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Solar System Space Blanket Pattern

Solar System Space Blanket Pattern
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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 Solar System Space Blanket Pattern

This pattern creates a large rectangular Solar System Space Blanket worked from the top right corner toward the lower right corner using linked double crochet. The design includes a crocheted sun, surface-crocheted orbit lines, and individual planet appliques for a playful space theme. The pattern uses worsted weight yarn and provides detailed row counts, border instructions, and planet-specific directions.

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You will learn linked double crochet techniques and surface crochet to add orbit lines and sun rays. The pattern includes full applique instructions for Mercury through Pluto and guidance for blocking and finishing.

Why You'll Love This Solar System Space Blanket Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines textured linked double crochet with whimsical applique details that children adore. I like how the layout lets you personalize planet colors and spacing, making each blanket unique. The technique of marking rows for orbit lines is clever and makes surface crochet straightforward and accurate. Working this blanket feels rewarding as the shape and size come together steadily, and finishing the border and orbit lines adds a polished, professional touch.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the colors of this blanket; switch the sun and sky colors to suit a nursery or match a room decor palette.

You can change yarn weight and hooks to make the blanket larger or smaller; a bulkier yarn with a larger hook will create a chunkier blanket.

I often swap in variegated yarns for planet appliques to give each planet a marbled surface and extra visual interest.

For a toddler-friendly version, consider embroidering simplified land shapes on Earth instead of using separate appliques to reduce small pieces.

I sometimes add a loop or hanging tab to the corner for easy storage or to hang the blanket as a wall decor piece when not in use.

If you prefer less texture, you can substitute regular double crochet for linked double crochet but the look will be different and gauge may change.

I recommend trying different orbit line colors — metallic or contrast colors make the lines pop for a fun, modern look.

To create a matching set, make smaller lap blankets or a pillow using the same sun and planet motifs for coordinated nursery decor.

I like to experiment with beadwork or embroidery for tiny stars on the background color for an extra sparkle effect.

If you want a faster project, omit some of the planet appliques and add just a few larger planets to speed up completion while keeping the space theme.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not checking the gauge before starting causes the final blanket size to be off; check the gauge swatch and adjust hook size until you reach 14 Ldc x 8 rows = 4" x 4 1/4" for the recommended hook. ✗ Counting the beginning chain as a stitch will inflate your stitch counts and throw off shaping; do not count the beginning chain as a stitch and always follow the pattern notes for chain handling. ✗ Skipping to turn your work the wrong direction creates twisted rows and uneven edges; at the end of each row turn work away from you (counterclockwise) as instructed to keep a clean turning chain. ✗ Working slip stitches too tightly on the right edge will pull the edge in and distort the shape; work slip stitches loosely so the edge does not pull tight along that side of the blanket. ✗ Not marking rows for orbit lines makes surface crochet placement inaccurate; wrap a piece of yarn or place a marker on the left side of the blanket to identify the marked rows for orbit and sun outlines.

Solar System Space Blanket Pattern

Create a charming solar system blanket that blends texture and playful applique planets. This pattern uses linked double crochet to build a cozy, modern blanket and includes step-by-step instructions for the sun, orbit lines, and planet appliques. Perfect for makers who enjoy a structured project with creative finishing details. Follow along to make a beautiful, gift-worthy blanket for a child or nursery.

Intermediate 12+ Hours

Materials Needed for Solar System Space Blanket Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4), approximately 2600 yards total
  • 02
    Sun Color: Canary - 220 yards
  • 03
    Sky/Background Color: Dove Heather - 2300 yards
  • 04
    Orbit Line Color: White - 110 yards
  • 05
    Planet Colors: 5-20 yards each (sample pack of colors)
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    Sample made in Brava Worsted Weight Yarn

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size J (6.00 mm) – used for blanket
  • 02
    Crochet hook size H (5.00 mm) – used for appliques
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    Stitch markers
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    Yarn needle
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    Scissors
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    Measuring tape
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    Blocking tools (pins, mats) for rectangular shaping
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    Surface crochet hook optional for orbit lines

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— Materials :

Infos :

Crochet Hook Size J (6.00 mm) – used for blanket. Crochet Hook Size H (5.00 mm) – used for appliques. Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) Approximately 2600 Yards Total. Sample made in Brava Worsted Weight Yarn. Sun Color: 220 Yards / color – Canary. Sky Color: 2300 yards / color - Dove Heather. Orbit Line Color: 110 yards / Color – White. Planet Colors: 5-20 yards for each planet (sample pack of colors). Stitch Markers. Yarn Needle. Scissors. Measuring Tape.

