Modern Heirloom Baby Afghan

This is one of my favorite stitch patterns to use and it makes such a beautiful gift for an expecting mother. Recently, I learned how to make the linen stitch, which is also called the moss stitch, granite stitch, and the woven stitch. Once you learn the techniques, the crochet projects are endless. Today, though, we will be making the modern heirloom baby afghan and it is super easy.This baby afghan has a modern look to it, but at the same time, is a beautiful blanket to pass on as an heirloom-if it lasts that long. There is a row-by-row color list, as well as, a video tutorial of how to complete the stitch. Learn how to crochet over the end stitches for a finished look. Very easy to achieve.

Busy Lizzy’s Patchwork Blanket

The patchwork blanket is made using the Elizabeth stitch (AKA mini bean stitch). You can make the blanket as small or as big as you like plus the pattern includes a handy size guide so you know how many square lane to make.

DK (weight 3) yarn. I used ‘King Cole Pricewise DK’ in various colours. 1 Square - 15m / 16yd / 5g 1 Border - 23m / 25yd / 8g

Supplies you will need - Crochet hook 4mm - Tapestry needle - DK yarn - Stitch markers (optional) - Scissors Recommend skill level is easy - intermediate. The pattern is written in USA terminology.

You will need to know basic crochet stitches (sc, hdc, dc, tr) as well as the mini bean stitch. Instructions for the mini bean stitch are included. The pattern is 5 pages long and includes progress photos, gauge instructions and measurements.

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Bernat Blanket Crochet Mushroom Stuffie Pattern

Add a new snuggly friend to the family with this adorable Bernat Blanket Mushroom Stuffie. Created with the softness of Bernat Blanket, this free pattern is stitched almost entirely in the round and gives intermediate crocheters a chance to practice a variety of stitches. The stuffie is created in three separate pieces that join at the end through crochet or sewing.

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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.

Rainbow C2c Afghan

Grab your scrap basket, pull out all those colorful yarns, and crochet a gorgeous C2C throw for yourself or as a gift. If you have worked a corner-to-corner pattern before, you know what a quick and easy stitch it is. The versatility of C2C crochet also makes it a popular project. If you have never attempted it, here's your chance to try. You'll love it! Skill level: Easy Finished item measures approximately 55" square. Instructions are also given for the same blanket in baby or sport weight yarn with a white cloud border. Baby blanket measures approximately 37" square. Skill level: Easy Materials: Worsted weight yarn: Baby/sport yarn: 1.5 oz. red 1 oz. pink 5 oz. orange 2 oz. peach 7 oz. yellow 2.5 oz. yellow 8 oz. green 3 oz. green 13.5 oz. blue 4.5 oz. baby blue 8.5 oz. purple 4 oz. lavender 3 oz. white Size J (6.0 mm) crochet hook Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook Yarn needle