How To Crochet A Blanket For Absolute Beginners The Rainbow Blanket

The video begins with the host introducing her favorite crochet stitch used for creating scarves, purses, and especially blankets. She emphasizes the versatility of this stitch, which can be used with a variety of yarn types, from thin thread to super bulky yarns, and textured yarns like homespun. The host recounts her experience finding the perfect yarn for this project at Hobby Lobby, a cotton sparkle yarn called 'B sugar wheel cotton, sparkle in twirls at Twilight.' She explains that the stitch will be the focus of the tutorial, and she encourages viewers to use their preferred materials, including a crochet hook that matches the yarn's recommended size, scissors, fabric glue for finishing blankets, and a measuring tape to ensure the correct dimensions.

In this paragraph, the host demonstrates how to start the crochet project by making a slipknot and chaining to the desired length for the blanket, using a measuring tape to ensure accuracy. She explains that the number of chains does not need to be counted, but rather the tension should be loose to allow the yarn's color to shine. The host then proceeds to show how to begin the pattern by double crocheting in the second chain from the hook and continues to explain the process of creating the first row of the pattern. She emphasizes the importance of using the recommended crochet hook size found on the yarn label and shares her preference for using a slightly larger hook for a looser, more comfortable blanket.

The host continues the tutorial by teaching the front and back loop double crochet technique, which creates a woven look in the finished piece. She illustrates how to perform a front loop double crochet by inserting the hook into the second stitch of the previous row and working around it, then contrasts this with a back loop double crochet, which is done by going through the back of the work. The pattern alternates between front and back loop double crochets, creating a textured effect. The host provides a clear demonstration on how to end the row correctly to maintain the shape and ensure the work does not angle inward, which is crucial for the blanket's integrity.

The host explains how to continue the pattern by doing the opposite of what was done in the previous row, which creates a weaving effect. She demonstrates this by alternating between front and back loop double crochets, ensuring that the pattern is consistent and the work progresses evenly. The host emphasizes that once the viewer gets into the rhythm of the pattern, they won't need to count stitches, making the project a relaxing one. She encourages viewers to keep the measuring tape handy to monitor the progress and to grow the project until the desired dimensions are reached.

In the final paragraph, the host guides viewers on how to finish the project by cutting the yarn, tying off, and weaving in the ends using fabric glue to secure them. She shares a personal tip about using fabric glue to prevent the ends from unraveling after washing, ensuring the blanket's durability. The host demonstrates the weaving process, cutting off excess yarn, and applying a small amount of glue to secure the ends. She concludes by celebrating the completion of the project and encourages viewers to use the stitch in their own blanket projects, highlighting the pattern's ease and relaxing nature. The host also reminds viewers to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for her channel, which releases new content every Tuesday and Friday.