Crochet Textured Wave Ombre Afghan Free Pattern

Crochet Textured Wave Ombre Afghan Free Pattern

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in 5 colors (A, B, C, D, E)
• 5.5 mm (I) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Gauge: 14 stitches = 4 inches in wave pattern

Finished Size: Approximately 50 inches x 60 inches

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Front post double crochet (fpdc)
• Back post double crochet (bpdc)

Instructions:

1. Start with a foundation chain of 150 stitches using Color A.
2. Row 1: DC in the fourth chain from the hook. DC in each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first DC), DC in next DC. *FPDC in next stitch, BPDC in next stitch; repeat from * across until last 2 stitches, DC in last 2 stitches. Turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 3, DC in next DC. *BPDC in next, FPDC in next; repeat from * across until last 2 stitches, DC in last 2 stitches. Turn.
5. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for a total of 10 rows or until desired length is achieved.
6. Change to Color B and repeat the same stitch pattern, working one additional row each time you change color for another 5 colors.
7. Once all colors are used, continue with the wave pattern until you reach your desired width.
8. Finish off, weave in ends with a yarn needle.

Final Touch: For an additional flair, consider adding a simple scalloped border using the following: for the border, work 3 DC in each corner and 1 DC in each stitch around, then slip stitch to beginning DC.

Enjoy your cozy crochet creation!