Cottagecore Sunset Lace Afghan Free Pattern

Cottagecore Sunset Lace Afghan Free Pattern

Introduction

Embrace the warmth of a sunset with this Cottagecore-inspired afghan featuring intricate lace and openwork mesh. Perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to your home, this cozy blanket is not only beautiful but also a delightful project for beginners. With its warm sunset tones and delicate patterns, you’ll find joy in every stitch as you create a piece that enhances your living space.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in warm sunset tones: deep orange, golden yellow, soft pink, and rich burgundy.
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook.
• Gauge: 4 inches = 14 double crochet (dc) and 7 rows.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation Chain

1. With deep orange yarn, make a chain of 180 stitches (ch 180).

Lace Panel (Repeat 3 times)

1. Row 1: In the 4th chain from the hook, make 1 double crochet (dc). Then, *chain 1 (ch 1), skip the next chain, and dc in the next chain; repeat from * across the row. Turn your work.
2. Row 2: Chain 3 (this counts as your first dc), then *ch 1, skip the next chain-1 space, and dc in the next dc; repeat from * across the row. Turn your work.
3. Rows 3-5: Repeat Row 2 for a total of 3 rows.

Solid Section (Repeat 3 times)

1. Row 6: Chain 3, then dc in each dc and chain-1 space across the row. Turn your work.
2. Rows 7-9: Repeat Row 6 for a total of 3 rows.

Mesh Panel (Repeat 3 times)

1. Row 10: Chain 4 (this counts as your first dc and ch 1), then *skip the next dc, dc in the next dc, ch 1; repeat from * across the row. Turn your work.
2. Row 11: Chain 4, then *skip the next chain-1 space, dc in the next dc, ch 1; repeat from * across the row. Turn your work.
3. Rows 12-14: Repeat Row 11 for a total of 3 rows.

Repeat Panels

Continue to repeat the Lace Panel, Solid Section, and Mesh Panel until your afghan measures approximately 60 inches in length. Make sure to end with a Lace Panel.

Border

1. Round 1: With golden yellow yarn, single crochet (sc) evenly around the entire afghan, placing 3 sc in each corner to keep the corners neat. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc.
2. Round 2: Chain 3, then dc in each sc around, placing 3 dc in each corner sc. Join with a sl st to the first dc.
3. Fasten off your yarn and weave in all ends securely.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing your Cottagecore Sunset Lace Afghan! This beautiful piece not only adds warmth to your home but also showcases your crafting skills. Enjoy snuggling up with your new creation or gifting it to someone special!