Kiki Crochet Blanket

Kiki Crochet Blanket by Amanda Perkins

Project Overview

Kiki is a charming crochet blanket inspired by the Studio Ghibli film Kiki's Delivery Service. This intermediate-level project celebrates the vibrant, whimsical color palettes characteristic of Studio Ghibli's beloved animated worlds. The blanket's playful color combinations make it an ideal decorative piece for a child's bedroom, though its sophisticated construction appeals to crafters of all ages seeking a rewarding project.

Finished Dimensions

The completed Kiki blanket measures approximately 35 x 45 inches and is constructed from 14 x 18 squares, creating a modular, manageable construction method ideal for intermediate crocheters.

What You Will Make

Kiki is a scrap blanket project, meaning it is specifically designed to use yarn oddments and leftover yarn from your stash. This design approach encourages creative color experimentation and sustainable crafting practices. The square-based construction allows you to work with multiple yarn colors and create a vibrant, multi-colored finished piece.

Yarn Requirements and Recommendations

The project requires 700 grams of yarn in total. For best results, use as many different colors as possible from your existing stash. If purchasing yarn specifically for this project, Amanda Perkins recommends the following 4 ply and sport weight options:

• Easyknits Splendour and Cherish
• Skein Queen Selkino, Lustrous, Luminosity, and Oasis Grande
• John Arbon Textiles Exmoor Sock, Harvest Hues
• The Little Grey Sheep Stein 4 ply and Gotland 4 Ply
• Fyberspates Vivacious 4 ply and Scrumptious 4 ply
• Cascade Heritage Silk, Cascade 220 Fingering
• Drops Alpaca
• Knitpicks Palette Yarn
• King Cole Merino Blend 4ply

Tools and Equipment

You will need a 3 mm crochet hook and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and finishing your blanket.

Techniques and Construction Method

Kiki employs a modular square construction approach, a popular crochet technique where individual squares are created separately and then joined together. This method is particularly well-suited to intermediate crocheters because it breaks the project into manageable, repeatable units. The square-based design allows you to work on the blanket in portable sections, making it convenient for crafters who like to take their projects on the go.

The modular approach also provides excellent opportunities for color experimentation. By working with multiple yarn colors across your 14 x 18 grid of squares, you can create dynamic color combinations that reflect the Studio Ghibli aesthetic—playful, charming, and full of visual interest.

Yarn Weight and Fiber Considerations

This project uses 4 ply and sport weight yarns, which are lightweight to medium-weight options that create fabric with good drape and structure. These yarn weights are ideal for blankets as they produce a fabric that is neither too heavy nor too flimsy. The recommended yarn selections include various fiber content options, from wool blends to silk and alpaca, allowing you to customize the blanket's feel, warmth, and aesthetic based on your preferences and available materials.