Crochet Tasseled Throw in Caron One Pound - Downloadable PDF

Crochet Tasseled Throw in Caron One Pound – Free Downloadable PDF Pattern

This Crochet Tasseled Throw is a beautifully textured, generously sized blanket worked in a sophisticated palette of layered greys, finished with playful handmade tassels along the top and bottom edges. Rated Easy, this is an ideal project for beginner crocheters who want to build confidence while producing a stunning, heirloom-quality piece. The finished throw measures approximately 56 x 62 inches (142 x 157.5 cm), excluding tassels, making it a substantial and cozy addition to any living space.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a large, rectangular crocheted throw blanket with a classic woven-look texture created through the alternation of single crochet and double crochet back loop stitches. The throw is accented with 22 handmade tassels — 11 in each of two contrasting grey shades — sewn evenly along the top and bottom edges, alternating in color for a polished, coordinated finish.

Techniques Used

• Foundation chain: The throw begins with a chain of 156, establishing the full width of the blanket from the very first row.
• Alternating stitch panels: The core technique involves working repeating blocks of 5 single crochet stitches and 5 double crochet back loop stitches in alternating rows, which creates a rich, basket-weave-inspired texture without the complexity of a true basket weave stitch.
• Back loop only crochet (dcbl): Working double crochet into the back loop only of the stitch below is the key technique that gives this throw its distinctive raised, woven appearance. This is a simple but highly effective technique that adds visual depth and dimension.
• Row repetition: Rows 2 and 3 are repeated throughout until the piece reaches the full length of 62 inches, making the pattern easy to memorize and rhythmic to work.
• Tassel making: Each tassel is made by winding yarn around a 6-inch piece of cardboard 120 times, securing the loops at the top, and wrapping tightly approximately 1 inch below the fold to form the tassel head. The loops are then cut and trimmed evenly. This is a classic tassel construction technique suitable for all skill levels.
• Tassel attachment: Finished tassels are sewn directly onto the top and bottom edges of the throw, alternating between the two contrast colors for a decorative, intentional look.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Double crochet in back loop only (dcbl) — the defining stitch of this pattern's texture

Materials

This throw is worked in Caron One Pound™ yarn, a popular aran weight yarn known for its excellent value, softness, and wide color range. Each skein contains a generous 16 oz / 453.6 g and 812 yards / 742 m of yarn, making it well-suited for large projects like throws. The pattern calls for three specific colorways:

• Contrast A – Dark Grey Mix (10618): 3 balls — used for the main body of the throw
• Contrast B – Medium Grey Mix (10617): 1 ball — used for tassels
• Contrast C – Soft Grey Mix (10616): 1 ball — used for tassels

The recommended hook size is a U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, or the size needed to achieve the specified gauge of 11 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern. Checking gauge before beginning is always recommended to ensure the finished dimensions are accurate.

Who This Pattern Is For

Labeled as Easy difficulty, this pattern is perfectly suited to beginner and confident beginner crocheters. The stitch repeat is simple and consistent, requiring only basic knowledge of single crochet, double