Introduction
A crochet star blanket like this feels magical before you even finish it. The deep blues, glowing yellow stars, and hexagon layout create a dreamy night-sky look that works beautifully as a statement blanket, nursery throw, reading chair blanket, or handmade gift for someone who loves celestial decor.
This Midnight Star Hexagon Crochet Blanket is an original pattern inspired by the design idea in your screenshot: a blanket made from blue hexagon motifs, arranged like a glowing sky, with yellow star appliqués and a dark outer border. The instructions below are written fresh with a complete build plan, motif layout, star details, joining method, border, and finishing steps.
The blanket is made from individual crochet hexagons in several shades of blue, then joined together into a large rectangle-style throw with a slightly pointed hexagon edge. Yellow stars and small glowing motifs are added on top for the finished celestial look.
Description
This blanket uses simple hexagon motifs to build the main body. The color placement creates a soft night-sky gradient: light aqua and turquoise hexagons in the center, medium blue around them, royal blue farther out, and deep navy or purple near the edges.
After the hexagons are joined, small yellow crochet stars are sewn across the surface. Some stars are larger and placed as focal points, while smaller stars are scattered around to make the blanket feel full and balanced. A dark navy border with a thin yellow final edge completes the design.
This project is best for intermediate crocheters, but confident beginners can make it too if they are comfortable making motifs, joining pieces, and sewing appliqués.
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in light aqua blue
- Worsted weight yarn in turquoise blue
- Worsted weight yarn in medium blue
- Worsted weight yarn in royal blue
- Worsted weight yarn in deep navy
- Worsted weight yarn in deep purple, optional for edge motifs
- Worsted weight yarn in golden yellow for stars
- 5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Measuring tape
- Blocking mat and pins, optional
Finished Size
Approximate finished size:
- Baby blanket: 36 x 42 inches
- Throw blanket: 45 x 55 inches
The size depends on the number of hexagons you make.
Each hexagon measures about 5 inches across after blocking.
Gauge
One finished hexagon should measure about 5 inches across from side to side.
Gauge is important because all hexagons need to match.
If your hexagons are too small, use a larger hook.
If your hexagons are too large or loose, use a smaller hook.
Abbreviations
- MR: magic ring
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st: stitch
- sts: stitches
- sp: space
- ch-sp: chain space
- FO: fasten off
Pattern Notes
This blanket is made from crochet hexagons.
The hexagons are joined together after blocking.
The star appliqués are made separately and sewn onto the blanket.
The border is added after all motifs are joined.
This pattern uses a planned color layout to create a glowing night-sky effect.
You can make fewer or more hexagons depending on your desired size.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Basic Hexagon Motif
Make all main blanket motifs using this same hexagon pattern.
Use any blue shade.
Round 1
Make a MR.
Ch 3. This counts as 1 dc.
Work 2 dc into the ring.
Ch 2.
Repeat 5 times: 3 dc into the ring, ch 2.
Join with sl st to top of beginning ch 3.
Pull the ring closed.
You should have 6 clusters and 6 corner spaces.
Round 2
Sl st into the next corner ch-2 sp.
Ch 3.
Work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner space.
In each remaining corner ch-2 sp, work: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Join with sl st to top of beginning ch 3.
Round 3
Sl st into the next corner ch-2 sp.
Ch 3.
Work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner space.
Work 3 dc in the space between the two corner groups from the previous round.
In next corner, work: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Repeat around, working 3 dc in each side space and 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Round 4
Sl st into the next corner ch-2 sp.
Ch 3.
Work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner space.
Work 3 dc in each space along the side.
In each corner, work: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Join with sl st.
Round 5
Ch 1.
Sc in each stitch and space around.
Work 3 sc in each corner ch-2 sp.
Join with sl st to first sc.
FO and weave in ends.
This creates one finished hexagon.
Hexagon Color Plan
For a throw-size blanket, make 61 hexagons total:
- 7 light aqua hexagons
- 10 turquoise hexagons
- 14 medium blue hexagons
- 14 royal blue hexagons
- 10 deep navy hexagons
- 6 deep purple hexagons
For a smaller baby blanket, make 37 hexagons total:
- 5 light aqua hexagons
- 8 turquoise hexagons
- 8 medium blue hexagons
- 8 royal blue hexagons
- 5 deep navy hexagons
- 3 deep purple hexagons
Suggested Layout
Lay the hexagons flat before joining.
For the best night-sky effect:
- Place light aqua hexagons near the center.
- Place turquoise hexagons around the light center.
- Add medium blue around the turquoise.
- Add royal blue toward the outside.
- Use navy and purple along the edges and corners.
This creates a glowing center that fades into a dark starry sky.
Throw Blanket Hexagon Layout
Use rows like this:
Row 1: 4 hexagons
Row 2: 5 hexagons
Row 3: 6 hexagons
Row 4: 7 hexagons
Row 5: 8 hexagons
Row 6: 9 hexagons
Row 7: 8 hexagons
Row 8: 7 hexagons
Row 9: 6 hexagons
Row 10: 5 hexagons
Row 11: 4 hexagons
This gives a large blanket with a beautiful pointed hexagon outline.
Baby Blanket Hexagon Layout
Use rows like this:
Row 1: 3 hexagons
Row 2: 4 hexagons
Row 3: 5 hexagons
Row 4: 6 hexagons
Row 5: 7 hexagons
Row 6: 6 hexagons
Row 7: 5 hexagons
Row 8: 4 hexagons
Row 9: 3 hexagons
Blocking the Hexagons
Block the hexagons before joining.
Lay each hexagon flat.
