A classic blanket pattern stitch. Use two strands of yarn held as one to make this up quickly!

The tulip stitch, also known as the box stitch, is a classic blanket pattern. Make it even prettier by continuing the pattern along the three remaining edges of the blanket.

Use tall stitches bracketed by short ones to produce a nubby blanket from one skein of yarn. A simple edge of single crochet on the last row gives the blanket a balanced look.

Although this uses a simple single crochet throughout, you’ll make this blanket thick and puffy by working with two strands held together and working in the back loops only.