Ridiculously Quick and Easy Crochet Afghan
Look no further than this quick crochet blanket pattern for your next project.
Looking for the ultimate lounge blanket? We've found it! Whip up the Ridiculously Quick and Easy Crochet Afghan and prepare to cozy up on the couch. As one of the cuddliest crochet afghan patterns around, the real difficulty with this throw won't be in creating it, but in resisting the urge to lounge around with it all day long.
Crocheting four strands of yarn together as one, you'll be snuggling up on your couch in no time! The other wonderful thing about this quick crochet blanket is that it is such a great pattern for beginners.
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Crochet HookP/16 or 11.5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet Gauge6 sts = 5”; 6 rows = 9” in pattern (4 strands held together). CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
Finished Size48" x 59"
Materials List
- RED HEART® Super Saver®: 3 skeins each 311 White A, 316 Soft White B, 313 Aran C, and 661 Frosty Green D
- Crochet Hook: 11.5mm [US P-16]
- Yarn needle
Instructions:
NOTES:
Hold one strand of each of 4 colors together as one throughout.
Special Stitches: v-st (v Stitch): (double crochet, chain 1, double crochet) in indicated st or space.
Ch 60.
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Row 1 (Wrong Side): Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across; turn – 58 sts.
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 3, skip first dc, dc in next dc and in each dc across, dc in top of ch-3; turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, skip first dc, dc in next dc, skip next dc; v-st in next dc; * skip next 2 dc, v-st in next dc; repeat from * to last 3 sts; skip next dc, dc in next dc, dc in top of ch-3; turn.
Rows 5 and 6: Ch 3, skip first dc, dc in next dc, skip next dc, v-st in next ch-1 sp, * skip next 2 dc, v-st in next ch-1 sp; repeat from * to last 3 sts; skip next dc, dc in next dc, dc in top of ch-3; turn.
Row 7: Ch 3, skip first dc, dc in next 2 dc, * dc in next ch-1 sp, dc in next 2 dc; repeat from * to last st; dc in top of ch- 3; turn.
Repeat Rows 2-7 five times, repeat Rows 2 and 3 again. Turn and, with right side facing, work 1 round sc evenly around entire outer edge, taking care to keep work flat; join with a slip st to first sc. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
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Pammelion
Dec 17, 2018
Wow, thank you for this great, easy pattern! I made this afghan in 2 days -- and part of that time I was watching a movie with subtitles, LOL! So that's how easy the pattern was. And it will be a wonderful gift for the holidays. The people commenting here are crazy. Too heavy? It is perfect! Not the right pattern? Just delete that comment. Because it's incorrect. My picture is exactly the same pattern in the same yarns that were recommended (except that I had to substitute a pale buttery yellow color for the aran). The pattern told me that I needed to buy three skeines of each color, so I did. I didn't finish any of the second skeins even after adding a second single crochet border all around. So now I have all this leftover yarn and I guess I will have to make another one )
Zeemer
Jul 09, 2018
I'm actually doing this right now. I'm doing a 72 X 80 inches blanket or bread spread which will fit a queen size bed. I'm excited about this project. This is my first off-white blanket project which will be followed by a lot more similar colored projects in the future. I will post the finished blanket later.
KathrynAllison
Jun 28, 2018
Anything with "ridiculously easy" in the title sounds right up my alley. This looks like a great blanket to snuggle up with as I binge watch my favorite TV show.
Tricia108
Sep 25, 2017
This looks like a fairly simple pattern and should work up quickly. It is a good stash buster as well. You just have to watch where you change your colors or add new ones. I have made blankets like this before and not only are they warm, they wash up nicely and keep their shape. Thank you.
Daughter of Light
Mar 03, 2017
Such a pretty pattern! I can hardly believe it says "beginner". This is a wonderful color combo and it seems as though there are others that would work up just as nicely depending on your tastes and preferences! I was wondering if anyone has had any difficulties with handling 4 threads of yarn at once? I bet that makes this really warm and snuggly!
rmcase1234 6106056
Jan 24, 2017
A friend of mine made me this exact one 40 years ago and it looks as great as ever. I use it all the time. Love It
RachelAnne
Aug 03, 2016
I'm just starting to get into crochet, and this pattern inspires me to want to learn more. Beautiful!
peanut46451 780861 3
Aug 03, 2016
I need the directions for a queen size bed. Thank you.
DebbsSeattle
Apr 17, 2018
I am new to crochet, but I did make a King size without a sized pattern...just kept chaining until I reached the desired width and kept repeating the rows until I reached the desired height. That is where using an open stock yarn will come in handy. Of course I tackle it with the voracity of a new crochet enthusiast with only one intention...to finish it. Otherwise I would simply overbuy the budget yarn. You can also try acquiring the first four skeins, work it up and see how many inches in height you get for the four skeins, then estimate it out and quickly go purchase the remaining yarn requirements. Don't let sizing get in your way.
ntighe4 2161363
Jun 15, 2016
This pattern is wonderful!!! Thanks so much. I crochet blanket for local charities and have made at least 4 with different colors... Thanks again.
Zeemer
Apr 24, 2016
I'm inspired by Cheryl Y and Kate Abbey. The pattern says beginner so this must be a walk in the park for veteran crocheters like me. Thanks for the pattern found right here on the page.
Cheryl Y
Apr 17, 2016
Love, love this quick and easy crochet pattern. After reading the pattern and the other comments I'm going to make mine with just two strands of yarn, the light green and white to make it lighter. Thank you for the free pattern and looking forward to a rainy day..
Kate Abbey
Mar 22, 2016
This looks like the perfect project for a rainy afternoon, really easy and quick!
IncurableRomantici st
Dec 06, 2015
It would be great to have the instructions to the quick and easy white blanket pictured, instead of the mile-a-minute one.
dzorbis74
Apr 12, 2016
The instructions are for the "white one pictured. You just can't see the other colors as you are holding all 4 stands of yarn at once. The mile-a-minute node is made with panels that you see together. I thought it strange myself until I saw the colors in the store and saw how the frosty green is very white with a tinge of green that's only seen up close
alliforster 332251 9
Dec 30, 2016
agree very disappointing
Pammelion
Dec 17, 2018
I don't get why you are disappointed. This pattern is for is exactly the same Afghan shown in the picture. The brain just doesn't show up in the photo. If you don't want green in it, substitute any other pale color.
texiane49 6399966
Jun 16, 2015
I am excited to start this one. But, I am going to use 2 strands only because I don't want it too bulky.
genealois 7796689
Dec 29, 2014
It's quick! Made it in a day, but it is so heavy that it is just not practical.However, I may someday use the pattern with one strand of yarn.
Pammelion
Dec 17, 2018
It's actually perfect! Everyone I've ever given one to just loves it, and they all use it. It's not meant to be a light scarf it's supposed to keep you warm.
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