— Stitches & Abbreviations Used :

Infos :

Ldc = Linked Double Crochet. Dc = Double Crochet. LHdc = Linked Half Double Crochet. Hdc = Half Double Crochet. Sc = Single Crochet. Ch = Chain. Slst = Slip Stitch. Sp = Space. Spike Stitch. Surface Crochet. R = Row/Round.

— Gauge :

Info :

Check gauge for proper sizing. Increase or decrease your hook size until proper gauge is met. Hook J (6.00 mm): 14 Ldc X 8 rows = 4" wide X 4 1/4" high

Info :

Blanket Size: 38" wide x 50" long

— Pattern Notes :

Infos :

The blanket will be made from the top right corner working towards the lower right corner. This is NOT a traditional corner to corner blanket. Do not count the beginning chain as a stitch. Rows will begin with a chain 1, pull the beginning chain almost up to the height of a dc. At the end of each row, turn work away from you (counterclockwise) to create a clean turning chain. Linked Double Crochet rows will all begin with a traditional double crochet. At the end of some rows there is a notation to "mark" row, these markings will indicate where you will add the sun rays and the orbit lines. Mark the rows along the left side of the blanket, I just wrapped a piece of yarn around it to identify it later.

— Sun :

Info :

Begin with crochet hook J (6.00 mm) and sun color of yarn

Round R1 :

Ch 2 (pull last ch up to height of dc), dc in 2nd ch from hook, 2Ldc in same ch, turn (3)

Info :

Note: at the end of all rows turn counter clockwise, this will help hide/pull the beginning chain in towards the blanket. Note: always pull beg ch 1 up to height of a dc

Round R2 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in same st as last st, 2Ldc in each st across, turn (6)

Round R3 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in same st as last, Ldc in next st [2Ldc in next st, Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, turn (9)

Round R4 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next st, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 2 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, turn (12)

Round R5 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (12)

Round R6 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in same st as last, Ldc in next st, [2Ldc in next st, Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] across, turn (18)

Round R7 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (18)

Round R8 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next st, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 2 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 3 sts, turn (23)

Round R9 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (23)

Round R10 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 3 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last st, turn (29)

Round R11 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (29)

Round R12 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 3 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 4 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 4 sts, turn (34)

Round R13 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (34)

Round R14 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next st, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 5 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last st, turn (40)

Round R15 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (40)

Round R16 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 4 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 6 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 6 sts, turn (45)

Round R17 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (45)

Round R18 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next st, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 7 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 2 sts, turn (51)

— Blanket Main (Switch to Sky/Background Color) :

Info :

Long Edges = 11" before switching to sky/background color.

Round R19 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (51)

Round R20 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 6 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 8 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 7 sts, turn (56) *mark this row along left side of blanket for a sun outline

Round R21 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (56)

Round R22 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 2 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 9 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 2 sts, turn (62) *mark this row along left side of blanket for a sun outline

Round R23 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (62)

Round R24 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 7 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 10 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 9 sts, turn (67) *mark this row along left side of blanket for a sun outline

Round R25 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (67)

Round R26 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 2 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 11 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 3 sts, turn (73)

Round R27 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (73)

Round R28 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 9 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 12 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 10 sts, turn (78)

Round R29 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (78)

Round R30 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 3 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 13 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 3 sts, turn (84)

Round R31 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (84)

Round R32 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 10 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 14 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 12 sts, turn (89) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Mercury orbit line

Round R33 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (89)

