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Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern

Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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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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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern

This pattern creates a rectangular blanket worked in single crochet with repeated Golden Snitch motifs made using color changes and bobbles. It features a worsted weight yarn background, small bobble details for the snitch centers, and optional pom-pom corners for a playful finish. The blanket is worked flat in rows following a charted motif and written row instructions.

Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Techniques used include single crochet, bobble stitch, color carrying, and a reverse single crochet border. The pattern includes full row-by-row instructions plus finishing notes for pom-poms and weaving in ends.

Why You'll Love This Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple stitches with charming colorwork to create a whimsical, recognizable motif. I enjoy how the bobbles add texture and a little surprise in each snitch, making the blanket feel handmade and special. The repetitive single crochet rows make for relaxing, meditative crocheting while the color changes keep the work interesting. I also love that the optional pom-pom corners add a playful finishing touch that anyone can customize to match their decor.

Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern step 1 - construction progress Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily this blanket can be personalized by changing the color palette; try pastel tones for a soft nursery look or bold contrasting colors for a fun adult throw.

If you want a chunkier blanket, I often switch to a bulky yarn and a larger hook which makes the blanket finish much faster and gives a cozy, chunky texture.

To create a mini or lap-sized version, reduce the starting chain (ch) in multiples of the chart repeat while keeping the snitch motif repeats centered.

I sometimes swap the pom-poms for tassels for a sleeker finishing touch; use the same color as the snitch center or a contrasting shade for pop.

For a reversible look, experiment with intarsia-style small balls of yarn rather than carrying long floats, which can reduce bulk on the wrong side.

I like to add a wider border: work several rounds of sc or a decorative stitch like crab stitch to frame the blanket and add stability to the edges.

To highlight the snitches, switch Color B to a metallic or slightly shiny yarn for the wings, taking care that yarn weights match the main yarn.

Make a matching set by crocheting smaller squares with a single snitch motif and sewing them together into a larger blanket - this creates a patchwork effect I adore.

I also enjoy changing the bobble color to a coordinating shade for a subtler effect, or embroidering a tiny highlight onto each bobble for added detail.

Finally, dont be afraid to experiment with hook size and tension; swatch first, and adjust chain length and repeats until youre happy with the finished dimensions and motif placement.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Changing colors without completing the last yarn over can leave loose loops and messy transitions; complete the last yarn over of the stitch in the new color and draw through the last 2 loops with the new color. ✗ Carrying yarn across long distances causes bulky floats and snags; use small separate balls for the white and gold portions of each Snitch or carry gray yarn by crocheting over the strand and drop it on the wrong side as directed. ✗ Not counting stitches after colorwork repeats can cause motif misalignment; count your stitches after each row and after each chart repeat to ensure correct placement of snitches. ✗ Failing to stuff bobble loops correctly can make bobbles look flat; follow the bobble instructions carefully and complete the bobble as specified to get six loops, then yarn over and draw through all remaining loops.

Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern

Make a cozy, themed blanket featuring repeated Golden Snitch motifs and playful pom-pom corners. This pattern uses simple single crochet rows with colorwork and bobble details to create charming textured snitches across a soft worsted-weight background. Perfect for a Harry Potter fan or a unique baby blanket, the design is both decorative and snuggly. Youll enjoy the rhythm of the rows and the tiny pops of color from the bobbles.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Golden Snitch Blanket Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight (medium #4) yarn - Berroco Comfort (50% superfine acrylic, 50% superfine nylon; 210 yd / 193 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g ball)
  • 02
    Color A: #9770 Ash Grey - 6 balls (main background color)
  • 03
    Color B: #9701 Ivory - 1 ball (contrasting color for wings)
  • 04
    Color C: #9743 Goldenrod - 1 ball (accent color for snitch center and bobble)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    US H-8 / 5 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
  • 02
    Tapestry needle
  • 03
    Pom-pom maker 1 5/8 in. / 45 mm (optional)

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— Special Term :

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bobble: With C, *yarn over, insert hook into st and pull up a loop. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops; repeat from * 4 more times. You should have 6 loops on your hook. Yarn over and draw through all remaining loops. With A, ch 1.

— Notes & Gauge :

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Gauge: 14 sts and 20 rows = 4 in. / 10 cm in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this pattern, but the yarn weight and hook size used will affect the finished measurements.

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Notes: Chains do not count as a stitch throughout pattern.

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To change colors during a sc, complete the last yarn over of the stitch in the new color, and use the new color to draw through last 2 loops of the st. To change colors during a bobble, ch 1 in new color after drawing through 6 loops and completing the bobble.

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To minimize carrying yarn throughout the pattern, use small balls of yarn for the white and gold portions of each Snitch. While crocheting the Snitch, carry the gray yarn by crocheting over the strand, and pick up the strand when you switch back to gray. To improve the appearance of carried yarn, crochet over the yarn on the right side (the side with the bobbles sticking out) and drop carried yarn in front of your work on the wrong side. Then, when working the next row on the right side, crochet over the dropped yarn.

— Steps to crochet the blanket :

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With A, ch 130.

Round 1 :

Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—129 sc.

Round 2–12 :

Ch 1, sc across, turn.

