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Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern

Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Soft Hug

Gentle, plush, and full of warmth, creating a sense of comfort and coziness wherever they find a home.

About This Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern

This pattern pack teaches you how to make the Animal Kingdom Blanket using individual crocheted squares with cute animal applique9 faces. Each square is created separately and then joined with a continuous flat braid join, followed by a border. The pack includes full stitch-by-stitch instructions for many animal faces and details on colours and materials used.

Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You can mix and match colours to create your own palette and make the blanket larger or smaller by adding or removing squares. The pattern is written in US terminology and uses a 3.5mm hook.

Why You'll Love This Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple crochet motifs into a vibrant, playful blanket full of personality. I enjoy how each animal square can be customised with colour and tiny details to make it truly unique. The combination of textured square stitches and small applique9 pieces gives the blanket a handcrafted, heirloom feel that I am proud to display. Making each square is satisfying and portable, and joining them into the final blanket always feels like a rewarding finish.

Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern step 1 - construction progress Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customise each animal square by changing colours and textures; use pastel shades for a nursery-friendly look or rich autumn hues for a warm, rustic blanket.

If you want a chunkier blanket, I recommend swapping to a bulky yarn and increasing your hook size; this will create a thicker, cosier finish perfect for winter.

To make a mini version for keyrings or brooches, use a finer yarn and a smaller hook to shrink the squares while keeping the same stitch patterns.

I often add embroidered details after sewing the applique9s on, such as freckles, whiskers or eyelids, to give each animal more character and expression.

Try mixing in textured yarns for some squares to add tactile interest; boucle or slightly fuzzy yarns can create lovely contrasts with the smooth DK yarn.

You can change the join colour or stitch for a different finishing effect; a contrasting join gives a bold grid look, while a neutral Parchment join keeps the focus on the animals.

If you prefer a softer edge, consider a scalloped or picot border instead of the flat braid to create a decorative finish around the blanket.

I sometimes create themed sets (woodland, jungle, farm) by selecting animals and colours to match the theme, which makes for a thoughtful, personalised gift.

Want to make it larger or smaller? Simply add or subtract entire squares to change the final dimensions while maintaining the same motif layout and border.

For durability on a childe289s blanket, reinforce applique9 edges with small whipstitches after sewing and use strong double-threaded yarn for attachment points.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch counts when working the applique9s can make pieces uneven; always count stitches carefully at the end of each step and correct errors before proceeding. ✗ Not fastening off and leaving tails long enough can make sewing difficult later; leave a generous tail when you fasten off for easy stitching and weaving in. ✗ Working with inconsistent tension causes squares to vary in size and fit poorly when joined; maintain steady tension and consider blocking squares before joining if needed. ✗ Failing to position applique9 pieces accurately will look uneven after sewing; pin pieces in place and check placement against photos before stitching securely. ✗ Using the wrong hook size will change the finished measurements and drape of the blanket; use the recommended 3.5mm hook or adjust yarn/hook consistently for your desired size.

Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern

Create a charming, animal-themed blanket made from individual crocheted squares with adorable applique9 faces. This pattern pack guides you through every animal motif and the join and border so you can make a colourful, tactile blanket. Perfect for gifting or keeping, the pattern lets you pick your favourite shades and customise each square. Follow the clear step-by-step instructions to assemble a cosy, heirloom-quality blanket.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Animal Kingdom Blanket Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Stylecraft Special DK - Copper (main squares, up to 1 x 100g ball each as needed)
  • 02
    Stylecraft Special DK - Cypress
  • 03
    Stylecraft Special DK - Duck Egg
  • 04
    Stylecraft Special DK - Gold
  • 05
    Stylecraft Special DK - Grape
  • 06
    Stylecraft Special DK - Meadow
  • 07
    Stylecraft Special DK - Mushroom
  • 08
    Stylecraft Special DK - Mustard
  • 09
    Stylecraft Special DK - Parchment (approximately 1.5 x 100g balls for the join and border)
  • 10
    Stylecraft Special DK - Pistachio
  • 11
    Stylecraft Special DK - Storm Blue
  • 12
    Applique9 shades (small amounts): Black, Buttermilk, Camel, Cream, Mocha, Spice, Vintage Peach, Walnut, Warm Grey, White (no more than one 100g ball of any shade unless otherwise stated)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Darning / sewing needle
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 05
    Stitch markers (optional for keeping track of rounds and turning points)

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— Pattern Notes :

Infos :

For the main colours on the squares and the join and border, I used the following shades of Stylecraft Special DK (I used no more than one 100g ball unless otherwise stated): Copper. Cypress. Duck Egg. Gold. Grape. Meadow. Mushroom. Mustard. Parchment (approximately 1.5 balls) (for the join and border). Pistachio. Storm Blue. And to create the applique9s I used the following shades of Stylecraft Special DK (again, no more than one 100g ball unless otherwise stated - many just a very small amount): Black. Buttermilk. Camel. Cream. Mocha. Spice. Vintage Peach. Walnut. Warm Grey. White. Along with some excess Copper, Meadow and Mustard.

