Three crocheted baby blankets: a colorful checkerboard pattern draped on a chair, a pink and white piece on needles, and a purple checkered blanket with pom-poms on the edge.

Free Tunisian Crochet Blanket Patterns

ByKate

Did you know that you can achieve a knit-like texture with crocheting? The technique in question is called Tunisian crochet, and you’ll learn more about it in this article.

This post is full of free crochet patterns for Tunisian crochet blankets. Get inspired with my selection of the most beautiful colorways in the Roundup section!

The differences between Tunisian crochet and regular crochet

This technique is a true marriage between crochet and knitting. Unlike in regular crochet, where only one loop at a time is active, in Tunisian crochet, multiple loops are active in a row or round.

There are many Tunisian stitches, but basic ones include: Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS), Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS), Tunisian Full Stitch (TFS), and others.

Learn how to crochet basic Tunisian stitches with Agyness from YourCrochet.com.

Tools and materials

Tunisian crochet requires more space to keep all the loops, so it looks similar to knitting needles. Below you can see three types:

  1. Straight hooks with a blocker on one end.
  2. Flexible hooks with an attached string and a bead.
  3. Double-ended hooks, with hooking heads on both sides.

Tunisian crochet hooks come in various sizes, just like regular hooks do.

A set of colorful aluminum crochet hooks and a bundle of wooden-tipped circular knitting needles with multicolored cables—perfect for crafting projects like a vibrant Tunisian crochet blanket.
Five wooden crochet hooks of varying sizes, perfect for creating a tunisian crochet blanket, are arranged side by side on a white background.

You can use any type or weight of yarn, just remember to match the recommended hook size.

Is Tunisian stitch easy to learn?

Actually, yes! Many basic Tunisian stitches are easier to learn than regular ones. It’s harder to miss a stitch, and the long hook supports the stitches and ensures better tension.

Additionally, if you already have some experience with regular crochet, learning this new technique will be a piece of cake.

Free Tunisian Crochet Blanket Patterns

Read carefully for free crochet patterns and tutorials.

Chunky Tunisian Bobble Throw by Kelsey Cole

This beginner-friendly free pattern uses Tunisian Full Stitch (TFS) and bobbles to create a super squishy texture. Bernat Baby Blanket is a chunky and soft yarn – the perfect choice for a baby accessory like this. You’ll love this squishy texture.

A pink and white textured crochet project in progress with Bernat Baby Blanket yarn, a wooden crochet hook, and a heart shape made from yarn on a woven mat.

photo by Kelsey Cole on ravelry.com

A pink and white crocheted blanket with bobble stitches, a crochet hook, and a green plant on a cream textured surface.

photo by Kelsey Cole on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on kelseyjanedesigns.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Tunisian Quilted Baby Blanket by Linda Dean

Linda’s baby blanket pattern may be your next great adventure! She used Tunisian Simple Stitch, but in an unusual way – the blanket is worked in join-as-you-go strips of interconnected squares. Later, the edges are filled with triangles to even out the shape and a delicate border is added to finish off this piece.

A multicolored, checkered crochet blanket draped over a wooden chair with a blue cushion, set against a plain beige background.

photo by Linda Dean on ravelry.com

Close-up of a crocheted blanket featuring a checkered pattern in pastel shades of green, yellow, blue, orange, and pink.

photo by Linda Dean on ravelry.com

Download this free crochet pattern in PDF format from cascadeyarns.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Wrapped in Stripes Blanket by Dayna Perry

If you’re still doubting the beauty of the Tunisian Simple Stitch, take a look below – Dayna’s baby blanket will surely change your mind. Vertical lines create a grid-like structure, which masterfully completes the striped pattern. To make things more fun, Dayna added a playful pom-pom edging – an easy addition that makes all the difference.

A crocheted blanket with horizontal stripes in shades of brown, yellow, cream, and lilac, featuring a textured border with decorative loops along the edges.

photo by Dayna Perry on ravelry.com

A crochet project in progress with alternating stripes of brown, white, and dark blue yarn. A hand points to the edge of the crocheted fabric.

photo by Dayna Perry on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on thispixiecreates.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Sweet Gingham Baby Blanket by Toni Lipsey

Toni combined rustic chic with modern crochet design to create this lovely baby blanket pattern. It’s made entirely with Tunisian Simple Stitch, but with strategic color changes to achieve the classic gingham pattern. The whole is finished with an eye-catching border that features all three colors.

