Tranquility Blanket CAL

Love gorgeous, unique texture in blankets? Find yourself getting bored when crocheting simple throw blankets? Want to participate in an event that will give you a gorgeous crochet blanket at the end? You’ll love the Tranquility Blanket CAL – A collaborative crochet blanket pattern made of 12 parts and designed by 10 talented designers.

Hosted by myself and my lovely friend Agat of Made by Gootie, the Tranquility Blanket CAL will guide you through stunning crochet stitch patterns that come together as one beautiful blanket.

The Tranquility Blanket is our 3rd annual Crochet Blanket CAL (crochet-a-long) and we are so excited! We cannot wait for you to start crocheting, sampling designer patterns and learning new skills along the way.

Designed to include texture and stitch patterns that are unique to each designer, the Tranquility Blanket CAL will guide you through the 12 interesting parts of this crochet blanket pattern.

This will not only keep things interesting as you work on a bigger project but you’ll have a gorgeous crochet blanket at the end of the event.

Our previous two blanket CALs, the Harmony Throw Blanket and Serenity Throw Blanket, were both very popular and we still see crocheters making them today.

We couldn’t be more excited for the release of the Tranquility Blanket because we know you’ll love it, too.

How does the Tranquility CAL Crochet Blanket Pattern Work?

This crochet blanket pattern CAL offers 12 parts (or strips) of blanket designed by 10 talented designers, transition rows and a border. Each part of the blanket will be released on it’s own feature day.

Construction of the Blanket

Unlike other collaborative blanket CALs you might have seen or been a part of, each part of this CAL is worked directly on top of the previous part so there is no seaming or fancy work involved.

Between each part, two rows of Transition Rows will be worked to break up the texture and provide a clean border between each part.

Simply crochet the next part right on top of the transition rows as if this crochet blanket pattern were all one piece.

Sizes Available

This year, the crochet blanket pattern offers two sizes. You will be able to choose from making your Tranquility Blanket as a Lapghan (40 inches by 50 inches) or a Throw (50 inches x 60 inches).

Part 1 of this crochet blanket pattern will begin with the chain requirements for both Lapghan and Throw. Decide which size you’d prefer to make, chain the required amount and follow the patterns as instructed.

If you make a Lapghan, you will use only 10 of the 12 parts to reach 50 inches in length. If you make a Throw, you will use all 12 parts to reach approximately 60 inches in length.

How will each part of this crochet blanket pattern CAL be released?

Starting October 14, 2024, one part of this crochet blanket pattern will be released each Monday and Thursday at 8 AM Pacific (11 AM Eastern) until all parts and the border have been released.

You will be able to view the pattern for free on the designers blog (ad supported), purchase the individual part from the designers shops (if available) or purchase the Tranquility Blanket eBook which includes all 12 parts.

Note: There are NO free PDF downloads of any patterns in this event. “Free on the designers blog” means the pattern is free to view and use on the designers blog, but not available to download for free.

How to Participate in this Crochet Blanket Pattern CAL

The Tranquility Blanket CAL has many options for participation, allowing flexibility to all different types of crocheters.

• Prefer to be a part of a group and want to show off your work to others? Join our Facebook Groups!
  • The Loophole Fox Facebook Group
  • Made by Gootie Facebook Group
• Want to make sure you don’t miss the release of a part?
  • Want an email? Sign up for my newsletter!
  • Want to see a post on Facebook? Like my Facebook Page!
  • Prefer to be on Instagram? I’ve got you! Follow me on IG and Agat on IG.
• Want to show off your work to me (or the designers) but don’t have a Facebook? Send us an email!
• Or, if you prefer none of those options, you can bookmark this page and come back to check each Monday and Thursday for the new patterns released at 8 AM Pacific (11 AM Eastern).

The Designers who helped make this Crochet Blanket Pattern possible:

Of course, I have to give a big shout out to the designers who joined Agat and I this year. Each of them provided stunning stitch patterns designed specifically for the Tranquility Blanket. We are always grateful when they join us and trust us to lead a fantastic event.

Aside from Agat and myself, joining us in this crochet blanket pattern CAL are:

• Kristen of Hooks, Books, & Wanderlust
• Jamie of Remington Lane Crochet
• Debbie of MadameStitch
• Allison of Clair de Lune Fiber Art
• Christine of Sweet Potato 3
• Hortense of Knitting with Chopsticks
• Sandra of Sandra Stitches
• Helen of Sunflower Cottage Crochet

What if I want a PDF of the Tranquility Crochet Blanket Pattern?