Round R34 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 3 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 15 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 4 sts, turn (95)

Round R35 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (95)

Round R36 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 12 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 16 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 13 sts, turn (100)

Round R37 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (100)

Round R38 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 4 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 17 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 4 sts, turn (106)

Round R39 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (106)

Round R40 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 13 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 18 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 15 sts, turn (111) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Venus orbit line

Round R41 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (111)

Round R42 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 4 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 19 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 5 sts, turn (117)

Round R43 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (117)

Round R44 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 15 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 20 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 16 sts, turn (122)

Round R45 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (122)

Round R46 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 5 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 21 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 5 sts, turn (128)

Round R47 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (128)

Round R48 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 16 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 22 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 18 sts, turn (133) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Earth orbit line

Round R49 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (133)

Round R50 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 5 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 23 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 6 sts, turn (139)

Round R51 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (139)

Round R52 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 18 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 24 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 19 sts, turn (144)

Round R53 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (144)

Round R54 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 6 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 25 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 6 sts, turn (150)

Round R55 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (150)

Round R56 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 19 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 26 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 21 sts, turn (155) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Mars orbit line

Round R57 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (155)

Round R58 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 6 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 27 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 7 sts, turn (161)

Round R59 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (161)

Round R60 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 21 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 28 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 22 sts, turn (166)

Round R61 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (166)

Round R62 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 7 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 29 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 7 sts, turn (172)

Round R63 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (172)

Round R64 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 22 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 30 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 24 sts, turn (177)

Round R65 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (177)

Round R66 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 7 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 31 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 8 sts, turn (183) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Jupiter orbit line

Round R67 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (183)

Round R68 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 24 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 32 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 25 sts, turn (188)

Round R69 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (188)

Round R70 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 8 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 33 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 4 more times, Ldc in last 8 sts, turn (194)

Round R71 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (194)

Round R72 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 25 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 34 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in each of the last 27 sts, turn (199)

Round R73 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in each st across, turn (199)

Info :

Long edges measure 37" at this point; the top edge measures 34" long and has been completed. The rows will begin to shorten along the right edge to help form the right straight edge. Slip stitches will not count as a stitch in end of row stitch count; the slip stitches are worked to help shape the right edge of the blanket. When a row begins with a sc, mark the top of that sc as the first stitch in the row to help identify the start of the row for final row stitch counts.

Round R74 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 8 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 35 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in next 28 sts, Lhdc in next 5 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (194)

Round R75 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 6 sts, sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next 2 sts, Ldc in each st to end, turn (187)

Round R76 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 27 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 36 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 2 more times, Ldc in next 33 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, slst in next st, turn (183) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Saturn orbit line

Round R77 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 7 sts, sc in next 13 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next 2 sts, Ldc in each st to end, turn (175)

Round R78 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 9 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 37 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 3 more times, Ldc in next 3 sts, Lhdc in next 4 sts, sc in next 3 sts, slst in next st, turn (178)

Round R79 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 12 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (165)

Round R80 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 28 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 38 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 2 more times, Ldc in next 8 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, slst in next st, turn (165)

Round R81 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 5 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next 3 sts, Ldc in each st to end, turn (159)

Round R82 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 9 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 39 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 2 more times, Ldc in next 21 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (161)

Round R83 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (157)

Round R84 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 30 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 40 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, Ldc in next 35 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (157)

Round R85 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (153)

Round R86 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 10 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 41 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 2 more times, Ldc in next 6 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (152) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Uranus orbit line

Round R87 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (150)

Round R88 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 31 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 42 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, Ldc in next 23 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (149)

Round R89 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (146)

Round R90 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 10 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 43 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, Ldc in next 38 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (145)

Round R91 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (142)

Round R92 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 33 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 44 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time, Ldc in next 10 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (142)

Round R93 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in each st to end, turn (139)

Round R94 :

Ch 1, dc in 1st st, Ldc in next 11 sts, 2Ldc in next st, [Ldc in next 45 sts, 2Ldc in next st], repeat [ ] 1 more time Ldc in next 27 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (139)

Info :

At this point in the pattern the left edge measures 47" long and has been completed. The rows will begin to shorten along both sides to fill in the lower right edge to complete the rectangle shape of the blanket.

