This is a Double crochet if you in in the USA or another country. There is NO stitch count.

@offthehookwithnia

3 жыл бұрын

I could sit and listen to you talk for hours! I love your accent! Where are you from?

@delanajones9675

3 жыл бұрын

How many.chains did you do for this blanket? I’m looking to do about the same size

@dominyika

3 жыл бұрын

How many chains did you do?

@unicornster

3 жыл бұрын

@@offthehookwithnia it's a Scottish accent

@lindamartin2618

3 жыл бұрын

@@delanajones9675 Your chain length can be as long as you want it. There is NO stitch count

I am a man and I am in fact making a blanket using this stitch.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

That's fab Chris, My uncle Jimmy did crochet most of his life he and my mother were taught by their mother and their auntie. He made blankets in this stitch for all his friends, they both would have loved all the now yarns we have today.

@forestpkguy

3 жыл бұрын

Love this

@impunitythebagpuss

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you! Hook on! Hope your blanket turns out nice and warm!

@RebeccaJuntunenscootersworld

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you.

@chipper2able

2 жыл бұрын

@@impunitythebagpuss Do you know what weight this yarn is that she’s using?

So my husband came home and saw the blanket on the computer screen and said with a big smile “You’re making me a blanket!” Uuhhhh...... yes of course dear......

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

so did my son hahahah

finally a blanket my toes won't stick through!!!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

My son said the same

@frans3474

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@frans3474

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@MidKnightDreams

3 жыл бұрын

My son always wondered how he was supposed to keep warm with holes in the blanket. 😂

Brilliant tutorial - many thanks!! I’m a guy down here in Wales, I crochet and am definitely making this!!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Thank you, guys, for posting! I have 2 sons (5 and 8 years old), and I am hoping that me teaching them crochet helps them with their ADHD/focusing.

You are fantastic! I am a man and a beginner and I find your instructions so clear and easy to follow! I am making this blanket and I love it! Thank you!!

I had forgotten about this blanket. I was sear hing for something different to do and came across this again. Thanks Alison

I'm actually doing a baby blanket using the waffle stitch..although i had done 6 rows i took it out as i thought it didn't look right with a 5 mm hook so was going to start it with a 4mm tomorrow..but now i think I'm going to use this stitch..still using the 4mm..the baby is a boy so it'll be his first 'man blankie' 😆🇬🇧💖👍

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

great idea Xxx

@anabetancourt9316

3 жыл бұрын

Love it!

Perfect timing! My husband's birthday is coming up, and, of course, so is Christmas. I've been hunting around for the perfect stitch for a blanket in his team's main color. This is awesome. Thank you.

Beautiful! All the men will be happy now, Alison! ♥️

It looks like a basket weave. This is just what my husband needs for theses cold winter’s nights watching tv.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

basket weave is done with the same stitches, Hazel. I use this a lot i did my back to front blanket in this stitch too.

I was making my husband a moss stitch blanket and realized my toes poked through when I ready to make the border….I was so upset about frogging it all but this tutorial inspired me again! ❤️ thank you!!!

I’ve made lots of afghans using this stitch-crocheting one now. It’s one of my top favorite patterns!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I love it its a great texture too I have made lots with this stitch.

@Loupa57

3 жыл бұрын

I’m itching to try one. Yarn pile sorted ....

I made this blanket for my 39-year-old son out of camouflage yarn and he absolutely loved it!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

Жыл бұрын

Love to know the name of the yarn as I'd live to make one for a friend who is into survival camping.

I'm glad I found this video. Was undecided on what stitch to use for a blanket.

I made this after watching your video but I made it for myself and I’m a woman. I used a bulky that had a fuzzy look. I did it in odd white, dusty pink, and a deep rose. It’s soooo pretty and looks great on my off white quilt in the bedroom. Love it and so easy

Most of my throws go to my husband. Even the really ugly ones. He loves them all. I’m just a beginner I’ve been at this for a year or so now. I’ve made all my kids and grand kids a throw. I’m starting over on my list. I’m trying to learn new stitches. I find this very relaxing but a bit frustrating too.

Just a suggestion: If a man feels funny about having a blanket made for him, it can always be called a "Car Blanket" and stored in the boot or back seat etc, for those really long trips or on cold days for passengers and/or caravan'ing.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea, Margaret

@cynthiahoggatt6911

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@catherinefox7832

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve made blankets for all the men in my family, I call them a Hug Rug, they love it, they wrap up in it when thy want to relax

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

great name for it

@piratticus

3 жыл бұрын

I'm confused as to why someone would feel funny about having a blanket made for them. Every person I know, male and female, use blankets.