If you’d like to have a PDF of the full crochet blanket pattern, don’t worry – We’ve got you!

The Tranquility Blanket eBook is jam packed with patterns, notes, resources and everything you need to crochet your blanket with confidence.

The eBook features:

• A thoughtful format with all the different patterns in the same layout, font, etc.
• Detailed yarn requirements so you can plan your colors accordingly.
• Construction information for both sizes.
• A resource library of tutorials
• Photo tutorials for special stitches
• Photo tutorials for patterns
• Links to video tutorials (when available)
• Detailed instructions for the border
• And a second “Printer Friendly” version without photos to help save ink if you like to print your patterns.

Overall, this eBook is an absolute steal!

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Tranquility Blanket CAL Materials, Notes & Transition Row Instructions

Here’s everything you need to know before the Tranquility Blanket CAL begins!

Skill Level

Each of the 12 parts of this crochet blanket pattern have their own skill level. These skill levels range from Confident Advanced Beginner to Intermediate.

It is VERY likely you will learn new stitches or new techniques with this CAL so be prepared to learn something new. All of us designers will be right here to support you!

Yarn Requirements

You will need a Medium (4) worsted weight yarn. Worsted is the lighter of the yarns in the Medium (4) category. If you use an Aran (or heavier) weight of yarn, your blanket will be bigger than stated.

We used Sirdar Country Classic Worsted in 4 colors for our blanket. Our colorways used were: Golden, Oyster (light pink), Clotted Cream and White.

• We used Sirdar Country Classic Worsted in 4 colors. Our colorways were:
  • Golden (gold)
  • Oyster (light pink)
  • Clotted Cream (cream)
  • White (white – only used in transition rows and border)
• Sirdar Country Classic Worsted is 50% Wool and 50% Acrylic
• 100 grams / 218 yards / 200 meters per skein

See below for total yarn usage and the breakdown of each color used. Details for how much each part used will be listed as they released and at the end of the blog post (use this link to jump to yarn usage for each part).

Total Amount of Yarn Needed Per Size:

Lapghan: 1,567 grams / 3,412 yards / 3,130 meters
Throw: 1,952 grams / 4,256 yards / 3,904 meters

Breakdown of Yarn Colors Used:

LAPGHAN

Color	Amount Used	Parts Color is Used in
Color A – Golden	458 gr / 998 yds / 916 m – 5 Skeins	Parts 1, 4, 7 & 10
Color B – Oyster	488 gr / 1,065 yds / 976 m – 5 Skeins	Parts 2, 5, 8 & 11
Color C – Clotted Cream	380 gr / 820 yds / 752 m – 4 Skeins	Parts 3, 6, 9 & 12
Color D – White	245 gr / 534 yds / 490 m – 3 Skeins	Border & Transition Rows

THROW

Color	Amount Used	Parts Color is Used in
Color A – Golden	570 gr / 1,243 yds / 1,140 m – 6 Skeins	Parts 1, 4, 7 & 10
Color B – Oyster	610 gr / 1,330 yds / 1,220 m – 7 Skeins	Parts 2, 5, 8 & 11
Color C – Clotted Cream	470 gr / 1,025 yds / 940 m – 5 Skeins	Parts 3, 6, 9 & 12
Color D – White	300 gr / 659 yds / 604 m – 3 Skeins	Border & Transition Rows

Tools & Notions

• 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook (or hook size required to match gauge. You can learn more about matching gauge so your blanket doesn’t become too large with my Gauge Master Post).
• Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle

Size(s)

The Tranquility CAL Crochet Blanket Pattern includes 2 sizes this year.

Lapghan: Approximately 40 inches x 50 inches (102 cm x 122 cm)
Throw: Approximately 50 inches x 60 inches (127 cm x 152 cm)

Matching gauge for at least the first part of this blanket is important, especially if you use a different yarn. Creating a gauge swatch will help make sure that your blanket doesn’t become too big.

Gauge

Each part of the CAL will have it’s own gauge as listed by the pattern’s designer. The most important gauge you’ll want to match is for Part 1. Typically, you can continue crocheting with the matched gauge to Part 1 through all of the parts (except Part 9 which we will recommend a larger hook for).

