Colorful crochet blanket pattern that uses six vibrant sunset color blocks, separated by bright white rows

Sunset at the Lake Colorful Crochet Blanket Pattern

ByMelissa

There’s nothing quite like a sunset over the water to take your breath away. I live in Maryland, and Deep Creek Lake is one of my favorite places. The colors of the sky at sunset inspired me to design this Sunset at the Lake colorful crochet blanket pattern.

This cozy throw is made with six blocks of sunset-inspired colors, each one separated by clean, bright white rows. It’s a simple and relaxing pattern you can enjoy while thinking about warm summer evenings by the lake. The free crochet pattern is below.

This colorful crochet blanket pattern is perfect for beginners!

Don’t let the pretty colors fool you—this color block crochet blanket is super easy to make! If you can double crochet, you can make this entire throw. There are no fancy stitches or complicated counting.

You’ll just crochet back and forth in rows, changing colors when it’s time to switch blocks. It’s a great project for beginners or anyone who wants a relaxing, low-stress blanket to work on. Whether you’re watching TV, chatting with friends, or enjoying a quiet moment outside, this pattern is fun and easy to follow.

Colorful crochet blanket pattern that uses six vibrant sunset color blocks, separated by bright white rows

Make it your own with your favorite colors

One of the best things about this crochet sunset blanket is that you can totally make it your own! Don’t feel limited to sunset colors. Want something soft and sweet? Try pastels. Need a bold, modern look? Go with bright, high-contrast colors.

You could also switch the white rows to black, gray, or another neutral for a totally different vibe. However you choose your crochet blanket color schemes, this multi color crochet blanket lets your personality shine through.

Colorful crochet blanket pattern that uses six vibrant sunset color blocks, separated by bright white rows

Skill Level

Beginner. This easy pattern uses only basic crochet stitches.

Materials Needed

To make this easy double crochet blanket, you’ll need the following:

  • Worsted weight yarn in:
    white- 500 grams
    yellow- 110 grams
    gold- 110 grams
    coral- 110 grams
    mint- 110 grams
    aqua- 110 grams
    blue- 110 grams
  • J-10 6 mm size crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors

Finished size

This colorful crochet blanket measures 50 inches wide and 60 inches long.

Gauge

  • 7 stitches = 2 inches
  • 7 rows = 3 inches

Getting the correct gauge helps your blanket turn out the correct size. If you tend to crochet tightly or loosely, you may want to adjust your hook size.

Tip: If your gauge is too small, try using a bigger hook. If it’s too big, try a smaller hook!

Stitch abbreviations

  • ch = chain
  • dc = double crochet
  • sc = single crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch

Pattern notes

  • The blanket is made in rows of double crochet stitches.
  • The chain 2 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.
  • The pattern is written in US terms.

Colorful crochet blanket pattern

Row 1: With white, chain 182, DC in the 3rd chain from the hook and each remaining chain, turn (180 stitches)

Rows 2-7: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Blue

Rows 8-22: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 23-29: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Aqua

Rows 30-44: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 45-51: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Mint

Rows 52-66: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 67-73: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Coral

Rows 74-88: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 89-95: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Gold

Rows 96-110: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 111-117: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Yellow

Rows 118-132: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

White

Rows 133-139: Ch 2, DC in each st, turn (180 stitches)

Finishing

Fasten off and then weave in the ends. Block if desired.

Colorful crochet blanket pattern that uses six vibrant sunset color blocks, separated by bright white rows

Frequently asked questions

Is this pattern good for beginners?
Yes! This blanket is made using only double crochet stitches. It’s a great project for anyone new to crochet.

Can I change the colors?
Absolutely. The pattern includes six sunset-inspired colors, but you can switch them out to match your style or home decor.

What size is the finished blanket?
It measures about 46 inches wide by 57 inches long, but your size may vary depending on tension and yarn.

What yarn should I use?
Worsted weight yarn works best. It creates a warm, solid blanket with great stitch definition.

Want a printable version of this colorful crochet blanket pattern?

Love this pattern and want a printable copy? You can find a beautifully formatted, ad-free PDF version of the Sunset at the Lake Colorful Crochet Blanket Pattern in my Etsy shop! It’s perfect if you want to crochet on the go, print it out for easy reading, or keep it in your project binder.

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