However, the braided stitch is also another great technique for making a textured blanket. In particular, it'll work great with earth tones.
The full tutorial about this stitch is on Claudetta CrochetYoutube channel:
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?
Braided Cables Square
"Braided Cables Square is a great project for those who would like to dip their toes in the world of Tunisian crochet cables. The repetitive pattern allows for sufficient practise of the technique creating a beautiful texture reminiscent of braided hairstyles. The Cables Square is worked flat, RS facing from right to left. The stitch count refers to the number of lps on hook on FP. There are 3 cable st patterns running in parallel with sts being crossed in the same row every 2nd row. Work tks sts in rows where sts cross over slightly looser otherwise the cables will look flat and stretched. "
Elements CAL Bedspread in Redwood
So, here is the first embodiment using the Elements CAL square as a building block. While one may consider it a bit subdued in its earth tones, it's actually very energizing in its redwood and flame tones.
Chunky Braided Cabled Crochet Blanket Pattern
Crochet this incredibly luxurious Chunky Braided Cabled Blanket! This blanket works up quickly since it uses jumbo yarn and a very large crochet hook. It helps keep you warm and is such a lovely piece to display in your home!
Bulky Cable Braided Blanket Crochet Pattern
The design of this bulky cable braided blanket is a cozy cuddly motif that is quick to make and beautiful to display.
The Irish tradition of Aran cabling decorates this blanket with the intertwining strands of history and elegance.
The bulky yarn used to make this blanket generates a heavy, warm result that is a perfect companion to a roaring fire and hot chocolate.
