Casa Kahlo Blanket - Free Crochet Pattern For Home in Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky

Casa Kahlo Blanket - Free Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

The Casa Kahlo Blanket is an intermediate-level crochet project designed by Katie Jones using Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky yarn. This blanket measures approximately 130cm (51 inches) wide by 148cm (58 inches) long, making it a substantial throw-sized blanket suitable for home décor. The design features a striking multi-color composition that showcases vibrant, contrasting hues.

Yarn Requirements and Materials

This project uses Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky, a chunky-weight yarn available exclusively through Lovecrafts. The blanket requires a total of 27 balls (100g/3½oz each) across multiple colors:

• 2 balls each: Blood Orange (A) and Rose Red (C)
• 3 balls each: Soft Fudge (B), Marine Blue (E), Daffodil Yellow (G), Tea Rose (H), Pure Black (I), and Kingfisher Blue (K)
• 4 balls each: Bubblegum Pink (D), Spearmint Green (F), and Dolphin Blue (J)

A single 6mm (UK size 4 / US size J/10) crochet hook is required to work this project. The tension (gauge) is measured at one hexagon motif equaling 6¾ inches (17cm) using the specified hook size.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Casa Kahlo Blanket employs the worked in the round technique as its primary construction method. This approach allows the crocheter to build the blanket by creating individual motifs that are subsequently joined together, rather than working in traditional rows. Working in the round is particularly effective for creating geometric shapes like hexagons, which form the structural basis of this design.

Stitches Used

This intermediate-level pattern utilizes a variety of fundamental crochet stitches to create texture and structure:

• Chain (ch): The foundational stitch used to create loops and spaces
• Slip stitch (ss): Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions between sections
• Double crochet / Single crochet (dc/sc): A basic stitch that creates a tight, dense fabric
• Half treble / Half double crochet (htr/hdc): A medium-height stitch that adds dimension
• Treble / Double crochet (tr/dc): A taller stitch that creates more open, airy sections
• Double treble / Treble crochet (dtr/tr): The tallest stitches used, creating dramatic height and openness
• Cluster (cl): A decorative stitch that groups multiple stitches together for textural interest

Pattern Structure and Design Elements

The blanket is constructed using hexagon motifs as its primary design unit. The hexagonal shape is a classic choice in crochet design, offering both visual interest and structural stability. The multi-color yarn palette—featuring warm tones like Blood Orange, Rose Red, and Bubblegum Pink alongside cool tones such as Marine Blue, Kingfisher Blue, and Spearmint Green—creates a vibrant, artistic composition reminiscent of the bold color palettes found in traditional home décor aesthetics.

The use of chunky-weight yarn combined with the intermediate skill level makes this project accessible to crocheters with some experience while still offering interesting technical challenges. The worked-in-the-round construction and the variety of stitch heights create a dynamic, textured surface that showcases the yarn's substantial weight and the color variations throughout the design.