjust the pattern to any size you like by adding rows to each section as instructed in the pattern.
• Gauge is not crucial for this blanket, but for reference: 12 dc stitches x 6 rows = 4” (10 cm).
• See the FAQ section below for size information.

Abbreviations (US terms)

• C2C: corner to corner
• ch (s): chain (s)
• cluster: 3 double crochet stitches in the same stitch/chain space.
• granny cluster: a group of 3 double stitches in same space
• dc: double crochet
• dc spike: double crochet spike – see “special stitch instructions” section.
• sk: skip
• sp: space between granny clusters
• st (s): stitch (es)
• yo: yarn over

How to change colors

This C2C granny spike stitch will greatly benefit from color change. For the blanket pictured, I used three colors of yarn and changed colors every two rows using a straightforward method. 

Here is how you do it:

1. First, cut the current yarn when you have two loops on the hook to finish the last stitch in the row. 
2. Next, pull the cut-off tail through those two loops so it doesn’t unravel.
3. Then, insert the hook again in those last two loops in the previous stitch, pull up a loop with the new yarn, and continue with it for two rows.
4. Repeat the above steps every two rows when you add a new yarn color.

Tip: Self-striping yarn is also a great option for this stitch, especially if you don’t want to handle weaving in all the ends.

Special stitches

We are using the granny spike stitch for this C2C crochet lap blanket. Here is how you crochet the granny spike stitch cluster:

• Double crochet in the space between the following two clusters (see PHOTO# 1).
• Yarn over.
• Insert the hook in the middle double crochet stitch 2 rows down.
• Yarn over again and pull up an extended loop. 
• Complete that double crochet stitch as usual (see PHOTO# 2).
• To complete the cluster, make one more double crochet stitch in that same space (see PHOTO# 3).

Crochet Lap Blanket Instructions

Estimated Cost: 40.00 USD

Supply:

• Worsted weight (#4) yarn

Tools:

• 4.5 mm (US 7) crochet hook

Materials: Scissors, Tapestry needle

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FAQ

What yarns are best for this crochet lap blanket?

I used Re-Up by Lion Brand, a worsted weight (#4), 70% Recycled cotton / 30% Polyester yarn. This yarn has a beautiful color palette, is so soft, and will give the fabric a fantastic drape. 

You will need approximately 37.4 oz (1,060 g), or 1,740 yds (1,592 m), which is approximately one 14 oz (397 g) cone of each of these colors: Surf Spray, Full Moon, and Sea Grass.

But feel free to use any other yarn weight and brand you like. If you don’t feel like dealing with ends to weave in, this stitch will look beautiful with self-striping yarns as well. 

Can beginners crochet a C2C blanket?

Absolutely! This C2C technique is very beginner-friendly. The texture might look intimidating at first, but if you know how to chain and double crochet, you will definitely be able to make it. 

What size should a crochet lap blanket be?

A good size for a lap blanket (or LapGhan) will range from 30 (76 cm) to 40 (102 cm) wide and 40 (102 cm) to 50 (127 cm) in length.

As the name implies, lap blankets are designed to cover a person’s lap or legs. Therefore, choose your yarn wisely so your blanket will be comfortable and snuggly.

The pictured blanket size is about 39” (99 cm) x 51” (130 cm). If you would instead make it for other purposes, here is a size chart for reference:

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