Flower Crochet Blanket — Free Pattern (Cozy Petals Blanket)

Create a beautiful and modern flower crochet blanket with the Cozy Petals Blanket pattern!

The pattern is free to follow on the blog, but if you enjoy working from a printable, ad-free PDF, I also have a beautifully formatted PDF available in my Etsy shop here.

About the Cozy Petals Blanket

Made in Lion Brand Hue + Me, The Cozy Petals Blanket is designed to be equal parts chunky, soft, and beautiful. Each square features a raised 3D petal flower in a creamy contrast colour, framed by a rich background shade for a warm, comforting look.

This is a wonderfully relaxing project — perfect for crocheting on cozy evenings with your favourite warm drink. Chunky yarn works up fast, and the flower squares are simple enough for confident beginners.

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How to Make the Cozy Petals Blanket

Please carefully read all the information below in order to make The Cozy Petals Blanket — a free flower crochet blanket pattern.

Level

Yarn Amounts & Finished Sizes

Gauge / Tension

Test your gauge (tension) with a sample flower square before you begin.

With a Size M/N (9mm) crochet hook, each blocked flower square measures 10 x 10 in / 25 x 25 cm.

If your tension is tight and your square is smaller, try using a larger hook. If your tension is loose and your square is larger, use a smaller hook.

Stitches & Abbreviations

beg – beginning

BLO – back loop only

ch(s) – chain(s)

dc – double crochet

Excl – excluding

hdc – half double crochet

sk – skip

sl st – slip stitch

sp(s) – space(es)

st(s) – stitch(es)

tr – treble crochet

SPECIAL STITCHES:

Dc2tog – treble crochet two together: Yarn over (yo), insert hook into stitch, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yo, pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Yo, insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook). Yo, pull through 2 loops (3 loops on hook). Yo, pull through remaining 3 loops. Dc2tog completed.

EXdc – Extended double crochet: Yarn over (yo), insert hook into st or sp, pull up a loop, 3 loops on hook, yo, pull through 1 loop (3 loops remain on hook), yo, pull through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), yo, pull through both loops. I EXdc made.

SL/shell – slanted shell (1sc, ch3, 1dc) in same stitch

* to * – Repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed.

( ) – Sets of stitches to be worked within one stitch or space.

[ ] – The total number of stitches at the end of a row / round.

Colourways

Instructions

Flower Granny Square

Colourways of squares A-D are detailed in the ‘Colourway’ section above

XL Size: Make 30 squares — 9x square A; 9x square B; 6 x square C; 6 x square D

Large Size: Make 20 squares — 6x square A; 4x square B; 6x square C; 4x square D

Lapghan: Make 12 squares — 3x square A; 3x square B; 3x square C; 3x square D

With 9mm hook and Colour A (all squares):

Make a magic ring or ch6 and sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.

Round 1. Ch2 (counts as your first st), 9dc into ring, sl st to top of beg ch2 to join, [10 sts].

Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Attach Colour B to any st with a sl st (all squares).

Round 2. Ch2 (counts as your first st), 1dc in same st, (2dc in next st) 9 times, sl st to top of beg ch2 to join, [20 sts].

Round 3. Sl st in next st, (ch2, 1tr) in same st, 3tr in next st, (1tr, 1dc) in next st, sl st in next st (1st petal complete), *1dc, 1tr) in next st, 3tr in next st, (1tr, 1dc) in next st, sl st in next st*, repeat from * to * around, end with a sl st at base of beg ch2 to join. [40 sts, 5 petals).

Round 4. *Ch6 (fairly tightly), sk first petal and sl st in next sl st right before next petal*, repeat from * to * around, sl st to 1st sl st to join, [5x ch6 sps].

Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Before starting round 5, make sure that the ch6 sps are at the back of your work. With right side facing up, attach next colour with a sl st to any ch6 sp at the back of your work.

Round 5. Ch2 (counts as your first st), 7dc in same sp, *8dc in next ch6 sp*, repeat from * to * around, sl st to top of beg ch2 to join, [40 sts].

Round 6. Ch3, (counts as your first st), 1EXdc in same st, 1dc in next 9 sts,

*(2EXdc, ch2, 2EXdc) in next st (corner made), 1dc in next 9 sts*, repeat from * to * 3 times, end with (2EXdc, ch2) at base of beg ch3, work a single crochet to top of beg ch3 to join, [13 sts on each side of square].

Round 7. Ch3, (counts as your first st), 1EXdc in ch2 sp, 1dc in next 13 sts,

*(2EXdc, ch2, 2EXdc) in next ch2-sp, 1dc in next 13 sts*, repeat from * to * 3 times, end with (2EXdc, ch2) in last ch2 corner sp , sl st to top of beg ch3 to join, or make an invisible join (easier when seaming later), [17 sts on each side of square].

Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

Blocking Squares

Once you’ve finished crocheting the flower squares, I highly recommend blocking them. Blocking helps smooth out and shape the petals and ensures that each square matches in size, making it easier to join them together neatly.

I used a handheld steamer, but you can also use the steam from your iron. Just be sure to keep the iron hovering above the yarn — never touching it — because acrylic fibers can melt or distort under direct heat.