Terminology

The entire Tranquility CAL Crochet Blanket Pattern, including all of the 12 parts, are written using US Terms.

Overall Blanket Notes

• Be sure to read all notes for each part as listed by the Designer. Each pattern will have it’s own notes that will be important for understanding the designers pattern.
• Each part is separated by 2 Transition Rows. Make sure to work these after finishing one part and starting the next. You will not work Transition Rows after finishing Part 12 (for Throw) or your 10th chosen part (for Lapghan).
• Always finish the last stitch of the part you are working on with your Transition Row color to work your Transition Rows. Make sure to finish the last stitch of the second Transition Row with the color you’ve chosen for the next part.
• The blanket is crocheted over 156 stitches (Lapghan) or 192 stitches (Throw). When finishing each part, make sure you have the correct stitch count.
• When each part releases, I will link any additional tutorials and/or include any notes that I think will be useful from working the patterns myself.

Note: This is the only “free PDF” that is offered in this event. No patterns in this CAL will be offered as a free PDF download.

Transition Row Instructions

Abbreviations (US)

• Ch – Chain
• Sc – Single Crochet
• FLO – Front Loop Only
• St(s) – Stitch(es)

Instructions

With the color chosen for your transition rows, 

Row 1 (RS): Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), turn. 1 sc in each st across. [156 sts Lapghan (192 sts Throw)]

Row 2 (WS): Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), turn. 1 sc in FLO of each sc across. [156 sts Lapghan (192 sts Throw)]

Tranquility Blanket CAL Patterns

The newest available part will always be listed at the top so it’s easy to find. All previously released parts will be listed in order.

Part 1 – Made by Gootie

Head to the free-to-view pattern on Made By Gootie’s Website

Technical Information for Part 1:

• Colorway Used: Color A – Golden
• Yarn Usage:
  • Lapghan: Approximately 130 grams / 279 yards / 256 meters
  • Throw: Approximately 160 grams / 349 yards / 320 meters

Tutorial Links for Advanced Stitches in this Part:

• Puff Stitch Tutorial
• V-hdc Tutorial

Special Notes for this Part:

• Make sure to check gauge for this Part. This is the most important Part for checking gauge as it will determine the size of your blanket.
  • If your gauge is too big (less stitches required to make up 4 inches), go down a hook size.
  • If your gauge is too small (more stitches required to make up 4 inches), go up a hook size.
• Part 1 begins the pattern and is the ONLY Part that starts with chains. All other parts of this CAL will be worked on top of the previous part (and transition rows).
• You should be able to use the hook size required to match gauge through the rest of the patterns (except Part 9. There will be a special note for Part 9).
• Make sure to work your transition rows after completing Part 1 and before crocheting Part 2.

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Yarn Usage and Color Used for Each Part

In the tables below, you will find the color used and the amount of yarn used for each part including the transition rows and border. This is especially helpful if you’re making a blanket using left over yarn from your stash or want to make your blanket in more colors than we did.

All yarn usage is approximate. If you use a different yarn than we did (which is okay!), the yarn usage may not be a perfect match.

Part	Color Used	Amount of Yarn Used
Part 1	Golden	Lapghan: 130 gr / 279 yds / 256 m Throw: 160 gr / 349 yds / 320 m
Part 2	Oyster	Lapghan: 120 gr / 262 yds / 240 m Throw: 150 gr / 327 yds / 300 m
Part 3	Clotted Cream	Lapghan: 80 gr / 174 yds / 160 m Throw: 100 gr / 218 yds / 200 m
Part 4	Golden	Lapghan: 128 gr / 279 yds / 256 m Throw: 160 gr / 349 yds / 320 m
Part 5	Oyster	Lapghan: 120 gr / 262 yds / 240 m Throw: 150 gr / 327 yds / 300 m
Part 6	Clotted Cream	Lapghan: 104 gr / 227 yds / 208 m Throw: 130 gr / 283 yds / 260 m
Part 7	Golden	Lapghan: 88 gr / 192 yds / 176 m Throw: 110 gr / 240 yds / 220 m
Part 8	Oyster	Lapghan: 104 gr / 227 yds / 208 m Throw: 130 gr / 283 yds / 260 m
Part 9	Clotted Cream	Lapghan: 96 gr / 209 yds / 192 m Throw: 120 gr / 262 yds / 240 m
Part 10	Golden	Lapghan: 112 gr / 244 yds / 224 m Throw: 140 gr / 305 yds / 280 m
Part 11	Oyster	Lapghan: 120 gr / 262 yds / 240 m Throw: 150 gr / 327 yds / 300 m
Part 12	Clotted Cream	Lapghan: 96 gr / 209 yds / 192 m Throw: 120 gr / 262 yds / 240 m
Transition Rows Total Usage	White	Lapghan: 109 gr / 238 yds / 218 m Throw: 132 gr / 288 yds / 264 m

