Crochet Minion Granny Square Security Blanket

If you're looking for a delightful project that combines creativity and coziness, the Crochet Minion Granny Square Security Blanket is a charming choice! This adorable blanket not only keeps you warm but also brings a touch of whimsy with its lovable minion-inspired design. Perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters, this project allows you to showcase your skills while creating a comforting security blanket that's bound to bring smiles.

With its bright colors and cute minion motifs, crafting this blanket is not just a hobby; it's a heartwarming journey filled with joy and warmth. So grab your crochet hook, choose your favorite yarn colors, and get ready to crochet a piece of comfort that will be cherished for years to come!

Red Heart Yarns Used in Pattern

• Yellow
• Turquoise
• Black
• Brown
• White

Other Materials Used in Pattern

• Poly-Fiber Fill
• 2 Sm. Black Buttons
• Needle & thread
• Tapestry Needle
• Stitch Marker

Stitches Used in Pattern

• Single Crochet
• Double Crochet

Abbreviations Used in Pattern

• ch - chain
• st - stitch
• sts - stitches
• dec - decrease
• sl st - slip stitch
• sc - single crochet
• dc - double crochet
• FLO - Front Loops Only
• BLO - Back Loops Only
• FO - Fasten Off

Hooks Used in Pattern

I, E, F, G, and C

Instructions for Making the Body

To make the Body: with Yellow Yarn & F Hook (use a stitch marker)

• Ch2
• Row 1. 6sc in the 2nd st from the hook.
• Row 2. 2sc in each st - 12sts.
• Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st - 18sts.
• Row 4. 1sc in 2, 2sc in the next st - 24sts.
• Row 5. 1sc in 3, 2sc in the next st - 30sts.
• Row 6. 1sc in 4, 2sc in the next st - 36sts.
• Row 7. 1sc in 5, 2sc in the next st - 42sts.
• Row 8. 1sc in 42sts
• Rows 9-21. repeat row 8
• Change to Turquoise
• Row 22. 1sc in the FLO in 12sts, 1sc in 9sts, 1sc in the FLO in 12sts, 1sc in 9.
• Row 23. 1sc in each st - 42sts.
• Rows 24-27. repeat row 23
• Row 28. 1sc in 5, dec1sc around - 36sts.
• Row 29. 1sc in 4, dec1sc around - 30sts.
• Row 30. 1sc in 3, dec1sc around - 24sts.
• Row 31. 1sc in 2, dec1sc around - 18sts.
• Stuff
• Row 32. 1sc in 1, dec1sc around - 12sts.
• Row 33. dec1sc until closed and FO.

Instructions for Making the Bib

To make the Bib, attach yarn with a sl st to the unworked back loops in the 12sts in row 22

• Row 1. 1sc in 12sts, ch1 & turn.
• Rows 2-3. repeat row 1 and FO.
• Repeat rows 1-3 on the other side to make the back bib, do not FO yet.
• Change to a C Hook
• Row 4. wk 1sc in 2sts, ch1 & turn, repeat until the first strap reaches the front bib, ch 2 or 3 to make a small button hole, 1sl st in the next st then FO. Attach yarn to the other side and repeat.

Instructions for Making the Eye/Goggles

To make the Eye/Goggles: with a C Hook & Black Yarn

• Ch2
• Row 1. 6sc in the 2nd st from the hook.
• Change to Brown
• Row 2. 2sc in each st - 12sts.
• Change to White
• Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st - 18sts.
• Change to Light Grey
• Row 4. 1sc in the FLO in each st around - 18sts.
• Row 5. 1sc in each st around - 18sts.
• Row 6. 1sc in the BLO and FO.
• Sew the eye in place with a needle & thread.

Instructions for Making the Goggles Straps

To make the little piece on each side of the Goggles: Light Grey Yarn & C Hook

• Ch4
• Row 1. 1sc in 3sts, ch1 & turn.
• Repeat until the strap reaches all the way around and right up to the other side of the eye.

Instructions for Making the Pocket

To make the Pocket: with Turquoise Yarn & C Hook

• Row 1. 1sc in 8sts, ch1 & turn.
• Row 2. dec1sc, 1sc in 4, dec1sc, ch1 & turn.
• Row 3. 1sc in 6sts, ch1 & turn.
• Row 4. dec1sc, 1sc in 2, dec1sc and FO.
• Sew the pocket to the front of the overalls.

Instructions for Making the Arms

To make the Arms: with Yellow Yarn & C Hook (make 2)

• Ch6
• Row 1. 1sc in 6sts
• Repeat until arms are about 4 or 5 inches long and FO.

Instructions for Making the Small Black Glove

To make the small black Glove with an E Hook

• Ch2
• Row 1. wk 7sc in the 2nd st from the hook.
• Row 2. 1sc in each st around - 7sts.
• Rows 3-4. repeat row 2 and FO.

Instructions for Making the Small Black Thumbs

To make the small Black Thumbs: with a C Hook

• Ch4
• wk 1sl st in 3 sts and FO. Sew the thumbs in place.
• Stuff the yellow end of the arms down inside the black gloves and sew in place.

Instructions for Making the Blanket Part

To make the Blanket part with an I hook

• Ch3 (in this pattern ch3 counts for the first st)
• Row 1. Wk 11dc in the second ch st from the hook, (you will have 12sts) join & ch3.
• Row 2. Wk 2dc in each st, ch1, repeat all the way around join with a sl st, sl st to the next ch1 space and ch3.
• Row 3. 2dc in each ch space, ch1 repeat all the way around, join with a sl st and sl st to the next ch1 space and ch3.
• Row 4. 3dc in each ch space, ch1, repeat all the way around (you will always join with a sl st and then sl st your way to the next ch1 space unless instructed).
• Row 5. Wk 2dc in the next space, ch1 and wk 2 more dc in the same space, ch1, and repeat all the way around, ch3.
• Row 6. Wk 2dc in the next space, ch1, wk 3dc, ch1, repeat and ch3.
• Row 7. Wk 3dc, ch1, 3dc, repeat, (remembering to st st to next ch1 space) ch3.
• Row 8. Wk 4dc in the next space, ch1, repeat all the way around, ch3.
• Row 9. Wk 2dc, ch1, wk 2dc in the same space, repeat and ch3.
• Row 10. Wk 3dc in the next ch1 space, ch1, wk 2dc in the next space, repeat and ch3.
• Row 11. Wk 2dc in the next ch space, ch1, repeat all the way around and ch3.
• Rows 12-15. Wk 3dc in each space, ch1, repeat and ch3.
• Row 16. Wk 2dc in the next space, ch1, wk 2dc, ch1, wk 2dc in the same space all the way around and FO.

Instructions for Making the Ruffle

To make the ruffle, change to Yellow

• Row 1. wk 1sc in each st and even the ch1 space, around, join and ch3.
• Row 2. Wk 3dc in each st around, ch3 & turn.
• Row 3. Wk 1dc in each st around and FO.

Instructions for Making the Turquoise Trim

To make the Turquoise Trim: I used a G Hook

• Attach yarn with a sl st, ch3, sk 1st, 1sc in the next st, repeat all the way around and FO.

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