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INTERLOCKING CROCHET
Do you want to create incredible
crochet projects that will leave even
experienced crocheters amazed and
wondering, “How did she do that?” 80 Original Stitch Patterns
Would you like to crochet one project
that has two unique, attractive looks?
Plus Techniques
Try the technique of interlocking and Projects
crochet, which takes simple stitches
and turns them into richly textured,
reversible fabrics.

There has never been a book that

explores this technique so thoroughly.
Inside Interlocking Crochet you’ll find:

step-by-step illustrations of the crochet

stitches that turn yarn into incredible
interlocking crochet fabric
a stitch dictionary with 80 beautiful
stitch patterns
10 projects ranging from lovely,
luxurious scarves to big, cozy afghans

Galik
Try your hand (and crochet hook!)
at this unique and interesting
technique—you might never want
to go back to regular crochet again!

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 Interlocking Crochet
80 Original Stitch Patterns Plus Techniques and Projects
Tanis Galik

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 Interlocking Crochet. Copyright © 2010 by Tanis Galik.
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DISTRIBUTED IN THE U.K. AND EUROPE BY F+W MEDIA ABOUT THE AUTHOR
INTERNATIONAL Tanis Galik has crocheted for more than fifty years.
Brunel House, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4PU, England After learning the interlocking technique about
Tel: (+44) 1626 323200, Fax: (+44) 1626 323319 twenty years ago, she has focused on it exclusively,
Email: [email protected]
experimenting and creating numerous double-
DISTRIBUTED IN AUSTRALIA BY CAPRICORN LINK sided designs. She is a member of the Crochet
P.O. Box 704, S. Windsor NSW, 2756 Australia Guild of America.
Tel: (02) 4577-3555 Tanis is also a professional playwright with
several productions and awards for her family-
Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication Data friendly plays and musicals. She is a member of the
Galik, Tanis.
Dramatists Guild and the Alliance of Los Angeles
Interlocking crochet / Tanis Galik.
p. cm. Playwrights. She recently received recognition
Includes index. from the Writer’s Digest Writing Competition
ISBN 978-1-4402-1239-0 (alk. paper) for her comedy, Familiglia Pastore—The Bronx
1. Crocheting I. Title. News. She holds an MFA in writing from CSU and
TT820.G152 2010 currently lives in California with her dogs—Marvin
746.43’4--dc22
and Nicky.
2010025979

Edited by Nancy Breen, Liz Casler &

Jennifer Claydon METRIC CONVERSION CHART
Designed by Steven Peters To convert to multiply by
Production coordinated by Greg Nock Inches Centimeters 2.54
Centimeters Inches 0.4
Photography by Ric Deliantoni Feet Centimeters 30.5
Styled by Nora Martini Centimeters Feet 0.03
Illustrated by Kara Gott Yards Meters 0.9
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 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS DEDICATION
I’d like to acknowledge and extend my special To Mary Marouski, my paternal great-
thanks to: grandmother, who taught her daughter
to crochet.
Editors Jennifer Claydon, Nancy Breen and Liz
To Mary Marouski Galik, my paternal
Casler for their professionalism, much needed
grandmother, who passed the craft down
guidance and years of experience to make this
to me—many decades ago.
book a realization.
To all the women who take the time to teach
Technical Editor KJ Hay for her crochet exper-
their art to the generations that follow.
tise and patience in teaching me the intricacies of
pattern writing.
In Memory of John T. Galik.
Photographer Mel White for her skill and
willingness to make sure we had the perfect
pictures for the book’s illustrations.
Lion Brand Yarn, Annastasia Gallaher of
Cascade Yarns, Inc., and Terri Geck of Coats &
Clark for their beautiful yarn contributions to the
samples and various projects in this book.
Sylvia Cosh and James Walters for their many
inventive and imaginative crochet books which
inspired me as well as others to expand our
crochet horizons.
The Tehachapi Writers Group headed by
Vicky Montes for their support and especially
Tanya Spencer for her continued assistance and
encouragement.
Morgan Jordan for being an anchor in good
times and bad.
Family and friends for their decades of nurturing
and the appreciation they’ve shown for the many
crochet gifts they have received through the years.

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 CONTENTS
Introduction 8

Section 1
Interlocking Basics 10
The Process 12
The Stitches 15
Materials and Crochet Standards 18

Section 2
Stitch Library 20
Single Designs 22
(Same Design on Both Sides)
1: Plain Filet Mesh 22
2: Zigzag 23
3: Castle Top 24
4: Abstract 25
5: Diamonds 26
6: Rows 27
7: Double Zigzag 28
8: Bargello 29
9: Triple Zigzag 30
10: Mountains 31

Double Designs 32
(Different Design on Each Side)
1 & 2: Rows/Columns 32
3 & 4: Grid/Double and Single Columns 33
5 & 6: Squares/Crosses 34
7 & 8: Double Columns/Feathered Spines 36
9 & 10: Lattice Columns/Lattice Rows 37
11 & 12: Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag 38
13 & 14: Buds on Vines/Amoebas 40
15 & 16: Hieroglyphics/Pinwheels 42
17 & 18: Hats and Dashes/Bird Tracks 44
19 & 20: Freeway/Rush Hour 46
21 & 22: Chevron—Light on Dark/Dark on Light 47
23 & 24: Hills and Valleys/Thunderbirds 50
25 & 26: Waves—Light on Dark/Dark on Light 52
27 & 28: Mountain Band with Borders—Light
on Dark/Dark on Light 54

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 29 & 30: Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks 56
31 & 32: Post Stitch Chains/Post Stitch Columns 58
33 & 34: Chains and Lattices/Feathered Spines and Stripes 59
35 & 36: Rosebuds on Lattice/Tread Tracks 60
37 & 38: Grecian Pillars/Lazy H 61
39 & 40: Traditional Granny Squares/Lacy Granny Squares with
Center Star 62
41 & 42: Sidewinder/Looped Lasso and Stripes 64
43 & 44: Brick Wall/Bric-a-Brac 65
45 & 46: Horizontal Moorish Lattice/Vertical Moorish Lattice 66
47 & 48: Asterisks/Inkblots 68
49 & 50: Basketweave/Elongated Basketweave 70
51 & 52: Elongated Circles/Stripes and Double Chains 72
53 & 54: Woven Ribbons/Woven Vertical Stripes 73
55 & 56: Native American Geometric Bands/Trees 74
57 & 58: Ladders—Light on Dark/Dark on Light 76
59 & 60: Rosebuds Climbing an Arbor/Simple Plaid 77
61 & 62: Running Man/Sandstorm 78
63 & 64: Checkerboard/Starry Sky 80
65 & 66: Diagonal Rosebuds/Chain-Link Fence 81
67 & 68: Plaid Columns/8s and Triple Striped Plaid 82
69 & 70: Woven Plaid/Crazy 8s 84

Section 3
Projects 86
Autumn Woods Scarf 88
Waves of Color Scarf 90
Two-Tone Business Tote 93
Nautical Drawstring Carryall 96
Reversible Envelope Evening Bag 100
Touch of Silver Evening Bag 103
Pink and White Blocks Baby Blanket 106
Happy Colors Baby Blanket 109
Panel-by-Panel Afghan 112
A Dream in Cream and Green Afghan 118

Resources 126
Index 127

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 INTRODUCTION
Imagine attending a baby shower. When your
hand-crocheted baby blanket is opened, there
are the usual ooohs and ahs. However, as the
gift is passed to various guests, you notice
seasoned crocheters examining the blanket
more closely. Each turns it over and back again
several times. Finally someone asks, “How did
you do this?” Your friends are puzzled because
each side of the blanket has a different two-
color design. The secret—interlocking crochet.
By learning a few simple techniques, you
can create your own one-of-a-kind items that
your family and friends will cherish, and that
will amaze experienced crocheters. The above
scenario will become a familiar situation.
Explore the possibilities!

