Queenstown Throw

Queenstown Throw by Lisa van Klaveren

What Is Being Made

The Queenstown Throw is a versatile crocheted blanket or lapghan designed by independent designer Lisa van Klaveren. The sample throw measures approximately 60 inches by 48 inches, though crafters can customize the finished dimensions to their preference. This project creates a textured fabric suitable for use as a throw blanket, lap blanket, or decorative home accent piece.

Craft and Technique

This is an intermediate-level crochet project that uses fundamental crochet techniques to build a reversible textured fabric. The pattern features a unique construction method where both sides of the finished fabric display similar appearance, allowing crafters to choose their preferred side as the right side. The pattern begins with a foundation row worked in a repeating sequence, then builds subsequent rows using basic crochet stitches to create the overall texture and drape of the throw.

Stitches Used

The Queenstown Throw employs several fundamental crochet stitches to achieve its textured design:

• Chain stitch (ch) – Used for foundation loops and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Double crochet (dc) – Forms the foundation row in a repeating sequence and serves as the turning chain in subsequent rows
• Half double crochet (hdc) – Creates texture and structure in the working rows

Materials and Tools

The Queenstown Throw requires medium worsted weight yarn in approximately 2,500 yards. The sample throw was worked in Lion Brand Color Theory yarn in the bone colorway, though crafters may select any worsted weight yarn in their color of choice. A size I crochet hook (5.25 mm or similar) is used throughout the project. The reversible nature of the fabric means that yarn color choice significantly impacts the finished appearance, as both sides will be visible depending on how the throw is displayed or used.

Pattern Notes and Construction Considerations

Crafters should be aware that the foundation row length may shorten slightly as subsequent pattern rows are worked, so it is recommended to make the initial foundation row slightly longer than the desired finished length to account for this natural contraction. The textured stitch pattern creates a fabric with no distinct right or wrong side, giving crafters flexibility in how they finish and present their completed throw. A video demonstration is available to help clarify the foundation row technique and overall construction method.