How to Crochet Flowers and Borders for Your Blanket

Introduction

The quantity of stitches is multiplied by 5 + 4.

Starting the Blanket

Start with CH 3 (counts as 1 DC). Make 1 DC in each of the next 3 stitches. Then, make 2 DC in the next stitch.

Creating the Flower

Using the 2 DC as a "stitch ring," repeat the following steps:

• CH 2
• 1 DC in the ring
• CH 2
• SLST in the ring

Do this twice on the 1st DC. Rotate the work and repeat the steps above twice on the 2nd DC.

Continuing the Flower Pattern

Facing the work in the normal position, proceed with:

• CH 2
• 1 DC in the ring
• CH 2
• SLST in the ring

Finish by making a CH 1 (tightly) and then 1 DC in each of the next 4 stitches.

Repeating the Flower Across the Row

Repeat the flower pattern across the row.

Adding a Border Around the Blanket

If using a border around the blanket, place 2 DC in each corner and make a flower in each corner as well.

Finally, fasten off and weave the ends for a finished look.