If you are looking for a way to use up your yarn stash, this Northern Lights Granny Throw is ideal. You can choose your rainbow of colors as you go, so the half double crochet pattern can be easily customized to fit your individual taste or home decor scheme. Once you work up this pattern, the lap blanket will be perfect for snuggling up on the couch after a long and busy day. With all the colors of the rainbow on display, you will smile every time you look down at your crochet afghan. You can also brighten someone's day by giving this cozy blanket to a friend or family member. Nothing says love more than a unique handmade gift.

Spring is coming on, and the easy, Primrose and Proper crochet blanket pattern is just the project to help you welcome it! It's lacy stitch design is feminine and delicate while providing just the right amount of warmth for chilly spring days. Even if you are a beginner this easy crochet blanket pattern is one you'll be able to figure out quickly. I've included instructions for a simple boarder, but feel free to add a different one if you so desire. See the "Additional Notes" section for sizing options.

A pretty 12" square that makes an elegant throw by itself and also looks terrific in conjunction with other squares. The diagonal design works up into a beautiful diamond trellis design when joined.

If you are passionate about chevron then this blanket is for you! It features lots of texture and style. Worked in bulky weight yarn it works up quickly. This design is made using 9 Caron Chunky Cakes (10 if your would like to include a fringe. You may work this blanket in any super bulky weight yarn (#6 weight on label) and don't be afraid to stitch up the colour so that it suits your own personal style! Following the pattern the stitch count is given to change the size of your blanket and a video tutorial is also included.

The Brighton Blanket is the kind of artifact that stays in homes for centuries. Its beautiful colors and intricate design really make it stand out from any other crochet blanket pattern you could work up. The afghan pattern itself is more on the intermediate side, but it is definitely worth the effort. Imagine turning your boring, white-walled living room into a spectacle of color all because you took the time to work up this brilliant crochet afghan. With a gorgeous ripple pattern set off with thin rows of basic stitches, this pattern really is one of a kind.

Try this blanket and you will fall in love with the stitch that looks like rows of flowers. It is very rare that you find a stitch that looks gorgeous but is easy and quick to work up. The stitch is a simple mix of shells and clusters and is easy enough for beginners. You can make the blanket for a boy or a girl by just changing up the colors. This blanket will make a great baby shower gift.

This simply sophisticated scarlet crochet throw uses the double, single, and chain stitches to complete. Crochet this beautiful heirloom blanket for yourself or to give as a treasured gift. This blanket works up to look complicated; however, it is not as hard as you may think. The crochet stitches create a light and lacy and work up so intricately with such care. Even a light covering like this one will keep you warm. This crochet pattern combines the look of crochet shell stitches with the open look of a windowpane.

This light weight and gorgeous crochet star baby blanket is a lovely gift for any expecting mother. With alternating whites, pinks and purples, this free crochet baby blanket pattern is perfect for anyone creating a blanket for a little girl looking to enter the world. Use any colors you prefer to change this blanket from a baby girl blanket to a baby boy or gender neutral. In only thirty-five rounds, this gorgeous crochet star baby blanket comes to life.

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?

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The Colors of the Rainbow Baby Blanket is a bright and cheerful crochet afghan that will brighten up any room of your house. Customize the look of this crochet pattern by coming up with your own color combination, or use the colors shown here. Scalloped edges give this baby blanket an extra special finishing touch. The slip stitch is used to work up this crochet pattern, along with a few other crochet stitches. You'll also need to know how to change colors in crochet to complete this intermediate crochet pattern.