Info :

I made the entire blanket using a 3.5mm crochet hook. You will also need scissors and a darning/sewing needle.

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This pattern is written using US terminology.

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Any stitch abbreviations used are listed on each individual squares pattern.

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Due to the different stitches used, you may find that your finished squares slightly differ in size. Don't worry about this as once joined they will all be pulled evenly to shape and appear more uniform. However, you can of course block your squares before joining if you prefer.

— Badger Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: White. Black. Warm Grey. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using White; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. 2SC, 2HDC, [3DC], 3DC, [3DC], 5HDC, [3DC], 5HDC, [3DC], 3DC, [3DC], 2HDC, 2SC. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your badgere289s face.)

Round 7 :

To make the markings: Using Black; CH2, [2SC] in 2nd CH from hook.

Round 8 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. SC.

Round 9 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. [2SC].

Round 10 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. 2SC.

Round 11 :

Repeat row 10.

Round 12 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. [2SC], SC.

Round 13 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. 3SC.

Round 14 :

Repeat row 13. Then fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 15 :

Repeat steps 7 - 14 to create a second marking piece, then position these onto your badgere289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 16 :

To make the nose: Using Black; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 17 :

Position the nose onto the tip of your badgere289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 18 :

Using Warm Grey; embroider a pair of eyes onto your badgere289s face, as you can see in the photo above.

Round 19 :

To make the ears: Using White; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off.

Round 20 :

Attach Black to any stitch; CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 21 :

Repeat steps 19 - 20 to make a second ear, then position these at the top of your badger, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 22 :

Your Badger Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Bear Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Walnut. Camel. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Walnut; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *4SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have four stitches remaining. 4SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 7 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. 2SC, HDC, DC, [3DC], [2DC], 2DC, 2HDC, 2SC, 4SC, [2HDC], 2DC, [2DC], [3DC], DC, HDC, 4SC. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the bottom of your beare289s face.)

Round 8 :

To make the ears: Using Camel; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 9 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC. Fasten off.

Round 10 :

Attach Walnut to any stitch; CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 11 :

Repeat steps 8 - 10 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your bear, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 12 :

To make the muzzle: Using Camel; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 13 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 14 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 15 :

Using Black; embroider a nose onto your beare289s muzzle. Then position this onto your bear applique9, as you can see in the photo, and sew into place.

Round 16 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes onto your bear applique9.

Round 17 :

Your Bear Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Bull Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Walnut. Cream. Mocha. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. SC2TOG - Single Crochet Decrease Across 2 Stitches. HDC2TOG - Half Double Crochet Decrease Across 2 Stitches. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Walnut; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. 2HDC, DC, [2DC], DC, 2HDC, [2SC], 3SC, 3HDC. [2DC] into each of the next 3 stitches. 3HDC, 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. 2HDC, [2HDC], 4HDC, [2HDC], 2HDC, [2SC], [3HDC], 6SC, HDC, [3HDC], [3HDC], HDC, 6SC, [3HDC]. SLST to first SC. Fasten off. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your bulle289s face.)

Round 7 :

To make the right horn: Using Cream; CH9, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. 2SC, SC2TOG, HDC2TOG, DC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 8 :

To make the left horn: Using Cream; CH7, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. 2SC, [2SC], [2HDC], DC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 9 :

Position the horns at each side of your bulle289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 10 :

To make the ears: Using Walnut; CH4, SC in 2nd CH from hook. SC. [4HDC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 2SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 11 :

Repeat step 10 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your bull, just below the horns, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 12 :

To make the muzzle: Using Mocha; CH5, SC in 2nd CH from hook. 2SC. [4SC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 2SC. [3SC] into final, then SLST to first SC to join.

