Harlequin stitch has always been interesting to me, and I’ve always wanted to try it. When looking around where to start, I’ve found fantastic tutorial by Brittany from Just Be Crafty. Not only is this stitch colorful and cheerful, but also very versatile. Beginners, don’t fret – it’s quite easy, too!
endless possibilities!
This lovely stitch is most often used for baby blankets, but you can conjure up whatever comes to your mind. Throws, wall hangings, even capes or mitts – it all can be done using harlequin stitch. Choose the color palette you will love and try it today!
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Materials:
Brittany used Big Twist Value yarn, which is aran weight yarn. She chose lovely colors: Light Rose, Light Teal and Gold. She also used 5.0 mm crochet hook, as well as scissors and yarn needle.
To make this stitch, you will use a configuration of chains, single crochet and double crochet stitches, as well as increase and decrease. These are basic techniques, which should be a starting point for anyone interested in learning crochet.
Check out full video tutorial here, or get a written pattern here.
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crochet roundup!
There are just too many beautiful creations featuring Harlequin Stitch, so I was careful to choose the most stunning of all. You can go for contrasting colors or delicate rainbow – play with it and find your own style!
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Pretty Contrasts
Crochet Harlequin Blanket by Daisy Farm Crafts
This classic baby blanket is gender neutral, so it will look amazing in any nursery! It’s one of the most popular harlequin patterns available online for free, so you can find many different versions of it, made by talented crocheters. Daisy Farm Crafts’ designs are easy to make and look fantastic, so don’t waste more time and try it out now! Below you can see how great cream and navy go together in this pattern, especially with a pop of pink.
- photo by Daisy Farm Crafts from daisyfarmcrafts.com
You can find this free pattern on daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Black and White Harlequin Blanket Version by Melanie Nielson
Monochrome for a baby blanket? Oh yes, it’s a great idea if you like simple graphic patterns. Just take a look at the picture and see how Melanie achieved the balance by combining black and white with marled grey. Isn’t it cool?
- photos by @cutiecrochetus on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Stitch Blanket by kez7505_crochet_knit_
Are there any bold crocheters among you? Good! This version is for all of you who need some stimulation, because it features bold contrasts and some juicy colors. What caught my eye, though, is that Kerry added a fantastic moss stitch border to her blanket. Take a look below and see how she incorporated all the colors into it!
- photos by @kez7505_crochet_knit_ on Instagram: source
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Cream and Pink Harlequin Baby Blanket Version by Kelly Martinelli
Simple combination of colors is often the best one, especially if you are working with a quite decorative crochet stitch. Harlequin creates a nice texture even when it’s made with only one color of yarn, and you can see the example of it in the photo below. Natural cream yarn looks very nice on its own, but it’s even better when Kelly adds rows of navy and pink diamonds. Finishing off with simple moss stitch edging is a great idea, too, don’t you think?
- photos by @hardknotlifecrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Violet Harlequin Baby Blanket Version by Kelly Martinelli
Another fantastic version of harlequin stitch by Kelly features one of my beloved components – multi-colored yarn! Well, maybe not multi-colored, because it’s all violet with a strand of white… but it creates a lovely marled look when used in crocheting! As you can see in the photos below, choosing three tones of the same color results in a very lovely colorway, especially if you combine it with neutrals, like white or cream.
- photos by @hardknotlifecrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
Original pattern, on which Kelly based this project, is a design by Daisy Farm Crafts, and it’s available as free pattern on their website daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Crochet Creations by Hanan
Isn’t this blanket by Hanan amazing? Color combination is simply stunning, because they compliment each other beautifully. Warm and cool tones can go very nicely together, especially if you create a very subtle ombre effect between the rows. Even dark blue finds its place here, so don’t be afraid to introduce such colors in between, or in the border. Take a look at the photos below and get inspired!
- photos by @crochetcreationsbyhanan on Instagram: source
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Harlequin Baby Blanket by orgu_hazinesi_42
Are tones of autumn what comes to mind when you think about baby blankets? Not really, right? Well, this project by a fabulously talented crocheter behind Instagram account orgu_hazinesi_42 proves that it works! Take a look below and see how rich rusty brown and army green find their way among delicate grays and whites. What a combination!
- photos by @orgu_hazinesi_42 on Instagram: top, bottom
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Triple Knots Crochet
Bold color palette which is full of contrasts can be a great idea for a baby blanket, especially if it’s going to be displayed in a modern nursery or bedroom. Crocheter behind Triple Knots Crochet decided to combine bottle green, dusty pink, white and black – with a great success, as you can see in the photos! Be sure to take another look at the fantastic ribbed edging, which finishes the blanket off beautifully.
- photos by @triple_knots_crochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This amazing project is based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ classic, available on daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Delicate and Sweet
Pale Harlequin Blanket Version by Melanie Nielson
Salmon with teal is among the most interesting color combinations, but also the most on trend! This colorway combines warm and cold hues, so it will work in both girls’ and boys’ bedrooms. Playfulness of the harlequin stitch is the decoration in itself, so you can easily go for one or two signature colors and add some neutrals. See below how Melanie’s blanket turned out.
- photos by @cutiecrochetus on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by The Pretty Knot
Classic white yarn likes a color pop, so choose any hue you like and add it to your simple plain blanket. It takes only a row or two and makes all the difference! Erika decided to go for peachy shade, and you can see below how good it looks together. Vintage vibes, anyone? This baby blanket is a gem!