Tanis Galik
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 SECTION 1

INTERLOCKING BASICS
You may be familiar with interlocking crochet under another name—double
filet, intermeshing or interweave crochet. It’s a technique where two layers of
filet mesh are worked simultaneously and woven together (interlocked). Each
row is worked twice. Some stitches are worked in front of the other layer,
and others are worked behind the other layer resulting in various geometric
patterns. The exciting thing about this crochet technique is that it creates a
truly reversible fabric, often with a different design on each side.
I learned interlocking crochet twenty years ago and have experimented
continuously with it ever since. In fact, it becomes addictive. What new
designs can I create? What will the reverse side look like? Will it be the same
design, a mirrored image or something completely different? I love exploring
the many possibilities. As a result, interlocking crochet is the only crochet
technique I’ve used since I first learned it.
Of course, the project choices are endless—afghans, baby blankets, rugs,
bedspreads, scarves, ponchos, various purses and carryalls, and more.
But one of the most thrilling experiences is to see the look of surprise on
someone’s face, especially that of an experienced crocheter, when you turn
the baby blanket over or your purse inside out and reveal a brand-new article.
So whether you’ve worked with interlocking crochet in the past or are
new to this technique, I’m sure you will enjoy it as much as I do. Once
you’ve mastered the basics on the following pages, experiment using the
interlocking crochet designs in this book (or discover your own) to crochet
beautiful one-of-a-kind items.

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 THE PROCESS
STEP ONE: FILET MESH
FOUNDATION
A filet mesh is the basis for creating your interlocking
fabric. Filet mesh consists of a series of dc stitches
with ch-1 spaces in between. These ch-1 spaces
create “windows” between the dc posts. Most
interlocking projects begin with one row of filet
mesh worked in Color A and one row of filet mesh
worked in Color B. The number of windows in
the B layer is always one less than the number of
windows in the A layer.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation

ch with a multiple of 2 sts + 4, and work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. To have 5 boxes in this row, Figure 1
you would ch 14 ([5 × 2] + 4), dc in 6th ch from Layering the A-colored filet mesh foundation
over the B-colored filet mesh foundation.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat
from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the A-colored STEP THREE: THE FIRST ROW
foundation ch, and work Row 1 of filet mesh. To
have 4 boxes (1 less than the example above), you In all pattern instructions in this book, Side 1 is
would ch 12 ([4 × 2] + 4), dc in 6th ch from hook, designated as the right side (RS) and Side 2 as
*ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * the wrong side (WS). After the foundation rows
across. of filet mesh are turned and the A-colored layer is
placed on top of the B-colored layer, the top side
Whenever you put one yarn aside to work with represents the RS. This means that the RS will be
the other, place the last loop of the layer being put the side on which the larger, A-colored filet mesh
aside on a stitch holder (a safety pin or split-ring layer is on top, and the WS will be the side on
marker works well) or extend the last loop so that which the smaller (Color B) of the two filet mesh
the work won’t unravel before removing the hook. layers is on top.
Row 1 of the filet mesh pattern is worked
across the A-colored layer, followed by Row 1 of
the B-colored layer. Stitches are always worked
STEP TWO: LAYERING into the next dc. Ch-1 spaces are never used
Next, place the A-colored layer on top of the and are therefore ignored in the instructions. As
B-colored layer with the working yarn of both each row is worked, the double crochet stitches
pieces at the same edge—the right edge if you are worked either in front of the other layer or
are right-handed, and the left edge if you are behind the other layer. To make this easier, two
left-handed. (Figure 1) new abbreviations are introduced: dcib (double

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 crochet in back) and dcif (double crochet in front).
Working these two stitches may require inserting
the hook through a box of one layer to reach
the next double crochet of the other layer. Two
variations on these stitches, FPdcif and BPdcib,
also exist. These stitches create a heavier fabric
than a dcif or dcib. They are especially useful in
projects, such as carryalls and rugs, that require a
stronger fabric.
Remember that stitches of the A-colored layer
are always worked into stitches of the A-colored
layer, and stitches of the B-colored layer are always
worked into stitches of the B-colored layer. The Figure 2
two layers of mesh are never connected directly Dropping the B-colored yarn to the back.
to each other; they are just woven together. When
working a dcib or dcif, take care to work the stitch
completely behind or in front of the other layer; do
not encase a stitch of the other layer within a dcib
or dcif.
An example of an interlocking row, using the
new abbreviations, appears below:

Row 1A: With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and ch-1

sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Figure 3
Note: The working yarn for both layers is now at Dropping the B-colored yarn to the front.
the opposite edge.

STEP FOUR: TURNING AND CONTINUING

Next, turn the entire piece so the B-colored layer B-colored row. For example, if this B-colored row
is on top of the A-colored layer, then drop the will begin with a dcif, the B-colored yarn will be
B-colored yarn to the front or back, and work the dropped to the front to create a dcif when this B-
next row of the instructions. It is important to colored row is worked. If the B-colored row begins
drop the B-colored yarn to the correct side (front with a dcib, the B-colored yarn will be dropped
or back) before working a row. The B-colored yarn to the back. The A-colored layer is always worked
is dropped to the back (Figure 2) or front (Figure first followed by the B-colored layer, regardless of
3) based on the first B-colored stitch in this new which layer is on top.

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 STEP FIVE: FINISHING YOUR
DESIGN PANELS POINTS TO REMEMBER
When completing a panel (whether it is a • Untwist your yarn skeins. Since you will be
single panel for a purse or just one of many working with two yarns and turning the
panels for an afghan), be sure to pay attention entire fabric after each row, you must
that the design is complete and balanced. periodically untwist the two skeins. You
In some cases, the last row of the panel could also use a container designed for
needs to match the first row. Check both sides working with several skeins at the same
of the panel to be sure that each side has a time. You will have to turn the container
balanced design. This may require adding one after each row (A and B) is complete.
more row (usually of plain filet mesh) on the
A-colored side only. If the last row worked was • The A layer is always one box larger than
a WS row, work the A-colored row on the RS the B layer.
with a row of dcif to complete the panel. If the
last row worked was a RS row, work the A- • When you put aside one yarn to work with
colored row on the WS with a dcib to complete the other, pull up a large loop in the last
the panel. stitch you make. That way it won’t pull out
Other times, the panel needs to end after and unravel your stitches by accident.
the design has been through a complete cycle
before finishing. Remember to check both • Pay careful attention to the instructions
sides of the panel to be sure each side has a concerning whether yarn B should be
balanced design. dropped to the front or the back of the
work. If you don’t, your edges may not
STEP SIX: ADDING BORDERS look right.

AND UNITING THE TWO LAYERS • Only work into A stitches with the A yarn
Do not fasten off after working the last row of and B stitches with the B yarn.
interlocking. The edging rounds can be worked
directly, using the same strands of yarn. The • Be careful not to encase the layers of fabric
final step for most interlocking panels is uniting within your stitches. Yarn over before insert-
the edges. The outer edges of both layers are ing your hook through the next window to
crocheted together to join the layers together avoid this problem.
and create an attractive edge. Before working a
uniting round, edging may be worked around • Every B stitch has a corresponding window
the outer edges of each layer to ensure the edges in the A fabric.
of the layers reach approximately the same
height. Before edging, the WS layer is usually • Pull stitches through a window or away
a little bit smaller than the RS layer because it from the fabric to make them easier
has fewer boxes in each row, and at least one to work.
less row. Accordingly, the edging for the WS
layer is usually worked using a taller stitch (for • Always work both the A and B layers before
example, hdc), than the edging for the RS layer turning and continuing to the next row.
(for example, sc). You now have a complete
reversible fabric panel. • The side with A on top is the right side (RS).

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 THE STITCHES
FILET MESH
To crochet a basic filet mesh, work a foundation
chain that is a multiple of 2 chains + 4. Multiples
of 2 chains + 4 include 14, 16, 18, 20, etc. All
of the projects in this book give the length of the
foundation chain needed.
Row 1: Dc in 6th ch from hook, *ch 1, skip next
ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * across.
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as first dc, and ch-1 sp), dc
in next dc, *ch 1, skip next ch-1 sp, dc in next dc;
repeat from * across to the turning ch, ch 1, dc in
the 3rd ch of the turning ch.
Repeat Row 2 to continue a filet mesh pattern.

DCIB (DOUBLE CROCHET IN BACK)

Step 1: Begin the dcib Step 2: Position the A-mesh Step 3: Finish the dcib
Yarn over, place the hook behind the Pull the loops of the A-mesh dc into Complete the dcib as you would a
B-colored filet mesh and, passing which you just inserted the hook normal dc: Yarn over and pull up
the hook through the corresponding through the B-mesh window and a loop. Yarn over and pull through
B-mesh window, insert the hook into to the back of the work to make next 2 loops on hook. Yarn over and
the top 2 loops of the A-colored working the rest of the dcib easier. pull through the remaining 2 loops,
filet dc. completing the Row A dcib.