Round 13 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. SLST into each of the next 2 stitches. SC. [2SC] into each of the next 2 stitches. SC, 2HDC, SC. [2SC] into each of the next 2 stitches. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 14 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes and nostrils onto your bull, as you can see in the photo above.

Round 15 :

To make the fluffy top: Using Walnut; CH7, SC in 2nd CH from hook. 4SC. [4SC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 4SC. [3SC] into final, then SLST to first SC to join.

Round 16 :

CH1, [3HDC] into same stitch. SLST into next stitch. *[3HDC] into next stitch, SLST into next* - repeat between * 6 more times. SLST to first HDC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 17 :

Position this at the top of your bulle289s head, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 18 :

Your Bull Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Cheetah Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Buttermilk. White. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Buttermilk; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *4SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have four stitches remaining. 4SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 7 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. Proceed to work 1 SC into each stitch around. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square.

Round 8 :

To make the muzzle: Using White; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 9 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC. Fasten off.

Round 10 :

Attach Black to the BACK LOOP ONLY of any stitch; CH1, SLST into the BACK LOOPS ONLY of each of the next 3 stitches, then fasten off.

Round 11 :

Skip the next 2 stitches and attach Black to the BACK LOOP ONLY of the next; CH1, SLST into the BACK LOOPS ONLY of each of the next 3 stitches. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for embroidering and sewing.

Round 12 :

Using the Black tail remaining from the previous step; embroider a nose onto your cheetahe289s muzzle. Then position this piece onto your cheetahe289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place. Continue to embroider a pair of eyes and markings onto your cheetah, as you can see in the photo above.

Round 13 :

To make the ears: Using Black; CH5, SC in 2nd CH from hook. 2SC. [4SC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 2SC. [3SC] into final, then SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off.

Round 14 :

Attach Buttermilk to the same stitch from where you just fastened off; CH1, HDC into same stitch. 2HDC, SC. [2SC] into each of the next 2 stitches. SC, 3HDC. Omit the remaining stitches and fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 15 :

Repeat steps 13 - 14 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your cheetah, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 16 :

Your Cheetah Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Deer Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Camel. Cream. Mocha. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. SLST - Slip Stitch. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Camel; CH2, [2SC] in 2nd CH from hook.

Round 2 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. SC.

Round 3-5 :

Repeat row 2.

Round 6 :

CH1, turn your work. [2SC] into same stitch. [2SC].

Round 7 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. [2SC], [2SC], SC.

Round 8 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. [2SC], 2SC, [2SC], SC.

Round 9 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. 7SC.

Round 10 :

Repeat row 9.

Round 11 :

CH1, turn your work. [3SC] into same stitch. [2SC], 4SC, [2SC], [3SC].

Round 12 :

CH1, turn your work. HDC into same stitch. 12DC, HDC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 13 :

Using Cream; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 14 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 15 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 16 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 17 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 18 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. 2SC, 2HDC, [3DC], 3DC, [3DC], 5HDC, [3DC], 5HDC, [3DC], 3DC, [3DC], 2HDC, 2SC. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your deere289s face.)

Round 19 :

Position your first piece on top of your second piece, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 20 :

To make the nose: Using Black; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 21 :

Position the nose onto the tip of your deere289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 22 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes onto your deere289s face.

Round 23 :

To make the ears: Using Cream; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off.

Round 24 :

Attach Camel to any stitch; CH1, SC into same stitch. 2SC, CH3 and SLST into 3rd CH from hook, 2SC, [2SC]. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 25 :

Repeat steps 23 - 24 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your deer, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 26 :

To make the antlers: Using Mocha; CH15, SLST in 2nd CH from hook. SLST into each of the next 4 CH. CH7, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. SLST into each of the next 5 CH, then SLST into the next CH of your original starting CH. SLST into each of the next 2 CH. CH6, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. SLST into each of the next 4 CH, then SLST into the next CH of your original starting CH. SLST into each of the final 5 CH. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 27 :

Repeat step 26 to make a second antler, then position these at the top of your deer, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 28 :

Your Deer Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Donkey Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Warm Grey. Camel. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Warm Grey; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *4SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * once more. HDC, 3DC, [2DC], 3DC, HDC, [2SC]. Repeat between * once more. 4SC. SLST to first SC.

Round 7 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. Proceed to work 1 SC into each stitch around. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your donkeye289s face.)

