Daisies for Days Blanket

Daisies for Days Blanket by Maggie Trunkhill

Project Overview

The Daisies for Days Blanket is a crochet blanket inspired by daisy garland motifs, designed as the blanket version of the coordinating Daisies for Days Pillow. This intermediate-level project is ideal for spring and summer use, featuring a lightweight construction perfect for warm-weather comfort. The blanket is composed of nine rows of hexagonal motifs arranged in a structured grid pattern, creating an airy, open design with intentional gaps between hexagons that enhance breathability.

What Is Being Made

This is a full-sized crochet blanket constructed from multiple hexagonal motifs joined together. The blanket contains a total of fifty full-sized hexagons and eight half hexagons positioned strategically along the edges. The half hexagons are placed at the ends of even-numbered rows to create straight, finished edges throughout the blanket. Once all hexagons are joined, a border is added to complete the finished piece and frame the daisy-inspired design.

Techniques Used

• Join as You Go Method: The hexagons are joined to one another using the join as you go technique, which allows you to connect motifs as you complete each one rather than assembling them after all pieces are finished. This method creates a more seamless integration between hexagons and reduces finishing work.
• Motif-Based Construction: The blanket is built using individual hexagonal motifs that are worked separately and then connected together in a nine-row arrangement.
• Border Application: A border is worked around the perimeter of the completed hexagon grid to finish the edges and add a polished frame to the design.

Stitches Used

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the project utilizes standard crochet stitches appropriate for creating hexagonal motifs and borders. The pattern includes charts for both the full-sized hexagons and half hexagons, providing visual guidance for stitch placement and construction sequences throughout the project.

Materials

This blanket is designed to be worked in worsted weight yarn, with the original pattern using Blue Sky Fibers organic worsted cotton yarn. Cotton yarn is specifically chosen for this project because it creates a breathable, lightweight fabric ideal for spring and summer blankets. Any worsted weight yarn will work for this pattern, allowing crafters flexibility in fiber choice while maintaining the intended drape and weight of the finished blanket. The pattern is provided in downloadable PDF format and includes charts and step-by-step pictures to guide you through all construction phases.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters with some experience who are comfortable working with motifs, joining techniques, and following charts. The join as you go method and hexagonal construction provide a good skill-building opportunity for intermediate-level makers.