Pattern includes instructions for 7 sizes!

The Keep A Light On Blanket is a relaxing crochet project using medium-weight yarn. Worked in rows, this blanket combines three different stitch patterns to create a textured fabric that is also reversible. This intermediate level project is also great for the adventurous beginner who is ready to tackle spike stitches. Be sure to check out the photo tutorials at the end of the main pattern for help with making these unique stitches.

Crochet can be an incredibly calming activity, especially during times of anxiety and stress. And so this blanket was designed to be as soothing to make as it is to use. Like most comforting projects, this uncomplicated design includes a variety of stitches that will keep the mind busy, while being repetitive enough to be meditative as well. The thick and puffy stitches will feel so soft in your hands as you work. And when it’s complete, you’ll have a wonderfully comfy blanket to wrap around yourself and the ones you love.

What a relief it is to return home at night to find that someone has left the light on for you. I hope that this project will bring you comfort and be a light you can return to whenever you need it.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Measurements: Choose from 7 sizes
Lovey: 13 x 17 inches (33 x 43 cm)
Baby: 20.5 x 29.5 inches (52 x 75 cm)
Small: 27 x 35 inches (68.5 x 89 cm)
Medium: 32.5 x 40 inches (82.5 x 102 cm)
Large: 40.5 x 50 inches (103 x 127 cm)
X-Large: 48 x 60 inches (122 x 152.5 cm)
XX-Large: 60 x 72 inches (152.5 x 183 cm)

Sample shown is size Large.

If you’re looking to make this blanket in a size other than those listed above, please note that this pattern is NOT easily adjustable.

Materials
Cascade 220 medium (worsted) weight wool yarn (220 yds/201 m; 3.5 oz/100 g per hank): 2 4, 6, 8, 12, 17, 26 hanks of #1038 Dusky Violet
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle

Approximate Medium-Weight Yarn for 7 Sizes
Lovey: 270–300 yds (247–275 m)
Baby: 780–820 yds (714–750 m)
Small: 1220–1260 yds (1116–1153 m)
Medium: 1660–1700 yds (1518–1555 m)
Large: 2500–2560 yds (2286–2341 m)
X-Large: 3700–3800 yds (3384–3475 m)
XX-Large: 5500–5600 yds (5030–5121 m)

Yarn Note
Pattern is designed for medium weight yarn. Lighter or heavier weight yarns may be used. A different weight yarn may require a different size hook, as well as more or less yarn than noted.

PATTERN INCLUDES
• Premium pattern pdf with professional full-color photographs.
• List of abbreviations used, plus detailed instructions and photo tutorial for special stitches.

This pattern listing includes 2 downloadable files:
(1) Main Pattern PDF presents the pattern in a 2-column layout with color photos.
(2) Print- and Screen-Friendly PDF: An additional text-only pdf presents the pattern in a simplified 1-column layout. All text is in black.

Stitches Used
Chain, single crochet, double crochet, spike double crochet, spike extended double crochet

Pattern written in US crochet terms.

This pattern was tested by Fran Elsky

Technical editing by Randy Cavaliere