Crochet Star Blanket Ideas
Crochet star blanket patterns are a fantastic alternative to regular-shaped ones, such as rectangular or circular. You can interpret this unique shape in many ways because you can easily adjust the number of arms your star has. Baby blankets of this shape will be great baby shower gifts, especially when paired with other accessories in the same color scheme.
There are many crochet patterns for star blankets, so you can choose any style you like! If you are going to come up with your own pattern, be careful about calculating the right number of stitches, because you may end up with frills.
Are crochet star blankets hard to make?
Not at all! To achieve the star shape, you will have to work increases in the right places so that your blanket grows in a predictable way. Of course, we work star blankets in the round, so that’s another thing you should be aware of. Most of the patterns use basic stitches, so I think it’s a great upper-beginner-level project.
What do I need to start?
As with any crochet project, you will need a pattern, some yarn, and a crochet hook. In my Crochet Roundup section, you will find a selection of the most eye-catching ideas, as well as free and paid patterns to get started!
Remember that your yarn of choice will highly affect the final size of the blanket.
When in doubt, see my Knowledge Base for Beginners!
How to choose the right pattern
Great question! I’ve written an article about it called How to Choose the Right Crochet Project, but for this specific theme, I recommend this approach:
- Think about the size and shape you want to achieve, because stars may differ from one another very much! The more arms, the more circular your blanket will be.
- Do you want it plain or with sprinkles? I’m joking, of course, but what I mean is, how much pizzazz in terms of stitches you’d like to add? Bobbles, granny, or lace? It’s all up to you!
- When in doubt, choose simplicity, because it’s the best way to ensure you actually finish the project without getting frustrated!
Talking about stitches…
Our growing website and library of free crochet patterns have some projects that might interest you, so if you want to know more about crochet, read my articles on different topics.
Free Crochet Star Blanket Patterns
It was a true challenge to choose just a few crochet star blanket ideas for this post because there are so many fantastic versions out there!
Read carefully for free crochet patterns and tutorials.
Rising Star Baby Blanket by Shannon Holding
Shannon’s crochet star blanket pattern ticks all the boxes: it’s elegant, it’s beautifully detailed, and it serves its purpose. Despite being a star-shaped baby blanket, this project grows out from the circular shape. 12 arms instead of 6 or 8 provide great coverage – a perfect choice for a stroller blanket!
photo by Shannon Holding from ravelry.com
photo by Shannon Holding from ravelry.com
This free crochet pattern is available on theloopholefox.com; more info on ravelry.com.
12 Point Star by Bella Coco Crochet
Bella Coco’s baby blanket can double as a small playmat or a rug, depending on the type of yarn you choose for the project. The soft dusty pastel colorway is a great choice for expecting parents because it’s gender-neutral. Notice in the photo below how a thin stripe of white divides the colors, making them lighter and more vibrant.
photo by Bella Coco Crochet from blog.bellacococrochet.com
This free crochet pattern is available on blog.bellacococrochet.com; more info on ravelry.com.
12 Point Star Blanket Version by CiasteczkaTynki
Now this is a truly mesmerizing design! Multicolored yarn chosen by CiasteczkaTynki works exceptionally well in circular projects. The colorway is very colorful, but subdued, which makes it super elegant. Take a look below to see how a simple white border turns chaos into an elegant heirloom piece.
photo by CiasteczkaTynki from ravelry.com
photo by CiasteczkaTynki from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called 12 Point Star by Bella Coco Crochet, which is available on blog.bellacococrochet.com; more info on ravelry.com.
Neon Rainbow Star Blanket by lurv2knit
If you lack colors in your life, this project might be for you. Crocheter behind the name lurv2knit chose a striking palette with black lines in between each color. I can see this blanket being cherished by a bold teenager, or as a magical element of everyday playtime in kids’ room.
photo by lurv2knit from ravelry.com
photo by lurv2knit from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Chromium Star Blanket by Laura Lynn Hanks, available on thekidneybean.wordpress.com. More info about the pattern is on ravelry.com.
Star Blanket Version by Shaolintemple
Five star blanket patterns have this classic shape we all love so much. The crocheter called Shaolintemple combined white yarn with super colorful, self-striping one, achieving stunning effects. Two rows of white, and two rows of colors – and the blanket transforms into a painterly work of art.
photo by Shaolintemple from ravelry.com
photo by Shaolintemple from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Star Blanket by Bernat Design Studio, available on yarnspirations.com. More info about the pattern is on ravelry.com.
Western Stars Can Break Your Heart by emmipea
If earthy tones with a twist are your jam, you will love this blanket by emmipea. It’s a scrap yarn blanket, but it’s very much thought out. The secret to this bohemian look is Stylecraft Batik DK yarn, which creates delicate color changes. This stone-washed effect is a beautiful way of making your work more interesting.
photo by emmipea from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called 6 Day Star Blanket by Betty McKnit, which you can find on bettymcknit.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com.