Round 8 :

To make the muzzle: Using Camel; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 9 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 10 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 11 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. 4SC, [2HDC], 2DC, [2HDC], 4SC, [2HDC], 2DC, [2HDC], SC. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 12 :

Position the muzzle piece onto your donkey applique9, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 13 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes and nostrils onto your donkey, as you can see in the photo above.

Round 14 :

To make the fringe: Using Black; CH14, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. SLST into each of the next 3 CH. *CH5, SLST into 2nd CH from hook. SLST into each of the next 3 CH, then SLST into the next CH from your starting CH, SLST into next CH* - repeat between * twice more. SLST into each of the final 3 CH. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 15 :

Position this at the top of your donkeye289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 16 :

To make the ears: Using Camel; CH6, SC in 2nd CH from hook. 3SC. [3SC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 4SC. Fasten off.

Round 17 :

Attach Warm Grey to very first stitch; CH1, SC into same stitch. 2SC, 2HDC, [3DC], 2HDC, 3SC. SLST to first stitch to pinch the ends together. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 18 :

Repeat steps 16 - 17 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your donkey, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 19 :

Your Donkey Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Elephant Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Warm Grey. Vintage Peach. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SLST - Slip Stitch. SC - Single Crochet. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. HDC2TOG - Half Double Crochet Decrease Across 2 Stitches. TR - Treble Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Warm Grey; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 3 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 4 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 6 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *4SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have four stitches remaining. 4SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 7 :

CH1, SC into same stitch. Proceed to work 1 SC into each stitch around. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the bottom of your elephante289s face.)

Round 8 :

To make the ears: Using Vintage Peach; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 9 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 10 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. HDC, [2SC], SC, [2SC], HDC, [2HDC], HDC, [2SC], SC, [2SC], HDC. SLST to first HDC.

Round 11 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. [2SC], 6SC. [2SC] into each of the next 3 stitches. 6SC, [2SC]. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off.

Round 12 :

Attach Warm Grey to the same stitch from where you just fastened off; CH2, DC into same stitch. 2DC, [2HDC], HDC, 4SC, HDC, [2HDC], 4DC, [2HDC], HDC, 4SC, HDC, [2HDC], DC. SLST to first DC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 13 :

Repeat steps 8 - 12 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your elephant, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 14 :

To make the trunk: Using Warm Grey; CH15, HDC in 2nd CH from hook. HDC2TOG, HDC2TOG, HDC, 6DC, TR. [TR DC HDC SC SLST] all into final CH. Then fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 15 :

Position this onto your elephante289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 16 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes onto your elephant applique9.

Round 17 :

Your Elephant Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Fox Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Spice. White. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SC - Single Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. SLST - Slip Stitch. HDC - Half Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Spice; CH2, [3SC] in 2nd CH from hook.

Round 2 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. 2SC.

Round 3-5 :

Repeat row 2.

Round 6 :

CH1, turn your work. [2SC] into same stitch. SC, [2SC].

Round 7 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. 4SC.

Round 8 :

Repeat row 7.

Round 9 :

CH1, turn your work. Skip the first 2 stitches and work [9DC] into the next stitch (the centre stitch). Then SLST into the final stitch of the row.

Round 10 :

CH1, turn your work. Into the final DC stitch of the [9DC] you just created, work a SC *SC into the next, then [2SC] into the next* - repeat between * twice more. 2SC.

Round 11 :

CH1, turn your work. SC into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * twice more. 2SC.

Round 12 :

CH1, turn your work. [3SC] into same stitch. 4SC, [2SC], 3SC, [2SC], 4SC, [3SC].

Round 13 :

CH1, turn your work. [2SC] into same stitch. 18SC, [2SC]. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your foxe289s face.)

Round 14 :

Using White; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 15 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC.

Round 16 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 17 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *2SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have two stitches remaining. 2SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 18 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *3SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have three stitches remaining. 3SC. SLST into first SC.

Round 19 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *4SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * once more. 2HDC, 2DC, [3DC], 2DC, 2HDC, [2SC]. Repeat between * once more. 4SC. SLST into first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square. (Note: where you have fastened off is the top of your foxe289s face.)

Round 20 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *5SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * once more. 2SC, 4HDC, [4HDC], 2SC, [2SC]. Repeat between * once more. 4SC. SLST into first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 21 :

Position your first piece on top of your second piece, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 22 :

To make the ears: Using White; CH5, SC in 2nd CH from hook. 2SC. [4SC] in final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 2SC. [3SC] into final, then SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off.

