When we are talking about iconic designs, Dune Blanket by Lucy of Attic 24 is definitely one of them! Beautiful shell stitch variation works perfectly with original colorway, but – as you will soon see – other color combinations bring out the unexpected.
If you’ve been following my Recommendation Series, you may have noticed that crochet stitches are my main territory of interest! This time, though, I couldn’t help myself and decided to focus on this particular blanket design and its many lovely versions.
To learn more about iconic crochet designs, check out my other articles on particular projects – I’ve already covered 6 Day Kid Blanket, Nature’s Walk CAL, or Sophie’s Universe, to name a few!
Looking good? Great, let’s start our explorations!
calm and soothing
First things first – to learn more about Dune Blanket, I recommend you visiting attic24.typepad.com, because that’s where you will find all the informations you need! Lucy created a comprehensive knowledge base that will help you make your own version of this blanket, so be sure to check it out.
To learn even more, head to project’s page on ravelry.com, where you can see projects by other users, or join in a discussion.
Materials and Colorway
If you like original colorway, you can purchase the whole Stylecraft Yarn Pack on woolwarehouse.co.uk, which was curated by Lucy herself! Isn’t it cool? All 15 colors will be delivered straight to you, along with ten-page pattern, so that there’s nothing else you need to do but start.
This beach-inspired colorway is lovely, but in the next part of the article you will see that there are as many ideas as there are crocheters! Be sure to always work with colors and materials you feel the connection with.
- photo by Lucy of Attic 24 on attic24.typepad.com
Dune Blanket
Final size of the blanket is 120 x 180 cm (47″ x 71″), but it’s easy to change the size if you want. It will be nice as a baby blanket, or an everyday throw.
This pattern is worked in repeatable rows, so it’s perfect for beginners! If you like meditative projects, this one will make you dive deep – and the effect will be stunning.
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I loved researching Dune Blanket versions, so I hope that you will like my selection! Dive into the world of inspiring colorways and see how many different effects you can achieve, even when you work with the same pattern.
All the projects you see below are based on Dune Blanket, which is available as free crochet pattern, and was designed by Lucy of Attic 24. Links to her website and other useful info are in the first part of this article!
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Delicate Dune Blanket Ideas
Dune Blanket Version by Crochet and Fairylights
Subtle hues of pink, green and blue always remind me of spring flowers, so choose similar palette if you want the freshness! Crocheter behind Crochet and Fairylights decided to repurpose the yarn she chose for her temperature blanket, which she never made. It happens more often than we’re ready to admit, right? There’s nothing wrong about changing the plans!
- photos by @crochetandfairylights on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Cornish Loops
Dark colorways don’t have to be heavy or masculine, and this version by Cornish Loops is a great example! Pinks and creams are entwined between greys and charcoal, creating the wave effect. I can see it as an elegant bedspread – take a look below and see for yourself!
- photos by @cornish_loops on Instagram: source
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Crochet by Jess
Learning how to choose colors for crochet isn’t that hard, and it definitely doesn’t require creating a big color palette. As you can see in the photos, Jess went for just three hues – two pinks and one dusty green. This combination will be great for baby blankets, so keep it in mind when making something for a little one.
- photos by @crochet.by_jess on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by orgu_hazinesi_42
If all you could think about is “but what about all these ends???”, I have a good news for you, but first take a look at the picture below. You can make a lovely shell blanket with just three colors – there, I said it! You don’t need to go for the whole rainbow for the effect to be lovely. Orgu_hazinesi_42 proves it with every blanket they make. What’s more to this project? A nice scalloped edging, of course!
- photos by @orgu_hazinesi_42 on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Love Crochet by Elaine
I am so very much into dusty palettes, I can’t even tell you! This one made me stop immediately, because it is sophisticated and eye-catching. When you take a closer look at the photo below, you will see that colors are not repeated uniformly, but rather that there’s some variation. What ties them all together, though, is the fact, that the darkest color – dusty blue – shows up every five rows. Clever!
- photo by @lovecrochetbyelaine on Instagram: source
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by cannycrafterne
Do you dream about the beach, warm sand and humming sea? Well, you can keep the memory of summer with this cute seashore palette. Cannycrafterne went for a classic blanket trick – start with sandy hues and then transfer into blues, creating the illusion of a shore. You can see how it works in the photos below!
- photos by @cannycrafterne on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
You may also like this article: Nature’s Walk CAL Ideas
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Classic Dune Blanket Versions
Dune Blanket Version by Katie Creates UK
When I imagine the summer spent on the shore, I can see iridescent sparkles and shells under my feet. That’s exactly what this blanket makes me think about, because we can find here not only deep blues and greens, but also golden sandy hues and pinks. As you can see in the photos, Katie did a fantastic job with the color flow, so keep it as an inspiration!
