How to Crochet a Squishy Blanket for Kids: Easy & Cozy Free Pattern

Step 2: Building the Blanket

Now, we’ll work in a repeating pattern of solid and textured rows, switching colors as we go.

Row 2 (Solid Row)

• 1 sc in every stitch across.
• On the last stitch, change to Yarn B (Sky) by pulling the new color through the last loop.
• Chain 1, turn.

Row 3 (Textured Row)

• 1 sc in first stitch, then [chain 1, skip 1 stitch, 1 sc in next stitch] all the way to the end.
• Chain 1, turn.

Row 4 (Solid Row)

• 1 sc in every stitch (including the chain spaces).
• Switch back to Yarn A (Paper White) on the last stitch.
• Chain 1, turn.

Row 5 (Solid Row)

• 1 sc in every stitch.
• Chain 1, turn.

Row 6 (Solid Row + Color Change)

• 1 sc in every stitch.
• Switch to Yarn C (Sunshine) on the last stitch.
• Chain 1, turn.

Row 7 (Textured Row)

• Repeat Row 3 (sc, ch 1, skip 1 st).
• Chain 1, turn.

Continue the Pattern:

• Follow the same sequence, switching colors as you go:
  • Yarn A (Rows 8-9, 12-13)
  • Yarn D (Peony, Row 10-11)

Repeat Rows 2–13 four more times to complete the blanket.