Arrangement of Squares

Arrange the squares for your chosen size, as seen in the diagrams below.

Lapghan Size:

Large Size:

XL Size:

Joining Your Squares

You will join the squares – first horizontally, then vertically – to form a large rectangle. The slip stitch seam is used (or use your favourite joining method):

Refer to the diagrams above for your chosen size. Starting with row 1, begin by joining squares horizontally along the green dotted lines. Then join the squares vertically along the red dotted lines. Keep tension looser or size up to an N/P (10mm) hook.

Using the slip stitch seam, you will work through the outside loops of each stitch. To begin, line up the first two squares by placing them on top of each other. The wrong sides of both squares should be facing out. With Colour C, place a slip knot on hook:

1. Insert hook through the back loop of the ch2 (closest to the next stitch to be worked into) of the square on top. Then slide hook through the back loop of the corresponding ch2 of the square on the bottom. Make a slip stitch.
2. Move along to the next stitch on the top square, insert hook through the outside loop, then insert hook through the outside loop of the stitch on the bottom square. Work a slip stitch.
3. Repeat step 2 along to the next ch2 corner space.
4. Work a slip stitch through the back loops of the first two ch2 at the next corner (leave the next two ch2 unworked as these will be worked into when you later join the squares vertically).
5. Grab the next two squares, place them on top of each other and repeat the process from step 1.
6. Work in this way, connecting all squares together, until the final two squares have been joined. At the end of row 1, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.
7. Repeat the above process for the remaining rows, along the green dotted lines.
8. Once horizontal rows have been joined, repeat the process for the vertical rows along the red dotted lines, ensuring that you chain 1 over the junction where the 4 squares meet.

Border

The border is intentionally simple and modern: two quick rounds that neatly frame your floral squares without overwhelming them.

With Colour Cand a 9mm hook, attach yarn with a sl st to any corner of the blanket, in BLO of chain closest to the next stitch to be worked into.

Round 1. Ch2 (counts as your first st), 1BLOhdc in same ch, *1BLOhdc in each ch until next ch2 corner sp, ensuring that you work 1BLOdc2tog over the ch2s at each seam. At the ch2-sp in the corner of blanket work as follows: 2BLOhdc in 1st ch, ch2, 2BLOhdc in 2nd ch*, repeat from * to * around blanket, at end of round work (2BLOhdc, ch1) in last ch at the last corner, single crochet to top of beg ch2 to join. {photo 12}

Round 2. Working through both loops for this round: SL/shell (see ‘Abbreviations’ on page 13 above) in sp directly below last sc made, *sk next 2 sts, SL/shell in next st*, repeat from * to * around blanket, ensuring that you work a SL/shell in every ch2-sp at each corner of blanket, sl st to 1st sc at beg of round to join.

Cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.

FAQ – Flower Crochet Blanket (Cozy Petals Blanket)

What yarn do I need to make the Cozy Petals Blanket?

The Cozy Petals Blanket is made with bulky weight (category 5) yarn, such as Lion Brand Hue + Me. This yarn gives the blanket its chunky texture and excellent stitch definition for the flower granny squares.

Is the Cozy Petals Blanket beginner-friendly?

Yes! This flower crochet blanket is suitable for confident beginners. The stitches are simple, the squares are repetitive and relaxing to make, and the joining and border are very easy.

How many squares do I need for each blanket size?

The Cozy Petals Blanket comes in three sizes—Lapghan, Large, and XL. Each size uses a different number of flower granny squares. Please see the diagrams above. You can also adjust the sizes by adding or removing squares (the yardage for an individual flower granny square is given above).

Do I need to block the squares before joining?

Blocking is optional but recommended. It helps each flower granny square lie flat, match in size, and join more neatly. Use steam only and avoid touching acrylic yarn directly with an iron.

Can I use a different yarn for this flower crochet blanket?

Absolutely. Any bulky (weight 5) yarn will work well. Good substitutes include Premier Anti-Pilling Bamboo Chunky, Brava Bulky, Hayfield Bonus Chunky, and Paintbox Wool Blend Chunky. Just check your gauge.

What hook size is used in this pattern?

You’ll need a 9mm crochet hook. A smooth hook such as the Clover Armour is ideal for working with chunky yarns. A 10mm crochet hook is useful for joining the squares (or keep your tension on the looser side).

Is there a video tutorial for the Cozy Petals Blanket?

Yes! A full step-by-step tutorial is available on my YouTube channel, showing exactly how to make the flower square, join the blanket, and add the border.

Can I get a printable PDF version of the pattern?

Yes! A beautifully formatted, ad-free PDF pattern is available in my Etsy and Fourthwall shops.

Is the Cozy Petals Blanket the same as the Cozy Petals Baby Blanket?

The designs match, but the sizes and colourways differ. The baby blanket version uses only 9 squares, while the full blanket comes in three larger sizes. The baby blanket pattern has its own dedicated post here.

How long does it take to make this blanket?

Because it uses chunky yarn, the Cozy Petals Blanket works up faster than most throw blankets. The Lapghan can be made in a few evenings, while the large and XL sizes will take a bit longer depending on your pace.