Make your own beautiful Feather and Fan Crochet Blanket. This free chunky afghan pattern works up quickly and has lots of great texture. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. See my full disclosure policy here.
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One day I hope that I can really figure knitting out. I’ve tried a few times, but it seems that my fingers just don’t really work that way. I always end up going back to my trusty hook. But sometimes when I really love the look of a knit object or technique, I try to create a crochet version.
Once upon a time a saw a knit throw made using a lace stitch called the feather and fan. I LOVED it. So much that I even pulled out my needles. But like I said, these dumb fingers.
Anyway, I picked up the biggest hook I could find and some super bulky yarn and put together a crochet version. This little throw was a Christmas gift for my mother a couple of years ago when I wasn’t blogging much. Every time I see it at my mom’s place, I think that I really like it and that I need to make one for myself. So I’m sharing the pattern with you all now in case you feel the same way.
Since this afghan uses a super bulky weight yarn and a huge hook (I mean, it looks a bit ridiculous honestly), it works up pretty quickly.
Feather and Fan Crochet Blanket Materials:
- Super Bulky weight yarn (I used about nine balls of Wool Ease Thick and Quick to make a six foot long blanket, which would be about 900 yards)
- Size Q 15 mm Crochet Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Feather and Fan Crochet Blanket Pattern
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This pattern uses American crochet terms.
Row 1: 85 fsc (foundation single crochet) [Read about how and when to use fsc here. You can also ch 86, sc in second ch from hook, sc in each remaining ch to make 85 sc; however, I really recommend learning fsc.] Turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, 4 dc in same stitch. *Skip one sc, dc in next sc, repeat from * 6 times, skip one sc, 5 dc in next two scs. *Skip one sc, dc in next sc, repeat from * 6 times, skip one sc, 5 dc in next two scs. *Skip one sc, dc in next sc, repeat from * 6 times, skip one sc, 5 dc in next two scs.*Skip one sc, dc in next sc, repeat from * 6 times, skip one sc, 5 dc in next two scs. *Skip one sc, dc in next sc, repeat from * 6 times, skip one sc, 5 dc in next sc. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, working in front loops only, sc in each st across (85). Turn.
Repeat rows 2-3 until afghan reaches desired length. Finish off. Weave in ends.
UPDATE 3/26/14: Because people seem to be struggling a bit with the written instructions for Row 2, I have made a chart to help you visualize how the pattern works. You can find a key for interpreting crochet chart symbols here.
My chart-making skills are far from professional, but hopefully it will still be helpful. The chart depicts the stitches in a straight row, but in actuality the work curves into a scalloped shape – when you skip stitches, the bottom of the work will curve out as the top pulls together and when you work clusters, the top of the work will curve out to accommodate the extra stitches. I tried to indicate this with my pink curved lines below, but you will probably have to use your imagination a bit.
Also, as you can see below, because I created the chart in a straight line, there is a gap in the middle of the first row. Guys – there is not really any space or gap between those stitches on the foundation row, I just didn’t want to spend three hours trying to figure out how to make my chart curve. 😉
As you can see, the pattern is worked in 17-stitch repeats. The pattern calls for 85 stitches, which is five repeats. You could add or subtract multiples of 17 to adjust the width of your afghan.
Hope that’s a bit clearer for those of you who were struggling with the written instructions.
UPDATE 2/5/16: I just finished a video that walks you through how to make the feather and fan stitch! YAY! Check out the video right HERE, and I would love if you subscribed to my Youtube Channel HERE. 🙂 Thanks!
If you make your own Feather and Fan Crochet Blanket, I would love to see it! Share your photos to my facebook page or tag me on instagram or twitter (@persialou), and don’t forget to use the hashtag #persialou for a chance to be featured.
Happy Crocheting!
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amy w says
This looks like the most comfortable, warm, cozy blanket ever! I can't imagine having the skills to make something so beautiful. Well done.
Colleen says
So cozy! Crochet is next on my hit list now that I've learned the basics of knitting. Maybe next year!
Brittany L Coughlin says
Your blanket is awesome, I love the chunky stitch!! It looks so warm and cozy, I need to make this!! 🙂
Julia Nyanyo says
This is just so beautiful I don't know what to say! This is SO going on my rather long "to do list" I think my house needs one of these. Don't give up on the knitting though, just knit small things as it's so much slower than crochet!
