This easy stitch is perfect for an afghan or blanket. It is just sets of 3 stitches, one single crochet and two doubles. Once you get into the hang of it, you can do it in your sleep. Use it for a baby blanket in a pretty pink or blue or for a regular afghan with bright colors.
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Fluffy Meringue Baby Afghan video tutorial
This eye-catching baby blanket will be a perfect gift for a baby shower. It will make a fluffy and soft cover for any baby. It's perfect for your little one's delicate skin. This Fluffy Meringue Stitch Baby Blanket Free Crochet Pattern is very easy to follow. It may seem a bit too complex, in fact, if you watch and follow the video tutorial, you'll learn that's much easier than you think. The pattern creates a lovely layering effect and rich texture. It is an invitation to play with colors and yarn which is timeless and inspiring. Get started and wrap your loved one with this fluffy meringue crocheted baby blanket. Happy crocheting.
Hexi Askew Square
This 12 (30.5 cm) square starts with a hexagon. Crossed double crochet and popcorn stitches add texture. This square was designed for the sixth annual Moogly Crochet Along. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch, treble (triple) crochet Crocheting in the round, increasing, crocheting into chain spaces, skipping stitches, crocheting into skipped stitches, crocheting in the back loop only Special stitches: cdc, cl, and popcorn (with video tutorials linked in the pattern) Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size Motif: 12 (30.5 cm) square. Materials Red Heart With Love yarn (100% acrylic, 7 oz/198 g/370 yd/338 m) - 1 skein each in 1502 Iced Aqua (CA), 1803 Blue Hawaii (CB), and 1441 Light Gray (CC), or approximately 55 yd (50.5 m) in CA and 32 yd (29 m) each in CB and CC in any medium weight yarn. US Size J-10/6 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Stitch markers (optional). Gauge Motif = 12 (30.5 cm) square in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project
Cabin on the Beach Afghan Square
"This easy crochet afghan pattern pays homage to the traditional Log Cabin quilt squares with a beachy crochet version! You can make this pattern into afghan blocks for a fun pieced afghan, or simply continue on for a fun continuous blanket pattern. This makes an excellent crochet stash buster- as you'll use just about 100 yards of each color for the 12" crochet afghan square blocks. Make it into a true scrap blanket, or use the colors of your choice for a cohesive look."
X-Stitch Square Motif
Scroll to the bottom of the free pattern page to watch the YouTube how-to tutorial video for learning this motif pattern - including a beginning X-stitch, regular X-stitch and increasing corner X-stitch! Also includes crochet charts! Learn the magical X-stitch a unique stitch pattern that boasts a pretty geometric pattern. Once you learn how to create this square, you could continue and make a gigantic afghan from just one! Or you could make the squares any size and join them as you go.
Crossed Afghan Square
From the blogger: "This square may be labeled intermediate due to the post stitches, but it's actually pretty easy to crochet! The varying stitch heights create a fun color pattern, while the post stitches give the overall square some texture. Try playing with different colors or even making the whole thing in one color. Just have fun with it. Once you finish the stitches, cut the yarn and weave in all ends. The finished piece after blocking should measure to be a 12” square. Enjoy!
