Cozy Tunisian Crochet Fall Blanket Pattern

Are you ready to make a cozy throw blanket for the fall? I’ll show you how to make a beautiful fall throw blanket with Tunisian crochet. This pattern is great for both intermediate and experienced crocheters. It’s easy to follow and will make your home look amazing for autumn.

Tunisian crochet makes a thick, warm fabric. It’s perfect for crochet blankets and throw projects. You’ll learn the Tunisian half double crochet stitch and make a cozy fall throw blanket. These colors pop and will be the perfect addition to your fall decor.

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Introduction to Tunisian Crochet

Tunisian crochet, also known as Afghan crochet, is a special way to crochet. It mixes knitting and traditional crochet. This method makes a dense, textured fabric great for cozy blankets and throws, like this free Tunisian crochet blanket pattern. Learning the Tunisian half double crochet stitch opens up a world of creative projects.

What is Tunisian Crochet?

Tunisian crochet uses a longer hook with a stopper, unlike regular crochet. This hook lets you “pick up” yarn loops like knitting. Then, you work them back across the row, making a thick, textured fabric. It’s perfect for warm projects like afghans, blankets, and clothes.

Benefits of Tunisian Crochet

Tunisian crochet is very versatile. You can make many stitch patterns, from the tunisian half double crochet stitch to complex ones. The fabric it creates is dense and warm, great for projects like throws and afghans. It’s a skill worth learning for its beauty and practical use.

For a more in-depth look into this special type of crochet, read our post about the differences between regular crochet and Tunisian crochet.

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Tunisian Crochet Fall Blanket Pattern

Embrace the cozy charm of autumn with our Tunisian crochet fall blanket pattern. This design is perfect for style and comfort. It features a luxurious texture for snuggling up on cool evenings. Let’s dive into the details of this fall Tunisian crochet blanket.

The Tunisian half double crochet stitch is at the heart of this pattern. It creates a plush and durable fabric. The stitch pattern adds a subtle yet eye-catching design to the tunisian crochet throw.

Whether you’re a seasoned Tunisian crocheter or only have a few patterns under your belt, this pattern is easy to follow. With its autumnal colors and timeless appeal, this tunisian crochet blanket will become a beloved part of your home decor.

Materials Needed

To make this cozy Tunisian crochet fall blanket, you’ll need a few things. We’ll cover the essential yarn and hooks, and any extra supplies you might need.

Yarn and Hooks

Choose a medium-weight yarn such as Lion Brand Pound of Love or Big Twist Value Pound+ for this project. It should be relatively soft and in autumn colors like pumpkin, mustard, or green. The amount of yarn needed will depend on your blanket’s size.

For hooks, you’ll need a 7 mm Tunisian crochet hook, also known as an Afghan hook with a long cable. The cable I use is around 30 inches long with a stopper at the end. You’ll also need a size J/10 (6mm) regular crochet hook for the border.

Additional Supplies

You’ll also need some extra items. Keep scissors handy for cutting yarn, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends. A stitch marker or two can help you keep track of your place in the pattern. And, make sure you have a comfy spot to crochet. This crochet throw blanket project is a great reason to relax and enjoy the process!

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Working the Tunisian Half Double Crochet Stitch

Now, let’s begin with the Tunisian half double crochet stitch. We’ll show you how to do this stitch well, so your cozy fall blanket comes to life.

Tunisian Half Double Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial

Tunisian Half Double Crochet Stitch Written Tutorial

Thdc (Tunisian half double crochet) Video tutorial HERE

Start with a Foundation Row: Begin by chaining any number of stitches. This will be your foundation row.

Forward Pass:

• Step 1: Yarn over and insert your hook into the second back bump from the hook.
• Step 2: Yarn over again and pull up a loop. Keep the loop on your hook.
• Step 3: Continue this process across the chain – yarn over, insert the hook into the next back bump, yarn over, and pull up a loop, keeping all loops on the hook.

Return Pass:

• Step 1: To start the return pass, yarn over and pull through one loop on the hook (this is essentially a chain 1).
• Step 2: Then, yarn over and pull through three loops. Repeat this step (yarn over and pull through three loops) all the way across.

Subsequent Rows:

• Step 1: Yarn over (skipping the first two vertical bars) and insert hook under both of the next two vertical bars, pull up a loop.
• Step 2: Yarn over and insert hook under both of the next two vertical bars; continue all the way across until you get to the end.
• Step 3: Yarn over and pull up a loop in the last Tunisian stitch.
• Step 4: Return pass as stated above

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Tunisian Crochet Fall Blanket Pattern

Description: This fall blanket is an absolute must-have for those crisp autumn evenings. The texture from the Tunisian half double crochet stitch makes it soft and squishy without any curling edges. It’s perfect for snuggling up with or giving as a handmade gift!