Size	Border Yarn Usage (Per Size)
Lapghan	Color B, Oyster: 24 gr / 52 yds / 48 m  Color D, White: 136 gr / 296 yds / 272 m
Throw	Color B, Oyster: 30 gr / 65 yds / 60 m Color D, White: 170 gr / 371 yds / 340 m

FAQ for the Tranquility Crochet Blanket Pattern & CAL Event

Are there free PDFs to download for each part?

No. There are no free PDF downloads in this event. You have the option of using the free to view pattern on the designers blog (ad supported), purchasing the individual pattern from the designers shop (if available) or purchasing the eBook of all 12 patterns.

What is a CAL (crochet along)?

Simply stated, a CAL (crochet-a-long) is a crochet pattern that is released in parts over a time period and crocheters make each part as it is released. Typically the parts of the pattern are released once or twice per week.

A CAL is so much more than that, though. Events like these allow crocheters to follow along with a pattern at the same time as others, be a part of a community of people all crocheting the same thing at the same time, ask questions and possibly learn new stitches, skills and techniques with the support of others.

What stitches should I know or be familiar with before this CAL starts?

If you’d like to ensure that you have the most knowledge available prior to this event starting, you’ll want to know:

• The basic stitches (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, etc.)
• Techniques such as skipping stitches, creating chain 1 spaces (and knowing how to work into them), placing several stitches into one stitch or space, etc.
• Front Post Stitches (Such as Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet and Front Post Treble Crochet)
• Sc2tog (Single Crochet 2 Together)
• Moss Stitch (for border)
• Spiked Single Crochet
• Puff Stitch
• Bobble Stitch
• Extended Half Double Crochet
• Cluster stitches such as dc3tog (double crochet 3 together) all in one stitch or space
• Crochet in 3rd Loop Only of Half Double Crochet (AKA Camel Stitch)
• Stacked Single Crochet
• Bead Stitch
• How to place a Front Post Stitch on a Single Crochet
• How to place a Front Post Stitch 2 Rows Below

Photo tutorials will be included in the free to view patterns on each designers blog. Photo tutorials are also included in the eBook as well as a resource library of links to photo and/or video tutorials.

What do I need to know about gauge and tension?

Each designer has listed gauge for their pattern, which is standard for all crochet patterns. Of course, I wouldn’t be a designer if I didn’t say you should check gauge for each part.

However, you should be able to work the entirety of this crochet blanket pattern based off of the gauge of the first part. For the Harmony and Serenity crochet blanket CALs, I was able to check gauge on the first part and all other parts were fine without having to recheck.

Note: Part 9 will pull in at the sides because it decreases by one stitch (and goes back up to the “correct” stitch count later). For this part, we recommend going up half a hook size to alleviate it pulling in on the sides too much. A note will be included to remind you of this.

What do I do if I need help with a specific part?

If you need help with a specific part, please don’t hesitate to reach out! The designer, of course, will be the best source of help as it is their pattern. I would recommend reaching out to the designer directly.

However, Agat and I are both ready to help too! Agat made the full sample of this crochet blanket pattern and I made swatches of each part as well. We are both happy to help within reason!

Don’t forget to join my Facebook Group so we can chat all about your creations! We are a group for crocheters of all experiences, all interests and love to hang out together. Come join the fun!

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Interested in our past blanket CALs? The Harmony Throw Blanket and Serenity Throw Blanket are still available to work at your own pace.

Want a simple blanket to work on while you wait for the Tranquility Blanket CAL to start? Try my Aspen Throw or Casey Throw!

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If you want some quick projects you can work on while waiting, you can try out some of my Crochet Blanket Squares!