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 DCIF (DOUBLE CROCHET IN FRONT)

Step 1: Begin the dcif Step 2: Position the mesh Step 3: Finish the dcif
When you are working a dcif through Place the hook in front of the filet Complete the dcif as you would a
a window, the top of the dc into mesh not in use (green) and, passing normal dc: Yarn over and pull up a
which you are working next (pink) the hook through the window loop. Yarn over and pull through the
will appear through the window of that corresponds to the dc you are next 2 loops on the hook. Yarn over
the mesh you are not working with working into, insert the hook into the and pull through the remaining 2
(green). Here, you are working with top 2 loops of the dc (pink), pulling it loops, completing the dcif.
the pink mesh while the green mesh forward through the window.
frames the dcs you are using. Yarn
over and position the top of the next
dc clearly in its window.

FPDCIF AND BPDCIB (FRONT POST DCIF AND BACK POST DCIB)
The FPdcif (shown) is worked
the same as a dcif except that the
hook is inserted behind the post
of the stitch from the previous
row instead of through the top
two loops.
The BPdcif (not shown) is
exactly the same as the FPdcif,
only it is worked around a post
at the back of the fabric.
Working post stitches may
require gripping the stitch being Step 1: Begin the FPdcif Step 2: Finish the FPdcif
worked and drawing it to the Yarn over, bring the hook in front of Work the rest of the front post stitch
front or back of the work to the other layer and behind the post as you would a normal dc: Yarn over
make it easier to insert the hook of the next dc from right to left. and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull
around the post. through 2 loops, yarn over and pull
through 2 loops, completing the dc.

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 UNITING BORDER STITCH

Step 1: Complete initial borders on both layers Step 2: Begin sc to unite edges
When you complete a project, you will have a fabric with The pattern instructions will indicate which yarn to work
2 interlocking layers that are not yet joined at the edges. with when uniting the layers as well as where to begin.
Follow the project instructions to work the separate Here we’re working with the B yarn and the RS facing as
borders on each of the 2 layers. we stitch.
Make an sc through both layers at the same time to
unite them. Insert the hook through the back loop only
of the A-colored edge stitches and the front loop only of
the B-colored edge stitches.

Step 3: YO and pull through both edge loops Step 4: Complete the sc
Yarn over and pull through both the A back loop and the Complete the sc as you would a normal sc by yarning
B front loop. You have 2 loops left on hook. over and pulling through the remaining 2 loops. The sc
edge stitch is complete.
Note: There are always more stitches in the A layer
than the B layer. To ensure an even border, occasionally
work 2 sc into the same stitch of the B-layer, but different
sts of the A layer. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

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 MATERIALS AND CROCHET STANDARDS
YARN
Since you’ll create a double thick fabric, use a STANDARD CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS
soft yarn for baby blankets, scarves and afghans.
A, B, C, etc. Color A, Color B, Color C, etc.
A knitted worsted weight or sport weight yarn
ch(s) chain(s)
in acrylic, alpaca, silk or lightweight wool
dec decrease
will work well for these projects. For projects
dc double crochet
requiring a more substantial fabric (purses and
dtr double treble crochet
rugs, for example), you can use a heavier or
hdc half double crochet
less flexible yarn or thread. Wools, silk, cotton
inc increase
or nylon work well for these items. It is best to
rnd(s) round(s)
use a smooth, plain yarn. Decorative yarns can
sc single crochet
easily become tangled and knotted since you
sk skip
work each row twice.
sl slip
Don’t use colors that are too similar (such as
sp(s) space(s)
cream and light yellow). They will be difficult to
st(s) stitch(es)
see because it is hard to differentiate between
tr treble crochet
the yarns as you work each row twice. It is also
yo yarn over
best to use strongly contrasting colors for the
design to show well.
* or ** repeat whatever follows the *
or ** as indicated
HOOKS [] work directions in brackets the
number of times indicated
Use a crochet hook that allows you to work a
loose stitch. You may have to try a hook that is
one size larger than the yarn requires to be sure
your stitches and boxes are easy to work through.

OTHER MATERIALS
To hold the loop of yarn that is dropped
while working on the other row, a stitch holder
may be used; you can also simply elongate
the dropped loop to be sure the yarn doesn’t
unravel while you are working on the other row.
To weave in ends, use a yarn needle or a
smaller crochet hook.

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 YARN WEIGHT GUIDELINES
Since the names given to different weights of yarn can vary widely depending on the country
of origin or the yarn manufacturer’s preference, the Craft Yarn Council of America has put
together a standard yarn weight system to impose a bit of order on the sometimes unruly
yarn labels. Look for a picture of a skein of yarn with a number 0–6 on most kinds of
yarn to figure out its “official” weight. The information in the chart below is taken from
www.yarnstandards.com.

Super Bulky (6) Bulky (5) Medium (4) Light (3) Fine (2) Superfine (1) Lace (0)

Weight
fingering,
super-chunky, chunky, craft, worsted, light worsted, sport, baby, sock, fingering,
10-count
bulky, roving rug afghan, aran DK 4ply 2ply, 3ply
crochet thread

Crochet Gauge
Range* 5–9 sts 8–11 sts 11–14 sts 12–17 sts 16–20 sts 21–32 sts 32–42 sts

Steel*** 6,
K–10 1⁄2 to I–9 to
7 to I–9 E–4 to 7 B–1 to E–4 7, 8
Recommended M–13 and larger M–13 K–10 1⁄2
(4.5mm– (3.5mm– (2.25mm– Regular hook
Hook Range** (9mm and larger) (6.5mm– (5.5mm–
5.5mm) 4.5mm) 3.5mm) B–1 (1.4mm–
9mm) 6.5mm)
2.25mm)

Notes: * Gauge (tension) is measured over

4in/10cm in single crochet (except for
Lace [0], which is worked in double
crochet)
CROCHET HOOK CONVERSIONS
** US hook sizes are given first, with UK
diameter (mm) US size
equivalents in parentheses
*** Steel crochet hooks are sized differ- 2.25 B/1
ently from regular hooks—the higher the 2.75 C/2
number, the smaller the hook, which is 3.25 D/3
the reverse of regular hook sizing 3.5 E/4
3.75 F/5
SUBSTITUTING YARNS 4 G/6
If you substitute yarn, be sure to select a 5 H/8
yarn of the same weight as the yarn recom- 5.5 I/9
mended for the project. Even after checking 6 J/10
that the recommended gauge on the yarn 6.5 K/10½
you plan to substitute is the same as for the 8 L/11
yarn listed in the pattern, make sure to crochet 9 M/13, N/13
a swatch to ensure that the yarn and hook 10 N/15, P/15
you are using will produce the correct gauge. 15 P/Q
16 Q
19 S

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 SECTION 2

STITCH LIBRARY
You’ll notice the interlocking crochet stitches in this library are divided into
two sections: Single Designs and Double Designs.
Single designs are reversible, having the same pattern on both sides.
However, this doesn’t mean they are boring. They are great for your first
interlocking project as you become comfortable with this technique. Single
designs work well in baby blankets and as panels in a larger afghan. One of
my favorites is the Zigzag stitch (page 23). It’s deceptively simple, but still
manages to pack a dramatic punch wherever it’s used.
Double designs are reversible with a different design on each side. Some
designs like Waves—Light on Dark/Dark on Light (page 52) and Ladders—Light
on Dark/Dark on Light (page 76) are mirror images with a predominant color (A)
and a secondary color (B) on one side. The other side has the same design, but the
colors are switched. The B color becomes the dominant one, and A becomes the
secondary color.
Most double designs have two completely different patterns on each side, such
as Checkerboard/Starry Sky (page 80) or Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag
(page 38). These provide an added surprise to any purse, scarf or afghan you
crochet with one of these patterns. These may appear more difficult, but once
you follow the instructions they will become just as easy to execute as the single
design stitches.

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 SINGLE DESIGNS
SINGLE DESIGN 1:
PLAIN FILET MESH

Note

Plain Filet Mesh is used as a divider stitch

between other designs. Each row is
worked only on one side of the fabric.
Do not interlock these stitches.

SIDE 1
Color A creates the filet mesh, Color B is only
visible through the open spaces. (On Side 2,
Color B creates the filet mesh, Color A is only
visible through the open spaces.)

This pattern works evenly over any number of Drop B to back.

A-colored boxes (minimum 2 A-colored boxes). Row 1A (RS): Ch 4 (counts as first dc, and ch-1
sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of Row 1B (RS): Ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
filet mesh, set aside. in next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Turn the entire piece.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Drop B to front.
Row 2A (WS): Ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored in next dc; repeat from * across.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): Ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left next dc; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 2:
ZIGZAG

Note

On the right side of the fabric, the

zigzags travel from the top left corner
down to the bottom right corner. On
the wrong side, the zigzags travel from
the bottom left to the top right.

