Sock Monkey Blanket in Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids - LW2571

Sock Monkey Blanket in Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids – Crochet Pattern by Linda Cyr

What You'll Make

This pattern by Linda Cyr guides you through crocheting a whimsical Sock Monkey Blanket, a fun and eye-catching throw inspired by the classic sock monkey toy. The finished blanket measures approximately 44 inches in length and is worked with 60 V-stitches per row, creating a wide, cozy fabric ideal as a lap blanket, baby throw, or decorative accent for a child's room. The design is published by Red Heart and is available as a downloadable PDF.

Techniques and Construction

The blanket is constructed using a straightforward bottom-up, flat crochet method, worked in rows from a foundation chain of 180 chains. The body of the blanket is worked entirely in the V-stitch pattern, a classic all-over texture stitch that produces an open, lacy yet structured fabric with excellent drape. The pattern also incorporates color changes at the end of rows to achieve the sock monkey's signature color blocking, giving the blanket its playful, recognizable look.

Color changes are executed cleanly by working the last stitch of a row until two loops remain on the hook, then dropping the old color, joining the new color with a yarn over, and completing the stitch before fastening off the old color. This technique ensures neat, professional-looking color transitions along the edges of the blanket.

Once the main body is complete, an edging is worked around the entire perimeter to finish and frame the piece neatly. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it a great project for crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and ready to practice consistent gauge and color-change techniques.

Stitches Used

• V-stitch (V-st): The primary stitch of the blanket, worked as (single crochet, chain 1, single crochet) all in the same stitch or space. This creates a repeating V-shaped texture across every row.
• Single crochet (sc): Used as a component of the V-stitch and throughout the edging.
• sc2tog (single crochet two together): A decrease stitch worked by drawing up a loop in each of the next two stitches, then yarning over and pulling through all three loops on the hook. Used for shaping where needed.
• Chain stitch (ch): Used in the foundation chain, as part of the V-stitch construction, and in turning chains throughout the pattern.

Pattern Stitch Details

The V-stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 3 stitches. Row 1 establishes the pattern on the right side, with the beginning chain counting as the first V-stitch. Row 2 is the repeat row: a chain-2 turning chain counts as the first V-stitch, and V-stitches are worked into the chain-1 spaces of each previous V-stitch across, with a final V-stitch worked into the turning chain space. This single repeat row is worked continuously until the blanket reaches the desired length, making the stitch pattern easy to memorize and enjoyable to work in long sessions.

Gauge

Achieving the correct gauge is essential for this project. The pattern specifies a gauge of 5½ V-stitches = 4 inches and 12 rows = 4 inches. Crocheters are encouraged to use any hook size necessary to match this gauge, rather than defaulting to a specific hook size, ensuring the finished blanket reaches the intended dimensions.

Materials – Yarn and Hook

This blanket is designed to be made with Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids yarn, a beloved workhorse acrylic yarn known for its durability, wide color range, and easy-care properties — ideal for a children's blanket that will need frequent washing. The yarn is classified as aran weight (also commonly labeled as worsted/medium weight, category 4), which works up quickly and produces a substantial, warm fabric. The sock monkey colorway calls for at least two colors to replicate the classic tan and red palette associated with the iconic toy.

A crochet hook in the appropriate size to achieve gauge is required;