Round R95 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 2 sts, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 109 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 6 sts, slst in next st, turn (120)

Round R96 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 10 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in next 101 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (107) *mark this row along left side of blanket for Neptune orbit line

Round R97 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, slst in next st, Ldc in next 92 sts, Lhdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, slst in next st, turn (100)

Round R98 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 6 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in next 85 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (91)

Round R99 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in next 79 sts, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, slst in next st, turn (86)

Round R100 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 4 sts, sc in next 2 sts, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next st, Ldc in next 74 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (80)

Round R101 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Lhdc in next 2 sts, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (75)

Round R102 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 3 sts, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 65 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (69)

Round R103 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 60 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (64)

Round R104 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 2 sts, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 55 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (59) *Optional: mark this row along left side of blanket for Pluto orbit line

Round R105 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 53 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next nst, slst in next st, turn (57)

Round R106 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 47 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (51)

Round R107 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 43 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (47)

Round R108 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 39 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (43)

Round R109 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 34 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (38)

Round R110 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 31 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (35)

Round R111 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 27 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (31)

Round R112 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 23 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (27)

Round R113 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 20 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (24)

Round R114 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 16 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (20)

Round R115 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 13 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (17)

Round R116 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc and next st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 10 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (14)

Round R117 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 6 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, turn (10)

Round R118 :

do not ch, (skip slst from prior row) slst in top of sc, sc in next st, hdc in next st, Ldc in next 2 sts, Lhdc in next st, sc in next st, slst in next st, fasten off and weave in ends (6)

— Border Notes :

Infos :

The main body of the blanket has been completed. It is now time to work the beginning of the border. For the first couple rows, the color will follow the color of the blanket. This means you will work the sun color of yarn on the rows that the sun color was crocheted, and you will switch to the sky color as you work around the remainder of the blanket. You will evenly crochet the same number of stitches along the top and along the bottom of the blanket, and the same number of stitches for the left and the right sides of the blanket. Each edge will need to end with an odd number of stitches.

— Border Round 1 :

Info :

With right side facing you (sun is in the upper left corner), join with the sky color of yarn in the side of R19, sc along row ends (about 3sc per 2 rows works well), crochet down the left side of the blanket. When you reach the corner stitch of the blanket work all the following in the corner st {sc, ch 1, sc}, mark the chain 1 space with a stitch marker. Continue to evenly crochet along the bottom of the blanket. However, the edge will not be perfectly even. As you work along the bottom of the blanket edge, crochet sc until you reach a spot that may need a little taller stitch to make the row even, substitute hdc or dc to make the edge even. When you reach the corner stitch of the blanket work all the following in the corner st {sc, ch 1, sc}, mark the chain 1 space with a stitch marker. Evenly crochet along the right side of the blanket, substituting in hdc and/or dc to keep the edge even (final stitch count should match the left edge), when you reach the corner crochet all the following in the corner stitch [sc, ch 1, sc]

— Border Round 2 :

Info :

Turning after Round 1 was completed and still using sun color of yarn, Ch 1, sc in each st to top corner of blanket. In corner ch sp crochet all the following [sc, ch 1, sc], continue to sc across row in sun color until the color changes in Round 1, at this same stitch, switch back to sky color. Single crochet around entire blanket working the corners with a [sc, ch 1, sc] in ch sp of each corner. When row is completed, join in top of beg sc, fasten off and weave in end. 2 Rounds of the border has been completed, this is an ideal time to block your blanket.

— Adding Orbit Lines :

Infos :

The blanket should be blocked. Crochet the sun ray and orbit lines by surface crocheting between the marked rows, include the 2 rows of the border for a more polished look. Surface stitches must be crocheted at a tension that will not pull blanket tight-double check after each orbit line has been created. The first 3 marked rows (R20, R22, R24) will surface crocheted in the same color of yarn as the sun. Each of the remaining 9 rows will be orbit lines and can be done in any color (sample was done in white). After the sun ray and orbit lines have been crocheted you can continue to the final rounds of the blanket border.