I love what you made here. I have been struggling trying to find a stitch that looked masculine yet visually interesting and not boring… It was proving difficult and trying to pick a colour and texture of yarn, I was waffling back-and-forth on what to select. I just watch this video and I love everything you did from the type of yarn to the stitch and the color. I’m going to make this for my newly discovered brother I found through an ancestral dna website. Thank you! This was a very well done video you are quite easy to follow

I am going to make my son in law a blanket with this stitch. I have used this stitch making slippers. Thank you for the inspiration. It is true, there are not many manly stitches.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I like it. This stich will look good in almost any yarn.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it will

This is a beautiful stitch. I may need to try this and make my hubby a scarf with this stitch. Thank you for sharing it with us.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

You are absolutely adorable. 🥺 I’ve been looking for a pick me up project that doesn’t require much thinking to help cheer me up and allow me to escape for a bit. I’ve been crocheting for years now, but sometimes having a simpler pattern/project sometimes is just…lovely. Needed. And coincidentally, Ive recently purchased a few large skeins (on super sale!!) that would make a lovely “man blanket”. I started to make my fiancé a cardigan with them and even though it was my own pattern that I was just kind of swingin’, it still felt exhausting. Then I came across this and it made me so happy. It’s perfect. Thank you 🤍

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Mel. Yes I agree sometimes simple and easy is a must, something we don't have to think about too much and can just crochet. I did this in variegated very bright red heart stripes for my Neace and it came out fab

@asdfsdlkjni

2 жыл бұрын

When you say "lap blanket" what does that measure in inches? Thank you. Excited to make this for my husband.

The wool colors are wonderful for a man!

This makes a very nice looking blanket. It would also be a great pattern for a rug! Thanks for this tutorial.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, Mellody, I have t-shirt yarn and you just gave me an idea Xxxx

@FitShark

3 жыл бұрын

I have been wanting to try making a rug, this would be a nice bathroom piece... is t-shirt yarn the best choice for that? TIA

Hi, I'm making about a 12" sample of this stitch and love it. I showed it to my husband and he really likes it - which he usually thinks what I make looks like something my mom would have made :D. So I will be buying yarn (in the US) to make a "Man Blanket" for either our living room or our enclosed porch room. Thanks for creating and sharing this stitch.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

It's an old stitch and has quite a few names, rice stitch, seed stitch long rice stitch, tight weave, mini basket weave, and a few others depending where and which country you live in. Man blanket just a bit of fun,

This is GORGEOUS ! I have got to try this! My hubs is a fisherman and this would make a great blanket to keep him warm offshore and the envy of everyone and I will probably have to make oodles more. Wowza! I love it so much! Thank you for doing this !!!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great! they sell well to under man blanket if you want to make some pocket money.

@Just-Nikki

3 жыл бұрын

I was going to suggest selling them to the jealous lot of them. I sell face balm and beard oil to my husband’s work crew, they work out in the biting cold as well.

Loved pattern so much i made 3! One for each of my son's xmas, i later told them i would be able to keep them warm and cuddle them from afar when i'm no longer on this little rock we call home, they absaloutley loved them Thank you so much for sharing ❤

Thank you so much for this! I have made two gorgeous 'man blankets', one for my sister and one for myself, and they are both well loved! By the way, I didn't use dark yarn only. This pattern looks great in bright stripes as well!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I have some lovely cotton pink I am going to make a sun hat with this stitch.

You have made very clear and easy to follow video. I’ve been looking for a patter to make a lap blanket for a male friend. I’ll be making this one and most likely a scarf too. Thank you so very much.

I know what you mean. I have looked KZread over trying to find some manly ideas to crochet for the men in my life. Thank you for posting this is 💗

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

the lumpy bumpy green one i posted a few days ago will be great for your man my son asked for one in a darker green.

Love that stitch. I was wondering what stitch I was going to use for my husband's blanket and that one is perfect. Thank you!!

Hi 👋 Alison. I've already made a blanket for my 10 year old grandson using this tutorial. This stitch is crazy easy and works up beautifully. It's really warm too. Now I'm back to make one for myself. LoL. Happy 😁 New Year 🎉🥳

That design also hold more heat too! I love this stitch!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it does!

Really a neat blanket! Yes, perfect for a man!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

@womenshealth3914

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

Another brilliant tutorial. I've just finished a baby blanket in pale green using this stitch. So versatile+ so pretty. Many thanks

Beautiful stitch thank you ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

Hi Allison,your right it is a great stitch

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

It really is!

A very nice and handsome stitch 🐻

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Handsome that's the word I was looking for when i did this video hahaha

Thank you so much for this tutorial! My new favourite stitch!

My son was asking me to make him a warm blanket for when he watches tv. This is it! Thanks!

