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- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Worsted
- Hook size
- 5 mm
- Finished size
- 12.5" x 12.5" (32 x 32 cm), about 2 to 2.5 hours each.
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- Skill level
Intermediate
Comfortable with shaping, joining and reading counts.
- Use
12.5" x 12.5" (32 x 32 cm), about 2 to 2.5 hours each.
About this pattern
This puff stitch blanket crochet pattern brings warm, earthy texture to any bedroom. Each large square starts with a little puff flower, then grows lacy lattice bands of puffs and holes that run from the center to every corner, with solid triangles in between. Join the squares and the lattices link up into a big diamond trellis across the bed. It's worked in one cozy caramel shade, so there are very few ends to weave in. Make a throw for the sofa, a full bedspread or a single-square cushion.
Skill level: Intermediate. You'll work puff stitches and dc in the round, following a simple repeat that grows each round. Careful counting is the main skill.
Common mistakes & how to fix them
- Keep the puff flower tidy
- Puffs worked into a magic ring can leave a loose center. Make all 8 puffs, then pull the tail firmly before joining, and weave it in with a second pass through the ring. Lock every puff with its ch 1 so the next round has a clear top to work into.
- Watch the lattice step out
- At the start of each side you always work a puff into the outer puff of the round below, skip the ch-1 sp, then dc into the inner puff. If your two side puffs ever stack on top of each other instead of stepping outward, you've worked into the wrong puff. Count each side against the table before you finish the round.
- Square up wavy corners
- Puff corners can flare. If your corners ruffle, work the (puff, ch 3, puff) corners with ch 2 instead of ch 3. If they pull in, use ch 4. Blocking straightens small waves, but large ones usually mean your puffs are much taller than your dc, so pull the puff loops up only to dc height.
Materials needed
Yarn
- Yarn: caramel, camel, toffee or cinnamonWorsted weight · One square: 135 yd (123 m)
Tools
- Crochet hook: 5.0 mm (US H-8).
- Tapestry (yarn) needle
- 4 stitch markers (to mark corners)
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Blocking mats and rust-proof pins (or a steamer)
- 12" (30 cm) pillow insert, for the cushion
Gauge & finished measurements
Gauge: Gauge matters, because every square has to match for a neat join. 14 dc and 8 rows = 4" (10 cm) with a 5.0 mm hook. Quick check: After Rnd 4, the square measures about 4.5" (11.5 cm) from side to side. Finished square: 12.5" x 12.5" (32 cm) after Rnd 12 and blocking.
| One square | 12.5" x 12.5" (32 x 32 cm), about 2 to 2.5 hours each. |
|---|---|
| Throw | Layout: 4 x 5 · Finished size (with border): 52" x 64" (132 x 163 cm) · Squares: 20 · Estimated time: 45 to 55 hours |
| Twin coverlet | Layout: 6 x 8 · Finished size (with border): 77" x 102" (196 x 259 cm) · Squares: 48 · Estimated time: 105 to 130 hours |
| Queen coverlet | Layout: 8 x 8 · Finished size (with border): 102" x 102" (259 x 259 cm) · Squares: 64 · Estimated time: 140 to 170 hours |
| Cushion | 1 front + 1 back · 12.5" x 12.5" (32 x 32 cm) · 2 · about 5 hours |
Row counter
Row 0
Tap the circle after each row
The pattern
Puff flower center
Work in rounds with the RS facing you; don't turn. Stitch counts in brackets are the total for the round.
Info: Each side now reads: puff, ch-1 sp, 3 dc, ch-1 sp, puff.
Lattice rounds
Rnds 3 to 10 all follow the same steps. Only the number of dc in the middle of each side (X) changes:
Info: Sl st in next ch-3 sp. Ch 2 (doesn't count), (puff, ch 3, puff) in same sp. *Ch 1, puff in next puff, ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, dc in next X sts, ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, puff in next puff, ch 1, (puff, ch 3, puff) in next ch-3 sp; rep from * 2 more times. Ch 1, puff in next puff, ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, dc in next X sts, ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, puff in next puff, ch 1, sl st in top of first puff.
Info: Each side then reads: puff, ch-1 sp, puff, ch-1 sp, X dc, ch-1 sp, puff, ch-1 sp, puff. The X dc include a dc in the inner puff and ch-1 sp at each end of the round below, which is what moves the lattice outward.
Solid frame
Block the squares
Pin each square to 12.5" x 12.5" and block (see Care Instructions). Gently shape the lattice bands so they run straight from the center to each corner.
Join with raised ridges
Info: The ridges outline each square, and where four squares meet the lattice bands form big diamonds.