Pin each of the 6 corners evenly.
Lightly steam-block if your yarn allows it.
Let the motifs dry completely.
This step makes joining much easier and keeps the blanket shape neat.
Joining the Hexagons
Use deep navy yarn for a visible night-sky join.
Place two hexagons with wrong sides together.
Join yarn through the corner stitches of both motifs.
Sl st through both layers across one side.
Continue joining hexagons side by side according to your layout.
When joining multiple motifs, keep corners aligned.
Do not pull the join too tightly, or the blanket may pucker.
If you want a softer join, use whip stitch with a yarn needle instead.
Large Star Appliqué
Make 8–12 large stars for a throw blanket, or 5–7 for a baby blanket.
Use golden yellow yarn.
Round 1
Make a MR.
Work 10 sc into the ring.
Join with sl st to first sc. (10)
Star Points
Repeat 5 times:
Ch 5.
Sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Hdc in next ch.
Dc in next ch.
Tr in next ch.
Skip next st on the center circle.
Sl st in next st.
After the fifth point, join with sl st at the base of the first point.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Small Star Appliqué
Make 15–25 small stars.
Use golden yellow yarn.
Small Star
Make a MR.
Repeat 5 times into the ring:
Ch 3.
Sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Hdc in next ch.
Sl st into the ring.
Pull the ring closed.
Join with sl st.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Glow Circle Motif
Make 6–10 optional glow circles in pale yellow or light aqua.
Round 1
Make a MR.
Work 8 sc into the ring.
Join with sl st. (8)
Round 2
Ch 1.
Work 2 sc in each st around.
Join with sl st. (16)
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
These small circles create the glowing star spots seen across the blanket.
Sewing the Stars
Lay the finished blanket flat.
Place large stars first.
Put larger stars mostly in the darker navy and royal blue areas so they stand out.
Place small stars around the center and edges.
Add glow circles between stars.
Pin everything before sewing.
Sew each star around the center and at the tips so the points stay flat.
Do not sew too tightly.
Weave all ends into the back of the blanket.
Border
Use deep navy yarn.
Border Round 1
Join yarn at any outer corner.
Ch 1.
Sc evenly around the entire blanket edge.
Work 3 sc into every outer corner point.
Work 1 sc into each valley between hexagons.
Join with sl st.
Border Round 2
Ch 1.
Hdc in each st around.
At outer points, work 3 hdc in the corner stitch.
At inner valleys, hdc2tog over the stitches before and after the valley if the border waves.
Join with sl st.
Border Round 3
Use deep purple yarn.
Ch 1.
Sc in each st around.
Work 3 sc in each outer point.
Join with sl st.
FO.
Thin Yellow Star Edge
Use golden yellow yarn.
Join yarn at any outer point.
Final Round
Ch 1.
Sl st loosely in each stitch around.
At each outer point, work sl st, ch 1, sl st in the same corner stitch.
Join with sl st.
FO and weave in ends.
This creates a thin golden outline like the yellow edging in the inspiration image.
Optional Wavy Edge
For a more decorative starry border, use this instead of the thin yellow edge.
Join golden yellow yarn.
Repeat around:
Sc in next st.
Hdc in next st.
Dc in next st.
Hdc in next st.
Sc in next st.
Sl st in next st.
Continue around the edge.
Adjust at corners as needed so the border lies flat.
Finishing
Weave in all ends carefully.
Check every star appliqué.
Check the joining seams.
Lay the blanket flat and shape the outer points.
Steam-block lightly if needed.
Do not press the star appliqués flat.
Let the blanket dry fully before folding.
Size Adjustments
Smaller Blanket
Use the baby blanket layout and fewer stars.
Larger Blanket
Add more hexagon rows around the outside.
Keep darker colors on the outer rows for the night-sky effect.
More Dramatic Gradient
Use more light aqua in the center and more navy on the edges.
Simpler Version
Skip the glow circles and use only star appliqués.
More Detailed Version
Add embroidered tiny stars using yellow yarn between the appliqués.
Tips & Variations
Use at least 4 shades of blue for a deep sky effect.
Keep the lightest colors in the center.
Use golden yellow stars for strong contrast.
Use navy joining yarn to outline each hexagon.
Use purple along the edge for a galaxy-style border.
Block the hexagons before joining.
Sew the stars after the blanket is joined so placement looks balanced.
Make the stars in different sizes so the design feels more natural.
Add a few tiny embroidered crosses for extra sparkle.
FAQ
Is this blanket beginner-friendly?
This pattern is best for confident beginners or intermediate crocheters. The hexagons are simple, but the joining, layout, border, and appliqués take time.
Is this the exact pattern from the image?
No. This is a new original pattern inspired by the visible design idea: blue hexagon blanket, night-sky colors, yellow stars, and dark border. The motif counts, layout, stars, joining, and border are original.
What yarn works best?
Worsted weight acrylic or cotton-blend yarn works well. Acrylic is softer and lighter for blankets, while cotton gives stronger stitch definition.
Can I make it without appliqués?
Yes. You can make only the blue hexagon blanket and skip the stars, but the stars create the celestial look.
How do I keep the blanket flat?
Block each hexagon before joining, keep joins loose, and adjust the border at inner valleys so it does not wave.
Conclusion
The Midnight Star Hexagon Crochet Blanket is a beautiful celestial crochet project with glowing blue hexagons, golden stars, and a dark night-sky border. The design looks detailed and magical, but it is built from simple repeatable pieces.
Make it as a baby blanket, sofa throw, reading nook blanket, or handmade gift for someone who loves stars, moons, and dreamy crochet decor.
