Check Mates Blanket Crochet Pattern

Check Mates Blanket: Heirloom Texture, Beginner-Easy Joy 🧶✨

Stitch a cozy checkerboard throw that feels calm to make and beautiful to gift—timeless texture, soothing rhythm, snuggle-approved. 💛

Create a luxe, raised checkerboard using simple front/back post stitches—no color changes needed for stunning texture. 🌿 Clear, beginner-friendly instructions guide you from first stitch to a polished 4.5" border. 🧵 Make the classic 44" × 56" throw or use the included sizing notes (plus 2-color variation) to customize. 🎯

Pattern Details: 

• Level: Advanced Beginner
• Materials: Crochet hook (size specified in pattern), tapestry needle, scissors
• Yarn: Caron One Pound (Weight #4) recommended; approx. 3 lbs for main sample; 2-color option also included
• Size: Main sample 44" × 56"; sizing instructions included; example variations: bed scarf 31" × 78.5" (Apr 2024), smaller lap/baby 43" × 38" (Nov 2024)
• Technical Notes: Texture created with front & back post stitches; no color changes in original version; wide ~4.5" border; digital download, 1 PDF (≈11 pages)

😊 Advanced-beginner friendly, clear step-by-step