- photos by @katiecreatesuk on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Carla Brown
Pastels and dusty hues go very well together, and Carla knows it well! She decided to use a curated color pack by Lucy, which I mentioned earlier in the article, so check it out if you missed it! As this palette is not exactly girly, nor it is filled with baby colors only, I am sure it will fit right into any sophisticated living room or patio.
- photos by @c.brown685 on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Vibrant Dune Blanket Ideas
Dune Blanket Version by Martina Odenthal
Scrappy dunes? Yes, please! Martina repurposed leftover yarns from other Lucy’s projects – Sweet Pea Blanket and Meadow Blanket. As you can see below, these palettes work great with each other, even when the colors are mixed up. Don’t forget to add a simple border and voila!
- photos by @stufenzumgericht on Instagram: source
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Little Dove Crochet
Are you into basic colors? There’s a way to make them look great together without going full rainbow mode! Take a peek at Little Dove Crochet’s version and notice that many of the colors are subdued. Not only are they arranged in a nice color flow, but also a little bit dusty and delicate. It’s the best way to make a sophisticated palette!
- photos by @littledovecrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Daffodil Garden – Dune Blanket Version by inknittingnews
This colorway fits right into the spring theme, right? Yellows and greens of daffodils work perfectly together, just as the nature wanted them to. Now look at the picture closely, because there you can see that this blanket is in fact made with multicolored yarn. Crocheter behind inknittingnews cleverly went for one big yarn cake instead of weaving in ends – a great idea, if you ask me!
- photos by inknittingnews on ravelry.com
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Little Paws Crochet
If you are deep immersed with all things crochet, you may feel a little familiarity with this colorway – and you would be right! Crocheter behind Little Paws Crochet decided to employ the palette from another lovely design by Lucy – Sweet Pea Blanket. Just take a look at the photos below and tell me it’s not just fabulous!
- photos by @littlepawscrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version by Brigithaakt
When I first saw this version by Brigit, I couldn’t stop smiling! It’s the most cheerful, but still very well balanced palette. Shades of pink are intertwined with red, yellow and cream tones, and I can’t really pinpoint if it reminds me more of flowers, or layers of fruity jelly! Please take a close look at the pictures below, because this version is just stunning.
- photos by @birgithaakt on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Dune Blanket Version 2 by Little Paws Crochet
Another lovely version by Little Paws Crochet features a more classic, but still energetic palette – a rainbow! If you are a fan of such vibrant designs, this one will be right up your alley. As you can see in the photos, the colors have a nice flow and work beautifully with shell stitch.
- photos by @littlepawscrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
You may also like this tutorial: How to Crochet Alpine Stitch
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Dune Blanket Version by milli_crea
Now let’s try something else, shall we? Crocheter behind milli_crea decided to go for just five colors – all of them dusty and sophisticated. Irregular stripes are not easy to pull off nicely, so I’m very impressed with the final result here! Take a peek below and see for yourself, because the alignment of every hue looks as if it was planned in advance.
- photos by @milli_crea on Instagram: top, bottom
Link to original free crochet pattern is in the first part of this article, but to see more of this version, please click the links below the photo.
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Unusual Versions of Catherine Wheel Stitch
Squared Dune Blanket Version by Frank and Rosie
Shell stitch used in original Dune Blanket is not totally original, but that’s a common thing! Crocheter behind Frank and Rosie went for a squared version of this stitch, which you can find under many names. What’s important, though, is that they kept the original colorway designed by Lucy – and I must admit that it works beautifully here! Take a peek below, see for yourself and let me know in the comments which version do you like the most!
- photos by @frank.and.rosie on Instagram: top, bottom
There are many different designs that use shell stitches similar to Dune Blanket, for example Beautiful Shells Blanket by Lahoma Jayne Nally. Click the link for free crochet pattern!
You may also like this tutorial: How To Crochet Granny Stripe Stitch
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They are very beautiful, do they have a video of the instructions?
hi Elva! I’m not sure about the tutorial for this particular pattern, but I remember that there are lots of videos on YouTube that show this stitch. Search for “dune blanket” on YT and something will come up!
Hi where can i find the pattern at the top of the page the blanket that has shells and is greenie blue and is white and grey
hi Janet, it’s linked right below the picture 🙂
Hi kate i cannot find the pattern for the shell blanket which is in three colours mint grey white and it has a shell edging i have tried everywhere to find it click here click there just can’t find it any help would be great
Janet. I bought the pattern and materials from attic 24. My problem is I can not seem to get the shells close together. I have tried growing smaller hook. But still I really don’t know what to do. Can you give me some suggestions.
Thanks for your time. Tammy Spencer
hi Tammy, Kate here – it’s not my project, so please contact the author of the pattern for instructions.