Shark Attack Blanket by DROPS Design
Crocheted shark blanket for kids. Size 3-14 years Piece is crochet in DROPS Snow.
Yarn group E
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Size: 3/4 - 5/6 - 7/8 - 9/10 - 11/12 - 13/14 years
Measurements: Length without tail fin = 70-84-98-112-128-142 cm / 27½"-33"-38½"-44"-50½"-55 3/4"
Width at the top = 81-86-90-99-103-112 cm / 32"-34"-36½"-39"-40½"-44"
Circumference before tail = 35-37-39-40-42-44 cm / 13 3/4"-14½"-15 1/4"-15 3/4"-16½"-17 1/4"
Tail height = 27-31-33-35-37-39 cm / 27-31-33-35-37-39 cm / 10½"-12 1/4"-13"-13 3/4"-14½"-15 1/4"
Materials:
DROPS SNOW from Garnstudio 400-500-600-800-900-950 g colour 46, medium grey
200-200-250-250-300-350 g colour 14, dark grey
50-50-50-50-50-100 g color 02, black
50 g for all sizes in color 01, off white
50 g for all sizes in color 56, Christmas red
Piece can also be crocheted with yarn from:
“Alternative yarn (yarn group E)” - see link below.
DROPS CROCHET Hook size 8 mm / L/11 - or size needed to get 9 double crochets x 5 rows with double crochets = 10 cm / 4'' in width and 10 cm / 4'' vertically.
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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here
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NOTE: This pattern is written in American English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from inches to cm - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in American and British English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in British English, please click here.
INCREASE TIP:
Increase 1 double crochet by working 2 double crochets in same stitch.
CROCHET INFO:
The first single crochet on each row is replaced by 1 chain stitch.
The first double crochet on each row is replaced by 3 chain stitches.
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BLANKET:
Body of shark is worked bottom up, it begins between body and tail fin. Then work tail fin from bottom of body and downward. The entire piece is worked back and forth.
BODY:
Work 32-34-34-36-38-40 chain stitches on hook size 8 mm / L/11 with medium gray. Form a ring by working 1 slip stitch in first chain stitch. Then work back and forth. READ CROCHET INFO and work 1 double crochet in each stitch the entire row = 32-34-34-36-38-40 double crochets. Turn piece and work 1 double crochet in every double crochet the entire row.
On next row increase stitches evenly on row - READ INCREASE TIP! Work double crochets and increase 8-6-6-9-7-10 double crochets on row = 40-40-40-45-45-50 double crochets. REMEMBER THE CROCHET GAUGE!
Continue in rows like this, increase along the way - READ ENTIRE SECTION BEFORE CONTINUING!
Increase 5 double crochets every 4-5-6-8-7-10 cm / 4'' 6-6-8-7-9-10 times in total = 70-70-80-80-90-100 double crochets. When all increases are done work 1 row without increase, on next row work double crochets and increase 3-7-1-9-3-1 double crochets evenly = 73-77-81-89-93-101 double crochets. Continue working 1 double crochet in each double crochet until piece measures 66-80-94-108-124-138 cm / 26"-31½"-37"-42½"-48 3/4"-54 1/4".
Switch to black and work 1 row with 1 single crochet in every double crochet. Switch red and work 1 row with 1 double crochet in every single crochet, then work 1 row with 1 single crochet in each double crochet.
Switch to off white and work next row as follows: 1 chain stitch,* skip 2 single crochet, in next single crochet work: 1 treble crochet, 2 double crochets, 1 treble crochet, 4 chain stitches and 1 slip stitch, then work 1 slip stitch in next single crochet *, repeat from *-* the entire row. Cut the yarn and fasten. Body is now done.
TAIL FIN:
Place body double with vent in the middle of piece. Use dark gray and crochet hook 8 mm, work 1 row with single crochets through both layer at the bottom along the cast-on edge = 16-17-17-18-19-20 single crochets.
Then work every row as follows: 3 double crochets in first stitch, work 1 double crochet in every stitch until the 4 middle stitches, 1 single crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, 1 double crochet in every stitch until last stitch and work 3 double crochets in last stitch.
Repeat this row 13-15-16-17-18-19 times in total = piece measures approx. 26-30-32-34-36-38 cm / 10 1/4"-11 3/4"-12½"-13½"-14 1/4"-15". Switch to 2 strands black, work 1 row with 1 single crochet in every stitch. Cut the yarn and fasten.
EYES:
Work 2 eyes, fasten them with medium gray approx. 10 cm / 4'' from edge at the top.
