Hi, sweet crafter! As the 4-part Zendoodle Blanket series has just come to a close, I have had messages regarding the rectangle POC inclusive rainbow version that I have been working up in Scheepjes Softfun and showing on my Instagram.
So I decided to create a free pattern version for this rectangle Zendoodle as well! It is just as wide as the original Zendoodle, but extended upward to make a big rectangle.
Here are links to the 4 parts of this free rectangle version:
- Part 1: Strip 1 (This post)
- Part 2: Strips 2 and 3
- Part 3: Strips 4 and 5
- Part 4: Strips 6-8 and Border
Note: If you have previously purchased my Zendoodle Blanket on Etsy or Ravelry, I will send the updated PDF as soon as I am finished with it. Thank you! Good news: The update will include both PDFs for the Zendoodle Blanket and the Rectangle Version!
Use this hashtag to keep all of the Zendoodle Blankets progress photos together, whether you make the Original or the Rectangle.
#ZendoodleBlanket
Find this pattern in a condensed ad-free PDF for a small fee on Etsy, and Ravelry.
Zendoodle Blanket – Rectangle Version
Blanket Details
Zendoodle Blanket is an update of a pattern I released in 2015. It is a fun, engaging pattern that explores the geometric possibilities of Linen Stitch. This is the rectangle version, made in Scheepjes Softfun!
- Blanket measures about 50x72in
- Yarn is Scheepjes Softfun, Softfun Denim, and 1 color of Softfun Aquarel. With yarn options to use only Softfun.
- Hook size: 4.25mm hook
Thicker yarn and larger hook will result in a larger blanket.
Important note about hook size: Whichever hook you would normally use for a certain yarn, you should go up a hook size for this project. Linen stitch tends to “pull in” so your project may be too stiff if you use your normal hook size. If you are trying a yarn for the first time, look at the ball band and then go up a hook size from the recommended. For example, if your ball band recommends size 3mm hook, go up to 3.5m.
Yarn Information
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Scheepjes Softfun (Affiliate links: WoolWarehouse / Deramores / Black Sheep Wools)
- Softfun No. 2623 x 3
- Softfun No. 2492 x 2
- Softfun No. 2617 x 1
- Softfun No. 2650 x 3
- Softfun No. 2651 x 3
- Softfun No. 2634 x 2
- Softfun No. 2605 x 2
- Softfun No. 2535 x 2
- Softfun No. 2640 x 2
- Softfun No. 2423 x 2
- Softfun No. 2626 x 2
- Softfun No. 2515 x 2
- Softfun No. 2426 x 1
Scheepjes Softfun Denim (Affiliate links: WoolWarehouse / Deramores)
I also provide comparable Softfun color numbers below, to omit the Denim and Aquarel and use only Softfun.
- Softfun Denim No. 510 or Softfun No. 2408 x 3
- Softfun Denim No. 505 or Softfun No. 2607 x 3
- Softfun Denim No. 506 or Softfun No. 2516 x 3
- Softfun Denim No. 517 or Softfun No. 2604 x 2
- Softfun Denim No. 516 or Softfun No. 2647 x 2
Scheepjes Softfun Aquarel (Affiliate links: WoolWarehouse / Deramores)
- Softfun Aquarel No. 804 – or simply omit and use Softfun No. 2426 in its place x 1
Stitch Guide (US Terms)
Note: This pattern is only in US Terms, but there is only 1 stitch used: single crochet, so if you are used to reading UK Terms, please know that you are using UK dc for this entire project. (US) sc = (UK) dc
- chN chain N number of times
- MR make ring: slip knot, ch3, ss in third ch from hook
- PLT Join “Pull Loop Through” join (See more info within pattern)
- Rep repeat
- Rnd round
- RS right side
- sc single crochet
- sk skip
- sp space (chain space)
- ss slip stitch
- st stitch
- WS wrong side
- yoh yarn over hook
Instructions
Zendoodle is worked in strips from bottom edge to top edge. I give two options to construct this blanket. You can either work the first strip complete and then join all subsequent strips on as you go, or you can make all of the strips complete (separately) and then sew them together using my instructions. I provide full instruction for the join-as-you-go strips method, and then I give notes for the sewn strips method.
Choosing a Construction Method
Should you join-as-you-go, or should you sew the separate strips together?
Join-as-you-go Strips: Make Strip 1 complete, and then join all subsequent strips as you go.
- Love a no-sew project? This method is for you!
- Want to learn my popular PLT Join method? Choose this method!
