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Get over 20+ temperature blanket patterns with both knit and crochet options! These weatherghans are unique projects you can work on all year and then gift.
I’ve been knitting since I was 15 years old. Which would – this coming year – mean that I’ve been doing it for 32 years!
And I can’t believe in that time frame, I’d NEVER heard of temperature blankets. Until just recently.
If you’ve never heard of them – they are fun way to track the temperature in your area throughout the year. They are made by knitting or crocheting a row or square each day based on the temperature for that day.
Some people choose to make blankets that cover an entire year, while others make them for specific seasons or months.
These blankets (also referred to as a Weatherghan or a 4 season blanket) are not only practical but also make for beautiful keepsakes and thoughtful gifts.
The possibilities for temperature blanket patterns are endless. You can use any stitch pattern, from simple garter or stockinette to more intricate lace or cable designs.
One of the great things about these blankets is that they’re one of a kind. And you don’t know how one of a kind they’ll truly be until they’re done – it depends on the weather!
If you’re new to knitting or crochet, temperature blankets are a great way to practice your skills and learn new techniques.
The repetitive nature of the project allows you to focus on perfecting your stitches and tension, while also creating something beautiful.
Making a Temperature Blanket
Are you ready to dig in and make a weatherghan or two? Here are some frequently asked questions:
How much yarn do you need?
Most blankets I’ve made take between 10 – 15 skeins of yarn. Of course this depends on the yarn weight, the gauge of the pattern (how tight is the weave), the amount on the skein, and the temperature!
I recommend using readily available yarn like Lion Brand or Red Heart so that if you need more, you can just buy it.
Buy one skein of each color (temperature range) to start, unless you know it’s really hot or really cold in your area. Then buy two to start, at least for the dominant temperature color.
Choosing your color scheme
The patterns below are going to give you a variety of color options and ways to build your blanket. Having said that, I’ve given you a color chart below as a place to start.
You can move the colors around depending on what your favorite colors are. Red doesn’t have to be “hot.” If you live in Arizona and your favorite color is blue, switch things around!
If you live in a mild climate or want to use fewer colors, combine some of the buckets. Once you review the patterns, I think you’ll be able to make your own chart quite easily.
Now that you’ve gotten the basics, I think you’re ready to jump into the patterns. Here they are . . . let me know your favorites in the comments!
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Gabrielle Vezina
Ribbed Knit Blanket or Scarf
Learn how to make a simple knitted blanket or scarf with a temperature theme. You'll knit one row per day for a year, and the pattern is very simple (K1, P1 ribbing).If you're looking for a basic temp blanket pattern in a stockinette stitch, check this pattern out (it's free).
The blanket is made up of mitred squares that are knit-together-as-you-go. The stripes in each square could represent:
The high and low temp for each day for a single location for a year.
The daily high temp for the year a couple was married (you can find archived temperature data online) and the year they celebrate a milestone anniversary.
The daily high temp for a child’s first year and the year they celebrate a milestone birthday.
This pattern involves knitted squares, but you could crochet it as well! What I love about this temperature blanket pattern is that it includes some squares with multiple colors, some with solid, and a unique overall design.
Impress your friends with this beautiful Shlanket (scarf/shawl/blanket) that will create an heirloom for a lifetime! You can knit in the round and don't have to weave in the ends. This pattern can be modified very easily for any weight of yarn.Using smaller needles result in smaller shlanket.
There’s no better way to ring in the new year than planning out a fun year-long crochet project. This pattern will give you all the information you need to plan out your own temperature blanket or a historical temperature blanket for a special year – such as a child’s first year, anniversary, year of a wedding, and more.
Grab these basic instructions for a textured hexagon pattern to be crocheted as a temperature blanket! This pattern can also be used for a scrappy blanket as well (if you have a lot of colors of other yarns left over).
This very easy and relaxing overlay mosaic crochet pattern that is perfectly suited for a temperature or scrap blanket! You'll be able to remember it without constantly looking at a chart.
The basic temperature square pattern is taken up a notch with this idea from Heidi! She decided to use the same background, then vary the colors in the circle depending on the temps and whether there was snow or rain. So cool!
This fun chevron temperature blanket is worked in long panels and is primarily done using Tunisian simple stitch (crochet). The chevron pattern is achieved by adding increases and decreases. Stripes that represent daily high temperatures alternate with a contrasting color, providing some additional visual interest to the chevron design and adds some fun along the way.
This fun and modern temperature blanket is worked in panels, using two different types of yarns and is done in Tunisian simple stitch. Daily temperature color stripes are worked using a contrasting color which gives the striping a blended and woven look. Panels are joined together and a simple single crochet border is added to finish it off.
A lot of the temperature blanket patterns use daily or weekly stitches – these crochet pattern is based on monthly rectangles! Even though you're making a blanket, it's nice to break it up into 12 pieces. You'll use the linen stitch for this afghan!
Get basic instructions for a mitred crochet granny square for use as a temperature blanket. The center of each square indicates whether there was rainfall or snowfall.
For this split square crochet temperature blanket, both the high and low temperature are tracked. Each square represents a month with each round representing a day. I love how bold it is!
Get basic instructions for a half and half granny hexagon for use as a temperature blanket! I love that half is the high temp and half is a low temp, making some cool looking squares.
I LOVE this unique pattern! It incorporates the names of the months, so it is easy to keep track of where (or rather when) you are if you miss a few days!
Get basic instructions for a spiral motif to use specifically for a temperature afghan – although it could be used for a normal blanket as well. Step by step photo instructions included.
Each granny square is joined as you go for a comfy, oversized throw blanket. Adjust the colors and temperature gauge to fit your local weather range. By New Year’s Eve, your new favorite blanket will be complete, complete with 365 happy memories.
You’ll need white and eleven additional colors of yarn to make this crochet pattern. If you are like me and live in the Pacific NW of the United States, you're going to be using a lot of blue and green yarn!
This cool quilt is constructed from twelve individual squares representing the months of the year. Squares are seamed together with a whip stitch seam using the main color. After seaming, the linen stitch border is added and worked in turned rounds. I love the pretty result!
This finished crochet temperature quilt ends up being 19 squares by 19 squares – and uses ten colors! I love the brightness of this idea, plus you can pick a cool background color to go with.
Have you ever made a temperature blanket? Let me know what you think in the comments. If you enjoyed these patterns, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas!
