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How to Make The Most Awesome LEGO Blanket

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How to Make the Most Awesome LEGO Blanket

I hear the sound of eager little footsteps jumping down the stairs. The pitter-patter continues through the living room. I think “wait for it, wait for it…” – as expected, like clockwork, Jordan enters the room much more stealth-like than his descent down the stairs.

“Mama, can you come tuck me in? I need my LEGO blanket!” This is our nightly ritual. A sweet predictable exchange that takes place after the sun has set and once our 7-year-old is ready to shut off the lights.

(This post was originally published in July 2016. It was updated in June 2020.)

P.S. Our kids STILL love their LEGO blankets, they are true childhood heirlooms!

How to make the most awesome LEGO blanket. This blanket is an instant hit with children, adult fans of LEGO and kids with sensory processing issues.

We go upstairs to his bedroom. Every single night it’s the same conversation, the same order in which we end our day together.

He jumps into bed and just lays there. The lanky skin boy wearing only PJ pants is looking at me with a grin on his face. His steel-blue eyes are sparkling in the dark, begging me to cover with him with his favorite blanket. And just like that, he is settled down for a good night’s sleep.

His Bedstemor in Denmark, my mom, made this LEGO blanket for him. Each brick is meticulously handcrafted with love, care, and a bit of yarn that Jordan picked out himself. I know she spent hours making this blanket just for Jordan – and he senses it too.

How to make the most awesome LEGO blanket. This blanket is an instant hit with children, adult fans of LEGO and kids with sensory processing issues.

Her attention to detail isn’t lost on him.

She found the LEGO blanket pattern on Etsy. The pattern and a beautiful picture tutorial are available for immediate download. 

LEGO BLANKET PATTERN:

Click to get an instant pattern download on Etsy 

Please send me pictures of your LEGO blanket. I love seeing other people’s handcrafted works of art.

I tuck Jordan in every single night. Our ritual is the same, one I wish for him to never outgrow. He is becoming more and more independent, so I cling to his small signs of dependence – signs that he still needs me – and his LEGO blanket.

I need him to still need me – at least until the blanket wears out, and knowing the quality of my mom’s work – that is lightyears from now!

We LOVE crafting and creating things inspired by LEGO. They are a great hit in our house, as I am sure they will be in your home!

DIY LEGO Vases

Upcycle an old glass into an awesome LEGO vase. This is a great STEM project for preschool and elementary school children.

DIY LEGO Business Card Holder

DIY LEGO business card holder, perfect for gift for birthdays, Father's Day or Mother's Day.

DIY LEGO Tea Candle Lantern

LEGO Tea Candle Lights! Easy and fun DIY craft just in time for Halloween and the dark winter months.

Our family has thoroughly enjoyed “The Unofficial Guide to Learning With LEGO“. There are 100+ ways to learn math, science, STEM, STEAM and to play – all with LEGO you already own!

100+ ways to learn with the LEGO you already own!

Comments

  3. Debbie Gallo says

    Do you have the instructions that can be printed? My grandson is all about Legos and would love this!

  4. Heather peace says

    My mum who is 89 would like to crochet the Lego blanket for her great great grandson please could I have the pattern

  5. Cindy says

    Hi there. I have tried the link to purchase this pattern but it’s not there or on the owners blog. Would you know where I could purchase it from please? It’s really cool 😀

  6. Mary Vogel says

    Do you have printable instructions to make the Lego blanket? My mom would like to make it but doesn’t have a computer to watch you tube.

  8. Nancy says

    Is it possible if you could send me a copy of the instructions of the lego blanket as my son is a huge lego fan and would love this for his upcoming birthday. Thank you so much

  9. Rebecca says

    This is a fabulous find and beautiful project of love. I would like to have the instructions and will be happy to wait until mom is back from vacation. Hope she has a wonderful trip.

    Thanks so much.

  10. Christine Sherratt says

    I would love to make this gorgeous blanket for my little grandson, so could I also ask you to e-mail the pattern to me, please. Thank you so much for sharing. My e-mail address is
    chris4858@btinternet.com
    Thank you so so much xx

  14. Nancy says

    Absolutely love this blankie! I’d love a copy of the instructions along with all of the other commenters. Signing up for your newsletter now! Thanks for posting this!

  16. Teri dewael says

    Hi there, I just subscribed and would like a copy of the pattern as well when you get a free chance! 🙂

  18. Michelle Drozdibob says

    I desperately want the pattern for a Lego blanket for my soon to be 2 yr old grandson. He plays with the toddler Legos all the time and I watch him full time while parents work. We are so very close and it would mean a lot to me to do this. Please email me the directions, as I cannot access them either. I really appreciate your help!

