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Ziggy Pop Blanket pattern by Melu Crochet

Pop some modern colour and texture into your home with this bold, playful blanket. The pattern is suitable for an intermediate skill level, with clear instructions and a photo tutorial to guide you step by step, especially when making the bobbles pop in a different colour from your working yarn.

A standout feature of this design is the use of multicoloured, colour-changing yarn for the bobbles. There’s no need to constantly switch colours or purchase multiple skeins, which saves time, money, and effort. These shorter gradient yarns can be tricky to match with patterns, but here they truly shine, bursting through against a solid background. You get a vibrant, eye-catching effect with none of the usual hassle.

This design uses both DK and Aran weight yarns. The thicker Aran yarn is especially effective at concealing the carried yarn, keeping the finish neat and polished. The bobble stitch creates a soft, tactile fabric with loads of texture and personality. It’s a perfect showcase for the magic of colour-changing yarn in a fun, modern design.

My Ziggy Pop Blanket pattern is here! Take a look in my Etsy shop and LoveCrafts shop, and buy now on Ravelry!

Materials
5.5mm hook
For medium sized blanket: Approximately 550g aran yarn, and 50g DK yarn
Yarn Needle
I used MC: Cygnet Kiddies Supersoft aran in Sea Ice (477)
And CC: Cygnet Colour Rush DK in Fibrebrick (656)

Sizes
Small (baby): 60 x 73cm (23½ x 29 inches)
Medium (toddler/lap blanket): 83 x 110cm (33 x 43 inches)
Large (throw): 150 x 210cm (59 x 82 inches)

Step by step Bobble stitch guide included

This design was featured in Crochet Now magazine, issue 106 but has been updated to my usual style and has lots of added photos and tutorials.

🇺🇸 🇬🇧 You can choose to download US or UK terminology after purchase 🇺🇸 🇬🇧

Thank you to my fabulous testers:

Here are the Ziggy Pop blankets that my amazing testers made:

Steph @stephtebbutt made the medium size, and used the yarn Emu Classic Aran in Asparagus and Hayfield Bonus DK in cream and biscuit.

Anna @meridalane made a toddler sized blanket at 86 cm x 76 cm, she used Paintbox Simply Aran 30g of PB Jewel, Kingfisher, Washed Teal, Duck Egg Blue, 30g of Stylecraft Duck Egg, 85g PB Paper White and 180g PB Misty Grey

Di @coolcrochetbydi used 4 balls of Aran & Eve by Source of Fibre in colour: Whisk and 2 balls of a mauve/purple variegated mill end yarn.  

Helen @snapdragoncrochet83 used 2 balls of Paintbox Simply Aran and James C Brett Aurora dk

Thanks once again to my fabulous testers!

My Ziggy Pop Blanket pattern is here! Take a look in my Etsy shop and LoveCrafts shop, and buy now on Ravelry!

Dotty about Bobbles! Aran Blanket

A Beginner-Friendly Crochet Blanket Pattern in Aran Weight Yarn

Dotty About Bobbles is a beautifully textured bobble stitch crochet blanket pattern that uses a simple, repeating stitch sequence. It combines two popular crochet techniques;

Bobble stitch crochet (small raised bumps that create rich texture) and Filet crochet (neat decorative holes that add interest and drape). This combination gives the blanket a modern look while keeping it easy to crochet.

This is an easy crochet blanket pattern designed with confident beginners in mind. If you’re new to bobble stitches or filet crochet, this pattern is a great way to try them without feeling overwhelmed.

The repeat is simple and rhythmic, making this a relaxing mindful crochet project that’s perfect for cosy evenings and stress-free stitching.

Dotty About Bobbles works beautifully with colour-changing and ombré yarns. Using self-striping yarn means there’s no need to join new colours, making this an ideal beginner crochet blanket and a great project if you enjoy low-fuss crochet.

I’m also happy to share that this pattern has been redesigned for Aran weight yarn, making it even cosier and more practical for everyday use. Whether you’re looking for a baby blanket crochet pattern or a relaxing lap blanket crochet project, this design is a lovely choice.

Materials 

6mm hook

450g Aran/Medium (Size 4) 

I used 3 x 150g, 280m Utopia Crafts Dream Ombre, Colour: Honey Mustard 

80% Acrylic, 20% Wool

Yarn Needle

This yarn choice gives the blanket beautiful colour transitions and a soft, cosy feel.

Size

Finished Size – Baby Blanket or Lap Blanket

The finished crochet blanket measures approximately:

104cm x 85cm

41 inches x 33½ inches

This size is ideal for a crochet baby blanket, a lap blanket, or a thoughtful handmade gift.

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https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/862228291199686343/

My Dotty about Bobbles Aran Blanket pattern is here! Take a look in my Etsy shop and LoveCrafts shop, payhip and buy now on Ravelry!

Choose your favourite platform and start crocheting today.

Happy Crocheting ✨

I truly hope this beginner-friendly crochet blanket pattern brings you as much joy to make as it did for me to design. If you make Dotty About Bobbles, I’d love to see your finished blankets – don’t forget to tag me when you share them!

For the original pattern in DK weight yarn take a look here

Testing!

Thanks to my amazing testers for helping me make sure the pattern is easy to understand, enjoyable to make and will result in a beautiful satisfying project. Thanks again Testers! I have added links to my tester’s Instagram or Facebook page so that you can follow them and give them a like!

Eva-Lotte @forfattarlotta used Järbo cookie acrylic 200 gr=600 m colour 46226

Lucie @crochetingloveliness used Main blanket: @woolcraft_bfd Baby Cakes Blanket in a Ball in colour way Blue Moon, Border: @knitsirdar Supersoft Snuggly Aran in white.

Maddy/Sarah Malloy @lincoln_woolpack used Stylecraft Special Aran Sage and Parchment

Lisa Hinckley @lisabakerhinckley made two blankets! She used Lionbrand Pound of Love (blue and gray) I love this yarn (white and printed)

Thanks again to my wonderful testers!

My Dotty about Bobbles Aran Blanket pattern is here! Take a look in my Etsy shop and LoveCrafts shop, payhip and buy now on Ravelry!

UK version now available on utopiacrafts.co.uk