SIDE 1
Colors A and B both create a zigzag pattern.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to front.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
mesh, set aside. from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the from * across.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc,
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc,
ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 3:
CASTLE TOP

SIDES 1 AND 2
Colors A and B both create a notched edging
resembling the edge along the top of a castle.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc,
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc; repeat from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
filet mesh, set aside. dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation across.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Turn the entire piece.
mesh, set aside.
Drop Color B to back.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
edge if you are left-handed). 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 4:
ABSTRACT

Note

On the right side of the fabric, the

abstract figures point to the left as
shown here. On the wrong side, the
abstract figures point to the right.

Turn the entire piece.

SIDE 1
Colors A and B both create an abstract design. Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
This interlocking pattern works evenly over a 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to
last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
filet mesh, set aside. twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation in next dc] twice.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Turn the entire piece.
mesh, set aside.
Drop Color B to back.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 2
edge if you are left-handed). dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, Turn the entire piece.
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until piece is desired length.
dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 5: Turn the entire piece.
DIAMONDS
Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
SIDES 1 AND 2
times; repeat from * across to last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcib
Colors A and B both create diamonds. in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Turn the entire piece.
multiple of 6 + 1 A-colored boxes.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.

ch that is a multiple of 12 sts + 6. Work Row 1 of Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
filet mesh, set aside. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet next dc] 3 times.
mesh, set aside. Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
1, dcib in the next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the last 4 dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dc] 3 times.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, Drop Color B to front.
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch dcif in next dc,*ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in
1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc,
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times.

Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to back. SINGLE DESIGN 6:
Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch ROWS
1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from *
across to last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times.
Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
*[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last 5
dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] twice.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
*[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] twice; repeat from * across. SIDES 1 AND 2
Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch Colors A and B both create rows.
1, dcib in the next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcif in next
dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * This interlocking pattern works evenly over any
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. number of A-colored boxes (minimum 2 A-colored
boxes).
Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 2 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
Repeat Rows 2–7 until piece is desired length.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored

layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed).

Drop Color B to front.

Row 1A: With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and ch-1
sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across.
Row 1B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Row 1 until piece is desired length.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 7:
DOUBLE ZIGZAG

Note

On the right side of the fabric, the

zigzags travel from the top left corner
down to the bottom right corner. On
the wrong side, the zigzags travel from
the bottom left to the top right.

SIDE 1
Colors A and B both create a double
zigzag pattern.
This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to front.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
edge if you are left handed). dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, Turn the entire piece.
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next
dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
* across to last 3 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 8:
BARGELLO

SIDES 1 AND 2
Colors A and B both create a bargello pattern.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc] twice.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to back.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif
edge if you are left-handed). in next dc] twice.

Drop Color B to front. Turn the entire piece.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc,
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 9:
TRIPLE ZIGZAG

Note

On the right side of the fabric, the

zigzags travel from the top right
corner down to the bottom left corner.
On the wrong side, the zigzags travel
from the bottom right to the top left.

SIDE 1
Colors A and B both create a triple
zigzag pattern.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 6 + 2 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation times; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcib
ch that is a multiple of 12 sts + 8. Work Row 1 of in next dc] twice.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to back.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
edge if you are left-handed). times; repeat from * across.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc,
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
*[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next
dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.

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 SINGLE DESIGN 10: Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif
MOUNTAINS in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
dcib in last dc.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc,
ch 1, dcif in last dc.

Turn the entire piece.

SIDES 1 AND 2 Row 3A and Row 3B (RS): Repeat Row 2A and

Colors A and B both create an abstract Row 2B.
pattern of mountains.
Turn the entire piece.
This interlocking pattern works evenly over a
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. Row 4A and Row 4B (WS): Repeat Row 1A and
Row 1B.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Row 5A and Row 5B (RS): Repeat Row 1A and
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 1B.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Repeat Rows 2–5 until piece is desired length.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed).

Drop Color B to back.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc,
and ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc,
ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS
DOUBLE DESIGNS 1 & 2:
ROWS/COLUMNS

SIDE 1 (RS): ROWS SIDE 2 (WS): COLUMNS

Both Colors A and B create rows. Both Colors A and B create columns.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to back.

multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc;
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation repeat from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
filet mesh, set aside. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Turn the entire piece.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to front.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 3 & 4:
GRID/DOUBLE AND SINGLE COLUMNS

SIDE 1 (RS): GRID SIDE 2 (WS): DOUBLE AND SINGLE COLUMNS

Color A creates the grid outline; Color B Color A creates the single columns; Color B
creates the grid fill. creates the double columns.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
Drop Color B to front.
filet mesh, set aside.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1 dcif in next dc; repeat from
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
* across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside.
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
Turn the entire piece.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
edge if you are left-handed).

Drop Color B to back.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc,
ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 5 & 6:
SQUARES/CROSSES

SIDE 1 (RS): SQUARES SIDE 2 (WS): CROSSES

Color A creates the inner squares; Color B Color A creates the background; Color B
creates the outline. creates the crosses.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 3 + 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc;
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation repeat from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 6 sts + 8, allowing for an Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
extra box at each end of the panel for the border. dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Work Row 1 of filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to back.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice;
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to front. Drop Color B to front.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in the next dc] twice;
dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat repeat from * across.
from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Drop Color B to back. Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc;
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice;
repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.

PATTERN TIPS

The geometric shapes of the Squares/Crosses pattern make it a simple, bold

design. It reminds me of children’s nurseries, where blocks and toys with
such shapes abound. The design would be perfect for making a baby’s
blanket or girl’s purse. Use extra soft acrylic or cotton in bright primary
colors to stimulate a baby’s imagination, or use two contrasting pastels to
create a gift any little lady would love.
Combine Squares/Crosses with other simple, bold designs such as Asterisks/
Inkblots (page 68) or single designs Zigzag (page 23) and Diamonds (page
26) to crochet a beautiful two- or three-panel baby blanket, rug and baby
carryall, creating a matched set for your own nursery or a wonderful baby
shower gift package.
The instructions center the design horizontally; however, you will need to
add one Row A of plain filet mesh so the design will be vertically
symmetrical and ready for uniting the edges of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 7 & 8:
DOUBLE COLUMNS/FEATHERED SPINES

SIDE 1 (RS): DOUBLE COLUMNS SIDE 2 (WS): FEATHERED SPINES

Both Colors A and B create double columns. Both Colors A and B create feathered spines.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 3 + 1 A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dcib in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 6 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to front.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1 dcib in next dc] twice;
mesh, set aside. repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch1, dcib in
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dcif in last dc.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 9 & 10:
LATTICE COLUMNS/LATTICE ROWS

SIDE 1 (RS): LATTICE COLUMNS SIDE 2 (WS): LATTICE ROWS

Color A creates the lattice columns outline; Color A creates the centers; Color B creates the
Color B creates the centers. lattice rows outline.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4, allowing for a Turn the entire piece.
border at each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to front.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Turn the entire piece.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

Drop Color B to back.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc;
repeat from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 11 & 12:
CATHEDRAL WINDOWS/FLORENTINE ZIGZAG

SIDE 1 (RS): CATHEDRAL WINDOWS SIDE 2 (WS): FLORENTINE ZIGZAG

Color A creates the outline of the cathedral Color A creates the three-prong forks; Color B
windows; Color B creates the inner window. creates the zigzag outline.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next st] twice, [ch 1,
dcif in next st] twice; repeat from * across to last
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to back.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *dcif
mesh, set aside. in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
edge if you are left-handed). dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] Drop Color B to back.
twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
3 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to last 2 dc,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
Turn the entire piece. dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

Drop Color B to front. Turn the entire piece.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last 2 dc,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front. Repeat Rows 1–6 until piece is desired length.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in
next dc; repeat from * across.

