Download a visual pattern to create a crochet blanket in sizes ranging from Lovey to King Size, and start practicing the basics of crochet on a useful and adaptable project Few crochet projects are as rewarding as making a blanket. It’s a project that lets you practice basic stitches, gain confidence with the hook, and watch your work grow row by row until it becomes a functional, handmade piece. If you also have a clear pattern, the process becomes much easier.