You can make this an afghan, or
bedspread.

Gauge is not really a problem with this pattern.
You just need even numbers when making your chain. The hook will decide the
size. I used an L hook. My finished size was 85”L x 85”W as it was my intention
to make a very large blanket to cover our bed in either the house or trailer.

Yarns used: Red Heart; 8
skeins Shaded Dusk, 8 Skeins White, 6 skeins Wine

Crochet hook, needle and scissors.

Depends on hook size.

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Please send questions or comments to kikiskids@hotmail.com

Chain 256 with white.

Single crochet in 2nd
chain from hook and each stitch thereafter to the end. Chain 1 and turn.

YO Pull up a loop in the first
stitch, YO pull up a loop in the next stitch. 3 loops on hook.

YO and pull through 2 loops, then
YO and pull through 2 loops. Stitch complete. Chain 3 turn.

YO pull stitch up in the same
stitch you just finished, YO and pull loop up in next stitch.

3 loops on hook. YO and pull
through 2 loops, YO and pull through 2 loops. Continue in this manor to the end
of the row where you will do 1 double crochet in the last stitch. I changed
colors at the beginning of every 13th row. On this blanket, there
are 8 sections of white and four sections of each color.

Repeat row 2 until you reach the desired length.
Finish off. Weave in all ends.

Designed by me, May 1992. I wrote this pattern out in pencil and may not have been too clear. I hadn’t written out a pattern before back then so I hope you can read it. If you have any problems or corrections, please let me know. More pics at...
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/Emeraldthistle_photos/Emeraldthis...

14 balls (50gms ea) of Coral Fizz by Coates Red Heart Yarn (or your favourite color) and 4 balls (50gms ea) of white Coates Red Heart Yarn.
4.5 mm hook
Yarn needle

Each square = 8x8”, 8 rows = 1square, 1 ball = 4 squares.
Finished size: 42” by 52”.

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Stitches used: sc=single chain, dc= double chain, tc= triple chain
Shell stitch: 1 sc in first 2 sc, 4 tc in 1 dc, sc in next 2 sc, 4 tc, and repeat.

Motif: (make 20)
With Coral Fizz ch 8. Join with sl st to form ring
Row 1: ch 3, dc in ring * ch 3 for corner space, 4 dc in ring. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 3, join with sl st to top of ch 3 at beginning of row. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2: * In corner sp make 2 dc, ch 3 and 2 dc in each dc to next corner sp. Repeat from * twice more, in corner sp make 2 dc, ch 3 and 2 dc, dc in each remaining dc. Join to top of ch 3. ch 3 and turn.
Row 3: Dc in next dc until corner, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, and repeat dc till next corner. Repeat and sl st to top of ch 3 at beginning, 3dc and turn.
Rows 4-8: Repeat row 3.
Fasten off.

Border: With white
Attach white. Sc all round, with 3 sc in each corner. Sl st at end and ch 3, dc in each sc all round, with 3 dc in each corner. Fasten off.

Repeat this to each square.

Finishing:
-Join squares into 5 rows of 4 squares. Join with whip st or sc with white. Sc around all 20 squares with 3sc in each corner. Fasten off.
-Attach Coral Fizz, dc all around with 3 dc in each corner. Fasten off.
-With white, shell st all around. Fasten off.

Cuddle your angel in this delicate, fleece-lined afghan in baby or preemie size.

MC – 2 skeins (preemie size) or 3 skeins (baby size) 4/worsted-weight yarn
CC – 1 skein (preemie size) or 2 skeins (baby size) 4/worsted-weight yarn
Size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle

22” x 22” (preemie),
33” x 33” (baby)

Not necessary.

http://www.crochetkitten.com/files/Heavenly_Hearts_Afghan.pdf

This is a blanket made by using very basic stitches. Perfect for a beginner or advanced crocheter!
It is also a project that can be done with very little concentration, making it perfect for tv nights, or if you want to chat with your fellow crocheters and knitters.

Note: I used Berroco Comfort yarn, but this blanket can be done in any worsted weight or heavier.

*YARN: Berroco Comfort:
2 - Color 9755 (Red)
2 - Color 9807 (Natural)
2 - Color 9703 (Denim)

*HOOK: I/5.5mm

*TAPESTRY NEEDLE

Crib size: 42x35 in.
To make it bigger, increase the number of chain stitches by 12 until desired size is reached.

Not necessary to check your gauge. As long as you're using a worsted weight or heavier, the blanket can be modified to a size you want.

Stitch Pattern

1: 2 sc, *2 hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2sc*
2: 2 tr, *2 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr*

*To increase the size of the blanket, increase the chain stitch count by 14.

