Corinne Blanket

Corinne Blanket by Danielle Chalson

What is Being Made

The Corinne Blanket is a unisex crochet carriage blanket with finished measurements of 35 inches wide by 35 inches long (89 cm × 89 cm). This project is designed with the smaller, modern dimensions of a carriage blanket in mind, making it an ideal choice for any season when crafted with soft, easy-care yarn. The blanket's compact size and versatile design make it suitable for multiple uses and recipients.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level crochet project features a repeating 8-row pattern that creates textural dimension throughout the blanket. The stitch design incorporates a linear construction that adds visual interest and depth to the finished piece. The border is worked using reverse single crochet stitch, a technique that provides a firm, sleek, and professional-looking finish to all edges of the blanket.

The pattern structure relies on a consistent repeat, making it accessible for intermediate crocheters while still offering enough complexity to keep the project engaging. The combination of the main stitch pattern with the reverse single crochet edging creates a balanced, polished appearance.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Corinne Blanket requires fingering-weight yarn held doubled throughout the project. The total yardage needed is 1,530 yards (1,400 meters), which translates to approximately 218 yards (199 meters) per 50 grams (1.76 ounces) of yarn when held as a single strand.

The blanket shown in the pattern was crafted using Knit Picks Comfy Fingering in the colorway "Marlin," requiring 7 skeins. This yarn is composed of 75% pima cotton and 25% acrylic, making it exceptionally soft and easy to care for—ideal qualities for a blanket project. The cotton-blend composition ensures the finished blanket is suitable for any season and maintains its quality through regular washing and use.

Important note: The pattern uses nearly all of the yardage listed, so purchasing an extra skein is strongly recommended to ensure you have sufficient yarn to complete the entire project without running short.

Tools Required

• Size G/6 [4.25 mm] crochet hook, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 double crochet stitches (exact row gauge information is referenced in the full pattern). Obtaining the correct gauge is essential for achieving the finished measurements of 35" × 35" and ensuring the blanket drapes and feels as intended.