— Blanket Border Continued :

Round 3 :

With right side facing you (sun is in the upper left corner) and using orbit line color, join with a slst in the corner chain of the lower left corner of the blanket. Ch 1, [in ch sp work (sc, ch 1, sc)] sc in each st across to next corner sp], repeat [ ] around, join in top of beg sc

Round 4 :

Switch to sun color of yarn, Ch 1, [in ch sp work (sc, ch 1, sc), sc in each st across to next corner sp], repeat [ ] around, join in top of beg sc

Round 5 :

Switch to sky color of yarn, Ch 1, [in ch sp work (sc, ch 1, sc), sc in each st across to next corner sp], repeat [ ] around, join in top of beg sc

Round 6 :

Switch to sun color of yarn, Ch 1, [in ch sp work (sc, ch 1, sc), sc in each st across to next corner sp], repeat [ ] around, join in top of beg sc

Round 7 :

Ch 1, {in corner ch sp work (sc, ch 1, sc), ch 1, skip next st, [spike sc in next st, ch 1, skip next st], repeat [ ] to corner ch sp}, repeat { } around entire blanket, join in top of beg ch, fasten off and weave in all ends.

— Planet Appliques :

Infos :

All appliques will be crocheted with crochet hook size H. Each planet will be made by crocheting the Basic Planet pattern below, follow the specifications under the specific planet. On the final round of each applique join with an invisible join. Watch tutorial links in source for invisible join and sewing tips. Placement of the planets can be decided on however you like, it may be beneficial to layout all the planets to see how you like them spaced out prior to sewing them on.

— Basic planet pattern :

Info :

Use Crochet Hook Size H (5.00 mm)

Round R1 :

Ch 2, in 2nd ch from hook work 8sc, join in top of beg sc with a slst, turn (8) pull beginning end of yarn to close center hole, (a magic circle may be used instead of a beg chain 2)

Round R2 :

Ch 1, 2sc in each st around, join & turn (16)

Round R3 :

ch 1, sc in each st around, join & turn (16)

Round R4 :

Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in next st, [2sc in next st, sc in next st], repeat [ ] around, join & turn (24)

Round R5 :

Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in next 2 sts, [2sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts], repeat [ ] around, join & turn (32)

Round R6 :

Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in next 3 sts, [2sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts], repeat [ ] around, join & turn (40)

Round R7 :

Ch 1, sc in each st around, join & turn (40)

Round R8 :

Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in next 4 sts, [2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts], repeat [ ] around, join & turn (48)

Round R9 :

Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in next 5 sts, [2sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts], repeat [ ] around, join & turn (56)

Round R10 :

Ch 1, sc in each st around, join (56)

— Planet Specifications (Mercury to Pluto) :

Item Mercury :

Yarn Color: Asphalt Heather. Completed Size: 2 1/4" across center of circle. Complete basic planet pattern through R4. Planet will be sewn onto 1st orbit line.

Item Venus :

Yarn Color: Orange. Completed Size: 3 1/2" across center of circle. Complete through R6. Planet will be sewn onto 2nd orbit line.

Item Earth :

Yarn Color: Celestial. Completed Size: 3 1/2" across center of circle. Complete through R6. Planet will be sewn onto 3rd orbit line. Creating the "land" (yarn color: Grass) - Embroider "x" across the stitches in the general shape of North & South America. Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn (4). Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in each st across, turn (5). Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in each st across, turn (4). Ch 2, slst in 2nd ch from hook, slst in next 2 sts, ch 1, sc in next 2 st, turn. Ch 1, sc in 1st 2 sts, turn (2). Ch 1, sc2tog, turn (1). Ch 1, sc in 1st st, ch 2. 2Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next st, turn (3). Ch 1, 2sc in 1st st, sc in each st across, turn (4). Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2). Ch 1, sc2tog, fasten off and sew to top of blue Earth Planet applique.