* This pattern makes a 42x35 in. blanket. (Crib sized)

Blanket
- Ch. 135 (MC)
- Begin stitch pattern 1 and continue until the end.

o Note: Make sure you continue the pattern from the * to the end to ensure you do not have 4 sc in a row.

- Change colors (Color B)

- Begin stitch pattern 2. Make 2 rows.

- Change colors (Color C)

- Begin stitch patter 1. Make 2 rows.

- Repeat that sequence until desired length is reached.

- The last row needs to be done in stitch pattern 1 for only 1 row (to match the beginning row of the blanket).

- Finish off. Weave in the ends.

This pattern was designed for an afghan to be donated to Project Linus, a charity that donates blankets to kids in hospitals. Project Linus requires that all blankets must be made using acrylic, but the pattern could be used for any yarn. The design was inspired by the granny square and the fact that Arizona is a warm climate. The open, airy feel of the stitch allows the blanket to be cuddly without being bulky.

Worsted weight acrylic:
MC—variegated pink and purple (approx 16 oz)
CC—solid pink (approx 16 oz)
Desired Hook Size
Check gauge for desired width and length

Based on individual piece. Pictured afghan approximately 50" by 60"

Check your gauge for desired width and length using hook of choice.

This patterns is designed to be a template, therefore, specific gauge is based on individual hook choice and intended size. The directions for the foundation chain are given in multiples so it can be crocheted to desired width.

Body:

Foundation Chain:
With MC, ch [multiple of 4 sts plus 3] for desired length.

Get your freak on with this amusing coverlet. Without just coming out and announcing it, your favorite four-letter word can be draped across the sofa or bed and only the literate will be the wiser. Another use for it is The Hint Blanket. Express your needs to your lover and keep warm at the same time while he/she gets the hint!

I’ve used easily found worsted weight yarn and the old stand-by hook, an H/5mm. I’ve chosen the extended double crochet stitch (edc) to work this afghan. It’s a true favorite of mine and I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I do. The beauty of the edc when working with color changes is that you can just carry the unused strand across the top of the work and with a gentle tug, you won’t get any peek through. Of course, if you enjoy tearing your hair out, you can work the chart in single crochet and wind numerous bobbins for the lettering. The article will be less than half the size, though. Whatever you choose to do, have fun doing it!

• 4 ply, worsted weight yarn such as Red Heart Super Saver, or Caron Pounder
• MC:  approx. 16 oz/835 yds/764 m white
• CC1:  approx. 2 oz/105 yds/96 m red
• CC2:  approx. 6 oz /315 yds/288 m black
• H/5.0mm hook

26” x 55”  (66 cm x 135 cm)

12 sts x 6 rows of edc = 4" (10 cm)

• To change color, work edc until the last 2 loops remain on hook, drop first color to wrong side of work (or "carry" the yarn by crocheting over it), work the final yo and draw-through with new color to complete stitch. 
• Keep all unused strands of yarn on wrong side of work or "carry" the unused strands by crocheting over them.
• When fastening off a color, leave a 3" tail to weave in. 
• Odd numbered rows are right side and, referring to the chart, are worked from right to left.
• Even numbered rows are wrong side and, referring to the chart, are worked from left to right.
• The ch-2 at the end of each row does not count as a stitch. 

Special stitches:

Extended double crochet (edc): yo hook, insert hook into stitch, draw up a loop, yo, draw through one loop on hook only (3 loops on hook remaining), yo, draw through 2 loops on hoop, yo, draw through remaining 2 loops on hook.

We, here at Crochet me, think pastel colors are for babies. Wait a sec. What we mean is that pastel colors are boring. When they're used for kid stuff. Kids are fun. Vibrant. Loud and colorful. They deserve stuff that's playful, not dull. Stuff that'll hide stains and spark the imagination. Like this blanket. Sure, crayons come in pastel colours. But kids never use the pastel ones when they write on the walls, do they?

• Yarn:  Sandnes Smart Superwash wool (109 yds/100 m per 50g ball, or substitute similar DK weight yarn
• 2 balls each in red (4219), orange (2708), yellow (2206), green (887), blue (5936), purple (5226)
• 6 balls charcoal (1088)
• 1 ball light grey (1042)
• 5.00mm (US size H/8) hook

Approximately 42" x 39".

Approximate crayon size (including point): 7" x 39" (17.8cm x 100cm). 

Approximate gauge in patt st: 15 stitches, 14 rows per 4" (10cm).

Since the pattern is for a blanket, matching the gauge is not as important as keeping a consistent gauge. However, if your gauge is significantly looser than recommended, your blanket may require more yarn.   

