How to Crochet a Spoke Flower Blanket

Step 1: Making the Center of the Flower

Each motif in the spoke flower blanket begins with a small circular center. 

You can customize the color of the center to create a variety of vibrant flowers.

Start with a magic ring (or chain 4 and join with a sl st to form a ring).

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as the first dc), and make 11 dc into the ring. 

Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3. You should have 12 stitches in total.

Fasten off and change to your petal color.

Step 2: Creating the Petals

The petals of the spoke flower give it its characteristic beauty. The petals are formed with treble crochet stitches to give them height and structure.

Round 2:

Attach your petal color yarn in any stitch.

Ch 4 (counts as the first tr), tr into the same stitch, ch 1, skip the next stitch, and sl st into the next stitch to create the first petal.

Ch 4, tr into the same stitch, tr again into the same stitch, ch 1, sl st into the next stitch. This creates the second petal.

Repeat this pattern around, making 6 petals in total.

Join with a sl st to the base of the first petal.

You should now have a beautiful six-petaled flower.

Step 3: Adding the Spokes

The “spokes” in the spoke flower blanket refer to the lines radiating out from the center of each flower, giving the flower a sense of movement and dimension. 

The spokes are created using chain stitches and double crochet.

Round 3:

Join your third yarn color (this will be the spokes color) into the ch-1 sp of any petal.

Ch 5 (this forms the first spoke), sl st into the next ch-1 sp between the petals.

Continue around the flower, chaining 5 and sl st into each ch-1 sp to create a total of 6 spokes.

Join with a sl st to the base of the first ch-5.

Step 4: Squaring Off the Motif

To turn the circular flower into a square (which is easier for joining to other motifs), we’ll crochet around the flower with a combination of double crochets and chains.

Round 4:

Attach your background color (the color you’ll use to join the motifs) into any ch-5 sp.

Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc into the same space.

Ch 1, 3 dc into the next ch-5 sp, ch 1, 3 dc into the next ch-5 sp. This begins to square off the motif.

For the corners: In every second ch-5 sp, you’ll create the corner by crocheting 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc into the same space.

Continue this pattern around until you have a square, joining with a sl st to the top of the ch-3.

You’ve now completed your first spoke flower square!

Step 5: Making More Motifs

Now that you’ve finished one spoke flower square, it’s time to make more! 

Depending on the size of your blanket, you’ll need to crochet multiple motifs. 

A small throw might require around 25 motifs (5×5), while a larger blanket could need 49 or more.

For a standard-sized throw, plan to make between 30-40 motifs. 

You can mix and match colors to create a vibrant garden-like effect or stick with a specific color scheme for a more coordinated look.

Step 6: Joining the Motifs

Once you’ve crocheted all your motifs, it’s time to join them together. 

There are several methods for joining crochet squares, and you can choose the one that best suits your style.

Option 1: Slip Stitch Join

Hold two squares with the right sides facing each other.

Insert your hook through both loops of the corner stitch on both squares, and make a slip stitch.

Continue slip stitching through the corresponding stitches on both squares until they’re joined together.

Option 2: Join As You Go

This method joins squares while you’re crocheting the final round of each motif.

After completing one square, begin crocheting the final round of another square.

When you reach the edge where the two squares meet, instead of chaining 1 between the 3 dc clusters, slip stitch into the ch-1 sp of the adjacent square.

Continue slip stitching the motifs together as you crochet the final round.

Option 3: Continuous Join

Lay all the motifs out in the pattern you desire.

Using your joining color, crochet around each square, joining the edges together with a slip stitch or sc as you go.

Step 7: Adding a Border

A border adds the perfect finishing touch to your blanket. 

You can keep it simple or get creative with a decorative edge.

Simple Border:

Round 1: Dc around the entire blanket, placing 3 dc in each corner to keep the edges smooth and flat.

Round 2: Add another round of dc or sc for a thicker border.

Shell Border:

Ch 3, skip 2 stitches, and in the next stitch, crochet 5 dc (this creates the shell).

Skip 2 stitches and sl st into the next st.

Repeat around the entire blanket for a scalloped edge.

Step 8: Weaving in Ends and Blocking

After you’ve joined all your motifs and finished the border, weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle. 

Once the ends are secure, you can block your blanket by laying it flat and pinning it to shape.

Blocking helps even out the motifs and makes the edges straight and smooth.

Thoughts

Your spoke flower blanket is now complete! 

This crochet project is not only beautiful but also versatile. 

You can customize the size, colors, and layout to fit your style and home decor. 

Whether you’re making a cozy throw for your living room, a baby blanket, or a unique gift, this flower-inspired blanket is sure to impress.

The spoke flower motif offers a fun way to practice crocheting in the round, joining motifs, and experimenting with colors. 

Plus, because the motifs are small, this is a great on-the-go project that you can work on one square at a time.

Happy crocheting, and enjoy your beautiful spoke flower blanket!

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