A new c2c crochet blanket pattern – the Bits & Blocks Blanket – is now a free crochet blanket pattern here on the blog. Read all about this corner to corner crochet pattern, scroll down to view the full free pattern or purchase an ad free PDF PDF from my shop, Etsy shop or Ravelry shop.
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This corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet blanket pattern is the perfect way to turn your scrap yarn into a beautiful, modern color block throw! Designed with worsted weight yarn, each square uses only approx. 7.5 meters of yarn, making it ideal for those tiny leftovers you never know what to do with. The free pattern is available to view right here on the blog, and the blanket pattern comes in 9 sizes: baby (receiving, toddler, crib – small, crib regular), throw, twin, double, queen, and king, so you can make the perfect size for any space or gift.
One of the best parts? No ends to weave in! You’ll join your yarn as you go using the same method shown in my Slipstream Blanket video (be sure to check it out for the step-by-step tutorial). This free crochet pattern is simple, satisfying, and perfect for mindful scrap-busting while creating a bold, color block C2C crochet blanket you’ll love.
Corner-to-Corner (C2C) Crochet Technique
The Corner-to-Corner (C2C) crochet technique is such a fun and relaxing way to make a blanket! Instead of crocheting in straight rows, you start at one corner and work your way diagonally across, building cute little blocks as you go. It’s super satisfying to watch your blanket grow from one corner outwards! This method is perfect if you love playing with color — those color block squares really pop when you mix and match different shades. Using worsted weight yarn in multiple colors gives you a soft, cozy texture that’s perfect for snuggling. And don’t worry if you’re more of a visual learner — you can follow along with either written instructions or a chart, so you can crochet the way that feels easiest for you.
Downloadable PDF for Bits & Blocks C2C Blanket Pattern
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Before You Start Your Bits & Blocks Corner To Corner Crochet Blanket Pattern
Materials
- 5 mm / US H – 9 hook
- Worsted weight yarn: any brand in similar texture that requires similar care, e.g. machine washable wool, acrylic and blended yarns work well together. Cotton and handwash only wools might shrink when washed and make the blanket look uneven if used together with other yarns.You’ll want around 1175 (1850, 2350, 2150, 2900, 3450, 6525, 10625, 11250, 12550) m / 1300 (2025, 2575, 2375, 3200, 3800, 7175, 11700, 12375, 13800) yds
- If you’re making a custom size or Worsted weight yarn: any brand in similar texture that requires similar care, e.g. machine washable wool, acrylic and blended yarns work well together. Cotton and handwash only wools might shrink when washed and make the blanket look uneven if used together with other yarns. o You’ll want around 1175 (1850, 2350, 2150, 2900, 3450, 6525, 10625, 11250, 12550) m / 1300 (2025, 2575, 2375, 3200, 3800, 7175, 11700, 12375, 13800) yds o If you’re making a custom size or planning a certain number of blocks in particular colours, you’ll want to allow around 7.5 m / 8.25 yds for each 7 cm / 2.75” square block in the blanket.
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends.
Gauge
The gauge for this pattern, in diagonal box stitch/corner-to-corner (c2c) stitch, is each 4 x 4 squares block is 7 cm by 7 cm square (2.75” by 2.75”).
Size
The blanket pattern comes in 9 sizes, noted: baby (receiving, toddler, crib – small, crib regular, throw, twin, double, queen, king) throughout the pattern. Pictures illustrate the throw size.
| Blanket sizes | Inches | Centimeters | ||||
| Width | Length | Width | Length | |||
| Stroller / Baby | 32.5 | 38 | 82 | 96 | ||
| Receiving | 43.5 | 43.5 | 110 | 110 | ||
| Toddler | 43.5 | 54.5 | 110 | 138 | ||
| Crib – Small | 38 | 57 | 96 | 145 | ||
| Crib – Regular | 46 | 62.5 | 117 | 159 | ||
| Throw | 54.5 | 62.5 | 138 | 159 | ||
| Twin | 68 | 93 | 173 | 236 | ||
| Double | 93 | 109.5 | 236 | 278 | ||
| Queen | 98.5 | 109.5 | 250 | 278 | ||
| King | 109.5 | 109.5 | 278 | 278 | ||
If the table isn’t easy for you to read, here are the dimensions for the different sizes:
- Width: 82 (110, 110, 96, 117, 138, 173, 236, 250, 278) cm / 32.5 (43.5, 43.5, 38, 46, 54.5, 68, 93, 98.5, 109.5)”
- Length: 96 (110, 138, 145, 159, 159, 236, 278, 278, 278) cm / 38 (43.5, 54.5, 57, 62.5, 62.5, 93, 109.5, 109.5, 109.5)”
The blanket size is easy to adjust working more or less blocks of 7 cm / 2.75” to make your desired size.