Sewn Strips: Work all strips complete (separately) and then sew them together when you’re done.
- Want to take your project on the go? Choose this method!
- Don’t mind a bit of sewing? This method is for you!
Tips for Neat Edges
For neater edges, follow these tips. Please watch the Base Triangle video below, as I explain these tips and demonstrate them. The video is for my French Braid Blanket Base Triangle, but the methods are exactly the same for the Base Triangle of this blanket.
- I do not “chain up” for the first sc of the row, so you will work the first sc of the row directly into a chain space without chaining 1.
- Be sure to turn your work the same way each time. If you are looking down on your work from the top edge, you will turn the work counter-clockwise. In other words, you will turn the right edge of the piece toward you to flip the work over.
- Work “over” the working yarn for your first sc stitch, instead of carrying it up the edge.
Schematic
Strip 1
Note: This strip is worked all the way through from bottom to top, without any joining or sewing.
Step 1: Base Triangle
Row 1 WS Using Softfun No. 2640, MR, (sc, ch1) 3 times, sc, turn. [4 sc, 3 sp] (Mark this row as the WS – this pattern is reversible and tough to tell which side is which.)
Row 2 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, * ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in next sp, rep from * 1 time, turn. [6 sc, 5 sp]
Rows 3-10 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) across to center sp, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in center sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) across to final sp, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sp, turn. Cut yarn after Row 10. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Note: This video is for the Base Triangle of my French Braid Blanket so the size is different, but the methods are the same. I highly recommend watching it to see the techniques.
Step 2: Bow Tie
First triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun Aquarel No. 804 with ss in first sp, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 10 times, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Row 2 (Ch1, sc in next sp) 10 times, turn. [10 sc, 10 sp]
Row 3 (Sc in next sp, ch1) 9 times, sc in final sp, turn. [10 sc, 9 sp]
Rows 4-21 Rep Rows 2 and 3. Cut yarn after row 21. [1 sc]
Second triangle of Bow Tie
Rows 1-21 With WS facing and Softfun No. 2426, work as for first triangle of Bow Tie. Weave all ends.
Step 3: Trapezoid A, Tail pointing right
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun No. 2651 with ss in first sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in same sp, (ch1, sc) 9 times evenly using above photo as a guide, ch1, sc in center sp of Row 10 of Base Triangle, (ch1, sc) 9 times evenly using above photo as a guide, ch1, sc in final sp, turn. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Row 2 (Ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, sc2tog as follows: (Insert hook in next sp, yoh, pull up loop) 2 times, yoh, draw yarn through all 3 lps – sc2tog made, (ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sp, turn. [20 sc, 20 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Row 3 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, ch1, sc2tog, (ch1, sc in next sp) across to end, placing final sc in final sp, turn. [20 sc, 20 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Row 4 (Ch1, sc in next sp) across to within 1 sp of sc2tog, sc2tog across next 2 sps, (ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sp, turn. [19 sc, 20 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Rows 5-20 Rep Rows 3 and 4, using chart as a guide when needed. [11 sc, 12 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Row 21 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 10 times, ch1, join with ss to sc2tog of Row 20, cut yarn and weave ends. [11 sc, 11 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Step 4: Large Triangle, Tail pointing left
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun No. 2605 with ss in final sc of second triangle of Bow Tie from Step 2, sc in same st, (ch1, sc in next sp) 20 times evenly across placing final sc in last sp of Trapezoid A using photo as a guide, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Row 2 (Ch1, sc in next sp) across to end, turn. [20 sc, 20 sp]
Row 3 (Sc in next sp, ch1) across to final sp, sc in final sp, turn. [20 sc, 19 sp]
Rows 4-41 Rep Rows 2 and 3, cutting yarn after Row 41. [1 sc]
Step 5: Parallelogram, Tail pointing left
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun No. 2651 in the first sp of Row 21 of Trapezoid A from Step 3, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 19 times evenly across, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sc of Large Triangle, turn. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Row 2 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 20 times, turn. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Row 3 (Sc in next sp, ch1) across to final sp, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sp, turn. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Row 4-21 Rep Rows 2 and 3 for pattern, cut yarn and weave ends. [22 sc, 21 sp]
Step 6: Large Triangle, Tail pointing right
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun Denim No. 505 with ss in first sp of Row 21 of Parallelogram from Step 5, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 20 times across, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Rows 2-41 Work as for Large Triangle from Step 4. Weave all ends.
