ILYSM Valentine’s Day Corner to Corner Blanket Graph
If you’re looking for a bold, modern Valentine’s Day crochet project that says it all, this ILYSM Valentine’s Day Corner to Corner (C2C) Blanket Graph is such a fun make. The clean black-and-white lettering paired with a sweet red scalloped border makes this blanket graphic, cozy, and full of love—without being over-the-top.
Whether you’re making it for a partner, a teen, or even as a statement throw for February décor, this blanket is sure to get smiles. 💖
About the Design
This crochet blanket is worked using the corner to corner (C2C) method, creating a pixel-style graph that spells out ILYSM (I Love You So Much). The high-contrast black and white makes the letters easy to read, while the red scalloped border adds the perfect Valentine’s Day finish.
Design highlights:
- Modern text-based C2C graph
- Classic black and white colorwork
- Finished with a red scalloped edging
- Perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts or seasonal home décor
Pattern Details
- Technique: Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet
- Skill Level: Confident beginner to intermediate
- Yarn Weight: Worsted weight (4)
- Colors: Black, White, Red
- Hook Size: I / 5.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge)
- Construction: C2C graph blanket with border added after completion
This pattern is written with clear graph instructions, making it easy to follow row by row as the letters come to life.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
- 💕 Perfect Valentine’s statement piece – says “ILYSM” without needing extra embellishments
- 🧶 Relaxing C2C stitching – once you get going, it’s easy and rhythmic
- 🎁 Great gift idea – meaningful, handmade, and totally customizable
- 🖤 Modern look – bold lettering with a clean, graphic style
- ❤️ Fun finishing touch – the red scalloped border ties everything together
FAQ
Ready to Crochet Your ILYSM Blanket?
This ILYSM Valentine’s Day Corner to Corner Blanket Graph is such a fun way to crochet your feelings into something cozy and meaningful. Whether it’s a gift or a festive throw for your own home, it’s a project you’ll love stitching from the first block to the final scallop.
ILYSM Valentine’s Day C2C Blanket Crochet Pattern
Materials
Hobby Lobby I Love this Yarn: 3 White, 1 Black, 1 Fire Red
H/5.0 mm hook
yarn needle
scissors
Level
intermediate (a knowledge of C2C is required)
Pattern Notes & Stitches to Know
C2C stitch
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
Approx Finished Size: 36″ x 52″
-This is not a written pattern and is not a “how-to crochet C2C” pattern. This is just the printable graph. A knowledge of C2C is required.
-In some rows the same color will be needed to two sections. I recommend making small bobbins or cakes of the colors.
-I recommend keeping the color changes and carrying on the same side so there is a back and a front.
Download the printable graph for free HERE
BORDER
Join white to a corner dc
Round 1: ch 1, *sc in corner, [ch 2, sc in between the next C2C “blocks”] repeat from [ to ] across to corner*, repeat from * to * around, join to first sc with sl st
Round 2: ch 1, *(sc, ch 2, sc) in corner, [2 sc in ch-2 space, sc in sc] repeat from [ to ] across to corner* repeat from * to * around, join to first sc with sl st
Fasten off.
Join red to a corner ch-2 space
Round 3: ch 2, *8 dc in corner ch-2 space, skip 3 stitches, sc in next, [skip 2 stitches, 5 dc in next, skip 2 stitches, sc in next] repeat from [ to ] across to corner ch-2 space* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc wtih sl st
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
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