A Fresh Twist on the Classic Granny Ripple Blanket
If you love the timeless look of a Granny Ripple Blanket but want something with a softer, more modern feel, you're going to love the Modern Granny Wave Blanket.
This design takes inspiration from the traditional granny ripple and gives it a fresh update. Instead of using double crochet clusters, this blanket uses half double crochet clusters, creating a denser fabric with beautiful drape and texture.I also redesigned the wave shape to use 6 clusters per peak instead of the more traditional peak construction.
The result is a gentler wave that flows beautifully across the blanket.Whether you're making a baby blanket, lap blanket, or a cozy throw for the couch, this pattern is easy to customize and relaxing to crochet.
Beginner friendly
Easy repeating pattern
Soft modern wave design
Great stash buster project
Beautiful drape
Works with any colour combination
Easy to adjust to any size
Skill Level Beginner
If you can chain, half double crochet, and work into spaces, you can make this blanket.
Materials
8 ply / DK weight yarn
4.5mm crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
You can use one colour or multiple colours.
Crochet Abbreviations
ch = chain
hdc = half
double crochet
sp = space
rep = repeat
Special Stitch
HDC Cluster
Work 3 half double crochets into the same chain space.
Throughout the pattern, each cluster consists of 3 half double crochets worked into the same space.
Pattern Notes
The blanket is worked in rows.Each wave repeat consists of:
Valley
Rise
Peak
Fall
The pattern repeat is easy to memorize after a few rows.
Starting Chain
Chain a multiple of 18 + 1
Example sizes:
Baby Blanket: Chain 127 (this creates 7 full peaks)
Lap Blanket: Chain 163 (this creates 9 full peaks)
Throw Blanket: Chain 199 (this creates 11 full peaks)
Row 1
The below pattern is the Lap Blanket
Cast on 163 chains
Work 3 hdc in the 4th chain from hook.
Skip 2 chains.
Work a cluster in the next chain (7th chain). Note: 3 hdc is a cluster.
Skip 2 chains
Peak: Work a cluster into the next chain space (10th chain),
then chain 2 and do another cluster into the same chain space.
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain (13th chain).
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain (16th chain).
Valley: Skip 5 chains.
Work a cluster in the next chain (22nd chain).
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain (25th chain).
Skip 2 chains
Peak: Work a cluster into the next chain space (28th chain),
then chain 2 and do another cluster into the same chain space.
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain (31st chain).
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain (34th chain).
REPEAT as below until you have 2 chains left.
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Repeating pattern instructions:
Valley: Skip 5 chains.
Work a cluster in the next chain
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain
Skip 2 chains
Peak: Work a cluster into the next chain space then chain 2 and do another cluster into the same chain space.
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain.
Skip 2 chains
Work a cluster in the next chain
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End of Row 1: you have 2 chains left.
Skip 1 chain and add a double crochet into the last chains.
Turn
Row 2 in Summary
see next section for Row 2 in detail:
Ch 2. Skip the space were you’ve done this chain 2 and do a cluster in the next space/gap between clusters.
Work a cluster in each cluster space across.
A cluster space is the gap between clusters.
At each valley:
Skip the 2 valley clusters and work directly into the next space.
At each peak:
Work a cluster, 2 chains, and another cluster into the peak space.
Continue across.
When at end of a row – at the last valley – you have done a peak and 2 clusters going down towards a valley,
add a double crochet into the dc from previous row.
Turn.
Row 2 in detail:
Ch 2.
Skip the space were you’ve done this chain 2 and do a cluster in the next space.
A space is the gap between clusters from previous row.
Work a cluster in next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
Now you are at the Peak.
Work a cluster in the chain space were you did 2 chains in the last row.
Then chain 2 and do another cluster in the same space.
This creates a new peak.
Work a cluster in next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
Now you are at the valley.
You will see 2 clusters from previous round.
Skip these (6 sts).
And do a cluster in the next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
Now you are at a peak.
Work a cluster in the chain space where you did 2 chains in the last row.
Then chain 2 and do another cluster in the same space.
This creates a new peak.
Work a cluster in next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
REPEAT as below until you get to the last valley.
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Repeating pattern instructions:
Now you are at the valley.
You will see 2 clusters from previous round.
Skip these (6 sts). And do a cluster in the next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
Now you are at a peak.
Work a cluster in the chain space where you did 2 chains in the last row.
Then chain 2 and do another cluster in the same space.
This creates a new peak.
Work a cluster in next space.
Work a cluster in next space.
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Do a double crochet into the double crochet from previous row.
Turn.
Repeat Row 2
Continue repeating Row 2 until your blanket reaches the desired length.
Make colour changes at end of rows.
You can change colour when ever you like.
Border
Round 1:
Work a round of single crochet evenly around the blanket.
Place 3 single crochets in each corner.
Join.
Round 2:
Work a round of half double crochet around the blanket.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Colour Ideas
Coastal
Cream, sand, seafoam, turquoise, navy
Cottage Garden
Pink, lavender, sage, cream
Sunset
Gold, coral, peach, rose
Modern Neutrals
Cream, oatmeal, taupe, charcoal
Scrap Yarn Blanket
Use a different colour every row for a fun stash-busting project.
Point → Story → LessonPoint
The easiest crochet projects are often the ones that use simple stitches in clever ways.
Story
When I first started experimenting with granny ripple blankets, I loved the look but wanted a softer wave and a denser fabric. After some trial and error, I swapped the double crochet clusters for half double crochet clusters and adjusted the peaks to create a gentler wave.
Lesson
Sometimes the smallest changes create the biggest difference. Don't be afraid to experiment with stitches and make a pattern your own.
Share Your Blanket
I'd love to see your Modern Granny Wave Blanket.
Share your finished blanket on social media and tag #BrendaKayCrochet
so I can admire your beautiful colour choices.
Happy Crocheting!
Brenda
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