- Designed by Lisa van Klaveren
This Keep Calm and CAL designed by Lisa van Klaveren is a fun crochet-a-long type pattern. It is made up of several colorful and unique afghan squares. They may be joined together as desired to create a beautiful finished blanket or throw of any size.
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Blooming Granny Square Baby Afghan
Several years ago I hosted a crochet-along for a stitch sampler blanket and one of the squares was the Blooming Granny Square. In the CAL we did small squares as the learning swatch size. Well, one of my contactors loved the look of the small blooming granny square so she made several, seamed them together then added the same border we used for the stitch sampler blanket to her new blanket and voila! The minute I saw it I knew I needed to purchase the sample and publish it as an option for that very cute square. So, let's say thank you to Jennifer Purtee for her vision and enjoy this fun pattern. If you find you are having trouble with the stitch pattern you can always watch the video for the square I did for the CAL. It is a a step-by-step video tutorial that can be found on the Marly Bird YouTube Channel. By the way, have you subscribed to my YouTube Channel yet?
Dynamic Squares Crochet Throw
If you have a modern touch to your home, this crochet throw is perfect! It is made up of large squares, small squares and rectangles that are worked separately and then joined together at the end. This crochet pattern is shown in five colors that will add a bright pop of modern to your home decor, but you can work this up in any five colors you choose, giving you the option to make it match any room of the house or make it clean and neutral. This intermediate crochet pattern is perfect for crocheters on the go and can provide a great practice piece for any novice crocheter looking to improve.
Golden Waves Throw Free Crochet Pattern
Who doesn't love the feeling of curling up with a cup of coffee or tea during a chilly morning? Add a book and this beautiful throw to complete the scene, and you will be all set. This Golden Waves Throw Free Crochet Pattern is intricate and sophisticated. It is amazingly reversible, looking the same on both sides. It's easy to customize. To make a wider throw, add more chains to the beginning chain for each additional column of “waves” desired. Similarly, to make a narrower throw, subtract chains from the beginning chain. You can use use any color you want for this throw. You'll love the cushy coziness of this one color throw. Thanks Marianne Forrestal from Red Heart for sharing the wonderful free crochet pattern.The link for the free pattern is provided below photo. Happy crocheting.
Flower Medley Blanket
The Flower Medley Blanket is a great scrap stash busting project. Made with several flower granny square motifs made in different colors, joined with the mattress stitch with a gorgeous yet simple 4 round flower puff stitch border. This gorgeous flower granny square motif is made with a puff stitch center which is then squared off to create a granny square. So versatile - gorgeous as a motif before squaring off and could be used in so many different projects. Make bags, blankets, wraps and so much more with this beautiful motif! Works up quickly and looks lovely in so many different colors - make as a daisy, sunflower, Black-eyed Susan or a mum! Perfect for year round flower crochet projects! Approximate finished size = 6” x 6” The Flower Medley Blanket is a great scrap stash busting project. Made with several flower granny square motifs made in different colors, joined with the mattress stitch with a gorgeous yet simple 4 round flower puff stitch border.
Blue Skies Granny Squares Baby Blanket
This blue skies granny squares baby blanket uses three complimenting colors for this lovely little blanket. Finish the look with an easy crochet border. I love making granny squares. Twenty Granny Squares to a Beautiful Baby Blanket This entire blanket is made from granny squares that use two different colors. The first color is worked for the first four rounds. The second color is worked for two rounds. There are ten of each granny square for a total of 20 squares. On the Go Pattern A granny square pattern can be worked on just about anywhere. They are small enough to stash inside a pretty bag with the yarn and your crochet supplies. Then when you have enough made, just seam them together. The granny square is one of the most easy and versatile crochet patterns around.
Ombre Arrows Afghan
An easy crochet afghan that is also modern, this Ombre Arrows Afghan will make the perfect DIY home decoration. Whether you want a stylish DIY throw or a lightweight crochet blanket for all seasons, this afghan has got you covered.
From the Blogger: "The Ombre Arrows Afghan is extremely stretchy and remarkably lightweight, so this crochet blanket is perfect for transitioning between seasons. You can cozy up with it during summer or use it as an extra layer of warmth during the cold weather months. No matter what type of climate you live in, this crochet pattern is fun and functional. The gradient colors of this pattern come together to make a delightful ombre effect. Ombre is very on trend right now and the white stitches produce a visually appealing arrow pattern. Use this crochet pattern as a fun throw or proudly display it on your bed.
Chic Colorful Granny Square Throw
This Chic Colorful Granny Square Throw has a modern look and it was so much fun to make. Full directions for the pattern, plus a video tutorial on how to complete the invisible join for a granny square. This throw would be nice for a baby too. I love the modern look so much, that it is on display as part of my home decor. This is an easy way to let the crochet pattern highlight the granny squares rather than the method used for joining. It takes a bit of time, but the end result looks very nice.Video tutorials on the invisible join, how to crochet a granny square, and how to change colors in a granny square.
