Hi Vera,

I love this throw... I made it for my boyfriend, a little larger - (he's a big guy) and it was a huge hit. Now my two teenage daughters are nagging me daily to start working on one for each of them. I'm going to try funkier heathered colors for them, 'cause you're right on that a little more texture works best for this pattern.

Thank you so much for sharing - my friends and family are quite impressed with me...oops, I mean you. ;)

This pattern makes a beautiful throw!!!!I did it in the RedHeart medium worsted in a solid color and am so pleased with the effect. My husband is going to pick out his own yarn for me to make one for him for his hunting trips!
I'm a crochet novice, I haven't even attempted a granny square yet :) I just keep crocheting afghans and giving them away. This pattern looks so professional it makes me feel like I'm progressing in my craft. Thank you for sharing!

Love this pattern! I've had this page as my browser home page for a long time - waiting until all my time-sensitive projects were done.

I make a lot of things for other people and this one is all for me!!! I tend to like bigger patterns that use larger hooks and 2 strands of yarn - only because they're faster and I'm impatient. My boyfriend does not like holes in his blankets so I know he's going to love it.

I'm making this in a deep red worsted yarn. It is going to be beautiful!!

Sharon,
I agree with you and sister. More men need to crochet. See if you can get the Center and your LYS to split the cost of the yarn and buy something decent to work with. Red Heart was on the bottom of my list even before I had a yarn shop. Teaching is a challenge but you have a good incentive and it will benefit you and them in the long run. Teach basics first then a project. A lap robe is a good one but may be too large to start with. Try a scarf or a hat first. Ask them what they want to make. Give them handouts to study later in their rooms.Make it FUN. See if you can have snacks and drinks.Make it a club that others want to join. Show them samples,have them join Crochet me.

Warm lap robes......you might want to upgrade your fibers for 7x the warmth of wool try alpaca or angora.Too spendy probably for this project unless you can get some support going in.

For a Super ez wash and wear with lots of colors try 100% wool Cascade Superwash or Plymouth Encore(75% acrylic/25%wool). I believe working with the best fibers you can afford. They'll give you a product and enjoyment like never before. My motto is," I crochet with cheap women(men) Not cheap yarn!"

CeliaBedelia

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I love this throw! I have made two, using Caron Simply Soft yarn. I make it a little bigger. It is so warm and soft. Thanks for sharing the pattern!

I love this throw! I have made 2 using Caron Simply Soft yarn. It turns out great and is soft and warm. The pattern is easy to remember, so is great for working on while watching tv or talking on the phone. Thanks for sharing!

I cant wait to make this trow blanket for my hubby soon I hope that he will like i have a question can I use a G hook or not

I love this pattern. I have used it to make scarves as well. When I first started to crochet, I came across this pattern. Everyone was impressed and thought I was so advanced in my skills. I will forever use this pattern.

Bless you!

Regina

I really like the way this looks and I was wondering how one might make it into a baby blanket. I'm kind of new to reading patterns and as such I have no idea how to convert this over. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

~Sebrina~

Hi Vera,
I am making my first winter afghan using this pattern. I wanted it a bit larger, so chained 201 and am using a solid color Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky yarn with a size "K" hook. It is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your lovely design!

I am looking for a crochet pattern that was done by my mother-in-law, that is now deceased. I have looked at lots of web sites for the pattern, but I have not been able to find it. I could explain by phone the pattern, but it would be hard the write it down, it has ridges, and looks to be maybe dc and sc in the same chain, I do not want to cut it apart.

Am I trying for the impossible, or would you advise me, I appreciate your time in reading this e-mail. I am going to try the pattern you have on this site, the East patterned throw...sounds good and interesting. I love easy and not having to do a lot of thinking while crocheting.

Pat Pigmon

I am looking for beginner/easy lap robe (for nursing home use) patterns. I am going to teach a crochet class at our juvenile detention center. The idea behind this is to teach the boys (yes boys) how to follow instructions, ease tension and provide a finished product for local nursing homes. My sister is a counselor at the facility and is urging me to do this...I have never taught crochet to anyone but I am willing to tackle this project but need advise and patterns.