13 skeins Grey – 1¼ oz. each
3 skeins Black – 1¼ oz. each
Crochet Hook: Size No. 5 (Bone or Plastic)
Tapestry Needle for weaving
🧵 Crochet Mesh Instructions
Foundation:
With Grey, chain 219.
Row 1: Double crochet in the 5th chain from the hook. Chain 1, skip 1 stitch, double crochet in the next stitch. Repeat from * to end of row (total: 108 meshes). Chain 4 and turn.
Row 2: Double crochet in each double crochet from the previous row with chain-1 spaces between. Chain 4, turn.
Continue with this mesh stitch pattern:
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2 more rows in Grey (3 total), then break yarn.
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Attach White, work 1 row.
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Attach Scarlet, 1 row.
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Work 6 rows in White.
Now follow this repeat sequence:
1 row Scarlet, 1 row White, 3 rows Grey, 1 row White, 2 rows Scarlet, 1 row Black, 2 rows Scarlet, 1 row White, 3 rows Grey, 1 row White, 1 row Scarlet, 6 rows White.
🌀 Repeat the above sequence 4 times, then finish with:
1 row Scarlet, 1 row White, 3 rows Grey.
🧵 Weaving the Tartan Design
Now comes the magic! This woven technique gives the tartan its distinctive plaid look.
Using a tapestry needle and double strands of yarn, weave vertically through the meshes following this sequence:
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Start with Grey, weaving through the first row.
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Weave the second strand over the opposite threads in the same row.
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Continue with the following mesh color order:
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2 meshes Grey
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1 mesh White
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1 mesh Scarlet
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6 meshes White
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Repeat the following: 1 mesh Scarlet, 1 White, 3 Grey, 1 White, 2 Scarlet, 1 Black, 2 Scarlet, 1 White, 3 Grey, 1 White, 1 Scarlet, 6 White
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Repeat this tartan sequence 3 times.
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End with 1 Scarlet, 1 White, 3 Grey.
Fringe Finish:
Knot fringe close to the Afghan’s edge, then knot again ½ inch down, combining strands from neighboring knots for a full and decorative edge.
🍃 Alternate Colorway: Highland Greens
Prefer an earthy and vibrant look? Try the alternate scheme using:
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13 skeins Golf Green
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9 skeins National Blue
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5 skeins Amber
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19 skeins Cardinal
Mesh Background Rows:
3 rows Green, 1 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 6 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green, 1 Cardinal, 2 Blue, 1 Amber, 2 Blue, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green, 1 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 6 Cardinal, repeat 4 times. Finish with 1 Amber, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green.
Weaving Sequence:
3 meshes Green, 1 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 6 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green, 1 Cardinal, 2 Blue, 1 Amber, 2 Blue, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green, 1 Cardinal, 1 Amber, 6 Cardinal, repeat 3 times. Finish with 1 Amber, 1 Cardinal, 3 Green.
Use the same method to knot and secure the fringe for a polished finish.
This crochet tartan blanket is more than just a cozy project it’s a celebration of color, technique, and timeless design. Whether you’re creating it as a gift, a home décor piece, or a treasured heirloom, the woven plaid look will never go out of style.