- photos by @theprettyknot on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Crochet RVA
Simplicity is key and crocheter behind Crochet RVA knows that. As you can see in the picture, stripes of colors and whites succeed one another three-by-three. What’s cool about this project, though, is that colors are mirrored each time – can you see? You always have pinks or greens surrounding white on both sides. Cool!
- photos by @crochetrva on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Stitch by Emily Rose
How to achieve balanced, but colorful palette? One trick is that you can choose subdued tones, like in Emily’s version in the picture. Secondly, imitate the rainbow, but not exactly – put green with yellow, yellow with orange, and so on. Make the colors sing by weaving in white, cream, or grey – they are the best background for juicy hues.
- photos by @emilyrosesews on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Grey and Orange Harlequin Baby Blanket Version by Kelly Martinelli
As you may already know, stripy baby blankets are timeless and always look good, so consider making one, if you don’t know where to start. Harlequin stitch is definitely one of Kelly’s favorites, so it’s not a surprise, that it’s her third project featured in this post! Take a look at the photos to see how cleverly she combined shades of grey with a pop of orange.
- photos by @hardknotlifecrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This blanket, too, was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket; find it here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Umm Ilyas
Take a look at the photos below and ask yourself – wouldn’t it be a beautiful gift for a newborn? If you have baby shower in your calendar, try Harlequin stitch, because it looks great in many different color combinations. Umm chose a delicate, spring-inspired palette of greens and blues, which works great with simple white border.
- photos by @the_loopyyarn on Instagram: top, bottom
This lovely blanket is based on this free pattern.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Linda Etheridge
Speckled yarn works great as an interesting detail, and this project by Linda proves that! The color combination is rather unexpected, because it reminds me of looking at stones and sand through the water. It’s very calming, though, so if you need inspiration for a baby blanket, this one is precious. See in the pictures how ribbed edging ties it all together.
- photos by @lindale_crochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Stitch Blanket by Craftdaydreamer
Crocheter behind Craftdaydreamer decided to combine yellow with shades of blue and neutrals, and I must admit that it looks amazing. I can see this blanket being used in a nursery, or as a bedspread in kids’ room. If you look closely at the photo below, you will also notice a beautiful and simple edging.
- photos by @craftdaydreamer on Instagram: source
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Vivid and Fun Harlequin Blankets
Harlequin Blanket Version by Little Dove Designs
There’s nothing more eye-pleasing than the nice color flow, am I right? Crocheter behind Little Dove Designs went for dramatic color scheme with colors going from dark to bright, to dark again. In my opinion wavy nature of harlequin stitch is just perfect for this project.
- photos by @littledovecrochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by asmadeby_em
I truly love this version by Emily, because it reminds me of gold, copper and patina! This colorway is rich, bold, and – most importantly – very versatile. It will look good in master bedroom, as a throw on a couch, or as a colorful addition to kids’ room. Take a loop below and see for yourself; and don’t forget to admire this cute ribbed border!
- photos by @asmadeby_em on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on Daisy Farm Crafts’ free pattern for Crochet Harlequin Blanket available here: daisyfarmcrafts.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Anisa of prettycraftystitcher
When it comes to rainbows or candy-sweet color palettes, people are very divided, because some of you love it, and some of you hate it! As you can see below, Anisa chose the juiciest colors for her blanket, so it’s vibrant and beyond cheerful. Rows of diamonds are playful enough as they are, but she didn’t stop and added a pom-pom edging, too!
- photos by @prettycraftystitcher on Instagram: top, bottom
This blanket is a version of free crochet pattern called Greenway by Donna Yacino, which is available for download on berocco.com. To make a similar pom-pom edging, check out this free pattern available on onceuponapinkmoon.blogspot.com.
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Harlequin Blanket by Kirsten Ballering
Kirsten is a master crocheter, so she knows exactly how to play with colors to make her vision come true. This fiery blanket creates waves of ombre effect by going from yellow, through oranges and reds, to pink. You can see in the photos that harlequin stitch is much less visible here than in contrasting palettes, but it still plays the main role in this project.
- photos by Haak Maar Rak, from haakmaarrak.nl
This blanket is available as a free crochet pattern on haakmaarrak.nl, but you can purchase ad-free version on ravelry.com.
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Harlequin Blanket Version by Crochet by Ali
There is always a way to make a rainbow blanket, so don’t be afraid to try it. Ali chose subdued colors, which create a very subtle color flow, but the whole rainbow has an impact nevertheless. Blanket like this could look great as a bedspread in the master bedroom, or on your couch in the living room. Tutorials and patterns linked in this post will make it easy for you to make is as big as you want!
- photos by @crochetbyali on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on free crochet pattern mentioned above and available on haakmaarrak.nl. Remember, that you can purchase ad-free version on ravelry.com.
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Harlequin Stitch Home Decor Ideas
Harlequin Wall Hanging by Kelly Maust / The Spare Room
Why not make a boho-inspired piece for your home? Wall hangings can truly change the interior, so try them. Such decoration is also a fantastic idea for a last-minute gift for friends and family, because it works up fast and can be made with yarn leftovers.
- photos by @the.spare.room on Instagram: top, bottom
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