Find easy crochet afghan patterns, including crochet ripple afghans, granny square blanket patterns and more. Learn to crochet blankets for every room of your house and easily amp up your home’s style with these easy-to-make designs.
See how you can learn to crochet patterns of all sizes, colors and construction. Learn how to combine individual crochet granny squares into a granny afghan and even learn how to crochet a mermaid blanket for your little one (or for yourself)!
Afghans can be intimidating because they’re so big, but there are many ways to make a quick blanket, from only making baby blankets and lapghans to using super bulky yarn to make your stitches as big as possible. If you have the skills and the patience, you can easily work up any afghan design you want – just be sure to work on it!
By Susan Kennedy,,,, from the The Color of the Year Collection issue
Bring coziness and comfort to your home with this boho kilim-style blanket inspired by the traditional weaving designs of the American southwest and vintage Turkish rugs. This 9-color, corner-to-corner block stitch blanket is made from 6 smaller easy-to-hook rectangles that are sewn together using the yarn tails. A single crochet border and triple-layered tassels complete the bohemian look.
View ProjectBy Cecilia Esparza,,,, from the Red (I Like Crochet's Version) issue
The idea for this pattern was born out of the challenge of making a plaid-like blanket that didn’t involve hundreds of loose ends. Introducing the brand new Lodge Plaid blanket, featuring fewer loose ends and beautifully straight edges — you’ll love the instant cabin classic!
View ProjectBy Kathleen Berlew,,,, from the August 2019 issue
Pattern, texture, and color come together in this breezy gold and burgundy throw. Openwork panels and a treble crochet border frame a central field of diamonds that float between chain-stitch bridges. The result? Pure perfection in blanket form.
View ProjectBy Cheryl Chow,,,, from the June 2019 issue
This versatile blanket is pretty enough for your living room but rugged enough to use outside for that extra layer of warmth whenever you need it. Worked back and forth from end to end, this blanket features shells, front/back posts, crossed stitches, and bobbles to create a texture that’s both durable and beautiful.
View ProjectBy Kristin Kauten,,,, from the The Easter Crochet Collection issue
This adorable blanket, which commemorates the iconic childhood game, Duck, Duck, Goose, is sure to make your little one smile. Get ready for the most adorable tummy time session to date!
View ProjectBy Agat Rottman,,,, from the April 2019 issue
Sleep tight, sleep bright with this modern take on the granny square afghan. This soft and colorful blanket will bring spring warmth into your living room.
View ProjectBy Michele Maks,,,, from the February 2019 issue
The Modern Lace Baby Blanket grows up! A heftier yarn and a larger size makes this a great choice for your grown up baby or for yourself.
View ProjectBy Melinda Miller,,,, from the April 2022 issue
This flower adorned afghan features bright and dark petals that are juxtaposed on matching two-color blocks to create a puzzle appearance. Crochet this colorful blanket to add a dose of boldness to your home.
View ProjectBy Melinda Miller,,,, from the December 2022 issue
This throw is worked in panels, so there’s no need to change colors mid row — just stitch the panels together to create moving lanes of color. Bulky weight yarn makes this project quick and easy.
View ProjectBy Tamara Kelly,,,, from the Holiday Guide issue
Inspired by bright colored apples, sunny autumn days and crisp fall air, this Appleghan captures the essence of Autumn without being drab. Made up of different squares, each week you’ll learn how to do a different motif for this amazing afghan.
View Project