Whitney says
I found your blog from the Monday Funday link party ~ your afghan really caught my eye. It's gorgeous!!! I'm sure your mom loves such a thoughtful and beautiful gift!
Allison @ dreamalittlebigger.com says
So gorgeous, Alexis! I have been hanging on to some of that yarn but I think that I really must use it 🙂
Jennifer Prod says
i've been seeing all sorts of gorgeous crochet goods on pinterest, and feeling inspired to learn — but this might be one of the better things i've seen – i absolutely love how much space is between the yarn – makes for a gorgeous snowflake-like pattern 🙂
Robin Johnson says
It's beautiful! I'm just a beginner myself. Working on a simple throw for the first time right now. But I can't wait to until I'm improved to try to attempt this pattern. Right now, reading patterns is all just gibberish – LOL.
Alexis Middleton says
LOL – I totally know what you mean about the patterns reading like gibberish. But you can figure it out. Just go slowly. If you have any questions, let me know. I try to be as helpful as I can be. 🙂
Sonnet says
Wow.. you do EVERYTHING! I am so impressed (and envious). I know how to crochet but only the basics, would love to learn how to make something as gorgeous as this. You are amazing Alexis, seriously 🙂
Krista thehappyhousie says
Gorgeous Alexis! I love this pattern- the chunky look of it gives it such a cool modern edge but it still has that classic feel. I taught myself to crochet last year using You Tube videos and have only made little baby gifts… but one day would love to tackle something like this- pinned!
Alison Agnew says
This is beautiful! I wish I had the skill and patience to make something like this. Would love for you to share at Fridays Unfolded!<br /><br />Alison <br />Nancherrow
Emma Peake says
Love a chunky blanket. Lovely!
Chels says
This is a gorgeous blanket! I am trying it out now, and can't figure out what to do next…<br />I've worked row 3, SC in every stitch. Now I've turned and chained 3. Where do I work the next 4 dc? I worked them in what I thought was the same stitch, but the "fan" came out a lot further than what I imagine the edge of the blanket to be. I hope I'm being clear with my
Alexis Middleton says
Hi Chels! I think I understand. 🙂 Did you just do the 4dc or did you keep going on with the row? The next section of the row where you skip every other stitch will kind of pull that fan in so that the edge of the blanket will be fairly straight. If you just did the 4 dc then keep on going and see if it looks better. If not, let me know! 🙂
Chels says
I think it worked. I did the rest of the row, and now that you say that, I think that's what happened. If I keep going and it seems like it's not working, I'll be back! haha! This is a beautiful blanket! 🙂 Thank you so much!
amy w says
I'm featuring this beauty in a sewing roundup later this week… be on the lookout! =)
Toni Barsi says
So snuggly! I've got a nice chunky throw on my to-do list for the living room. Did you happen to pin the knitting pattern? I can knit much faster than I can crochet. Corbin will be 2 next month, and he's still waiting on his baby blanket. 😉
Alexis Middleton says
Haha…. yeah, honestly, I didn't even think about making a baby blanket for kid #3. I am pretty sure the blanket was on knitpicks, but it was a few years ago and when I just looked I couldn't find it. Sorry!
Meggs says
Came across this on pinterest and I LOVE it. I decided to try it with the yarn I have, which is not at all bulky, and just use the biggest hook I have. It looks alright so far, but I definitely want to buy bulky yarn and a bigger hook. <br />Anywho, thanks for the free pattern!
i9jadei9 says
I don't suppose you'd be interested in doing a video showing how to work the pattern? I'm a visual learner so I really have to see to grasp it and I just love this throw! I've made all of the my crochet patterns by watching youtube videos. =)
Andros Girl says
I prefer crochet too, but somethings look nicer to me knitted. I wanted to learn to knit continental style because it's faster, but always had trouble until I saw it on Youtube and figured out how that it's worked like crochet. You might check it out. Thank you for this pattern.
Erin says
LOVE this! Thank you for posting…it looks like a giant doily sort of!! FUN!
Audrey Miller says
Hi Alexis. I love the blanket and I started it yesterday. I understand how the one side is straight but the other side isn't working out so well. Are both sides supposed to be straight? None of your pictures show it. Maybe I'm doing something wrong.
