51 PRINCE

51 PRINCE Crochet Blanket by Tricia Crow

Project Overview

The 51 PRINCE is an intermediate-level crochet blanket design measuring 42 by 46 inches. This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Tricia Crow features a charted design that combines basic single crochet with decorative bobble stitches to create a textured, dimensional throw blanket suitable for experienced beginners and intermediate crocheters.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a rectangular crochet blanket with a finished size of 42 by 46 inches. The blanket is worked from bottom to top using a chart-based pattern that incorporates both solid single crochet sections and bobble stitch accents. The finished piece features an edging worked evenly around the perimeter with corner increases for a polished, professional finish.

Crochet Techniques Used

• Chart Reading: The pattern requires reading a printed chart that is intentionally reversed. Odd rows are read left to right, while even rows are read right to left, adding an intermediate-level complexity to the project.
• Bobble Stitch Construction: Bobble stitches are worked by repeating yarn over and loop draws multiple times in the same stitch, then closing all loops together. These stitches are directed to the back of the work for a consistent appearance.
• Single Crochet Foundation: The blanket begins with a foundation chain of 150 stitches, with single crochet worked into the second chain and each remaining chain to establish 149 stitches across.
• Edging Work: Upon completing the charted section, single crochet is worked evenly around the entire perimeter with three single crochets in each corner to create neat, squared corners.

Stitches Used

• Single Crochet (sc): The primary stitch throughout the blanket, used for the foundation, solid chart areas, and the final edging.
• Bobble Stitch: A textured decorative stitch created by multiple yarn overs and loop draws in a single stitch, positioned on the back of the work according to the chart pattern.
• Slip Stitch: Used to join the edging at the completion of the blanket.
• Chain Stitch (ch): Used for the foundation chain and to begin each row throughout the pattern.

Materials and Specifications

This blanket pattern calls for Caron One Pound yarn, which provides 2400 yards of aran-weight yarn. A size G crochet hook is used throughout the project. The aran weight yarn creates a medium-density fabric suitable for a throw blanket, offering good drape and warmth without excessive bulk. The total yardage available in one skein of Caron One Pound is sufficient to complete the entire 42 by 46-inch blanket.

Pattern Structure and Stitch Count

The blanket is constructed over 189 total rows. The pattern begins with a foundation chain of 150 stitches, establishing 149 stitches across after working into the second chain from the hook. Rows 2 and 3 are worked entirely in single crochet to establish the base. Rows 4 through 186 follow the provided chart, which uses blank squares to represent single crochet stitches and black squares to represent bobble stitches. The final three rows (187 through 189) return to solid single crochet. Each row begins with a chain 1 stitch, and the pattern maintains 149 stitches across throughout all rows. After the charted section is complete, a final edging is worked by single crocheting evenly around the perimeter with three single crochets placed in each corner, then joined with a slip stitch and fastened off.