Bold Blues Throw in Caron Simply Soft and Simply Soft Brites - Downloadable PDF

Bold Blues Throw in Caron Simply Soft and Simply Soft Brites – Crochet Pattern Summary

Designed by Kimberley Biddix, the Bold Blues Throw is a striking crochet blanket worked in a rich palette of coordinating blues. This free, downloadable PDF pattern produces a finished throw measuring approximately 44 inches wide by 55 inches long (112 cm x 139.5 cm), making it a generous lap or sofa throw suitable for everyday use. The design is rated beginner level, making it an approachable project for those who are new to crochet or looking to build confidence with granny-style square construction.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a crocheted throw blanket assembled from a total of 41 individual squares in two sizes. There are large squares measuring 11 x 11 inches (28 x 28 cm) and small squares measuring 5.5 x 5.5 inches (14 x 14 cm). The squares are worked separately and then joined together, a classic construction method that allows crocheters to work in manageable sections and easily carry the project on the go. The bold blue colorway gives the throw a modern, graphic appeal that works well in a wide range of home décor styles.

Techniques Used

• Square motif construction: The throw is built entirely from individual squares in two sizes, a technique that breaks a large project into small, portable pieces and allows for easy color management across multiple yarns.
• Cluster stitch technique: Both a Beginning Cluster (beg-Cl) and a standard Cluster (Cl) are used throughout the motifs, creating a textured, dimensional fabric that adds visual interest to the surface of the squares.
• Joining and assembly: Once all squares are completed, they are assembled according to an included assembly diagram, a helpful visual reference for arranging the large and small squares into the final layout.
• Decrease techniques: The pattern employs dc2tog (double crochet 2 together) and a three-stitch decrease variation, both of which are used to shape elements within the square motifs cleanly and neatly.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – the foundational stitch used to begin rounds and create stitch spaces within the motifs
• Slip stitch (sl st) – used to join rounds and move yarn position without adding height
• Single crochet (sc) – a short, tight stitch used for detail work and edging elements
• Half double crochet (hdc) – a mid-height stitch that adds subtle texture and transitions between stitch heights
• Double crochet (dc) – the primary structural stitch used throughout the square motifs, providing height and an open, airy fabric
• Beginning Cluster (beg-Cl) – a special term defined in the pattern; worked by chaining 3 then completing two partial double crochets joined at the top, creating a cluster effect at the start of a round
• Cluster (Cl) – three partial double crochets worked into the same stitch or space and joined together at the top, producing a raised, bobble-like texture
• dc2tog – double crochet two stitches together as a decrease, as well as a three-stitch version for more pronounced shaping

Materials and Yarn

The pattern calls for three colorways across two Caron yarn lines, all in 100% acrylic fiber, making the finished throw durable, machine washable, and easy to care for:

• Caron Simply Soft Paints in #0006 Oceana (Color A) – 5 skeins (4 oz / 113 g, 200 yds / 182 m per skein). This variegated colorway introduces tonal movement and depth across the blue palette.
• Caron Simply Soft in #9711 Dark Country Blue (Color B) – 2 skeins (6 oz / 170 g, 315 yds / 288 m per skein). A deep, solid blue that anchors the color scheme.