PATTERN TIPS

Cathedral Windows reminded me of stained glass windows found in medieval

churches. Florentine Zigzag had the look of needlework and tapestries hanging
on castle walls of that same era. Worked in rich colors of cotton or acrylic, create
an everyday tote or use a shimmering nylon for a chic evening bag.
Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag combines well with other designs such as
Zigzag (page 23), Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks (page 56), Woven Ribbons/Woven
Vertical Stripes (page 73) or Sidewinder/Looped Lasso and Stripes (page 64). Use
these to crochet an exquisite afghan.
The design does require an additional Row A of plain filet mesh to finish the panel
so it’s vertically symmetrical and ready for uniting the edges of both layers.
For an unusual border: Work Rows 1–6 once at the beginning and end of your
afghan. Start and finish each border panel with a row of plain filet mesh, and
you’ll add a surprising detail to your project.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 13 & 14:
BUDS ON VINES/AMOEBAS

SIDE 1 (RS): BUDS ON VINES SIDE 2 (WS): AMOEBAS

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the amoebas; Color B creates
creates the buds and vines. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcib in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc]
mesh, set aside. twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from *
across to last 3 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcib in last dc.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left 1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times,
edge if you are left-handed). [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to
last 3 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc Turn the entire piece.
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc;
repeat from * across.

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 Drop Color B to front. Turn the entire piece.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; Drop Color B to front.
repeat from * across. Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to last
dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * 3 dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. twice.
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. [dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
Drop Color B to back. last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch
1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, Turn the entire piece.
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across
to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, Repeat Rows 2−5 until piece is desired length.
dcif in last dc.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from *
across to last 3 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
ch 1, dcib in last dc.

PATTERN TIPS

A requirement for me when experimenting with double-sided designs is

that both sides must have a distinct, pleasing pattern. However, I did
allow myself one “amoeba” design because I loved the Buds on Vines
design so much. Use the color of your favorite bloom to crochet the bud
and vine design on a leaf-colored background. Enhance the décor of
a young lady’s bedroom with a flower-covered bedspread and rug, or
crochet a light cotton cover-up and rug for a patio or sunroom.
Continue the theme by combining Buds on Vines/Amoebas with Diagonal
Rosebuds/Chain-Link Fence (page 81), Rosebuds on Lattice/Tread Tracks
(page 60) or Rosebuds Climbing an Arbor/Simple Plaid (page 77) to create
complementary panels in a garden-inspired afghan.
The design does require an additional Row A of plain filet mesh to finish
the panel so it’s vertically symmetrical and ready for uniting the edges of
both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 15 & 16:
HIEROGLYPHICS/PINWHEELS

SIDE 1 (RS): HIEROGLYPHICS SIDE 2 (WS): PINWHEELS

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the pinwheels; Color B creates
creates the hieroglyphics. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 5 + 2 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcib
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 8, allowing for an in next dc] twice.
extra box at the end of the panel for the border.
Work Row 1 of filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to front.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Drop Color B to back.
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1,
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
twice; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Drop Color B to front. Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

PATTERN TIPS

The name for the Pinwheels pattern came from the item I was trying to recreate—
an old-fashioned, whirling pinwheel. The surprise came with the pattern that
developed on the other side—hieroglyphics. This design resembled the ancient
writings on the walls of tombs or tablets found during archeological digs.
The pattern is symmetrical—horizontally and vertically—so it’s ready to work alone
or with other designs. I especially like to combine Hieroglyphics/Pinwheels with
designs that have an uncluttered, primitive look. An afghan with additional
panels of Hats and Dashes/Bird Tracks (page 44), Chevron—Light on Dark/Dark
on Light (page 47), Hills and Valleys/Thunderbirds (page 50) or Native American
Geometric Bands/Trees (page 74) has a Native American feel. Use soft acrylic or
wool yarn in black and red or black and cream to create an eye-catching blanket,
rug or wall hanging. Or, make a cotton oversized tote by crocheting several
designs in a series of stripes, and you’ll have a one-of-a-kind accessory.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 17 & 18:
HATS AND DASHES/BIRD TRACKS

SIDE 1 (RS): HATS AND DASHES SIDE 2 (WS): BIRD TRACKS

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the bird tracks; Color B
creates the hats and dashes. creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to front.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the 1, dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to
mesh, set aside. last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Turn the entire piece.
edge if you are left-handed).
Drop Color B to front.
Drop Color B to back. Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times;
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last 3 dc, ch 1, dcif in next
repeat from * across. dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1 Drop Color B to back.
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times;
dc, dcif in last dc. repeat from * across to last 3 dc, ch 1, dcib in next
dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
Turn the entire piece. Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Drop Color B to front. dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
1, dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to Turn the entire piece.
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch Drop Color B to back.
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 9A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Drop Color B to front. Row 9B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last Turn the entire piece.
dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, Drop Color B to back.
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, Row 10A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 1, dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Turn the entire piece. Row 10B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch
1, dcif in next dc *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch
Drop Color B to front. 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to
Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times;
repeat from * across to last 3 dc, ch 1, dcib in next Turn the entire piece.
dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch Drop Color B to back.
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 11A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times;
Turn the entire piece. repeat from * across to last 3 dc, ch 1, dcif in next
dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Drop Color B to back. Row 11B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last Turn the entire piece.
dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Repeat Rows 2−11 until piece is desired length.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 19 & 20:
FREEWAY/RUSH HOUR

SIDE 1 (RS): FREEWAY SIDE 2 (WS): RUSH HOUR

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the columns and double
creates the rows and dashes. dashes; Color B creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
multiple of 3 + 1 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 6 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Drop Color B to front.
filet mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcib in next dc] twice, dcif in next dc; repeat
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the from * across.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Turn the entire piece.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
edge if you are left-handed).

Drop Color B to back.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc;
repeat from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 21 & 22:
CHEVRON—LIGHT ON DARK/DARK ON LIGHT

SIDE 1 (RS): LIGHT ON DARK CHEVRON SIDE 2 (WS): DARK ON LIGHT CHEVRON
Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the chevron design; Color B
creates the chevron design. creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 13 + 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12
Note: The stacked chevrons of this pattern have times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
an area of filet mesh background above and below last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
them. Repeating Rows 5–8 of the stitch pattern Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
increases the number of stacked chevron stripes 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
between the background areas. twice; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 26 sts + 8, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Drop Color B to front.
filet mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 10 times,
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 9 times,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored to last 12 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to front.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 8 dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
in last dc. twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from *
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch across.
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 7 Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
next dc] twice; repeat from * across. dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
Turn the entire piece. *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in
Drop Color B to back. next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 3 dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
1, dcib in next dc] 6 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch Drop Color B to back.
1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in
next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch
3 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in last 1, dcib in last dc.
dc. Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
Turn the entire piece. twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Drop Color B to front. dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] Turn the entire piece.
twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, Drop Color B to back.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
1, dcif in last dc. dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from *
dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif across.
in next dc] twice; repeat from * across. Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
*[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next

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 dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in Drop Color B to front.
next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 3 dc, [ch [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in last dc. dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 7 times,
Turn the entire piece. [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
Rep Rows 5–8 until piece is about 5 boxes less across to last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times.
than desired length, ending with Row 7B. Next Row B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next
Drop Color B to front. dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 8 times, [ch 1,
ch 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif 5 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times.
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times;
repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Next Row B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc,
ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, Drop Color B to back
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next
twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib dc] 4 times, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1,
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, last 6 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 6 times.
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last Next Row B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
3 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times. [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 10 times, [ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last
6 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 6 times.
Drop Color B to back.
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, Turn the entire piece.
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in Drop Color B to front.
next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1,
across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times. dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 7
Next Row B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 7 times.
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] Next Row B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc,
twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc,
next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 6 times, [ch *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12 times, ch 1, dcib in next
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 dc; repeat from * across to last 7 dc, [ch 1, dcif in
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * next dc] 7 times. Fasten off B. Weave in all ends.
across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times.

Turn the entire piece.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 23 & 24:
HILLS AND VALLEYS/THUNDERBIRDS

SIDE 1 (RS): HILLS AND VALLEYS SIDE 2 (WS): THUNDERBIRDS

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the thunderbirds; Color B
creates the hills and valleys. creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation ch in last dc.
that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of filet mesh,
set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation ch
that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the A-colored Drop Color B to back.
foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
left-handed). next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1 dcib
in last dc.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1 Turn the entire piece.
sp), dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat Drop Color B to back.
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib
in next dc; repeat from * across. in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif
Turn the entire piece. in last dc.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color B to front.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Turn the entire piece. in next dc; repeat from * across.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color B to front.
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib Row 9A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 9B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Turn the entire piece. in next dc; repeat from * across.

Drop Color B to front. Turn the entire piece.

Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in Drop Color B to front.
next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, Row 10A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in last dc. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib Row 10B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif
in last dc. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Repeat Rows 1−10 until piece is desired length.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 25 & 26:
WAVES—LIGHT ON DARK/DARK ON LIGHT

SIDE 1 (RS): LIGHT ON DARK WAVES SIDE 2 (WS): DARK ON LIGHT WAVES
Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the wave; Color B creates
creates the wave. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
multiple of 7 + 5 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 14 sts, allowing for a
border on each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to front.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet across to last dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
mesh, set aside. Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from *
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to front.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; dcib in next dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
repeat from * across. times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from *
across. across.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to front.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc,
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcif in next
twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 6 times; repeat from *
twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in across.
next dc] twice; repeat from * across. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcif in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Drop Color B to back.
Turn the entire piece. Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Drop Color B to back. Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
[dcif in next dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Repeat Rows 2−7 until piece is desired length.

PATTERN TIPS

The name of this pattern obviously comes from the undulating movement of
the lines across the panel. Each side is a mirrored reflection of the other.
Waves is an excellent choice for crocheting a summer cotton tote in relaxing
beach colors. You could also use this pattern to wear your school’s colors in
an extra soft acrylic or alpaca scarf, perfect to show your support for your
favorite team.
Waves also works well with other designs that display contrasting movement,
such as Zigzag (page 23) and Rows/Columns (page 32). Use these to crochet
a dynamic blanket that will keep you cozy while attending those outdoor
sporting events.
This pattern begins and ends with a plain filet mesh row, making it vertically
symmetrical so it’s ready for uniting the edges of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 27 & 28:
MOUNTAIN BAND WITH BORDERS—LIGHT ON DARK/DARK ON LIGHT

SIDE 1 (RS): LIGHT ON DARK MOUNTAIN SIDE 2 (WS): DARK ON LIGHT MOUNTAIN
BAND WITH BORDERS BAND WITH BORDERS
Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the mountain band with dash
creates the mountain band with solid borders. borders; Color B creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 7 + 2 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 14 sts + 8, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Drop Color B to back.
filet mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcib in next dc] 6 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc;
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Turn the entire piece.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Drop Color B to front.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc;
repeat from * across.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, Drop Color B to front.
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to 1, dcib in next dc] twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc]
last 6 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from *
in next dc] 3 times. across to last 6 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times.
Turn the entire piece. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
Drop Color B to front. dcif in next dc] 6 times; repeat from * across to last
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 5 dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] times.
twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in
next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif Turn the entire piece.
in last dc.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch Drop Color B to back.
1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
twice; repeat from * across. Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, Drop Color B to front.
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
last 6 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib Turn the entire piece.
in next dc] 3 times.
Repeat Rows 1−8 until piece is desired length.
Turn the entire piece.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 29 & 30:
HONEYCOMB/RAILROAD TRACKS

SIDE 1 (RS): HONEYCOMB SIDE 2 (WS): RAILROAD TRACKS

Color A creates the outline; Color B creates Color A creates the railroad tracks; Color B
the squares. creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc,
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of ch 1, dcif in last dc.
filet mesh, set aside. Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Turn the entire piece.
mesh, set aside.
Drop Color B to front.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
edge if you are left-handed). Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.

PATTERN TIPS

The Honeycomb pattern was given its name because it resembles the
waxen cells where bees store their honey. Since I live in a “railroad
town,” I saw the image of railroad tracks running across the
reverse side.
Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks is an all-purpose design. It provides a nice
contrast with each side predominately featuring a different color. The
pattern is symmetrical—horizontally and vertically—so it’s ready for
uniting the edges of both layers.
This pattern works well alone, such as in an extra soft alpaca scarf, or
combined with other designs like Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag
(page 38), Rows/Columns (page 32) and Zigzag (page 23)—as in the
Panel-by-Panel Afghan (page 112). So no matter the project, Honey-
comb/Railroad Tracks is a great choice!

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 31 & 32:
POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH COLUMNS

SIDE 1 (RS): POST STITCH CHAINS SIDE 2 (WS): POST STITCH COLUMNS
Both Colors A and B create chain rows. Both Colors A and B create single columns.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over any Drop Color B to back.
number of A-colored boxes (minimum 2 A-colored Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
boxes). ch-1 sp), BPdcib around next dc, *ch 1, BPdcib
around next dc; repeat from * across.
Note: Post stitches are created by wrapping the Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib around next
hook around the post of the previous stitch in the dc, *ch 1, BPdcib around next dc; repeat from *
row below, instead of inserting the hook under across.
the top 2 loops (see page 16).
Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation
ch that is a multiple of 2 sts + 6. Work Row 1 of Drop Color B to front.
filet mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif around next
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation dc, *ch 1, FPdcif around next dc; repeat from *
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the across.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, FPdcif around next
mesh, set aside. dc, *ch 1, FPdcif around next dc; repeat from *
across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Turn the entire piece.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
edge if you are left-handed). Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 33 & 34:
CHAINS AND LATTICES/FEATHERED SPINES AND STRIPES

SIDE 1 (RS): CHAINS AND LATTICES SIDE 2 (WS): FEATHERED SPINES AND
Color A creates the outline of the dashed STRIPES
columns; Color B creates the chain columns Color A creates the feathered spines and
and dashes. stripes; Color B creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation in next dc] twice.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4, allowing for a
border on each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet Turn the entire piece.
mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
mesh, set aside. from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left in next dc] twice.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc,
ch 1, dcif in last dc.
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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 35 & 36:
ROSEBUDS ON LATTICE/TREAD TRACKS

SIDE 1 (RS): ROSEBUDS ON LATTICE SIDE 2 (WS): TREAD TRACKS

Color A creates the outlines; Color B creates Color A creates the tread tracks; Color B
the rosebuds and dashes. creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4, allowing for a twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif
border on each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet in next dc] twice.
mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to front.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 37 & 38:
GRECIAN PILLARS/LAZY H

SIDE 1 (RS): GRECIAN PILLARS SIDE 2 (WS): LAZY H

Color A creates the single stripes; Color B Color A creates the background; Color B
creates pillars and dots in the stripes. creates the lazy Hs.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to front.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the twice; repeat from * across.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Turn the entire piece.
edge if you are left-handed).
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 39 & 40:
TRADITIONAL GRANNY SQUARES/LACY GRANNY
SQUARES WITH CENTER STAR

SIDE 1 (RS): TRADITIONAL GRANNY SIDE 2 (WS): LACY GRANNY SQUARES

SQUARES WITH CENTER STAR
Color A creates the center squares and Color A creates the larger square; Color B
borders; Color B creates the larger squares. creates the wavy borders and center stars.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to back.

multiple of 6 + 1 A-colored boxes plus 1 extra box Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
for border. ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation across.
ch that is a multiple of 12 sts + 6, allowing for a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of dcif in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
filet mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Turn the entire piece.
mesh, set aside.
Drop Color B to front.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left twice; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed). Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
1, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch
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 Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.

Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
from * across. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
dcib in last dc. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to front.

Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Drop Color B to front. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
twice; repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch Turn the entire piece.
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

PATTERN TIPS

These two Granny Square designs resemble the various types of traditional
granny squares so popular today. You can use these designs anywhere a
traditional granny square pattern may be employed. They work great in a
baby blanket made with extra soft acrylic in traditional baby colors and then
combined with a matching baby carryall for a fantastic shower gift package.
Crochet an afghan with acrylic or wool in bold colors for a more traditional
granny square look. Create a scarf in extra soft alpaca or cotton pastels to wrap
around some lucky young lady’s neck (or your own, for that matter).
The pattern is so distinctive I tend to use it alone. However, you could team it
with other designs that complement the look you desire, whether it’s items to
decorate your baby’s nursery or a family room.
The pattern begins and ends with a plain filet mesh row so it’s vertically
symmetrical and ready for uniting the edges of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 41 & 42:
SIDEWINDER/LOOPED LASSO AND STRIPES

SIDE 1 (RS): SIDEWINDER SIDE 2 (WS): LOOPED LASSO AND STRIPES

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the background; Color B
creates the sidewinder. creates the looped lasso and stripes.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to front.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
mesh, set aside. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc;
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dc] 4 times.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next
dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat
from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 43 & 44:
BRICK WALL/BRIC-A-BRAC