Patt st:
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in first dc, *dc in next sc, sc in next dc*, rep from * to * across, ending dc in last sc, turn.
Rep Row 1 for patt st.

d/s dec: double crochet/single crochet decrease (yo, insert hook in next sc, yo, draw up loop, yo, draw through first two loops on hook, insert hook in next dc, yo, draw up loop, yo draw through all loops on hook).

Changing Colors:
When changing colors in the middle of a row, the last "yo/draw through 2 loops" of the previous stitch is done in the new color. When changing colors between rows, the last "yo, draw through 2 loops" of the last stitch on the previous row is done in the new color.

Crayon (make 6 - one in each main color)

With crayon color, ch 27.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, *dc in next ch, sc in next ch,* rep from * to * across, ending dc in last ch, turn. (26 sts)

Rows 2-7: Begin patt st.

Rows 8-11: work patt stitch in charcoal.

Rows 12-14: work patt stitch in crayon color.

Rows 15-18: work patt stitch in charcoal.

Rows 19-37: work patt stitch in crayon color.

Continuing in patt st, begin oval (see chart)

Row 38: 11 sts in crayon color, 4 sts in charcoal, 11 sts in crayon color.

Row 39: 10 sts in crayon color, 6 sts in charcoal, 10 sts in crayon color.

Row 40: 9 sts in crayon color, 8 sts in charcoal, 9 sts in crayon color.

Row 41-42: 8 sts in crayon color, 10 sts in charcoal, 8 sts in crayon color.

Row 43-44: 7 sts in crayon color, 12 sts in charcoal, 7 sts in crayon color.

Row 45-47: 6 sts in crayon color, 14 sts in charcoal, 6 sts in crayon color.

Row 48-51: 5 sts in crayon color, 16 sts in charcoal, 5 sts in crayon color.

Row 52-72: 4 sts in crayon color, 18 sts in charcoal, 4 sts in crayon color.

Row 73-76: 5 sts in crayon color, 16 sts in charcoal, 5 sts in crayon color.

Row 77-79: 6 sts in crayon color, 14 sts in charcoal, 6 sts in crayon color.

Row 80-81: 7 sts in crayon color, 12 sts in charcoal, 7 sts in crayon color.

Row 82-83: 8 sts in crayon color, 10 sts in charcoal, 8 sts in crayon color.

Row 84: 9 sts in crayon color, 8 sts in charcoal, 9 sts in crayon color.

Row 85: 10 sts in crayon color, 6 sts in charcoal, 10 sts in crayon color.

Row 86: 11 sts in crayon color, 4 sts in charcoal, 11 sts in crayon color. (End of oval)

Rows 87-105: work patt st in crayon color.

Rows 106-109: work patt st in charcoal.

Rows 110-112: work patt st in crayon color.

Rows 113-116: work patt st in charcoal.

Rows 117-120: work patt st in crayon color.

Crayon Point

Row 121: Sl st in first 2 sts, ch 1 (for height), *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 8 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn (last two stitches of previous row remain unworked). (21 sts excl ch sts and sl sts, which will not be worked in next row)

Row 122: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 7 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (20 sts)

Row 123: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 7 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (19 sts)

Row 124: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 6 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (18 sts)

Row 125: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 5 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch1, turn. (17 sts)

Row 126: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 5 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (16 sts)

Row 127: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 5 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (15 sts)

Row 128: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 4 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (14 sts)

Row 129: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 3 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (13 sts)

Row 130: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 3 more times, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (12 sts)

Row 131: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 3 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (11 sts)

Row 132: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 2 more times, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (10 sts)

Row 133: Sc in first st, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 1 more time, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (9 sts)

Row 134: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 1 more time, sc in next st, d/s dec over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (8 sts)

Row 135: Sc in first st, *sc in next st, dc in next st,* rep from * to * 1 more time, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (7 sts)

Row 136: Sc in first st, dc in next st, sc in next st, dc in next st,, sc2tog over next two sts, dc in next st, ch 1, turn. (6 sts)

Fasten off. Securely weave in all ends.

Alphabet

Use light grey yarn. For each letter, sl sts are done in the back bumps of the ch sts. To fasten off, pull the tail through the last loop, and tie the start and end tails together.

A: Ch 19, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 3 sts, ch 4, sl st in second ch from hook, and in each of next 7 sts, ch 1, sl st in first ch from hook and in each of next 9 sts. Fasten off.

B: Ch 20, sl st in first ch from hook and in each of next 2 sts, ch 9, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 15 sts, ch 1, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 8 sts. Fasten off.

D: Ch 25, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 14 sts, ch 1, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 8 sts. Fasten off.