Abbreviations
This pattern uses US notations.
- st = stitch
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
Notes
Work instructions between [] the indicated number of times or until the end of the row/round. Instructions between () are worked in the same stitch/space.
The final number of stitches is indicated at the end of the row/round between < >.
The turning ch 1, ch 2 don’t count as stitches throughout the pattern except if mentioned.
The pattern is written in crochet shorthand. For example:
- “dc 1” means to double crochet in the next stitch,
- “dc 2” means to double crochet in each of the next 2 stitches,
- and “2 dc” means to double crochet twice in the next st.
Special Stitches
- The pattern is worked with the diagonal box stitch (c2c) in double crochet stitches: one square refers to a ch 2 + 3 dc stitches.
- Beg/increasing square: Ch 5, dc in 3rd ch from hook and next 2 chs.
Continuing square: sl st to ch-sp of next square, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch-sp.
To decrease at beg of row: Do not work increasing square, turn, sl st across last square made to next ch-sp. Work continuing squares across remaining row.
Tips and Tricks
- If you’re new to corner to corner crochet, this extensive tutorial will teach you how to work the corner to corner box stitch, how to increase & decrease as well as change colors (not needed here).
- I’ve worked with 4×4 st blocks 7 cm / 2.75” squares but you can play around with different sizes to create any stripe and block design and size you want.
To avoid having too many ends to weave in use this magic knot color change technique.
Join As You Go Method Video Tutorials For C2C Blanket Pattern:
Join As You Go C2C Blanket Pattern Right-Handed Video Tutorial:
Join As You Go C2C Blanket Pattern Left-Handed Video Tutorial:
The Actual Bits & Blocks C2C Crochet Blanket Pattern Free
Base Block
You’ll start by working a classic c2c block of 4 squares wide and high.
Row 1: Work beginning square. <1 square>
Row 2: Work increasing square and continuing square. <2 squares>
Row 3 – 4: Work increasing square and continuing squares across all squares. <4 squares>
Row 5: Work as for decreasing at beginning of row then work continuing squares across. <3 squares>
Repeat Row 5 decreasing 1 square with each row until you have one square.
Next Block
Switch to the yarn color you want next. You’ll build your next block on top of the previous one, attaching it with slip stitches as you build it.
Row 1: Ch 5, dc in 3rd st from hook, dc 2, sl st between the 1st and 2nd square of the block below to attach it.
Row 2: Ch 3, sl st between 2nd and 3rd square of the block below, ch 2, turn. Work a normal increasing c2c row.
Keep working increase rows, joining the new block to the existing one as you go until you reach 4 squares.
Then decrease back to 1 square.
Complete Your First Row of Blocks
Switch to your next color yarn and join a new block of 4 squares on top of the previous block.
Continue adding more blocks in this manner until your row has 11 (15, 15, 13, 16, 19, 24, 33, 35, 39) blocks or is the width you want your blanket to be.
Next Row of Blocks
For the next rows, you’ll build along the side of the first row.
- The first block of each new row only joins to the block you just finished.
- Every other block in that row joins on two sides: to the block right before it in the same row and to the block above it in the previous row.
- You’ll join both sides the same way: with sl st between blocks and ch 3 to bridge blocks.
Continue adding more rows in the same way until your blanket has 13 (15, 19, 20, 22, 22, 33, 39, 39, 39) rows or is the length you want your blanket to be.
Blocking
You’re done with the crocheting part, make sure to weave in all the ends.
To make your blanket even prettier and help straighten your edges, block your project.Don’t skip this step as it can make a huge difference. Read my detailed tutorial on why block, how-to, and all my tips and tricks if you need help.
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