Round 13 :

Ch 1, sc 13, sc 1 with B, sc 2 with A, bobble with C, sc 2 with A, sc 1 with B, *sc 17 with A, sc 1 with B, sc 2 with A, bobble with C, sc 2 with A, sc 1 with B; rep from * 3 times, sc 13 with A, turn.

Round 14 :

Ch 1, sc 12 with A, sc 4 with B, sc 1 with A, sc 4 with B, *sc 15 with A, sc 4 with B, sc 1 with A, sc 4 with B; rep from * 3 times, sc 12 with A, turn.

Round 15 :

Ch 1, sc 10 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 3 with A, sc 5 with B, *sc 11 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 3 with A, sc 5 with B; rep from * 3 times, sc 10 with A, turn.

Round 16 :

Ch 1, sc 9 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 5 with A, sc 5 with B, *sc 9 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 5 with A, sc 5 with B; rep from * 3 times, sc 9 with A, turn.

Round 17–28 :

Ch 1, sc across, turn.

Round 29 :

Ch 1, sc 25 with A, sc 1 with B, sc 2 with A, bobble with C, sc 2 with A, sc 1 with B, *sc 17 with A, sc 1 with B, sc 2 with A, bobble with C, sc 2 with A, sc 1 with B; rep from * 2 times, sc 25 with A, turn.

Round 30 :

Ch 1, sc 24 with A, sc 4 with B, sc 1 with A, sc 4 with B, *sc 15 with A, sc 4 with B, sc 1 with A, sc 4 with B; rep from * 2 times, sc 24 with A, turn.

Round 31 :

Ch 1, sc 22 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 3 with A, sc 5 with B, *sc 11 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 3 with A, sc 5 with B; rep from * 2 times, sc 22 with A, turn.

Round 32 :

Ch 1, sc 21 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 5 with A, sc 5 with B, *sc 9 with A, sc 5 with B, sc 5 with A, sc 5 with B; rep from * 2 times, sc 21 with A, turn.

Round 33–44 :

Ch 1, sc across, turn.

Round 45–140 :

Rep Rows 13–44 three times.

Round 141–156 :

Rep Rows 13–28 once more.

Round 157 :

Ch 1, reverse sc around entire perimeter of blanket, working 1 st into each st, 1 st into each corner, and 1 st into even spaces when working along the sides of the blanket; sl st to first reverse sc of row when complete. Fasten off.

— Chart :

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Chart key: empty square = sc in color A; shaded square = sc in color B; square with B or bobble symbol = bobble in color C. Follow chart for placement of snitch wings and bobbles as shown in the chart image.

— Finishing :

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Weave in all ends.

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Optional: With C and pom-pom maker, create 4 pom-poms. Attach 1 pom-pom securely to each corner of the blanket.

Assembly Instructions

  • Weave in all ends securely using a tapestry needle, hiding tails in the fabric of the blanket so they do not show on the right side.
  • Work a reverse single crochet border around the entire perimeter (Row 157): work 1 st into each st, 1 st into each corner, and 1 st into even spaces along sides; sl st to first reverse sc and fasten off.
  • Follow the chart to place the snitch motifs exactly as shown, working color changes and bobbles in the specified stitches for accurate placement.
  • If using pom-poms: with Color C and a 1 5/8 in. / 45 mm pom-pom maker, create 4 pom-poms and attach one securely to each corner of the blanket using the long tails to sew through the corner stitches.
  • When changing colors for single crochet or bobbles, complete the last yarn over of the stitch in the new color and draw through last 2 loops with the new color to secure clean color joins.
  • Minimize carried floats by using small separate balls for Colors B and C when working snitch motifs or by crocheting over the carried gray strand and dropping it on the wrong side as described.

Important Notes

  • 💡Chains do not count as a stitch throughout the pattern, so always begin rows with Ch 1 and work the first sc into the first stitch.
  • 💡Gauge is not critical, but using a different yarn weight or hook size will change finished measurements and may require adjusting chain length for desired size.
  • 💡Use the color-change method described to avoid loose loops and messy joins when switching colors during a sc or bobble.
  • 💡To reduce the appearance of carried yarn on the right side, crochet over the yarn on the right side and drop carried yarn in front on the wrong side, picking it up again when needed.

This Golden Snitch blanket brings a touch of magic to any room with textured bobbles and sweet pom-pom corners. 🧶✨ The repeating snitch motifs make a playful, recognizable design that fans and gift recipients will adore. 🎁 Work it in your favorite colors to create a cozy, handmade keepsake thats both decorative and cuddly.

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished blanket size depends on your tension, but using the recommended worsted weight yarn and hook will produce a medium baby/throw size similar to the sample pictured.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change and you should adjust hook size and starting chain accordingly; gauge will vary with yarn weight.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to color changes and bobble stitches, so basic knowledge of single crochet, color changes, and bobbles is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, yarn choice, and how many breaks you take.

How do I make the bobble stitch used for the snitch centers?

Follow the special term instructions: with Color C, yarn over, insert hook and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops, repeat four more times to have 6 loops on hook, then yarn over and draw through all remaining loops, change to Color A and ch 1.