Pink Peony Blanket by AFwifeCrochetNut
Can a star blanket imitate a flower? It surely can, and this project by AFwifeCrochetNut is the best example. Shades of pink become lighter and ligher the more we move away from the center, ending with a dainty cream scalloped edge. If you’re looking for a romantic design, go no further – this one is as romantic as can be!
photo by AFwifeCrochetNut from ravelry.com
photo by AFwifeCrochetNut from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket by Celeste Young, which you can download from ravelry.com.
Pastel Star Blankets by Butterfly Crochet
Five-point blankets have the cutest star shape because it’s a classic one! The crocheter behind Butterfly Crochet is a big fan of rainbows, and I decided to show you two most adorable ones – pastel ones! As you can see, it’s sweet, and the color flow is on point, so keep it in mind for your next project.
photos by @_butterflycrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
To make a very similar project, you can use a free crochet pattern called Star Blanket by Bernat Design Studio, which is available on yarnspirations.com and ravelry.com.
Crochet Star Blanket by Valérie
I am a big fan of dividing colors with white, and Valérie’s project in the photos below proves that it works great! Sometimes colors don’t look good when placed one by one, but the simple trick of incorporating white in between works like magic!
photos by @amigurustitch on Instagram: source
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called 12 Point Star Blanket by Bella Coco, which you can find on bellacococrochet.com.
Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket Version by Zeba Mohsin
You don’t have to have any special skills to turn a simple star blanket into a structural one, because all you need are post stitches! Yes, take a look at Zeba’s project in the pictures below and notice that some of her rounds are “sticking out”. How to do it? Just work these rows as back post stitches!
photos by Zeba Mohsin from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket by Celeste Young, which you can download from ravelry.com.
12 Point Star Blanket Version by Yarn Sister
A star with twelve points and gentle spikes looks almost as if it’s a flower, am I right? Nicole chose a beloved pattern by Bella Coco and used a bunch of juicy vibrant colors. Take a look at the photo and see what a difference the edging makes, because it’s the perfect finishing touch!
photos by @yarnsister on Instagram: top, bottom
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called 12 Point Star Blanket by Bella Coco, which you can find on bellacococrochet.com. Find interesting edging ideas in my article about The Best Crochet Edging and Border Ideas.
Starburst Blankie by Maeketh
Rainbow-colored yarn cakes are a great choice for blankets that you work in the round because there’s no weaving involved! If you are a lazy crocheter like me, you will know how good this is. Maeketh combined two cakes of Honeydukes colorway from Lion Brand Mandala yarn, so check it out below!
photos by Maeketh from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Starburst Blankie by Teresa Chorzepa, which you can download from lionbrand.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com.
Pom-pom Star Blanket by Jill of neverjillian
Remember, there’s always a way to make a project sophisticated and subdued because it’s all about the colors. Jill went for earthy hues, such as dark greys, dark reds and yellows. I can see this project looking amazing in a modern nursery, but what I love most are the pom-poms!
photos by @neverjillian on Instagram: top, bottom
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called 12 Point Star Blanket by Bella Coco, which you can find on bellacococrochet.com. Learn how to make pom-poms with a tutorial by Heart Hook Home, available on hearthookhome.com.
Spaced Out Baby Blanket by tachyons22
If you want to combine fun with education, transform your simple blanket into a map of the Milky Way! Crocheter going by the name tachyons22 used the center of the blanket as the Sun and added applique on the arms to show where the planets are. So clever!
photos by tachyons22 from ravelry.com
This is a version of a free crochet pattern called Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket by Celeste Young, which you can download from ravelry.com. To make your own appliques, get inspired by my article about The Art of Freeform Crochet.
Paid Crochet Star Blanket Patterns
Bobble Star Blanket Version by Cupcake Crochet Crafts
Colorful bobbles? Yes, please! This cute blanket by Cupcake Crochet Crafts uses grey yarn for the background and colorful yarn for the textured rows. I can easily see this blanket in a modern nursery, or used as a rug in kids’ rooms!
photos by @cupcake_crochet_crafts on Instagram: top, bottom
This project used the Bobble Star Blanket pattern by Donna Browne, which you can purchase through lovecrafts.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com. Learn more about bobbles in my article about Fun Bobble Stitch Ideas.
Starborn by Johanna Lindahl
While many of the patterns for star blankets use medium-weight cotton yarns, Johanna’s project makes the most of light ombre yarn. It’s delicate and drapey, so the final effect has quite a different feel! As you can see, this pattern features both openwork and post stitches, which she balanced in a beautiful way.
photos by Johanna Lindahl from ravelry.com
You can purchase this pattern through ravelry.com, or read more about it on mijocrochet.se.
Ailsa’s Peacock Delight by Ailsa Crochet
What about a mosaic crochet star blanket – isn’t it a crazy idea? This project by Ailsa features truly Nordic colors because they remind me of Northern Lights! Mosaic crochet is quite a challenging technique, so be sure to grasp the basics of it before starting this project.
photos by AilsaCrochet from ravelry.com
This is a version of a pattern called Peacock Delight CAL by Crochet Hooks and Magic, which you can purchase through ravelry.com, or read more about it on crochethooksandmagic.com.