Alexis Middleton says
Hi Audrey! I'm so sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I missed your comment earlier. If you look at the last picture in the post, you can see the left side of the afghan (on the left side of the picture). That's what both sides look like. (Actually, you can see the bottom of the right side on that same picture.) The other two ends are scalloped.
Jo Carol says
Hi, beautiful work, but my question is if you don't use a Q hook, my largest is a N, how would I make the changes? i.e. what would be the multiplies? thank you so much
Alexis Middleton says
Hi Jo! I actually did a practice swatch of pattern with an P hook I think. The pattern repeat is 17 stitches. With the Q hook I did 5 repeats (85 foundation stitches). So, you wanted 7 repeats for example you would need 119 foundation stitches (and probably more yarn). Good luck! I would love to see a photo when you finish! 🙂
Tidybear says
thank you, I have been seeking such a pattern,
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Mama & Papa Wu says
Thanks for sharing your pattern! This is beautiful. I'm a total beginner and doing a test run. When I got towards the end of row 2 I can only do the dc skip a stitch for 6 times instead of 7 before I did 5dc in same stitch. I counted I have 85 ch. Am I missing something? I feel like I'm missing 2 sc in the prior row. Btw I didn't do fsc. Thanks again for posting this and answering
Alexis Middleton says
Hello! I'm not sure if I responded to this question via email or not. I'm sorry! I just added a chart to the post. I hope that will answer your question! If not, please let me know!
Alicia PIOT BOUYSSE says
Hello ! I am having the same problem. So what was, in your opinion, the problem ? Would you mind sharing it ?<br />I made the chain, with a multiple of 17.<br />1rst row : ok<br />2nd row : ok<br />3rd row : I…can only do 6dc before the 5dc in 1 stitch. So same problem.<br />I don't understand, your chart is really easy to read and very clear. I just feel dumb…!<br /><br />I have been
Ashley Kenaan says
Hey Everyone,<br /><br />If you did 85 fsc, make sure that to start the row you are doing with a Chain 3, then 4 dc into the same stitch. the Chain 3 will count as the 1st dc (that will total the 5dc). Then *Skip one stich, dc into next repeat from * 6 times, which is actually 7 times total, then skip a stitch and put 5 dc into the next stich, and another 5 dc into the next stitch.. Skip a stitch
Alicia PIOT BOUYSSE says
hey, thanks for your answer. Well, I have to admit I was not doing the 5dc in the 2 stitches…just one, so yeah, the result wasn't the same.<br />But still. Now, I have finished row 3 (with the back loop sc) and I am going to begin the row 4 (I kind of confused the numbers on the previous post :P)<br />And, I have the same problem. If I want the 2 stitches with 5dc in each, I just do 6cd
catnip says
I'm having the same problem. I can only do 6dc instead of 7dc at the end or row 2 before the 5dc.. I didn't start with fsc…not sure what I'm doing wrong…
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smashknits says
Hiya! This is gorgeous and thanks for sharing the pattern. How long did it take you to make this? I'm in need of a quickie gift for my bestie's 30th birthday… which is Sunday. Would an all night movie marathon crocheting fest get the job done?
Cedeham says
This pattern is beautiful! I love ripple stitch patterns. I primarily crochet, but sometimes knit– the looks are different, and it can be very hard to "translate" one to another. You did a great job, it's beautiful, and I'm very happy you made a diagram, because that's the only way I'm able to "read" instructions.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing. I'll
Rebell's Expressions says
Thank you sooo much for sharing this! I've been looking for a comfy, cozy, chunky blanket like this to make for myself and once I saw this I knew I had to make it. I'm so glad I made it, it was exactly what i've been wanting. Perfect!!
Helen says
Beautiful pattern, the chart really help, thanks.
Captain Lady G says
I will be adding this to my "must do" list! How wide (+/-) is the 5 pattern repeat? I like to make queen or king size as wedding gifts.
Shanae Anderson says
I'm dying to try this pattern out!! I'm just wondering how different a bulky yarn would be instead of the super bulky. A 5 vs a 6 like what you used. Any idea how much that would change the pattern?? This is gorgeous, thank you so much for posting this!!!!
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