Afghans & Blankets
9 Point Round Ripple with Solid Center
Author
Michele Storms
Introduction
I couldn't find a pattern for a round ripple that didn't have a lacy looking middle so I created one that has a solid center.
Materials List
5 skeins Red Heart Classic (190yds/solid)
(uses 6 or 7 skeins if using print or multi which is only 146 yds)
Crochet hook Size 5.5mm (US-9/I)
Finished Size
This amount of yarn will result in the afghan being 45" or larger depending on how tight or loose your stitches are.
Gauge
N/A
Notes
Stitches Used:
Single Crochet = sc
Half-double crochet = hdc
Double crochet = dc
Triple (or treble) crochet = trc
Slip Stitch = sl st
Single Crochet Two stitches from the previous row together...(decrease stitch) = sc2tg
The Pattern
1. Ch 3. Then In 3rd chain from hook do 11dc, join with sl st to top of beginning ch, (12dc)
2. Ch 2, (ch 2 counts as 1 dc through out pattern) 1 dc in same st, 2dc in each dc, sl st to close (24dc)
3. Ch 2, 2 dc in next dc, *1 dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc,* repeat from * to * 10 times, sl st to close. (36dc)
4. Chain 2, 2dc in next st, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, * repeat from * to * 16 times, sl st to close (54dc)
5. Chain 2, dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, 1dc in each of next 2 sts, * repeat from * to * 17 more times,2 dc in last stitch, sl st to close (72dc)
6. Ch 2, 1 dc in next 2 sts, (dc, ch2, dc) in next stitch, *dc in next 7 sts, (dc, ch2, dc)* repeat from * to * 8 times, dc in next dc 4 times, sl st to close (80 dc)
Alhambra square
Author
Raquel
Introduction
I've been asked about this pattern, so I'm going to try to post the instructions here.
It's a very simply square.
Materials List
I used acrilic wool in the color mustard
hook nr 3
Finished Size
about 16 cm (6.299")
Gauge
4 cm (1.575") for the first row
Notes
Well, forgive me for the poor explanation of the pattern...
If it's not to bad, I'll try to post the square Cruz de Encaje pattern :D
The Pattern
Stitches used: sc=single crochet, dc= double crochet,
row 1: ch 6 close with sl;
row 2: 16 sc;
row 3: ch 1, 1sc on the same hole; *ch 7, jump 3 sc, 1 sc, repeat from * 2 more times, ch 7, finish with sl on the 1st sc;
row 4: 4 sl until the middle of previous row ch 7, *2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 double crochet stitches decrease (1 each side of previous sc), ch 3, repeat from * until end of the row and finish with 1 sl;
row 5: 2 sl, *2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc on the chain, 1 dc on the double crochet decrease, 3 dc on the next chain, ch 2, repeat from * and finish with sl;
row 6: 2 sl, *3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, jump 1 dc, and stitch 5 dc, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, repeat from * and finish with sl;
row 7: *3 dc on previous dc, 3 dc on the chain, ch 3, 3 dc, 3 dc on previous dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, jump 1 dc and stitch 3 dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, repeat from * and finish with sl;
row 8: *6 dc on the previous dc, 2 dc on the chain, ch 3, 2 dc, 6 dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, jump 1 dc, stitch 1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, repeat from * and finish with sl;
row 9: 8dc, 2 dc on the chain, ch 3, 2 dc, 8 dc, ch 2, 2 dc on the chain, ch 3, 2 double crochet stitches decrease (1 each side of previous row), ch 3, 2 dc on the chain, ch 2, repeat from * until end of the row and finish with 1 sl.
Rock-a-Star Baby Blankie
Author
CrochetKitten.com
Introduction
This rockin' baby blankie is perfectly cozy for the little star in your life!
Materials List
Color A: 475 yd (preemie size) or 1275 yd (baby size) 5/bulky weight yarn
Color B: 250 yd (preemie size) or 650 yd (baby size) 5/bulky weight yarn
Color C: 175 yd (preemie size) or 425 yd (baby size) 5/bulky weight yarn
Size J-10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Finished Size
22” x 22” (preemie), 36” x 36” (baby)
Gauge
Not necessary.
Notes
1. Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. To avoid confusion, it may be helpful to circle the numbers corresponding to your size before beginning this project. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes.
2. Graph is worked in intarsia, with unused colors carried on wrong side of work throughout.
The Pattern
American Beauty Afghan By Kathy Brown
Author
Introduction
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.
Materials List
Yarns used: Red Heart; 8
skeins Shaded Dusk, 8 Skeins White, 6 skeins Wine
Crochet hook, needle and scissors.
Finished Size
Depends on hook size.
Gauge
n/a
Notes
Please send questions or comments to kikiskids@hotmail.com
The Pattern
Chain 256 with white.
Single crochet in 2nd
chain from hook and each stitch thereafter to the end. Chain 2 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 completed. 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.
Coral Fizz Afghan
Author
Debbie G.
Introduction
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...
Materials List
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
Finished Size
Each square = 8x8”, 8 rows = 1square, 1 ball = 4 squares.
Finished size: 42” by 52”.
Gauge
none
Notes
none
The Pattern
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.
Heavenly Hearts Afghan
Author
CrochetKitten.com
Introduction
Cuddle your angel in this delicate, fleece-lined afghan in baby or preemie size.
Materials List
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
Finished Size
22” x 22” (preemie),
33” x 33” (baby)
Gauge
Not necessary.
Notes
The Pattern
Wavy Blanket
Author
Stephanie Gage
Introduction
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.
Materials List
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
Finished Size
Crib size: 42x35 in.
To make it bigger, increase the number of chain stitches by 12 until desired size is reached.
Gauge
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.
Notes
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*
Remember your turning chains!
General rule:
1 for Single Crochet (sc)
2 for Half Double Crochet (hdc)
3 for Double Crochet (dc)
4 for Triple Crochet (tr)
The Pattern
*To increase the size of the blanket, increase the chain stitch count by 12.
* 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 pattern 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.
Don't Be Square, Granny
Author
Jennifer Coombe
Introduction
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.
Materials List
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
Finished Size
Based on individual piece. Pictured afghan approximately 50" by 60"
Gauge
Check your gauge for desired width and length using hook of choice.
Notes
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.
The Pattern
Body:
Foundation Chain:
With MC, ch [multiple of 4 sts plus 3] for desired length.
Freaky Under Cover Kisses
Author
By Maria Merlino
Introduction
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!
Materials List
- 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
Finished Size
26” x 55” (66 cm x 135 cm)
Gauge
12 sts x 6 rows of edc = 4" (10 cm)
Notes
- 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.
The Pattern
Color Me
Author
by Andrea Mantler
Introduction

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?
Materials List
- 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
Finished Size
Approximately 42" x 39".
Approximate crayon size (including point): 7" x 39" (17.8cm x 100cm).
Gauge
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.
Notes
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.
The Pattern
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.