Work as follows:
Work 3 chain stitches with black on hook size 8 mm / L/11 and form a ring with 1 slip stitch in first chain stitch.
ROUND 1: Work 3 chain stitches (replaces 1st double crochet), work 11 double crochets around ring and finish with 1 slip stitch in 3rd chain stitch (= 12 double crochets). Cut the yarn and switch to off white.
ROUND 2: Work 1 chain stitch (replaces 1st single crochet), work 1 single crochet in every double crochet and finish with 1 slip stitch in 1st chain stitch (= 12 single crochets).
ROUND 3: Work 1 chain stitch (replaces 1st single crochet), 1 single crochet in the same stitch, then work 2 single crochets in every single crochet rest of round and finish with 1 slip stitch in 1st chain stitch(= 24 single crochets). Cut the yarn and switch to medium grey.
ROUND 4: Work 1 chain stitch (replaces 1st single crochet), work 1 single crochet in every single crochet and finish with 1 slip stitch in 1st chain stitch (=24 single crochets). Cut yarn and fasten.
VENT:
Sew vent together as far up as you want - 20-30 cm / 8"-12'' up if only feet should be covered or half way up if the vent should cover more.
Enjoy your new blanket.
This pattern has been corrected. Click here to see the correction/s..
Correction made in ROUND 2-4 under EYES.
Do you need help with this pattern?
Thank you for choosing a DROPS Design pattern. We take pride in providing patterns that are correct and easy to understand. All patterns are translated from Norwegian and you can always check the original pattern (DROPS Children 28-13) for measurements and calculations.
Are you having trouble following the pattern? See below for a list of resources to help you finish your project in no time - or why not, learn something new.
1) Why is the knitting/crochet tension so important?
Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size only serve as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.
The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.
3) Can I use a different yarn than what the pattern suggests?
The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.
Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.
See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?
4) How do I use the yarn converter?
At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn converter, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the converter will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).
If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be converted separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.
5) Why do I get the wrong knitting tension with the suggested needle size?
The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.
Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
6) Why is the pattern worked top-down?
Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.
The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.
Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.
9) How do I work according to a knitting diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.
When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.
When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
10) How do I work according to a crochet diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.
When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.
When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.
When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.
The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
11) How do I work several diagrams simultaneously on the same row/round?
Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.
The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
12) Why does the piece start with more chain stitches than it’s worked with?
Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.
14) Why increase in the cast-off edge?
It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.
See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)
15) How do I increase/decrease on every 3rd and 4th row/round alternately?
To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.
See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately
16) Why is the pattern slightly different than what I see in the photo?
Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.
Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!
17) How can I work a jacket in the round instead of back and forth?
Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.
See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open
18) Can I work a jumper back and forth instead of in the round?
Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.
See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?
19) Why do you show discontinued yarns in the patterns?
Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn converter, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.
It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.
The yarn converter will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.
20) How do I make a women’s size garment into a men’s size one?
If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.
Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.
21) How do I prevent a hairy garment from shedding?
All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.
Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding
Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:
1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.
2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.
3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.
4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.
22) Where on the garment is the length measured?
The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder (usually closest to the neckline), and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.
See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing
23) How do I know how many balls of yarn I need?
The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.
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Er staat bij het lijf dat je de lossen met een halve vaste tot een ring moet sluiten en daarna heen en weer haken maar de deken is toch niet rondom gesloten?
Dag Annemiek,
Het werk wordt inderdaad heen en weer gehaakt en op het einde gesloten door de naad in de lengte dicht te naaien.
Est ce que je peux avoir le patron requin et sirène en francais merci et bonne journée
DROPS Design
21.05.2021 kl. 14:55:
Bonjour Mme Levesque, tous nos modèles sont disponibles en français, cliquez sur le menu déroulant sous la photo pour changer la langue. Bon crochet et/ou tricot!Hallo, eure Seite ist großartig! Ich würde gerne den Hai häkeln. Welches Garn könnte ich nehmen, das aus Kunstfaser ist? Der Hai soll ein Geschenk für eine vegane lebende Familie werden. Danke! Liebe Grüße, Ely
DROPS Design
10.03.2021 kl. 13:47:
Liebe Ely, am besten benutzen Sie unseren Garnumrechner - mehr über Garnalternativen lesen Sie auch hier - Ihr DROPS Laden wird Ihnen auch mal gerne helfen, das passende Garn zu finden (auch telefonisch oder per E-Mail). Viel spaß beim stricken!Je cherche une video pour faire une queue de sirene
DROPS Design
26.01.2021 kl. 14:48:
Bonjour Marie-France, nous n'avons pas de vidéo pour ce modèle, suivez bien les explications pas à pas, si vous avez une question, vous pouvez la poser ici. Pensez également à consulter nos vidéos et leçons si besoin. Bon crochet!Er det mulig å hekle rundt de første 20-30 cm av kroppen, så begynne å hekle frem og tilbake? Så jeg slipper å sy sammen tilslutt. Og stemmer det at luftmaskene skal hekles sammen til en sirkel, så hekles det frem og tilbake videre?