Love the pattern and your accent. My grandparents emigrated to the US back in the 1920’s. I loved them so much and miss them incredibly. Thank you for this pattern.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

I could listen your voice all evening.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sunny Xxx

I love this! It's what I've been looking for 😉 I have made afghans for my grandson in the zigzag/ripple and shells and a few other designs. But he wants one with no "holes". Yay! Thank you for sharing.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

your welcome

@michelenickle6864

3 жыл бұрын

I think 'no holes' is a guy thing. My boyfriend always wants stuff with no holes. I guess it seems to lacy.?.

@mariechavez4356

3 жыл бұрын

@@michelenickle6864 yep, a guy thing lol. My grandson says he needs no holes so it will be warmer. 🤷 Teens. Ugh 🙄

I LOVE this!! I’ve been really looking for a manly pattern!! Thank you, Alison!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! my son is well pleased i did one for him

@comfycozycrochetwithtris1188

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel I’ll bet he is. Lucky duck!!

I have made a beautiful blanket for my bed using this pattern. I love watching your tutorials, you are an excellent teacher. I want to thank you! And I wish I could show you my work😊

Indeed, THANK YOU!! It's a beautiful design that's perfect with the color you have chosen. Very masculine 💝

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it

I love the way it looks and that I do not have to count as I am a beginner.

@rozsmith6850

3 жыл бұрын

I've been crocheting for years, but hate when I have to count stitches! Lol ! This will be perfect!

Awesome Alison I love the blanket for men I should make one for Mike thank u for sharing!!!💖💖💖

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You should! keep him cosy and warm. Xxx

I could listen to you talk all day lol 😆 sorry if that's weird. This is a beautiful blanket

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

not weird i get told that a lot

That is a great lookin MANklet :)

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

thanks

Hello, Allison, from the USA!!!! Just wanted to say "Hello!" and thank you for this pattern !! I have looked for six years --no kidding--for a blanket pattern to make for my husband!! And, finally!! There's Allison and her awesome patterns!! I have NEVER immediately started a project after watching a video or looking at a post---until yesterday. Now, I'm crocheting a lovely blanket!! 💙💚💛💜🌻🌼🌻🌼🌷🌹🌷🌹. Thanks again, Allison!! I'm a new fan!! Can't wait to try more of your patterns!! Stay safe and well and happy!! 🌈🍀🌺🌸

@cherylarlt7388

3 жыл бұрын

Hello again, Alison! I was thinking about the Post Stitches used in the Man Blanket, and realized, with a giggle, that if the Front & Back Post Stitches weren't staggered, the blanket would be crocheted ribbing!! Lol lol. It would be very pretty with its texture, but, boy would it be stretchy!! Lol lol Thoroughly enjoying creating the Man Blanket! Will probably make a scarf for myself using the same stitch pattern!! Thanks again!! Have a great week!! 🤓😊

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

That's correct Cheryl. if you don't stagger them it will be ribbed.

Everyone needs a great 'man blanket'' pattern huge thank you!

Miss Russell, I was looking for a new/different stitch for some upcoming projects and saw your video. My Grandmother was English (and my Grandfather was a Scotsman), and taught me to crochet. She did this stitch often for lap blankets and scarves, as well as table runners and placemats. It is a very versatile stitch and can be used with different weight yarn and different size hooks. She called it the "front and back" stitch. It is quick and easy and turns out very nicely. Along with the choice of stitch, she said colour was equally important when crocheting for a man. You explain the stitch very well. Your choice of yarns is wonderful. I look forward to watching your other videos. Thank you!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

I WOULD LOVE THIS FOR MYSELF IT LOOKS LIKE A NICE WARM BLANKET. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

Love your tutorials 😍 you explain everything so well and take the time to show us exactly what you are doing. Thank you!

Really like this pattern. It’s also timely. Have wanted a mascular looking pattern to make for the hubby. Thanks

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

Alison you are Amazzzzzing !!!! 😘😘 a Man Blanket yayyyy ! I am a total newby to crochet practicing and practicing getting frustrated with the tension ( knitting a doddle ) then , Bingo , I'm making a Man Blanket, it's not perfect but it's good enough for me and hubby I'm more than chuffed ,I did get carried away with the chain ummmm it's going to be big and snuggley ,😍 many thanks 💕

Your voice is lovely and soothing. Your instructions are clear. Thank you.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I Love you accent!!!!

