A free crochet along that takes you on a road trip
Create a stunning blanket that takes you to destinations far and near. The Road Trip Blanket is a free crochet along right here on the blog.
The Road Trip Blanket Free Crochet Along 2025
There’s something magical about hitting the road—windows down, playlist queued, and the excitement of discovering new places (or revisiting old favorites) just around the bend. Whether you’re venturing across state lines or simply exploring your own hometown, road trips have a way of refreshing the soul and inspiring the imagination.
That’s exactly the spirit behind our Road Trip Blanket Free Crochet Along!
This free crochet along invites you to take a virtual road trip with your crochet hook—no gas money or packing required. Each section of the blanket is inspired by a different destination, turning your stitches into scenic stops along the way.
From majestic mountains to oceanside towns, every strip is a tribute to the beauty and wonder of travel. Cozy, creative, and full of meaning, the Road Trip Blanket is the perfect project to work on from the comfort of home while your mind wanders the open road.
Let’s make something special—one mile, one stitch at a time.
The Road Trip Blanket Design
This free crochet along is hosted by Debbie of MadameStitch and Christine of Spotted Horse Design Co.
Not long ago, Christine had a dream about a crocheted blanket that took the maker on a journey. With that dream, the Road Trip Blanket was born.
The blanket is a collaborative design, bringing together 12 crochet designers from across the US with stops in Scotland and Belgium as well. Each designer was asked to tell a story about where they’re from or where they live now.
Using a variety of stitches and techniques, each destination is depicted in a creative strip design that captures the imagination and transports the maker to the next stop on the journey.
What is a free crochet along?
Participating in a free crochet along is such a special experience. If you’ve never been a part of one, here’s what you can expect when you join a free crochet along.
- Everyone crochets the same project at the same time.
- Each part of the project is released one at a time. That way all of the participants can work at the same pace.
- The fun part comes when everyone is sharing progress photos with the group. It’s so motivating!
How this free crochet along works
Here’s how to participate in this free crochet along
- The CAL officially begins Monday, June 16, with the release of the instructions for the first strip.
- A new strip or part of the pattern will be released every Monday and Thursday through the end of July.
- Each strip pattern will be forever free on the designer’s blog. All other sections of the blanket pattern will be forever free on event post here and on Christine’s blog.
- The CAL concludes with the release of the border instructions on Monday, July 28th.
- The entire pattern will be available for purchase.
Join in the fun on Facebook
Want to share the experience with other crocheters as you travel through the blanket construction?
Join my MadameStitch Crochet Corner Facebook group for the full experience!
Sign up for CAL emails
Get updates and reminders sent directly to your inbox by filling out the form below.
Note: The parts of the pattern will NOT be emailed out to anyone. These emails are only for information about the CAL.
Here’s your free Passport!
“Stamp” your passport as you visit and crochet each destination on your journey. This fun official document will help you celebrate each place along the way.
Skill Level: Intermediate
This is NOT a beginner level blanket. It’s only for crocheters who are at least Intermediate level. Here’s why:
- While there are plenty of basic stitches included, every strip of the blanket presents a stitch or technique, sometimes both, that challenge the crocheter.
- The blanket is a project that requires you to pay close attention. Very little of the blanket construction is mindful repetitive stitching.
- This project takes a high level of commitment to complete. But, boy, is it worth it!
As a beginner, you may be tempted to take on this blanket. While there are tutorial resources included, the blanket requires an Intermediate level of crochet understanding.
We would love for every crocheter to make this blanket. But, you must be honest and realistic about your crochet skills before you commit.
Purchase the full pattern ebook
Participating in the free crochet along is great fun. But, sometimes navigating between blog posts to get the free pattern can become a slog.
Purchase the full ebook pattern because:
- Everything is included – Detailed instructions for the entire blanket start to finish!
- Work at your own pace – Crochet when you’re ready and when it fits into your schedule.
- One click access – No need to bookmark pages or hunt for the pattern online.
- Printable format – Keep the pattern handy as you crochet.
- Start anytime
- No FOMO – Don’t miss a thing during or after the CAL!
- Lifetime access – Keep the pattern forever in your personal pattern library!
Pattern presale begins Monday, June 9. Use the button below to get your very own copy when it becomes available!
The 2025 Road Trip Blanket Begins Here
General Information
Finished Measurements
- Each strip measures approx. 5″ x 50″ wide.
- The entire blanket is approx. 52.5″ wide x 72.5″ long.
The Yarn
We chose Lion Brand’s “Heartland” for our blanket because it’s just so soft and comfy. It’s a dream to work with and offers such beautifully rich colors.
Best of all, the colors are inspired by the beauty of America’s national parks which fits the concept and narrative of the Road Trip Blanket perfectly.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Want to plan your own colors?
Download this handy PDF and plan your truly unique Road Trip Blanket!
Hook and Other Tools
- US size H-8 (5mm)
- Removable stitch markers
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