Scalloped border
Info: If a side has an odd number of squares, work 2 sc instead of 1 at two seams on that side so the shells fit. Check your counts (N = squares along the side; counts include the corner sc at each end):
Info: Squares along side (N): 4 · Seams with 2 sc: 0 · Rnd 1 sts per side: 185 · Shells per side: 46
Info: Squares along side (N): 5 · Seams with 2 sc: 2 · Rnd 1 sts per side: 233 · Shells per side: 58
Info: Squares along side (N): 6 · Seams with 2 sc: 0 · Rnd 1 sts per side: 277 · Shells per side: 69
Info: Squares along side (N): 8 · Seams with 2 sc: 0 · Rnd 1 sts per side: 369 · Shells per side: 92
Matching cushion (optional, 12.5" / 32 cm)
Important notes
- Tip: Amounts include joining and border. Buy about 10% extra, all from one dye lot.
- Tip: Abbreviations (US terms): MR = magic ring, ch = chain, sl st = slip stitch, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, puff = puff stitch (see below), BLO = back loop only, st(s) = stitch(es), sp(s) = space(s), sk = skip, beg = beginning, rep = repeat, Rnd(s) = round(s), RS / WS = right side / wrong side.
- Tip: Puff stitch (puff): (Yo, insert hook in st or sp, pull up a loop to dc height) 4 times. You'll have 9 loops on the hook. Yo and draw through all 9 loops, then ch 1 to lock. The ch 1 doesn't count; each puff counts as 1 st.
- Tip: Counting rule: In this pattern, each puff, each dc and each ch-1 sp counts as 1 st. When an instruction says "dc in next X sts," work 1 dc into each puff, dc and ch-1 sp you come to.
- Tip: Lattice: The puffs and ch-1 holes beside each corner. Every round they step outward, building the diagonal bands.
- Tip: Washing: Follow your yarn label first. For acrylic or acrylic-cotton blends, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle inside a large mesh bag. Use mild detergent and skip fabric softener, which can flatten the puff stitches.
- Tip: Drying: Roll the bedspread in towels to press out water, then lay it flat over a bed or drying racks. Smooth the lattice bands straight and fluff the puffs with your fingers. Never hang it wet, as the weight stretches it. Tumble dry on low only if the label allows.
- Tip: Blocking squares: Acrylic: Pin each square to 12.5" x 12.5". Hover a steamer about 1" above it without pressing the puffs, then let it cool and dry before unpinning. Cotton or wool blends: Soak for 15 minutes in cool water, squeeze gently, roll in a towel, pin to size and let dry completely.
- Tip: Storage: Fold loosely and store in a breathable cotton bag, away from sunlight. Avoid stacking heavy items on top, which crushes the puffs.
- Tip: Yarn: Worsted weight (#4 Medium) in caramel, camel, toffee or cinnamon. A smooth, soft acrylic or acrylic-cotton blend shows off the puffs, keeps the bedspread lighter and is machine washable.
- Tip: Yarn amounts: One square: 135 yd (123 m); Throw: 2,900 yd (2,650 m), about 15 skeins of 200 yd; Twin coverlet: 6,900 yd (6,310 m), about 35 skeins; Queen coverlet: 9,150 yd (8,365 m), about 46 skeins; Cushion: 300 yd (275 m), about 2 skeins.
- Tip: Gauge: Square too big? Go down a hook size. Too small? Go up one. Puffs vary a lot between makers, so check the size of your first square before making more.
Pattern FAQ
Does a puff stitch blanket use a lot of yarn?
Yes, puff stitches use more yarn than plain dc, because each one is built from several loops. This 12.5" square uses about 135 yards, roughly a third more than a plain granny square of the same size. Plan on about 2,900 yards for a throw.
How do you keep puff stitches from looking messy?
Pull every loop up to the same height, keep your yarn tension relaxed, and always lock each puff with a ch 1. A smooth, plied yarn and a hook with a tapered throat also help the loops slide off evenly.
How many large granny squares make a queen bedspread?
With 12.5" squares, an 8 x 8 layout (64 squares) makes about 102" x 102" with the border, which drapes nicely over a queen bed. For a coverlet that sits on top, 6 x 7 (42 squares) is enough.
Can I make this blanket in a different color?
Absolutely. Solid, warm neutrals like oatmeal, rust or olive show the lattice best. Variegated or very dark yarns hide the texture, so save them for a smaller project.
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Caramel Lattice Puff Stitch Blanket Crochet Pattern (Free Bedspread & Throw), © 2026 Mandy’s Crochet Studio. Source: https://mandyshealthylife.com/patterns/caramel-lattice-puff-stitch-blanket-crochet-pattern-free-bedspread-throw/. Please do not redistribute this pattern.