Round 23 :

Attach Spice to the same stitch from where you just fastened off; CH1, HDC into same stitch. 2HDC, 2SC. CH3 and SLST into 3rd CH from hook. SC into next stitch. SC, 3HDC. Omit the remaining stitches and fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 24 :

Repeat steps 22 - 23 to make a second ear, then position these at each side of your fox, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place on the reverse.

Round 25 :

To make the nose: Using Black; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 26 :

Position the nose onto the tip of your foxe289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 27 :

Using Black; embroider a pair of eyes onto your foxe289s face.

Round 28 :

Your Fox Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

— Frog Face Applique9 :

Infos :

Hook size: 3.5mm. Stylecraft Special DK colours used: Meadow. White. Black. Stitch abbreviations (US Terminology): CH - Chain. SC - Single Crochet. SLST - Slip Stitch. HDC - Half Double Crochet. DC - Double Crochet. [] indicates stitches to be done in the same space/stitch.

Round 1 :

Using Meadow; CH7, SC into 2nd CH from hook. 4SC. [5SC] into final CH to turn the corner. Working into the other side of your starting CH; 4SC. [4SC] into final CH, then SLST to first SC to join.

Round 2 :

CH1, [2HDC] into same stitch. 4HDC. [2HDC] into each of the next 5 stitches. 4HDC. [2HDC] into each of the next 4 stitches. SLST to first HDC.

Round 3 :

CH1, HDC into same stitch. 10HDC, [2HDC], [2DC], [2HDC], 11HDC, [2HDC], [2DC], [2HDC]. SLST to first HDC to join. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing your completed applique9 onto ite289s square.

Round 4 :

To make the eyes: Using White; CH3 and SLST into first CH to make a loop. CH1, then work 6SC into centre of loop. SLST to first SC to join.

Round 5 :

CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. Proceed to work [2SC] into each of the next 5 stitches. SLST to first SC. Fasten off.

Round 6 :

Attach Meadow to any stitch; CH1, [2SC] into same stitch. *SC, [2SC]* - repeat between * until you have one stitch remaining. SC. SLST to first SC. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail for sewing.

Round 7 :

Repeat steps 4 - 6 to make a second eye.

Round 8 :

Using Black; embroider a pupil onto each of your froge289s eyes. Then position these onto your froge289s face, as you can see in the photo above, and sew into place.

Round 9 :

Using Black; embroider a mouth onto your frog applique9, as you can see in the photo above.

Round 10 :

Your Frog Face Applique9 is now finished 714713

Assembly Instructions

  • Make each square individually, then join them together using a continuous flat braid join worked in Parchment colour to create a neat, flat seam.
  • Position and sew each applique9 face onto its square using the long tails left when fastening off; pin in place and stitch securely from the reverse.
  • Arrange squares in your chosen layout before joining to ensure balanced colour placement, then join rows and then join rows together for the full blanket.
  • After joining all squares using the flat braid, add the border in Parchment (approximately 1.5 balls) as directed to frame the blanket.
  • Weave in all ends after sewing applique9s and joining squares, and block the finished blanket lightly if desired to even out edges and stitches.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a 3.5mm crochet hook throughout to match the designere289s gauge and achieve the intended square size.
  • 💡This pattern is written in US terminology; check abbreviations on each individual square page before starting.
  • 💡Leave long tails when fastening off applique9 pieces so you have enough yarn to sew them neatly onto your squares.
  • 💡Consider blocking your squares before joining if your stitch tension varies significantly to ensure an even finished blanket.

This Animal Kingdom Blanket pattern pack contains all the animal applique9 designs and colour notes you need to create a cosy, playful blanket. Each square is delightful to make and easy to customise with your favourite colours. Enjoy creating something warm, tactile and full of personality that will bring smiles for years to come. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The original Animal Kingdom Blanket is made up of 30 squares, each measuring approximately 14.5cm x 14.5cm, making the entire blanket (including border) approximately 84cm x 100cm (about 33 x 39 inches), depending on your tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will change the finished size and drape; if you change yarn weight, adjust the hook size accordingly and make a gauge square first.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so familiarity with basic stitches (SC, HDC, DC) and working in the round is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters will finish this as a multi-day project; expect around 12-15 hours total to make, applique, and join the squares, though time will vary by experience and chosen colours.

What hook size and materials are recommended?

Use a 3.5mm crochet hook and Stylecraft Special DK yarn (various colours listed in pattern notes). You will also need scissors and a darning/sewing needle for finishing.