DROPS Design
11.01.2021 kl. 14:33:
Hei Ingrid. Ja, det er mulig, og ja, luftmaskene hekles sammen til en sirkel for deretter å hekles frem og tilbake. mvh DROPS designHei, Jeg hekler hai-teppe i str. 11/12 år - benytter Eskimo fnr. 24 gul og heklepinne nr. 8. Heklefastheten stemmer med oppskriftens i bredden, men er litt kortere i høyden. Etter å ha brukt 550 g, måler teppet ca. 80 cm. Etter min beregning må jeg da bestille 450 g i tillegg for at teppet skal måle 124 cm. Er garnmengden feil? I så fall gikk jeg glipp av muligheten til å bestille Drops Deal fra kr. 18,- på garnet og få fri porto på hele bestillingen.
DROPS Design
09.09.2020 kl. 14:33:
Hej Jorunn, Tak for info, vi har opdateret garnforbruget. Men garnforbruget er helt afhængig af strikkefastheden, du vil bruge en del mere garn hvis du har for mange pinde på 10 cm... God fornøjelse!Hallo, meine Frage bezieht sich auf den Hai, wenn ich das richtig verstanden habe schließe ich die Luftmaschen mit einer Kettmasche. Soweit so gut,dann wird in hin und rückreihen weiter gemacht. Meine Frage nun ist wird trotzdem in der runde gearbeitet? LG Gabriele
DROPS Design
05.08.2020 kl. 16:27:
Liebe Frau Thesing, die Arbeit wird dann in Hin- und Rückreihen gehäkelt, und am Ende mit einer Naht geschloßen - siehe SCHLITZ. Viel Spaß beim häkeln!Vielen Dank für die tolle Anleitung! Ich habe gerade den Hai beendet. Das Ergebnis ist toll! Ich hatte mich schon über die unterschiedlichen Kommentare gewundert (die einen hatten Wolle übrig, die anderen deutlich zu wenig) und glaube, dass hier bei der Korrektur der Mengenangabe ein Fehler passiert ist. Kann das sein? Auch ich musste nachbestellen. Für Größe 134/140 habe ich 8 Knäuel in Mittelfranken mehr für den Körper benötigt. Also statt 450 gr waren es 850 gr!
DROPS Design
28.07.2020 kl. 11:43:
Liebe Jennifer, vielen Dank für diesen Hinweis, das wird geprüft und ggf. angepasst. Schön, dass Ihr Hai so toll geworden ist - offenbar ein richtig haimeliger Mitbewohner! ;-)Bei den Augen fehlt eine Runde in natur, oder? Ich denke, Runde 3 muss noch in natur gehäkelt werden und dann noch eine Runde feste Maschen in mittelgrau? Zumindest lässt das Bild mich das vermuten.
DROPS Design
25.07.2020 kl. 10:06:
Liebe Jennifer, ja Sie haben Recht, auf dem Bild sieht es so aus, als ob eine Runde mit natur fehlt. Das Design-Team wird sich um die Korrektur kümmern, allerdings kann das aufgrund der Urlaubszeit etwas länger als sonst dauern. Der Vorschlag, den Sie gemacht haben, sollte passen - die 3. Runde mit natur und dann noch eine 4. Runde mit mittelgrau, in der 1 feste Masche in jede Masche gehäkelt wird. Viel Spaß "im Bauch" dieses gemütlichen Hais! :-)Hei! Jeg har nettopp heklet Shark Attack Blanket i str 9/10år. I oppskrifen står det at man skal bruke 450 gr av den mellom-grå fargen. Jeg har brukt dobbelt så mye,dvs 900 gr, og da måler denne delen av teppet 103 cm. Jeg har selvfølgelig sjekket heklefastheten min, og den stemmer eksakt med oppgitte tall. Jeg kan ikke skjønne at det skal gå an å få heklet 108 cm med bare 450 gr som oppskriften sier. Dette til orientering . Vennlig hilsen Ranveig Nordstrand