With so many mermaid tail blankets on the market, why would you want to buy a mermaid tail blanket pattern? For a few reasons:
- Color Preference – There might be a specific color that’s nowhere to be found to match your mermaid decor.
- Yarn Thickness or Style – While online crochet mermaid blankets can be quality yarn, you might want a special type or a certain material for your tail blanket. I’ve also had experiences where the tails don’t smell so great.
- Mermaid Project – Let’s face it, sometimes you just want a project to keep your self busy during the winter months!
- Detailing and Personalizing – A Mermaid blanket is a fun way to learn, and show them those newly learned stitches.
Does DIYing it make you nervous? It will take a while but how fun will it be when you can say “I made this.” Besides, there are plenty of video instructions that will walk you through it.
You can also find some free Mermaid blanket pattern tutorials online if you are a visual person!
Below are my top favorite on Etsy by category starting with Kids and working our way up. Hopefully, this post will give you some good ideas and a direction to start!
Mermaid tail blanket pattern for kids
Knit Mermaid tail blanket pattern for babies
Melt my heart why don’t you! Essentially a mermaid sock for babies. I love these cable designs. Good time to start if you haven’t done them before.
Intermediate Level
Mermaid tail blanket sewing pattern
Oh man.. I can’t even… I need to stop looking at these. Now I want a baby. These could be a fun mermaid gift for new moms.
Intermediate Level
Toddler mermaid tail blanket knitting pattern
This little toddler tail is adorable! An easy knit pattern that is straight forward and simple to follow. I recommend this one for first timers.
Beginner Level
mermaid tail blanket crochet pattern
This pattern is more complicated and for advanced crocheters, but how fun is that texture with mermaid scales!
Advanced Level
Shimmer tail Pattern
Not all mermaid blanket patterns need to be Crochet or Fleece. This is a fun alternative. Bling!
Beginner Level
Mermaid tail blanket patterns for adults
Weather you buy online or make the mermaid tail blanket on your own, there are a few things I strongly recommend:
Crochet Mermaid Tail Blanket
Slit in the back– For crochet mermaid blankets, this makes it easy to put on and take off compared to a more sleeping bag style of blanket.
Open toed – Have enough room so your toes can move around. I hate feeling my feet constricted.
Fleece and Minky Mermaid Tail Blankets
For fleece mermaid tail blankets– I recommend doing a more minky fabric rather than standard fleece as that gets hot when on, and the fabric will get scratchy overtime.
Simple Adult tail
This is a great starter tail for adults. I love the colors! Goes pretty quick once you have the basics down.
Beginner Level
Fancy mermaid tail Crochet pattern
This will require two different threads of color. Maybe you have done mermaid blankets before and need a challenge?
Advanced Level
Shell Stitch mermaid tail blanket pattern
This shell stitch gives a fun and simple mermaid scale look. So cute!
Intermediate Level
Basic mermaid tail pattern
This is the most basic but it also my favorite. Sometimes the best things in life are the simple ones.
Intermediate Level
If you want to read more about different mermaid tail blankets check out my other posts!
Best Crochet Mermaid Tail Blankets
Crochet Mermaid Tail Blanket Review
Best Fleece Mermaid Tail Blankets
Fleece Mermaid Tail Blanket Review
Mermaid Blankets for Kids -Blankie Tails
