Mystical Mosaic Granny Square Afghan Free Pattern

Mystical Mosaic Granny Square Afghan Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the enchanting world of mosaics with this Mystical Mosaic Granny Square Afghan. This pattern combines intricate geometric designs with a soothing color palette to create a captivating and cozy blanket. Perfect for beginners, this project will not only enhance your crochet skills but also provide you with a beautiful piece to snuggle under or gift to a loved one.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in five colors:
  • Deep Teal
  • Soft Lavender
  • Warm Mustard
  • Rich Burgundy
  • Cream
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 inches = 2 granny squares

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Granny Squares

Follow these steps to create each granny square:

1. Round 1:
   • With deep teal yarn, make a magic ring.
   • Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
   • Work 2 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring.
   • Chain 2.
   • Repeat the sequence of *3 dc in the ring, chain 2* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 12 dc and 4 chain-2 spaces.
2. Round 2:
   • Slip stitch into the next 2 dc and into any chain-2 space.
   • Chain 3, then work (2 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the same chain-2 space.
   • Chain 1.
   • Repeat the sequence of *(3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the next chain-2 space, chain 1* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 24 dc and 4 chain-1 spaces.
3. Round 3:
   • Join soft lavender yarn, slip stitch into any chain-2 space.
   • Chain 3, then work (2 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the same chain-2 space.
   • Chain 1, then work 3 dc in the next chain-1 space, chain 1.
   • Repeat the sequence of *(3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the next chain-2 space, chain 1, 3 dc in the next chain-1 space, chain 1* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 36 dc and 8 chain-1 spaces.
4. Round 4:
   • Join warm mustard yarn, slip stitch into any chain-2 space.
   • Chain 3, then work (2 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the same chain-2 space.
   • Chain 1, then work 3 dc in each of the next two chain-1 spaces, chain 1.
   • Repeat the sequence of *(3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the next chain-2 space, chain 1, 3 dc in each of the next two chain-1 spaces, chain 1* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 48 dc and 12 chain-1 spaces.
5. Round 5:
   • Join rich burgundy yarn, slip stitch into any chain-2 space.
   • Chain 3, then work (2 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the same chain-2 space.
   • Chain 1, then work 3 dc in each of the next two chain-1 spaces, chain 1.
   • Repeat the sequence of *(3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the next chain-2 space, chain 1, 3 dc in each of the next two chain-1 spaces, chain 1* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 60 dc and 16 chain-1 spaces.
6. Round 6:
   • Join cream yarn, slip stitch into any chain-2 space.
   • Chain 3, then work (2 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the same chain-2 space.
   • Chain 1, then work 3 dc in each of the next three chain-1 spaces, chain 1.
   • Repeat the sequence of *(3 dc, chain 2, 3 dc) in the next chain-2 space, chain 1, 3 dc in each of the next three chain-1 spaces, chain 1* two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. You should have 72 dc and 20 chain-1 spaces.

Joining the Squares

Repeat rounds 1-6 for each square, alternating colors as desired. Once you have completed the desired number of squares, join them using the join-as-you-go method or sew them together with a tapestry needle.

Adding the Border

To finish your afghan:

1. With deep teal yarn, work a round of single crochet (sc) around the entire afghan.
2. Place 3 single crochets in each corner chain-2 space to maintain the shape.
3. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Your Mystical Mosaic Granny Square Afghan is now complete! Enjoy the cozy warmth and beauty of your handmade creation.