C2C Retro Rescue Throw Pattern-PDF Instant Download-Corner to Corner Sofa Throw

This C2C Retro Rescue Throw crochet pattern features a saguaro cactus, dog, and cat silhouette inside a bold 5-stripe retro sunset design. The finished blanket measures approximately 50” x 60” — perfect for a cozy throw or statement piece.

This digital crochet pattern is part of the Rescue Spotlight Series— 100% of its profits will go to Baja Street Dogs, a nonprofit working tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome stray dogs in Baja California, MX and California, USA . When you purchase this pattern, you’re not just making something beautiful—you’re helping save lives, one stitch at a time.

A fun and meaningful project that adds a pop of color and heart to your home!

The Basics:
• Skill Level: Easy (Basic crochet skills, increasing, decreasing and knowledge of corner-to-corner (C2C)/Diagonal Box Stitch. If you are unfamiliar with C2C or need a brush up, links to some of my favorite tutorials are included in the PDF).
• Yarn Requirements: Approximately 3000-3500 yards of worsted weight yarn (208 yards/100g each) in 6 colors.
• Finished Size: About 50” x 60” before border.

Why You’ll Love It:
A Fun, retro design inspired by desert sunsets
One pattern = one cause = real impact
Easy-to-follow C2C chart and written instructions
Perfect as a sofa throw or heartfelt handmade gift
Instant Download – Start crocheting right away with a detailed, easy-to-follow PDF pattern!

PDF FILE INCLUDES:
-Basic C2C instructions
-1-page graph
-1-page uncolored graph with symbols
-Written line by line pattern
-Color block chart w/abbreviations
-4-page graph

MATERIALS:

HOOK
US size H-8 (5 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge

YARN
Weight 4 Medium, Worsted (80% Acrylic, 20% Superwash Wool; 208 yds/190 m per 100 g skein]
•MC (Main Color/Chocolate): 2608 yds/2383 m (1254 g)
•C1 (Color 1/Gulfstream): 94 yds/86 m (45 g)
•C2 (Color 2/Latte): 135 yds/124 m (65 g)
•C3 (Color 3/Canary): 160 yds/146 m (77 g)
•C4 (Color 4/Orange): 150 yds/137 m (72 g)
•C5 (Color 5/Love Letter): 175 yds/160m (84 g)
•Optional Border: MC (Main Color/Chocolate): 208 yds /190 m (100 g)

NOTIONS
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Stitch Marker
13 Bobbins (Optional-See C2C Helpful Video Tutorials on page 3)

GAUGE
6 Blocks x 6 Blocks = 4 in (10 cm) in double crochet diagonal box stitch (C2C) blocked

FINISHED SIZE
75 Blocks W x 89 Blocks L = 50 in (127 cm) x 60 in (152cm) blocked
Including border: 52 in (132 cm) x 62 in (157 cm)
Your size may vary depending on your yarn choice, hook size and personal gauge.

Have questions along the way? Just reach out, and I’ll be happy to help!

Tag Me!
I love to see your finished projects! If you share your creations on Instagram, tag me @cactusflowercrochet using the hashtag #retrorescuethrow

Thank you for choosing Cactus Flower Crochet-where every stitch celebrates the desert’s vibrant spirit. Happy crocheting!

Wendy ~.~

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