SIDE 1 (RS): BRICK WALL SIDE 2 (WS): BRIC-A-BRAC

Color A creates the mortar; Color B creates Color A creates the background; Color B
the bricks. creates the bric-a-brac.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
multiple of 2 + 2 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
ch that is a multiple of 4 sts + 8. Work Row 1 of 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to front.
mesh, set aside. Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left in next dc; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Drop Color B to front.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
ch 1, dcif in last dc. across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front. Repeat Rows 1−4 until piece is desired length.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 45 & 46:
HORIZONTAL MOORISH LATTICE/VERTICAL MOORISH LATTICE

SIDE 1 (RS): HORIZONTAL MOORISH SIDE 2 (WS): VERTICAL MOORISH

LATTICE LATTICE
Color A creates the horizontal rectangles; Color A creates the background and centers;
Color B creates the background and centers. Color B creates the vertical rectangles.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
Drop Color B to front.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
mesh, set aside.
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc,
ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 Drop Color B to front. Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in the next dc] twice;
1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, Turn the entire piece.
dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat
from * across. Drop Color B to back.
Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Turn the entire piece. 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc;
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Drop Color B to back. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice;
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

PATTERN TIPS

Horizontal Moorish Lattice/Vertical Moorish Lattice was named for the lacy
latticework artisans created for beautiful Moorish buildings. This design
suggests an exotic elegance appropriate for an evening clutch in rich,
shimmering nylon like the Reversible Envelope Evening Bag (page 100).
It also works well with panels of other substantial designs such as the
Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag (page 38) or single designs Bargello
(page 29) and Mountains (page 31) to make a bedspread or rug from
acrylic or wool. Crocheted in heavy cotton, Horizontal Moorish Lattice/
Vertical Moorish Lattice would create a large tote resembling an expensive
tapestry carpetbag.
The design does require an additional Row A of plain filet mesh to finish the
panel, making it vertically symmetrical so it’s ready for uniting the edges
of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 47 & 48:
ASTERISKS/INKBLOTS

SIDE 1 (RS): ASTERISKS SIDE 2 (WS): INKBLOTS

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the inkblots; Color B creates
creates the asterisks. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to back.

multiple of 7 + 1 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
ch that is a multiple of 14 sts + 6, allowing for a 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across.
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
filet mesh, set aside. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last 5
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next
mesh, set aside. dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Turn the entire piece.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
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 Drop Color B to front. Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
twice; repeat from * across. 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
1, dcif in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to
last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in Turn the entire piece
next dc] 3 times.
Drop Color B to back.
Turn the entire piece. Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, from * across.
dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 6 times; repeat from * across to last dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
5 dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4
times. Turn the entire piece.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcib in next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
last 5 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
next dc] 3 times. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 49 & 50:
BASKETWEAVE/ELONGATED BASKETWEAVE

SIDE 1 (RS): BASKETWEAVE SIDE 2 (WS): ELONGATED BASKETWEAVE

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the elongated basketweave
creates the basketweave design. design; Color B creates the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
mesh, set aside. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Drop Color B to back.
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
across.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice. in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front. Drop Color B to front.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
twice; repeat from * across. Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib
times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Drop Color B to back. Row 9A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across.
twice; repeat from * across. Row 9B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] Row 10A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc,
twice; repeat from * across. *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch dc] twice; repeat from * across.
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 Row 10B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Repeat Rows 1−10 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 51 & 52:
ELONGATED CIRCLES/STRIPES AND DOUBLE CHAINS

SIDE 1 (RS): ELONGATED CIRCLES SIDE 2 (WS): STRIPES AND DOUBLE CHAINS
Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the background; Color B creates
creates the elongated circles. the stripes and double chains.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored box. across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
border at each end of panel. Work Row 1 of filet across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Turn the entire piece.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to front.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the twice; repeat from * across.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
edge if you are left-handed). 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 53 & 54:
WOVEN RIBBONS/WOVEN VERTICAL STRIPES

SIDE 1 (RS): WOVEN RIBBONS SIDE 2 (WS): WOVEN VERTICAL STRIPES

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the woven vertical stripes;
creates the woven ribbons. Color B is the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to front.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times;
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet repeat from * across to last 3 dc, ch 1, dcib in next
mesh, set aside. dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Turn the entire piece.
edge if you are left-handed).
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
3 times; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif
in last dc.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 55 & 56:
NATIVE AMERICAN GEOMETRIC BANDS/TREES

SIDE 1 (RS): NATIVE AMERICAN SIDE 2 (WS): TREES

GEOMETRIC BANDS Color A creates the trees; Color B creates
Color A creates the geometric design; Color B the background.
creates the band background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to back.

multiple of 5 + 2 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc;
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation repeat from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 8, allowing for a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Drop Color B to back.
mesh, set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left twice; repeat from * across.
edge if you are left-handed).
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 Drop Color B to front. Drop Color B to front.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1 dcif in next dc] 4 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to back.

Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, Turn the entire piece.
dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, Drop Color B to front.
ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times. Row 8A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece. Row 8B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch Turn the entire piece.
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Repeat Rows 1−8 until piece is desired length.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 57 & 58:
LADDERS—LIGHT ON DARK/DARK ON LIGHT

SIDE 1 (RS): LIGHT ON DARK LADDERS SIDE 2 (WS): DARK ON LIGHT LADDERS
Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the ladders; Color B creates
creates the ladders. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored box. 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcib
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
mesh, set aside. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the times; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, [ch 1, dcif
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
and ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next
dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat
from * across.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 59 & 60:
ROSEBUDS CLIMBING AN ARBOR/SIMPLE PLAID

SIDE 1 (RS): ROSEBUDS CLIMBING SIDE 2 (WS): SIMPLE PLAID

AN ARBOR Color A creates the plaid lines; Color B creates
Color A creates the arbor; Color B the background.
creates the rosebuds and dashes.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
multiple of 4 plus two A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Turn the entire piece.

ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 8, allowing for roses
on both ends of panel. Work Row 1 of filet mesh, Drop Color B to front.
set aside. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc;
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Turn the entire piece.
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece is desired length.
edge if you are left-handed).

Drop Color B to front.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 61 & 62:
RUNNING MAN/SANDSTORM

SIDE 1 (RS): RUNNING MAN SIDE 2 (WS): SANDSTORM

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the background; Color B
creates the running man. creates the sandstorm.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of
filet mesh, set aside. Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to front.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
edge if you are left-handed). dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

Drop Color B to back. Turn the entire piece.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
ch 1, dcif in last dc. dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front. Drop Color B to back.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

PATTERN TIPS

Running Man was named because it resembles a series of men in

outline running together. The reverse side reminded my friend
Tanya of raging waves of sand during a sandstorm.
Running Man/Sandstorm creates a dense, tapestry-like fabric. It can
be used alone to create an eye-catching, everyday carryall worked
in dark, rich colors of nylon or cotton. Add panels of other dense
designs such as Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag (page 38) or
Horizontal Moorish Lattice/Vertical Moorish Lattice (page 66) to
make an extra warm afghan.
The pattern is symmetrical—horizontally and vertically—so it’s ready
for uniting the edges of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 63 & 64:
CHECKERBOARD/STARRY SKY

SIDE 1 (RS): CHECKERBOARD SIDE 2 (WS): STARRY SKY

Color A creates the background; Color B Color A creates the stars; Color B creates
creates the checkerboard squares. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 4 + 2 A-colored boxes. Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc;
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 8. Work Row 1 of Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
filet mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Turn the entire piece.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
Drop Color B to back.
mesh, set aside.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
edge if you are left-handed). 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Turn the entire piece.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3
Drop Color B to front.
times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch
last dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc.
1, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across.
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
repeat from * across.
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1−4 until piece is desired length.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 65 & 66:
DIAGONAL ROSEBUDS/CHAIN-LINK FENCE

SIDE 1 (RS): DIAGONAL ROSEBUDS SIDE 2 (WS): CHAIN-LINK FENCE

Color A creates the outlines; Color B creates Color A creates the fence; Color B creates
the rosebuds and dashes. the background.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
multiple of 4 A-colored boxes. 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
ch that is a multiple of 8 sts + 4. Work Row 1 of 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
filet mesh, set aside.
Turn the entire piece.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Drop Color B to front.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
mesh, set aside. 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left
repeat from * across to last 2 dc [ch 1, dcib in next
edge if you are left-handed).
dc] twice.
Drop Color B to back.
Turn the entire piece.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
ch 1, dcif in last dc. 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
twice; repeat from * across to last 2 dc [ch 1, dcif 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
in next dc] twice.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Repeat Rows 1−4 until piece is desired length.
Drop Color B to front.
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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 67 & 68:
PLAID COLUMNS/8S AND TRIPLE STRIPED PLAID

SIDE 1 (RS): PLAID COLUMNS SIDE 2 (WS): 8S AND TRIPLE STRIPED

Color A creates the stripes; Color B creates PLAID
the background. Color A creates the background and triple
stripes; Color B creates the 8s.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
multiple of 5 + 1 A-colored box. across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
ch that is a multiple of 10 sts + 6, allowing for a
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Turn the entire piece.
filet mesh, set aside.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation Drop Color B to back.
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
mesh, set aside. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc,
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
edge if you are left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and Drop Color B to front.
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.

