This fun and cozy Paw Patrol crocheted blanket is perfect for any young fan of the beloved animated series. Featuring vibrant images of popular characters like Chase, Marshall, and Rocky, this blanket adds a playful touch to any child’s room. The colorful paw prints and fringe border enhance its charm, making it a delightful and functional piece for warmth and comfort.
Paw Patrol Crocheted Blanket
Creating this Paw Patrol-themed crocheted blanket is a rewarding project that combines creativity and skill. The pattern is detailed, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced crocheters. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to craft this beautiful and cozy blanket.
Here is a detailed crochet pattern to create your own Paw Patrol-themed blanket. This guide includes the necessary materials and step-by-step instructions to ensure a perfect and charming design.
Materials:
- Yarn: Soft acrylic yarn in various colors (blue, green, red, white, black, brown, orange, etc.)
- Crochet hook: Size appropriate for your yarn (typically 4 mm – 5 mm)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Tape measure
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (2 stitches in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (2 stitches together)
Pattern:
Base Blanket:
- Start:
- With blue yarn, ch 150 (or desired width).
- R1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and across. Turn.
- R2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st across. Turn.
- Repeat R2 until the blanket reaches the desired length.
Character Appliqués:
- Chase:
- Using brown yarn, create the body shape with dc and hdc stitches.
- Use blue yarn for his uniform, yellow for accents.
- Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes with black and white yarn.
- Use black yarn for the nose and mouth details.
- Sew the completed appliqué onto the blanket.
- Marshall:
- Using white yarn, create the body shape with dc and hdc stitches.
- Use red yarn for his uniform and hat.
- Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes with black and white yarn.
- Use black yarn for the nose and mouth details.
- Sew the completed appliqué onto the blanket.
- Rocky:
- Using light gray yarn, create the body shape with dc and hdc stitches.
- Use green yarn for his uniform.
- Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes with black and white yarn.
- Use black yarn for the nose and mouth details.
- Sew the completed appliqué onto the blanket.
Paw Prints:
- Small Paw Print:
- With a contrasting color, make a magic ring.
- R1: Ch 1, 6 sc in ring, join with sl st.
- R2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around (total 12 sc). Join with sl st.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Sew randomly onto the blanket.
- Large Paw Print:
- Follow the same steps as the small paw print, increasing to 18 sc in R3.
- Add additional details to match the Paw Patrol theme.
- Sew onto the blanket as desired.
Border and Fringe:
- Border:
- With white yarn, join at any corner of the blanket.
- R1: Ch 1, sc evenly around the edges of the blanket, placing 3 sc in each corner. Join with sl st.
- R2: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Fringe:
- Cut multiple strands of yarn in various colors, each about 8 inches long.
- Fold each strand in half and pull the loop through the edge of the blanket. Pull the ends through the loop and tighten.
- Repeat this process evenly around the edges of the blanket.