This crochet blanket Sandstone and Rose Blanket is a lovely and relaxing crochet project that works up beautifully with just one cake of Mandala yarn.
The soft self-striping shades do all the colorwork for you, creating a gentle gradient that looks far more complicated than it really is. Paired with the open and lacy drunken granny stitch, this pattern offers both texture and drape. Perfect for a lightweight throw or baby blanket.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or just want something peaceful to work on, this pattern is a great choice. The drunken granny stitch is a simple one-row repeat that’s easy to memorize and soothing to stitch. Since the yarn changes color on its own, you won’t need to stop and switch skeins.
Just enjoy the process as the colors flow from one to the next.
I’ve included 11 common blanket sizes in the pattern, from lovey to king, so you can make the perfect blanket for your needs.
Each size listing comes with estimated yardage, beginning chain counts, and approximate rows to help you plan your project. It’s easy to resize too. Just follow the included stitch multiple if you want something totally custom.
This is a wonderful one-cake crochet project to gift or keep. It’s quick, colorful, and fun to make—and the results are always stunning. You’ll find the full free pattern below, including stitch instructions and tips to help you get started. I’ve also linked the baby blanket version made in a solid color if you want to try a different look with the same stitch.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 14 stitches and 5 rows of double crochet every 4 X 4 inches.
Size
Finished size 34 inches X 50 inches of the blanket shown.
- Stroller = 34 X 34 inches
- Receiving = 34 X 40 inches
- Crib = 34 X 50 inches (shown)
- Toddler = 36 X 48 inches
- Teen = 42 X 54 inches
- Small Throw = 50 X 60 inches
- Medium Throw = 54 X 60 inches
- Large Throw = 60 X 72 inches
- Twin = 66 X 90 inches
- Queen = 90 X 100 inches
- King = 100 X 100 inches
Materials
Lion Brand Mandala YarnBonus Bundle. Number 3 weight. 1,181 yards per yarn cake. In the color Meowth.
- Stroller = 34 X 34 inches, 809 yards or 1 skein
- Receiving = 34 X 40 inches, 952 yards or 1 skein of yarn
- Crib = 34 X 50 inches (shown), 1,181 yards or 1 skein of yarn
- Toddler = 36 X 48 inches, 1,250 yards or 2 skeins of yarn
- Teen = 42 X 54 inches, 1,600 yards or 2 skeins of yarn
- Small Throw = 50 X 60 inches, 2,150 yards or 2 skeins of yarn
- Medium Throw = 54 X 60 inches, 2,280 yards or 2 skeins of yarn
- Large Throw = 60 X 72 inches, 3,050 yards or 3 skeins of yarn
- Twin = 66 X 90 inches, 4,200 yards or 4 skeins of yarn
- Queen = 90 X 100 inches, 6,400 yards or 6 skeins of yarn
- King = 100 X 100 inches, 7,100 yards or 7 skeins of yarn
Supplies
Size K Crochet Hook 6.5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