NOTES:

• Finished size measures 50″ wide x 69″ long with border
• To change the width, chain any number
• To change the length, simply add or subtract more tows
• You will change colors at the end of the RetP when you have three loops left on your hook, fasten off old color
• Video for border HERE
• Tunisian half double crochet stitch video tutorial is HERE

MATERIALS:

HOOK(S)

7 mm Tunisian crochet hook with long cable (I used a cable that was about 31 inches long)

6 mm crochet hook for border

YARN

Weight 4

Lion Brand Pound of Love (4 skeins – you will not use all of it)

Colors:

Olive – about 3/4 of the skein, 800 yards

Pumpkin Spice – about 3/4 of the skein, 800 yards

Vanilla – about 3/4 of the skein, 800 yards

Mocha – about 400 yards

Big Twist Value Pound + from Joann Fabrics

Color:

Mustard – about 800 yards

NOTIONS

Scissors

Tapestry needle

GAUGE (4 x 4″)

12 1/2 sts x 11 1/2 rows in pattern

ABBREVIATIONS:

ch chain

rep repeat

Thdc Tunisian half double crochet

yo yarn over

FwP forward pass

RetP return pass

Lts last Tunisian stitch

sk skip

sl st slip stitch

Tslst Tunisian slip stitch

st(s) stitches

PATTERN:

Yarn A: Olive

Yarn B: Vanilla

Yarn C: Mustard

Yarn D: Pumpkin Spice

Yarn E: Mocha

You will change colors at the end of the last RetP for that color block when you have 3 loops left on your hook.

Olive Block:

Foundation row With Yarn A, Ch 150, Thdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end (don’t forget the yarn overs!)

Return Pass: Ch-1, * yo pull through 3 loops * repeat to end

Row 1 sk first two vertical bars, Thdc in each st across until last st, yo, working the last st as for Lts, RetP

Rows 2 – 22 repeat row 1

Fasten off Yarn A

Vanilla Block:

Rows 23 – 28 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten of Yarn B

Mustard Block:

Rows 29 – 50 repeat row 1 with Yarn C

Fasten off Yarn C

Vanilla Block:

Rows 51 – 56 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten off Yarn B

Pumpkin Spice Block:

Rows 57 – 78 repeat row 1 with Yarn D

Vanilla Block:

Rows 79 – 84 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten off Yarn B

Mocha Block:

Rows 85 – 106 repeat row 1 with Yarn E

Fasten off Yarn E

Vanilla Block:

Rows 107 – 112 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten off Yarn B

Olive Block:

Rows 113 – 134 repeat row 1 with Yarn A

Fasten off Yarn A

Vanilla Block:

Rows 135 – 140 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten off Yarn B

Mustard Block:

Rows 141 – 162 repeat row 1 with Yarn C

Vanilla Block:

Rows 163 – 168 repeat row 1 with Yarn B

Fasten off Yarn B

Pumpkin Spice Block:

Rows 169 – 190 repeat row 1 with Yarn D

Last row Tslst across, fasten off Yarn D

Proceed to border instructions

Border Instructions:

For the single crochet border section watch the video tutorial here

For the dc, fpdc and bpdc border section, watch the video tutorial here

Switch to 6 mm regular crochet hook for border

Attach Vanilla yarn in corner of blanket where you just fastened off the Pumpkin Spice color

Round 1

ch 1, 2sc in same space, sc in each stitch down edge to corner, 2sc in last stitch, 2sc in first stitch; sc in each st across, 2sc in last st, 2sc in first stitch, sc in each stitch along edge, 2sc in last stitch, 2sc in first stitch, sc in each st across, 2sc in last stitch, slip stitch to first sc

For the rest of the border, follow the instructions in this video, but instead of doing 9 dc in corner, do 7 dc in corner

Here are the written out instructions:

Round 2

work dc in corner, work 3 more dc in same st, dc in next st, dc across to next corner

*work 7 dc in corner, dc in next st, dc across to next corner*, rep from * to * around blanket until you get to the first dc worked (which is a total of 4 dc in that corner), work 3 dc in same st as first dc (7 dc total in last corner), sl st to first dc, ch 2 (does not count as st)

Round 3

fpdc in first st, *bpdc in next st, fpdc in next st*, rep from * to * around entire blanket, sl st to first st of row, ch 2

Round 4

repeat round 3

Fasten off, weave in all ends

Enjoy your incredible fall blanket!