Discover the beauty of the linen stitch with this free crochet blanket pattern! Perfect for beginners, this lightweight and modern crochet blanket is easy to make and wonderfully soft. Follow the simple instructions for a fast and enjoyable project.
The crochet linen stitch has become a favorite of mine for creating modern crochet blankets.
You can purchase a printable of this pattern on the I Can Crochet That Shop here or on Etsy here.
Linen Stitch Crochet Throw Pattern
Sometimes, the most charming blankets come from the simplest crochet stitches and the softest, neutral yarns. When designing a pattern or crafting a gift, I often find myself returning to the basics and the stitches I first learned when I began crocheting.
The linen stitch is one of those timeless favorites.
You just can't beat the texture this stitch creates.
I whipped up this blanket before I released the linen stitch baby blanket with the bobble border, which you can find here. I waited so long to post it because it felt so elementary. And that's because it is!
But, sometimes, a simple pattern is precisely what we makers need, am I right?
Crochet Linen Stitch How-to
The basics of the linen stitch are it’s all about stitch placement. If you know how to do a chain and single crochet, then you’ll find this pattern super easy because that’s all it takes to master!
On each row, you’ll do a repeat of single crochet (sc), skip a stitch and make a chain. In the pattern, it’s written (sk st, ch 1). And each row is also staggered. So on the next row, you’ll do a single crochet in the chain stitch space. Note: it’s not in the chain, it’s around it.
Linen stitch: sc in first ch-sp. *ch 1, sk 1 sc, sc in next ch-sp; repeat from * across row; ch 2, turn
Crochet Linen Stitch Video Tutorial
The Color + The Yarn
I've made this blanket in two Lion Brand Heartland yarn colors: Grand Canyon (pictured above) and Petrified Forest (pictured below).
You can find the colors they have on LionBrand.com here or Amazon.com here.
They do have several neutral colors left, like Great Sand Dunes and Dry Tortugas. But this blanket would be gorgeous in any of the available colors.
I fell in love with how soft this yarn is. Plus, being the National Park junkie I am (you can read a little about my full time travels here) I'm obviously drawn to any yarn with a travel or nature theme.
Simple Linen Stitch Crochet Throw Pattern
You can purchase a printable of this pattern on the I Can Crochet That Shop here or on Etsy here.
Pattern Description
The linen stitch crochet throw is the ideal modern blanket for gifting or adding a touch of elegance to your own home.
Perfect for crocheters of all skill levels, you'll enjoy creating this cozy piece.
The linen stitch gives it a lovely texture, and the Lion Brand Heartland yarn ensures it's a substantial, comforting blanket for chilly days.
Pattern Notes
Details
Method Crochet
Skill Level Beginner
Hook 6.0 mm | J-10
Other Yarn Needle
Yarn Lion Brand Heartland, 1,757 yds (7 skeins)
Gauge 4” x 4” = 19 sts x 17 rows
Size 35” x 50”
Abbreviations
ch chain
ch-sp chain space
rep repeat
st(s) stitch(es)
sc single crochet
sk ch skip chain
sk st skip stitch
* or ** repeat whatever follows the * or **
The Pattern
Turning chain counts as 1 stitch
FOUNDATION ROW
ch 168, sc in 4th ch from hook, *ch 1, sk 1 st, sc in next st; rep from * across row;
ch 2, turn (166)
ROW 1
Sc in first ch-sp, *ch 1, sk 1 sc, sc in next ch-sp; rep from * across row; ch 2, turn (166)
ROWS 2 AND ON
Repeat row 1 until you've reached the desired size for your blanket or until you've used the last skein of yarn
Finish
Omit turning ch after final row, cut yarn and draw through loop on hook, weave in all ends
Enjoy your new modern crochet blanket!