A crocheted blanket with a checkered pattern in shades of pink and white, featuring a textured border, is laid on a white fabric background.

photo by Toni Lipsey on ravelry.com

A crocheted blanket with a pink and white checkered pattern, white border, and two white pom-poms on a light wooden surface.

photo by Toni Lipsey on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on tlycblog.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Sunset Stripes Blanket by ChiWei Ranck

According to the designer, this project was inspired by the look of handmade rugs. Tunisian crochet – squishy, thick, and uniform – indeed has rug-like qualities! If you want to recreate the exact placement of Chi-Wei’s irregular stripes, you can use her chart. However, I think this blanket would be a perfect stash-busting project.

A striped crocheted blanket draped over a person sitting in an armchair next to a small side table with books and a candle.

photos by ChiWei Ranck on ravelry.com

A crocheted blanket with multicolored stripes in brown, blue, pink, and cream, draped on a wooden floor.

photo by ChiWei Ranck on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on 1dogwoof.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Plaid Tunisian Crochet Afghan by Kim Guzman

Two things are unusual in Kim’s project: she used Tunisian lace stitch for texture, and surface crochet for vertical lines. Combining these two techniques creates a lovely mix of lines and colors without compromising the qualities of classic Tunisian stitch. Choose your favorite color and play with the lines – the pattern is free!

A crocheted blanket with a plaid pattern in blue, orange, white, and gray draped over a chair outdoors.

photo by Kim Guzman on ravelry.com

A knitted blanket with horizontal stripes in blue, gray, orange, and white, and vertical orange and blue lines hangs over a wooden railing.

photo by Kim Guzman on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on makeitcrochet.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Happy Tunisian Baby Blanket by Kim Guzman

I’m a big fan of ripple stitch blankets, no matter what technique they’re made with. Looking at the hills and valleys, especially those in contrasting colors, does something good for my brain. Kim’s free blanket pattern will allow you to learn Tunisian crochet stitch, master increases and decreases, and create a stunning piece in the meantime.

A colorful crocheted blanket with a chevron pattern in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and white draped over a wooden chair outdoors.

photo by Kim Guzman on ravelry.com

A partially knitted swatch with a pink and white chevron pattern on needles, with teal and orange yarn nearby, placed on a white wooden surface.

photo by Kim Guzman on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on makeitcrochet.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

Cozy Corner Blanket by Miroslava Mihalkova

I instantly fell in love with Miroslava’s blanket, because it combines a beautiful color palette with big, dramatic squares. Color blocking was never truly gone, and it works well when used well. It looks great, but can you guess its size? Hard, right? It’s made with super bulky yarn and a 15 mm crochet hook – a super quick make and a super squishy effect!

A crocheted blanket with a checkerboard pattern in red, mustard yellow, light pink, burgundy, and lavender squares is spread out on a light-colored surface.

photos by Miroslava Mihalkova on ravelry.com

A knitted blanket with a checkered pattern in red, purple, pink, mustard yellow, and white squares is laid out on a light surface.

photo by Miroslava Mihalkova on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on exquisitecrochetuk.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

The Griffin Blanket by Julie Bonner

If I didn’t know this blanket was crocheted, I would guess it’s knitted. That’s the magic of Tunisian Knitted Stitch (TSK), a true chameleon among stitches! Julie used a self-striping yarn for the body of the blanket, and ecru for the textured stripes. The combination of worsted-weight yarn and a 7 mm hook ensures a quick make.

A knitted blanket with horizontal stripes in brown, blue, mustard yellow, white, and rust colors is draped over a light gray surface on a wooden floor.

photo by Julie Bonner on ravelry.com

A multicolored striped knitted fabric in shades of mustard yellow, navy blue, rust, and cream is draped on a wooden surface.

photo by Julie Bonner on ravelry.com

See this free crochet pattern on icancrochetthat.com, or read more on ravelry.com. 

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Kate is a designer and content creator, specializing in crafts and textile-related topics. She runs the Crochetpedia website, where she shares her crochet patterns, teaches through video tutorials, and researches crochet techniques. The experience as a pattern designer and education in fashion helped her better understand the world of textiles and handicraft. Kate comes from the family of makers, knitting and sewing from the early age. She lives by the Polish seaside with her partner and a dog.

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