All day I have been searching the web for a pattern exactly like this for my roommates husband as a gift I wanted to make for him.We all share a house ,my SO,the two of them and the other brother who is a few years younger ..but we are all over 40ish and the they're all angels! But they both guys are affected with a hereditary syndrome that affects muscle/bone functions They eat well and have great positivity but they are SO VERY thin and some think they have anorexia but don't ..And the wife,little bitty Marie,is 79 pounds and also has her battle going with Osteoporosis which they truly amaze me with their upbeat attitudes! Long story short here..they have to keep the house like a steambath all day because they stay cold through no fault of their own .and it's Winter and NOT often above 65-70 in early Feb here in W.Tx..SOO thank you!!!! This will be a perfect gift and the stitch is perfect too!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

So proud you chose this one for them thank you. You are a true friend to them Xxx

I like this stitch I’m gonna try to make a blanket

@womenshealth3914

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

How nice. I’m really excited to make my husband a blanket using this stitch

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

Wow amazing thank you! My man has been wanting a blanket with no holes this will be perfect. :) Great!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Great video, Alison. You have a calm and encouraging way of explaining what to do. The part at the end when you talked about hook size was particularly helpful. Thanks so much ❤️

Thank you so much for not going too fast. I am a beginner and I found this great to follow. I have 2 boys and will try something for them using this stitch 👍🏽

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I'm always looking for "manly" blankets/stitches! Thank you!!!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Thank you ❤️. It's very beautiful ,fresh and elegant pattern. Thank you for a great tutorial.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

It would make a nice rug.

Thank you so much for this tutorial, I am a visual learner and it helps so much to see this done in real life instead of just following instructions. I make blankets for a Christian ministry that sends blankets to terminally I'll patients. I am always looking for a pattern that will look good for a man, like you said they aren't really keen on fancy patterns. I'm from Bristol, VA and I love your accent! You're very easy to follow so I have subscribed in order to see more of what you have to I offer. God bless you in all you do, have a blessed day!😊💖

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much I appreciate the lovely comment

I always wanted a crochet blanket that is manly. Thank you for the tutorial. I want to give it especially for a manly bathrobe. How simple and easy.

This is GREAT! I love the way you explained and demonstrated it, as well! Thank you! ❤

This is just what I was looking for a mans blanket. I'm going to make my adult son one for his birthday. Thank you so very much 💜🙏🤗🧶

Oh my, I'm so glad I came across your video! I look forward to trying out this stitch in a blanket! Thank you!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Love the texture of this pattern.

Thank you for making a manly blanket. I appreciate it and I love this stitch.

This is really cool !!!

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Yip you will love it when I finish it.

Thank you for this easy crochet blanket. Im crocheting this blanket right now for my brother in law. I like this because you don't have to count the chains.California

Alison, I'm loving this stitch, just wanted something not to difficult. That you so much🙌

I just love your Scottish accent. You are definitely right about not having more “Man Blankets” patterns. I mean, everyone has at least one man in their lives that deserves a beautiful, or shall I say handsome, blanket. This blanket is very easy to do & I love the way it’s turning out for me. It’s for my son for a Christmas gift.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!

Lol! You’re too funny !! I love your man blanket. I’m excited to make one for my son!! Thank you so much for teaching me this stitch.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Thank you Alison for sharing this beautiful crochet stitch tutorial ! You are a wonderful crochet Teacher ! 😊💗

I will be trying this one!!

This is great! I will try this in a camo color yarn.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

I could listen to you all day long Alison, you have one of the best accetnts of all crochet-videos I saw recently

I'm so happy you did this now I can make for my husband this blanket. He always play games when he's off at weekends and this blanket will be perfect. Thank you so much ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🦴🦴

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

Clever stitch. I love the results. I think it’s a very good stitch for anything for a man or a boy with appropriate colors. Most of the stitches I’ve use have been too pretty for a man/boy project.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

I’m going to try it for my dad 😁

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

have fun, Ruthi

As always you have it right thank you hubby had been moaning "don't want a girl's thingy". Just great.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Perfect! Thanks so much, Alison =)

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

A proper winter blanket! That would look lovely in pretty much any colour as well 😍

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

Another fab stitch to try! Thanks Alison 👍

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Great idea. I’ll have to try this stitch as soon as I finish everything else.

Looks fab, Zak is very lucky 😊😊

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

I know!! he said about time too hahahah

@BigFATzakBEE

3 жыл бұрын

It's actually really good !! Lol

Such a great idea - a man blanket :) I will be ordering my wool tomorrow so I can make a scarf for my Son! And your video is lovely and clear on the black background too! Thank you Alison x Love Angela, xx

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Angela I hope you are well Xxx

@angelagosling7890

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel Yes, thank you Alison. Hope you are well too Xxx

Youre like a mind reader !!!! I've been looking fir a man friendly blanket xxx

I was just looking for a man blanket so i willgive this pattern a try .thank you for sharing

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Just found this while looking for simple crochet patterns. I just made an afghan in strips and I've totally sworn off sewing pieces together forever more!!! This looks like a nice one piece pattern for a blanket! And I love your voice! Thanks from Newfoundland! Liked and subscribed.

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

That’s beautiful really good stich

@AlisonRussellsCrochetChannel

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