Step 7: Trapezoid B, Tail pointing left
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun No. 2623 with ss in first sp of Row 21 of Parallelogram from Step 5, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc) 20 times evenly across placing final sc in last st of Large Triangle from Step 6, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Rows 2-20 Work exactly as for Large Triangle from Step 4 stopping after Row 20, cut yarn and finish off. [11 sc, 11 sp]
Step 8: Bow Tie
First triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun Denim No. 510 with ss in final sc of Large Triangle from Step 6, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 10 times evenly across, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2–21 Work as for First Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Second triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun Aquarel No. 804 with ss in first sp of Row 20 of Trapezoid B from Step 7, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 10 times, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2-21 Work as for Second Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Step 9: Trapezoid A, Tail pointing right
Rows 1-21 With RS facing and using Softfun No. 2617, work as for Trapezoid A from Step 3.
Step 10: Large Triangle, Tail pointing left
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun No. 2623 with ss in final sc of second triangle of Bow Tie from Step 8, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 20 times evenly across placing final sc in last sp of Trapezoid A from Step 9 using photo as a guide, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Rows 2-41 Work as for Large Triangle in Step 4. Weave all ends.
Step 11: Trapezoid B, Tail pointing right
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun Denim No. 510 with ss in final st of Trapezoid from Step 9, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 20 times evenly across placing final sc in last st of Large Triangle, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Rows 2-20 Work exactly as for Large Triangle from Step 4 stopping after Row 20, cut yarn and finish off. [11 sc, 11 sp]
Step 12: Bow Tie
First triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun No. 2426 with ss in first sp, sc in same sp, (ch1, sc) 10 times evenly across, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2–21 Work as for First Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Second triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun Denim No. 505 with ss in first st, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 10 times evenly across, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2-21 Work as for Second Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Step 13: Diamond
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun No. 2492 in final sc of first triangle of Bow Tie, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 9 times evenly across using photo as a guide, ch1, sc in center sp, (ch1, sc) 9 times evenly across, ch1, sc in final sc of second triangle on Bow Tie, turn. [21 sc, 20 ch]
Rows 2-21 (Ch1, sc in next sp) up to final sp before center st, ch1, sc2tog as follows: (Insert hook in next sp, yoh, pull up loop) 2 times, yoh, draw yarn through all 3 lps – sc2tog made, (ch1, sc in next sp) to end, placing final sc in last sp. On Row 21, work sc in ch-sp, cut yarn, and finish off. [1 sc]
Step 14: Bow Tie
First triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun No. 2623 with ss in first st, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 10 times evenly across, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2–21 Work as for First Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Second triangle of Bow Tie
Row 1 With WS facing, join Softfun No. 2623 with ss in first st, sc in same st, (ch1, sc) 10 times evenly across, turn. [11 sc, 10 sp]
Rows 2-21 Work as for Second Triangle of Bow Tie in Step 2.
Step 15: Fill C
Row 1 With RS facing, join Softfun Denim No. 510 in final st of First Triangle of Bow Tie, (sc, ch1, sc) in same st (ch1, sc) evenly across 9 times, ch1, sc in center sp, (ch1, sc) evenly across 9 times, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final st of Second Triangle of Bow Tie, turn. [21 sc, 20 sp]
Row 2 (Sc, ch1, sc) in first sp, (ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, ch1, sc2tog over next 2 sps, (ch1, sc in next sp) 9 times, ch1, (sc, ch1, sc) in final sp, turn. [22 sc, 21 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Rows 3-21 Rep Row 2.
Row 22 (Sc in next sp, ch1) 10 times, sc2tog over 2 sps, (ch1, sc in next sp) 10 times, turn. [20 sc, 20 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Rows 23-31 (Sc in next st, ch1) across to ch-sp before center, sc2tog over 2 sps, (ch1, sc in next sp) across to end, turn. [2 sc, 2 sp, 1 sc2tog]
Row 32 Sc2tog over 2 sps, cut y arn and weave ends.
Strip 1 is complete!!! I can’t wait to share more with you, but for now, Part 1 is finished!
I hope you enjoy working on your first Strip!
Happy crafting,
Rachele C.
Linen Stitch Blanket Pattern Series
Have a look at the other blankets in this series! They are all free patterns, releasing roughly on the last day of each month from May through September.
- French Braid Blanket
- Zendoodle Blanket (This post)
- LissMiss Blanket (Coming August 15)
- Beach Hut Blanket (Coming August 31)
- Chevronnie Blanket (Coming September 30)