Dimensions: 31.5’’/80 cm x 31.5’’/80 cm
Hook: US 6/4.00 mm for blanket, or size needed to obtain gauge; US 3/3.00 mm for edging
Notions: Tapestry needle, locking stitch markers
Gauge: 21 stitches x 18.5 rows in Houndstooth stitch, blocked = 4’’/10 cm
Skill level: Easy
Techniques: Chain, slip, single, and half double crochet stitches, planned pooling, Zig-zag join, Crab stitch
Puppytooth blanket is made with four squares crocheted in Houndstooth stitch, using planned pooling.
A few stitches off at the start or end of the row will not affect the pattern too much, adding to the overall unique, hand-dyed ikat-like effect.
For the Houndstooth stitch to show, it’s necessary to either get the exact gauge, or adjust the number of stitches per row depending on your gauge.
Note: These adjustments will affect the final blanket size and yardage.
After squares are completed, they are joined with a decorative Zig-zag join. The blanket is finished with Crab stitch edging to match the zig-zag seams.