Item Mars :

Yarn Color: Paprika. Completed Size: 3 1/2" across center of circle. Complete through R6. Planet will be sewn onto 4th orbit line. Creating the Rocky Surface (yarn color: Sienna) - Tie yarn in a knot, tie another knot on top of 1st knot, tie another knot on top for a total of 3 knots. Take yarn ends from knot and weave from front to backside of the applique and tie into place (do not tie so tight that it creates holes). Randomly place knots on applique to replicate the rocky surface of mars. Do not worry about yarn ends on back side of applique, they will be hidden when the applique is sewn onto the blanket.

Item Jupiter :

Yarn Color: Marina. Completed Size: 5 1/4" across center of circle. Complete through R10. Planet will be sewn onto 5th orbit line. Creating the Storm Ball (yarn color: Coral) - Ch 2, 5sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with an invisible join in top of 1st sc. Sew small circle applique to the lower left of the Jupiter applique.

Item Saturn :

Yarn Color: Custard. Completed Size: 4 3/4" across center of circle. Complete through R9. Planet will be sewn onto 6th orbit line. How to crochet planet rings (yarn color: Lady Slipper) - Ch 25, 3sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 22 sts, 3sc in last st, turn (28). Ch 1, working in the back loop only 2BLsc in 1st 3 sts, BLsc in next 2 sts, 2BLsc in each of the last 3 sts, fasten off (34).

Item Uranus :

Yarn Color: Cornflower. Completed Size: 4" across center of circle. Complete through R8. Planet will be sewn onto 7th orbit line. How to crochet planet rings (yarn color: Sky) - Ch 27, 2sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc in next 20 sts, 2sc in each of the last 3 sts, fasten off (30).

Item Neptune :

Yarn Color: Solstice Heather. Completed Size: 3 3/4" across center of circle. Complete through R7. Planet will be sewn onto 8th orbit line.

Item Pluto (optional dwarf planet) :

Yarn Color: Persimmon. Completed Size: 2 1/4" across center of circle. Complete through R4. Planet will be sewn onto 9th orbit line.

Assembly Instructions

  • Block the blanket to a rectangular shape and allow it to dry flat before adding orbit lines and appliques for accurate placement and a polished finish.
  • Mark the indicated rows along the left side of the blanket to identify the sun outline row and the orbit line rows prior to surface crocheting.
  • Surface crochet the sun rays and orbit lines between the marked rows, checking tension often so the lines do not pull the blanket tight; include two rows of the border for a polished look.
  • Layout all planet appliques on the blanket before sewing to decide placement; sew each planet securely with a yarn needle using an invisible join or whipstitch as described.
  • Sew additional planet details (land for Earth, knots for Mars, small storm for Jupiter) to the appliques before attaching them to the blanket to hide yarn ends and secure embellishments.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers or wrap a piece of yarn around the left side of the blanket to mark rows for the sun rays and orbit lines for accurate placement.
  • 💡Work slip stitches loosely at the right edge of the blanket to prevent pulling the edge tight and to maintain a straight right edge.
  • 💡Block the blanket after completing the main body and before adding surface crochet lines and appliques to ensure accurate row placement and a flat final shape.

This Solar System Space Blanket Pattern brings a playful universe to your home with textured linked double crochet and adorable planet appliques. Personalize the planets and colors to make a truly unique heirloom piece. Whether for a nursery or a cozy gift, this blanket invites creativity and thoughtful finishing. 🧶✨🌙

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished blanket measures approximately 38" wide x 50" long using the recommended worsted weight yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but it will affect the final size and fabric. Adjust your hook size and check gauge to reach the intended dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of stitches like double crochet, single crochet, linked double crochet, and surface crochet is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters will take 12+ hours to complete the full blanket including appliques and border, though this may vary based on experience and pace.

When should I block the blanket?

Block after completing the main body of the blanket and before surface crocheting the orbit lines and sewing on the appliques for best placement and a neat finish.