There’s something so satisfying about watching a ripple crochet blanket grow before your eyes, and this vintage fan design does exactly that, row by row. Built from repeating rows of dramatic triple treble stitches, this oversized throw is a true stash buster, using around 4,500 yards across six gorgeous colors. The free crochet pattern can be found right here on the page, or you can pick up a printable PDF available for purchase in the shop.
UPDATED: JULY 17, 2026 BY BRITTANY
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Skill Level | Intermediate
Finished Size | 60″ x 75″
What makes this ripple crochet blanket so much fun to make is the dramatic fan texture created by the triple treble stitch — it’s bold, textural, and unlike anything you’ve probably crocheted before.
This oversized throw makes a wonderful gift for a new home, a cozy addition to your own living room, or a special project for someone who loves color. The triple treble stitch takes a little practice to get comfortable with, but once you find your rhythm, this blanket grows fast — one triple treble row alone adds a full 1.5 inches to the length, so you’ll watch it take shape in no time.
About Our Vintage Fan Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern
Our vintage fan ripple crochet blanket brings together bold color and beautiful texture in one oversized throw you’ll be proud to show off. It’s designed for crocheters who are ready to level up from basic stitches and try their hand at the triple treble, adding real dimension and drama to a classic ripple silhouette. Whether you’re working through a stash of odds and ends or picking out six brand new colors just for this project, the end result is a blanket that feels personal and one of a kind. At 60″ x 75″, it’s generously sized for curling up on the couch, layering over a bed, or wrapping up as a heartfelt handmade gift.
Keep reading for more frequently asked questions and pattern details, or jump down to the free pattern.
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Recommended Supplies
- About 4,500 yds; Medium-weight (#4) Yarn
- Color A: 900 yds
- Color B: 720 yds
- Color C: 720 yds
- Color D: 720 yds
- Color E: 720 yds
- Color F: 720 yds
- 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
For the blanket pictured, I used a variety of yarn brands from my own stash, mixed and matched to create the palette you see here. It’s one of my favorite ways to use up random skeins of yarn that have been sitting in my bins, and it’s endlessly satisfying watching so many colors come together into one cohesive design.
You can absolutely do the same with your own stash, or shop for six brand-new colors that fit your space. Just be sure to choose yarns with a similar weight, texture, and care instructions so the fabric stays consistent, and always check your gauge before starting, adjusting your hook size up or down as needed to hit the correct finished measurements.
Abbreviations
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology.
- BLO Back Loop Only
- Ch Chain
- Hk Hook
- Rep Repeat
- Sc Single Crochet
- Sk Skip
- St(s) Stitch(es)
- Slst Slip Stitch
- Trtr Triple Treble
Triple Treble (Trtr): For a triple treble crochet, wrap the yarn around the hook 5 times.
Vintage Fan Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern Notes
This vintage fan ripple crochet blanket is an eye-catching, fast-growing throw perfect for confident intermediate crocheters looking for a fresh stitch challenge. It’s made using the triple treble stitch, a taller variation that gives the fan pattern its dramatic scalloped texture and lofty drape. One row within each color repeat adds 1.5 inches to the total length, so the blanket builds height quickly and keeps the process feeling rewarding.
With six colors used throughout, it’s the perfect project for using up leftover stash yarn or designing a brand new palette to match your space. The finished throw measures an oversized 60″ x 75″, plenty big enough to snuggle under on the couch or gift to someone special. Once you get the hang of the stitch, this pattern moves fast, one satisfying wave at a time.
Finished Size: 60″ x 75″
Gauge:
2.5” from peak to peak and 2.25” for one color stripe (rows 2-5 of pattern).
Vintage Fan Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern
Row 1: With Color A, ch 226. Make 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hk. 1 sc in the next 3 ch. Then make 3 sc in the next ch. *Make 1 sc in the next 8 ch. Then 3 sc in the next ch.
Rep from * to the last 4 ch. Make 1 sc in the last 4 ch. Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st) and turn.
Rows 2–3: Sk the first sc. Make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Then make 3 sc in the BLO of the next st. *Make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Sk 2 sc, then make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Make 3 sc in the BLO of the next st.
Rep from * to the last 5 sts. Make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Leave the last st unworked. Ch 1 (does’t count as ast) and turn.
Row 4: Slst in the BLO of the next 3 sts. Ch 6 (counts as trtr). Then make 1 trtr in the BLO of the next 2 sts. Make 3 trtr in the BLO of the next st. *Make 1 trtr in the BLO of the next 3 sts. Sk 4 sts. Then make 1 trtr in the BLO of the next 3 sts. Make 3 trtr in the BLO of the next st.
Rep from * to the last 5 sts. Make 1 trtr in the BLO of the next 3 sts. In the last st, break Color A and join color B. Leave the last 2 sts unworked. Ch 1 (doesn’t count as st) and turn.
Row 5: Make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Then make 3 sc in the BLO of the next st. *Make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 8 sts. Then make 3 sc in the BLO of the next st.
Rep from * to the last 4 sts. Then make 1 sc in the BLO of the next 4 sts. Ch 1 (doesn’t count as st) and turn.
Pattern and Stripe Repeat
Rows 2-5 make up the stitch pattern repeat.
For the same stripe pattern seen in the sample blanket, change to a new color every 5th row. The stripe color pattern is as follows:
4 rows color A
4 rows color B
4 rows color C
4 rows color D
4 rows color E
4 rows color F
Repeat this stripe color pattern 6 times, plus one additional strip of color A for a blanket that measures about 75” long.
For the final color stripe, work rows 2-5, then rows 2-4 all in color A. Then fasten off and weave in the ends.
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