The Magic Spike Mandala Square's smooth design and gorgeous details will have you hooked! Learn how to crochet a granny square with a cool mandala design. You'll love the vibrant colors of this intermediate granny square which uses a special stitch. Instructions for the special stitch are included. You could use this pretty granny square pattern to make an afghan, purse, or pillow. The creative design of this crochet mandala is modern and stunning.

This bold, bright and beautiful granny square afghan takes rainbow crochet patterns to a whole new level. Incorporating pops of color in each granny square, this fresh blanket will look at home in any room. The spectrum of colors really allows it to shine on its own and become a conversation piece. If you love this pattern but prefer muted crochet blanket patterns, consider creating out of just one of the granny square alternates for a serene blue or rich raspberry afghan.

This squishy and soft afghan can be made in only 4 hours. This multi-color wonder allows anyone to crochet a blanket - whether you're an experienced crocheter short on time, or a beginner who wants to complete a stunning but quicker piece. The blanket uses the Bernat Baby Blanket yarn and the finished project is 34 inches wide and 37 inches long including the border. This easy classic is sure to be your go-to last minute gift.

The best part about this free zebra crochet pattern is that just by changing the colors (and in some cases slightly tweaking the pattern) you can create a whole zoo of animals!

You could easily convert this into a giraffe, tiger, lion, cow, horse, unicorn, cheetah, puppy dog, and more!

You can leave as is, or you can add a name banner or initials. It's the perfect (and cutest) sign for your little ones room.

The Lavender Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is such a pretty and easy baby afghan with a stunning corner to corner crochet pattern. The corner to corner crochet design works up quickly and defines the blanket with bold lavender color stripes. The ruffle border is so adorable and finishes the blanket off with style. Make it as a gift for a baby shower or just for a little one in your life who needs some extra softness.

This blanket is crocheted using the Trinity Stitch and the finished fabric does not have any large spaces or holes. Grandma's Textured Lap Blanket is warm, soft and sized to fit a lap comfortably.The finished blanket used 2 balls of Caron Big Cakes and a 5 mm (H) hook. The finished size is approximately 29 inches by 39 inches.

You can substitute any yarn and hook for this stitch pattern - just remember when you substitute if your gauge is different, the finished size of your project will also be different.

The colors and mesmerizing geometry of kaleidoscopes have found their home in this Floral Kaleidoscope Crochet Square.This pattern reinterprets the traditional flower granny square to highlight layers of petals and colorful borders that seem to fold into each other, thanks to the gorgeous puff stitch.

This color scheme has such a gentle, floral tone, but you could choose any colors to compliment this granny square pattern. You won't be able to resist working up a crochet blanket pattern or afghan in this design.

Beautiful 8.5" spiral afghan square! Use up your leftover variegated and ombre yarn to make the spiral, mixed with a contrasting solid color for an amazing look! 25-30 squares will make a fun throw.

The V-stitch rainbow of this crochet blanket pattern gives this project a zig-zag stripe that is visually stunning but still easy to tackle. The easy crochet afghan pattern has all sorts of textures going on, from the ribbed rows to the clean and tidy edges. The gray background is also a nice reinterpretation of the typical brightness of a rainbow pattern, making it a subdued and classy option for any baby. However, this design gives you plenty of room to combine whatever colors you wish to tailor it to be a personal baby shower gift.