If you’ve been dreaming of trying crochet cables but didn’t know where to start, the Freya Ombre Cable Blanket is the perfect pattern to guide you. Designed with beginners in mind, this elegant blanket teaches the art of cabling in a way that feels approachable and rewarding.
The magic happens as the soft ombre yarn fades from one shade to the next, gently highlighting the flow of each beautifully curved cable. The texture is rich, the stitches are satisfying, and the result is nothing short of stunning. It’s one of those heirloom-worthy projects that looks advanced—but with step-by-step guidance, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick it up.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
For many crocheters, tackling cables feels like an ambitious leap—but the Freya Ombre Cable Blanket makes it a joy to learn. This pattern offers a graceful introduction to cable techniques while still delivering a sophisticated design.
Whether you’re snuggling up on the couch or gifting a handmade treasure, the blanket brings warmth, sophistication, and a whole new crochet skill to your fingertips.
Elegant. Cozy. Learnable. Your cable journey starts here.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Intermediate Crocheter
Gauge
Approximately 12 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches
Size
Make this any Size you want using the stitch multiples. Here are two suggested sizes.
Large Throw Blanket. 50 inches X 55 inches without border or 54 inches X 59 inches with border.
Afghan. 50 inches X 61 inches without border or 54 inches X 65 inches with border. (shown).
Change the size using multiples of 10 + 4 Using the Foundation Half Double Crochet.
*Optional beginning. If you want to work the chain stitches, then the first row of half double crochet stitches, start with a chain using stitch multiples of 10 + 5. Tip. When starting this way, the first row of the pattern detailed below will become your row two and so on.
Materials
Red Heart Super Saver Ombre yarn. It’s an acrylic yarn. 482 yards per skein. In Navy Ombre Color.
Throw Blanket Size uses 6 ½ skeins or 3,100 yards total.
Afghan Size uses 7 skeins or 3,374 yards total.
Supplies
Size I Crochet Hook 5.5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