E: Ch 16, *sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 4 sts,* rep from * to * 1 more time, ch 5, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 7 sts, ch 6, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 4 sts. Fasten off.

G: Ch 24, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 19 sts, ch 1, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 sts. Fasten off.

L: Ch 17, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 4 sts, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 9 sts. Fasten off.

N: Ch 20, sl st in first ch from hook, ch 10, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 18 sts, ch 1, sl st in first ch from hook and in each of next 9 sts. Fasten off.

O: Ch 25, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 23 sts. Fasten off.

P: Ch 20, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 9 sts, ch 1, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 8 sts. Fasten off.

R: Ch 19, sl st in first ch from hook, sl st in next st, ch 5, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 12 sts, ch 1, sl st in second ch from hook and each of next 7 sts. Fasten off.

U: Ch 21, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 19 sts. Fasten off.

W: Ch 13, sl st in first ch from hook, ch 13, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 6 sts, ch 1, sl st in first ch from hook and in each of next 10 sts, ch 1, sl st in first ch from hook and in each of next 7 sts. Fasten off.

Y: Ch 11, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 5 sts, ch 6, sl st in second ch from hook and in each of next 9 sts. Fasten off.

Assembly

Using grey yarn, securely sew color names on each crayon, making sure the red, yellow and blue crayons have the points facing left, and the orange, green and purple crayons have the points facing right.

Don't worry if the color text ends up a bit wonky, it will simply resemble a child's writing.

Using small stitches and matching leftover yarn from the crayons, sew the crayon edges together in rainbow order (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple), making sure to line up the stripes and ovals.

Securely weave in all ends.

The colors for this afghan (click the photo above for a larger image) are taken from the vivid, festive traditional hues of Mardi Gras. The pattern is based on a modified version of the Choctaw chevron, the basic shape which is used to build that tribe's famous quilts. Created in strips using all Tunisian simple stitch, this afghan works up quickly for its size and is large enough to cover a queen-sized bed.

The blanket in the photograph is up for auction through Mission Fish, where 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat For Humanity, a worldwide charity dedicated to safe housing to those with the most economic and social needs. Made from 100% cotton yarn, this all-weather blanket is squishy soft and machine washable. Please bid on this blanket and help us support the continued efforts to repair the US Gulf Coast and rebuild homes for its residents.

• 1024 yds Color A, DK to Light Worsted Weight Yarn
  shown in Knit Picks Crayon - Green
• 768 yds Color B, DK to Light Worsted Weight Yarn
  shown in Knit Picks Crayon - Yellow
• 768 yds Color C, DK to Light Worsted Weight Yarn
  shown in Knit Picks Crayon - Purple
• 5.50mm (US-I) afghan hook
• 5.00mm (US-J) standard hook
• 4.0mm (US-G) standard hook
• Darning needle

70" x 45"

A Mommy Blanket is an afghan you create for a pregnant woman or new mom. It's a gift for her and her alone and has nothing to do with babies. It isn't cutesy (unless that's her style) and it is barely practical, although entirely comforting. It should be made from yarn too nice for baby puke, and in colors and a stitch pattern that reflects the pre-parent personality of the recipient. The best Mommy Blankets also have foot pockets.

Obviously, any afghan can be a Mommy Blanket. For this article I've written up the pattern I designed for my latest Mommy Blanket -- a 3-color crocheted plaid. This afghan is built up from strips which use front-post stitches to achieve a woven effect. (A hint to those who dabble with PhotoShop -- copy Diagram A below and use the color switcher to test different color combinations.)

• 1600 yds - DK or Light Worsted weight yarn, color A (shown using Lion Brand Imagine in Moss)
  500 yds - DK or Light Worsted weight yarn, color B (shown using Patons Classic Merino in Winter White)
  300 yds - DK or Light Worsted weight yarn, color C (shown using Patons Classic Merino in Old Gold)
• 5.50mm (US-I) hook

Finished size with border is 42" wide x 50" long

Follow instructions for Strip 1 to end of Row 17.
9 stitches = 2.75 inches
8 rows = 2.25 inches

US pattern notations used (click on db-ch or tr/rf for a tutorial)
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
db-ch = double base chain
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
tr/rf = front post triple

I made this throw for my husband.  It's made in a very easy shell pattern with a border that has one round of single crochet and one round of reverse single crochet.  I used Red Heart worsted weight yarn in the color of Aran Fleck to add more texture.

• Size I (5.50mm) hook or whatever hook size gives you gauge
• 39 oz worsted weight yarn
• Tapestry needle

50" by 50"

7 shells = 4 inches/10cm

Ch 151.

Row 1:  sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across.  ch1, turn.