Discovering a Lion Brand Pound of Love yarn in the color straw in a mystery bag was an unexpected surprise that sparked my latest crochet adventure of creating a honeycomb crochet blanket. The unique hue of the yarn, somewhat unconventional and probably the reason it ended up in a mystery selection, inspired me to embark on this whimsical, bee-inspired baby blanket project. While the color was a bit unusual, it seemed perfect for mimicking the warm, golden tones of a honeycomb, making it an ideal match for my vision.
Having previously enjoyed creating the Bee Happy blanket in filet crochet, I felt motivated to dive into a similar theme once more. Eager to find the perfect pattern, I turned to Etsy, where I discovered a delightful crochet bee blanket pattern by OwlBHooked that seemed just right.
This pattern, characterized by its easy filet crochet technique and consistent use of double crochets, was not only a breeze to work up but is also incredibly beginner-friendly. To give the blanket a special finishing touch, I crafted a window pane border in complementary colors, evoking the rich, golden hues of honey produced by bees. Keep reading for more details on this blanket.
Materials
- Lion Brand Pound of Love – Straw – 1 Skien
- Red Heart Super Saver – Gold
- Red Heart Super Saver – Café Latte
- Size J (6.0mm) Crochet Hook – (I love this set from Amazon)
- Yarn Needle
Honeycomb Crochet Blanket Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner
Finished Size: 37″ x 43″
This is a paid pattern and can be purchased on Etsy.
Border
For this pattern I used a beautiful Moroccan tile stitch crochet border. Click for the written instructions for the border.
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