Tunisian Crochet Full Stitch Blanket Pattern: The Bryn Blanket

The Bryn blanket, a Tunisian crochet full stitch blanket pattern, was made for the outdoors.

Whether you take it camping, decorate your campervan with it, or sit on a porch swing soaking in a sunset, this blanket will keep you warm and toasty.

Ever since I designed my first Tunisian crochet camping blanket, I knew there was another one in my future. I had some requests to create one that was a little thicker, for those colder nights outdoors.

And I’m happy to say, the Bryn crochet blanket is not only thicker but super squishy and perfect for snuggling up with.

Purchase a printable version of this pattern on my shop here or Etsy here.

Tunisian Crochet Full Stitch Blanket Pattern

The Design Inspiration for the Bryn Blanket

When designing my first Tunisian crochet camping blanket, my design inspiration was the Getaway House. If you’ve never stayed at one, you can read all about it on our outdoor website TREKKN, here.

It’s one of our favorite places to go to unwind, unplug, and well… get away.

For the Bryn Tunisian crochet blanket pattern, my design inspiration was our newly purchased campervan, which we named Kona. You can read about her here.

I wanted a blanket with some color because as you might know, most RVs and campervans are designed with dark, neutral colors. Adding some pizazz is up to the owner.

I also wanted a thicker blanket for the cooler camping temps and since you all requested it.

I’m happy to say the blanket looks fantastic in the campervan. I’m not planning on adding a lot of decor because of the space limitations, so a blanket and some wall hangings are about it.

The Bryn Tunisian Crochet Camping Blanket

The Stitches – Tunisian Full Stitch How-To

I fell in love with the Tunisian crochet full stitch the minute I started experimenting with it. It creates a squishy-like texture that is meant for snuggling up under.

And when you add in more than one color, well, it’s magical.

Tunisian Full Stitch with Two Colors

How do you crochet the Tunisian full stitch with two colors? Here’s a video tutorial I whipped up.

And here’s a step-by-step video tutorial:

Color A: Cream Colored yarn

Color B: Mandala

Foundation row: With color A, chain any number of stitches

Pull up a loop in the second chain from hook and in each chain to end

For return pass, switch to color B, ch 1, *yarn over and pull through two loops*, repeat from * to * all the way to the beginning of the row.

Row 1: Insert hook through the very first space between the two vertical bars, pull up a loop. Pull up a loop in each space between vertical bars until you get to the last space. SKIP the last space. Insert hook into edge stitch, under both side loops and pull up a loop.

For return pass, switch to color A, ch 1, *yarn over and pull through two loops*, repeat from * to * all the way to the beginning of the row.

Row 2: SKIP very first space, insert hook into second space between vertical bars and pull up a loop. Pull up a loop in each space between vertical bars, including the very last space. Insert hook into edge stitch, under both side loops and pull up a loop.

For return pass, switch to color B, ch 1, *yarn over and pull through two loops*, repeat from * to * all the way to the beginning of the row.

Continue repeating row 1 and row 2 for the rest of the pattern.

You are basically alternating skipping the last space between the vertical bars with skipping the first space between the vertical bars. When you skip the first space, you do not skip the last space. When you skip the last space, you do not skip the first space.

Notes:

• You are not fastening off your yarn when you switch colors. Instead, you are pulling it up the side. And you know what that means?? Less ends to weave in!
• You’ll want to focus on your tension when switching to a new color. Don’t pull too tight, but also not too loose. You want your edges to match.
• Why are we changing colors at the beginning of a return pass instead of at the beginning of a new row? Because when we do this, it gives it a woven look instead of stripes. Just like this Autumn Ombre Tunisian Crochet Scarf Pattern.
• I recommend practicing this stitch on a small swatch before starting the blanket

The Colors + The Yarn

Two of my favorite yarns when it comes to making blankets are Lion Brand’s Pound of Love and Lion Brand’s Mandala.

I’ve made quite a few blankets with Pound of Love including The Ava Throw, The Sara Blanket and The Nordic Blanket.

I’ve used Mandala yarn for these patterns: Autumn Ombre Scarf, The Lanai Blanket and the Let’s Go Camping blanket.

Combining both of these yarns, Pound of Love and Mandala, worked so well for the Lanai Blanket that I decided to try it again for the Bryn blanket.

Here are the two colors I went with:

Lion Brand Pound of Love in Vanilla: Purchase on Lion Brand here.

Lion Brand Mandala, Groot: Purchase on Amazon here or Lion Brand here.

I honestly think you could combine the Pound of Love Vanilla yarn with any of the Mandala shades here and the blanket would turn out amazing. So if Groot is sold out or it’s just not your desired color scheme, definitely experiment with some others.

The Bryn Blanket Pattern

Purchase a printable version of this pattern on my shop here or Etsy here.

PATTERN DESCRIPTION

The Bryn crochet blanket features the Tunisian full stitch; a stitch that creates incredible texture and a squishy-like feel perfect for snuggling under.

It combines two different yarns, which give it a unique look, unlike any other blanket.

Whether you’re sitting by the campfire, snuggling up in your RV or simply using it at home curled up in front of the fire, the Bryn blanket is perfect for the occasion.

PATTERN NOTES

Details

Method Crochet

Skill Level Advanced Beginner

Hook 7.0 mm

Where to purchase a size 7 mm hook:

Sets which include a size 7mm: Tulip TCarry, Caspian Set or Sunstruck Set on WeCrochet

Individual 7 mm hook: On Amazon here, here or here

For more information on Tunisian crochet hooks, visit our in-depth post here.

Other Yarn Needle

Yarn 

Color A: Lion Brand Pound of Love in Vanilla, 2 skeins, 1,020 yards each

(Purchase Pound of Love Vanilla at LionBrand.com here)

Color B: Lion Brand Mandala in Groot, 3 cakes, 590 yards each

(Purchase Mandala yarn at LionBrand.com here or Amazon.com here)

Gauge 4” x 4” = 13 sts x 16 rows

Final Size 48 1/2 ” wide x 60″ long

Abbreviations

Bump – strand of yarn on underside of chain

FwP forward pass

RetP return pass

st(s) stitch(es)

Tfs Tunisian full stitch

Tslst Tunisian slip stitch – for binding off

THE PATTERN

Rows include Forward Pass and Return Pass.

Foundation Row

FwP: With color A: Chain 152. Draw up a loop in back bump of second chain and in each chain across. (152 loops on hook)

Switch to Color B for RetP

Row 1

With color B: Tfs across (152 loops on hook)

Switch to Color A for RetP

Row 2

With Color A: Tfs across (152 loops on hook)

Switch to Color B for RetP

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until the blanket measures 60″ long or until it’s the size you want

Last row

With Color A, Tslst Tunisian slip stitch across, fasten off, weave in all ends

Side note: If you’re blanket is curling on the ends at the point, you might want to block it before you add the fringe.

I ended up not blocking it (because of time constraints on pattern release) and the curling worked itself out on its own.

For fringe

Cut 8 1/2 inch long strips of Pound of Love in Vanilla yarn

With two pieces held together, attach tassels to every other chain stitch on both ends

That’s it! I hope you enjoy working on this blanket as much as I did. Let me know if you have any questions about the pattern.

Have fun and happy crocheting!