  20. Marilyn McMahon says

    I would love to have the written instructions, too. Do they say how much yarn is needed?

  24. Donna COnlan says

    Just signed up to your newsletter, I’ve been looking for a project and can’t wait to see the instructions and get stuck into this lego blanket for my nephew!

  26. Andrea says

    Please add me to your long list of mail outs for this marvellous blanket. Thank you so much!

  28. Gill Clark says

    Oo! My son (31) would love one of these too! Could I have a copy of that pattern please?

  30. Tami Schaaf says

    Hi!! I would love to have the written instructions emailed also. Thank you!!

  31. Melinda says

    When your mom returns and you have time to email the instructions, I would love a copy as well!
    Please and thank you!!!

  34. Amber says

    My I also have written instructions. I so want to make this for my 6 yr old son. He loves Legos and me making blankets. Thank you

  35. Shirley says

    I’m wondering how you are keeping all our requests straight. 🙂 You have been very patient and kind. I would also like a copy. Thank you to you and your mom. yskippie@msn.com

  37. Bonnie Werner says

    My DIL follows you and has requested I crochet this cute blanket for her 3rd son (although I was sad to read the nasty letter suggestions to MILs on your blog!). I have copied the instructions off the Youtube tutorial, but in case your wonderful mom has made any modifications, could you please e-mail her version to me? bcwerner31@gmail.com Thank you and bless all your boys.

    • Mama in the Now says

      You can get an instant download of the pattern and photo tutorial here: http://tidd.ly/a52bb5b3
      I hope you know that the letter suggestions to MILs were simply sarcastic and compiled by a number of my readers. Personally, I am blessed with a sweet MIL – as it appears your DIL is too! – Anyone who will make a LEGO blanket is awesome! 🙂

  38. Nina Goodman says

    I just signed up for your newsletter. I would love to have the Lego pattern; will it be included in the newsletter?

  39. Pat says

    My grandson would love this. Please email instructions. I would greatly appreciate it

  43. Vickie Nelson says

    I would love a written copy of the directions. I want to make this for my nephew, he loves Legos!

    • Mama in the Now says

      THANK YOU for bringing this to my attention. I have reached out to Andrea and fixed the post. I would NEVER want the right person not to get the proper credit.

    • Mama in the Now says

      Thank you – I was JUST made aware of it and have amended the post. I would NEVER want to break the copy right of a crafter who has worked hard to create something beautiful.

    • Mama in the Now says

      Depending on the size of the blanket, I believe my mom used a few balls of each color.

  48. marie says

    I love crocheting! Right now I’m making a Harry Potter blanket but I need to make this one for my Lego loving little girl.

    • Mama in the Now says

      Harry Potter?! I would love to see that – might put my mom to work again. LOL

  49. Dandi D says

    That is an adorable blanket and I might have to make it for my son for Christmas.

  50. Amber Ludwig says

    Omgosh this is so super neat!! I don’t have the talent to do it but how awesome!!!

  51. Lexy Overstreet Broome says

    This is so cute! I am not a crochet person at all but one of my good friends is! Maybe I’ll ask her to make one for my son!

  53. Charissa N. says

    This is such a fun pattern! I am definitely going to have to make one for my oldest, he is LEGO obsessed.

  56. cindyjosspot says

    I just wanted to thank you for pointing us to this pattern. I love it! I also have to tell you that I love how you tell a story. Have you considered trying to be an author? You are just that good! Maybe you could write children’s books? Again, thank you for the link.

    • Mama in the Now says

      Oh Cindy – thank you so much for your kind words, they went straight to the heart. I hope to write a book of some sort – some day… when I have more time. I appreciate your kindness.

  57. Joanne says

    Do you remember how many blocks you made for your blanket? Trying to make it for a teenage boy

    • Mama in the Now says

      Joanne, thanks for your question on the LEGO blanket size. We have a 8 x 8 block blanket that fits a toddler. For a teenager, I would make it quite a larger – especially longer. Perhaps 8 x 24 blocks. ENJOY… I am sure it will be a big hit!

  58. phyllis cook says

    Befor my last baby was borned .She is now 43years old .I made her a blanket with small roses on it .She had it with her when she left to go to collage .and then she lost it .To this day if I say any thing about her blanket she will start to cry

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