Crochet Windows Afghan Throw
Introducing the Crochet Windows Afghan Throw, a stunning and unique addition to your home decor. This exquisite piece is meticulously handcrafted using the art of crochet, resulting in a one-of-a-kind throw that will surely catch the eye of anyone who enters the room. The intricate design of the throw resembles a series of windows, each showcasing its own intricate pattern and color combination. Made from high-quality yarn, this throw is soft to the touch and perfect for snuggling up on chilly evenings. The attention to detail in the crochet work ensures that every stitch is precise and adds to the overall visual appeal of the throw. Whether draped over your favorite armchair or spread across your bed, the Crochet Windows Afghan Throw will instantly elevate the ambiance of any room with its elegant and sophisticated design.
Skill Level: Easy
Red Heart “Super Saver”: 1 skein each 313 Aran A and 624 Tea Leaf B; 2 skeins 406 Medium Thyme C and 3 skeins each 633 Dark Sage D and 656 Real Teal E.Crochet Hooks: 5mm [US H-8] and 3.75mm [US F-5].
Yarn needle.
AFGHAN
Small Square (Make 48)
Row 1 (Right Side): With larger hook and A ch 7; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in the next 5 ch; turn – 6 sc.
Rows 2-6: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn. Fasten off at end of Row 6.
Row 7: With right side facing, attach B in first sc; ch 1, sc in first 5 sc, 3 sc in corner st, sc in end of next 5 rows; turn – 13 sc.
Rows 8-10: Ch 1, sc in each sc to center sc of corner, 3 sc in corner sc, sc in each sc across; turn – 19 sc at end of Row 10. Fasten off at end of Row 10.
Row 11: With right side facing, attach C in first sc; ch 1, sc in each sc to center sc of corner, 3 sc in corner sc, sc in each sc across; turn – 21 sc.
Rows 12-14: Repeat Rows 8-10 – 27 sc at end of Row 14. Fasten off at end of Row 14.
Row 15: With right side facing, attach E in side of first sc of last row; ch 1, sc in same row end as joining, sc in next 12 row ends, 3 sc in corner, sc in next 13 row ends; turn – 29 sc.
Rows 16-17: Repeat Rows 8 and 9 – 33 sc at end of Row 17. Fasten off.
Assembly
Make 12 large squares by sewing 4 small squares together with E forming a cross at the center of each large square.
Large Square Edging
Rnd 1: With right side facing and larger hook, attach D in any corner; ch 1, [3 sc in corner, sc to next corner] 4 times; join with a slip st in first sc; TURN.
Rnds 2-4: Ch 1, sc in each sc around and 3 sc in center sc of corner 3-sc group; join; turn. Fasten off at end of Row 4.
Finishing
Sew large squares together in 4 rows of 3 squares.
Border
Rnd 1: With right side facing and larger hook, attach D in back loop of center sc of any corner; ch 1, [3 sc in corner, sc in back loop of each sc to center sc of next corner] 4 times; join with a slip st in back loop of first sc.
Rnds 2 and 3: Ch 1, sc in back loop of each sc around and 3 sc in center sc of corner 3-sc group; join. Fasten off at end of Rnd 3.
Rnd 4: Repeat Rnd 1 with E except join in both loops of first sc at end of rnd.
Rnd 5: With smaller hook, ch 1, working from left to right and working in both loops, work Reverse Sc in each sc around; join. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS: A, B, etc. = color A, B, etc.; ch = chain;
mm = millimeters; rnd = round; sc = single crochet;
st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the
number of times specified.