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 Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch dcib in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.

Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across. twice; repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 4 times; repeat from * across
Turn the entire piece. to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Drop Color B to front. Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.

PATTERN TIPS

Plaid Columns/8s and Triple Striped Plaid is reminiscent of the various

tartan plaids associated with the Scottish Highlands. These plaids bring
to mind the deep winter colors and soft, warm wools of kilts. Use
traditional colors such as dark green, red or navy in soft acrylic or wool
to create an afghan just right for a man’s study. Or crochet a scarf—in
fact, make it extra wide so you’ll have a stole to drape over your
shoulders for the perfect fall cover-up.
Work Plaid Columns/8s and Triple Striped Plaid alone or combine it
with other plaid designs such as Woven Plaid/Crazy 8s (page 84) and
Basketweave/Elongated Basketweave (page 70) to crochet a truly
unique blanket.
Just be sure the design is complete before adding one Row A of plain filet
mesh to end the panel, making it vertically symmetrical. Then you are
ready to unite the edges of both layers.

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 DOUBLE DESIGNS 69 & 70:
WOVEN PLAID/CRAZY 8S

SIDE 1 (RS): WOVEN PLAID SIDE 2 (WS): CRAZY 8S

Color A creates the plaid stripes; Color B Color A creates the plaid stripes; Color B
creates the background. creates the background and Crazy 8s.

This interlocking pattern works evenly over a Drop Color B to front.

multiple of 8 + 5 A-colored boxes. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc]
Foundation Row A: With A, work a foundation twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
ch that is a multiple of 16 sts + 14, allowing for a across.
border on each end of the panel. Work Row 1 of Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
filet mesh, set aside. dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, work a foundation
ch that is 2 chains shorter than the length of the Turn the entire piece.
A-colored foundation chain. Work Row 1 of filet
mesh, set aside. Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
layer, with the working yarn of both pieces at the twice; repeat from * across.
same edge (right edge if you are right-handed, left Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
edge if you are left-handed). dcif in next dc] 6 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcif in next dc] 7 times; repeat from * across, to
last 5 dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next
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 Turn the entire piece. Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 6 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch
Drop Color B to back. 1, dcib in next dc] 7 times; repeat from * across to
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, last 5 dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, dc] 4 times.
*[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 6 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
dc] twice; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch Drop Color B to front.
1, dcib in next dc] 7 times; repeat from * across to Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 6 times, [ch 1, dcib in
Turn the entire piece. next dc] twice; repeat from * across.
Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch
Drop Color B to back. 1, dcif in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 7 times; repeat from * across to
1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
twice; repeat from * across.
Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch Turn the entire piece.
1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Repeat Rows 1−6 until piece is desired length.
Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice; repeat from * across.

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 SECTION 3

PROJECTS
With everyone leading such busy lives these days, it’s great to crochet
two items in half the time. And that’s the beauty of interlocking crochet
reversible projects: you crochet two purses or two scarves at the same time.
One of my favorite things to do is experiment with purse patterns.
Whether it’s a casual carryall or a classic business tote, simply pick a
double-sided design and crochet two panels. It’s a portable projects, so
you can carry it with you and the unique construction makes it easy to
put together. The crocheted seams mean no sewing, while a double-thick
bottom requires no lining. Just turn it inside out, and you have a new purse.
I also enjoy crocheting baby blankets. Simply choose three double
designs and separate the three panels with filet mesh dividers in that side’s
dominant color. Watch the surprised look on the faces of friends and family
when you turn the blanket over and now have one in a different color with
three new designs.
Once you’re comfortable using interlocking crochet techniques, try
creating your own projects, including household items. Change the look of
a bedroom by flipping over a bedspread and area rug. Or, change the mood
of your breakfast table with reversible placemats crocheted in bright cotton
or shiny nylon yarn.
Explore the possibilities!

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 AUTUMN WOODS SCARF
This luxurious, reversible scarf makes a strong fashion statement when added to any
winter outfit. Crocheted from worsted weight 100 percent alpaca, it’s warm as well as
incredibly soft. One side has pumpkin squares peeking through an eggplant background.
The other side is predominately pumpkin with eggplant tracks running the length of the
scarf. Make it extra long and wrap it around your neck several times to keep out the cold
wind, or let it drape loosely for a sophisticated pop of color.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
4 balls Misti Alpaca
Worsted (100% baby
alpaca, 1.75oz [50g],
109yd [100m]) in color
8934 Eggplant Melange (A)
3 balls Misti Alpaca Royal
(100% Baby Alpaca,
1.75oz [50g], 109yd
[100m]) in color 4517
Pumpkin (B)

HOOKS AND
NOTIONS
US J-10 (6mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks
(patterns 29 & 30, page 56)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
5½" × 74" (14cm ×
188cm)
Note: To adjust the length
of the scarf, work more
or fewer chains in the
foundation chains. For
each 10 chains reduced
or added, the scarf will be
approximately 2" (5cm)
shorter or longer.

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 Foundation Row A: With A, ch 360, dc in 6th ch Drop Color B to back.
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat Row 5A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
from * across—178 boxes. next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 358, dc in 6th ch last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat Row 5B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
from * across—177 boxes. next dc; repeat from * across.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, Turn the entire piece.
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are Drop Color B to front.
left-handed). Row 6A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
next dc; repeat from * across.
Drop Color B to front. Row 6B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and next dc; repeat from * across.
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, Turn the entire piece.
dcif in last dc.
Repeat Rows 1–5 once more, then work Row 6A only
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
(do not work Row 6B). Do not fasten off.
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece. FINISHING

B-Colored Border
Drop Color B to front. This border is worked around the edges of the B-
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, colored layer only, with WS facing.
dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 2, work hdc evenly around all edges
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, of scarf, working 1 hdc in each post, 1 hdc in each filet
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. box and 3 hdc in each corner; join with sl st in top of
beginning ch. Fasten off B.
Turn the entire piece.
A-Colored Border
Drop Color B to back. This border is worked around the edges of the A-
Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in colored layer only, with RS facing.
next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of
next dc; repeat from * across. scarf, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc. Do not
Turn the entire piece. fasten off A.

Drop Color B to back. Unite the Edges

Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in Rnd 2: Continue with A, and work through both
next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to thicknesses, working hdc through back loop of A layer
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. and front loop of B layer, hdc in each sc around and 3
Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in hdc in each corner; join with sl st in first hdc.
next dc; repeat from * across. Note: There are more stitches in the A layer than the B
layer. To ensure an even border, occasionally work 2 sts
Turn the entire piece. into the same stitch of the B layer, but different sts of
the A layer. Fasten off A. Weave in all ends.

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 WAVES OF COLOR SCARF
This reversible scarf has a bold, casual design that shouts “fun!” Whether it’s the blue
waves on the sunny background or the yellow waves against a clear sky, you feel you’re
ready for a day of adventure. Wear it with jeans and a blouse for an outing to the mall
or loosely knotted over your jacket to a football game. Crocheted from baby alpaca and
silk, this scarf is as soft and light as a feather. You’ll hardly know you have it on. It’s just
the right accessory to brighten any day.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
4 balls Misti Alpaca Suri
& Silk (80% Baby Suri
Alpaca/20% Silk, 1.75oz
[50g], 109yd [100m]) in
color AZ1620 Azure (A)
3 balls Misti Alpaca Suri
& Silk (80% Baby Suri
Alpaca/20% Silk, 1.75oz
[50g], 109yd [100m]) in
color AM2630 Lemon (B)

HOOKS AND
NOTIONS
US J-10 (6mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Waves— Light on Dark/
Dark on Light (patterns 25
& 26, page 52)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
5½" × 74" (14cm ×
188cm)

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 Foundation Row A: With A, ch 34, dc in 6th ch from Drop Color B to front.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in
across—15 boxes. next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 32, dc in 6th ch from dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next
across—14 boxes. dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1,
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge dcib in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
left-handed). Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.

Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 times, dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 5 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in
times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice. next dc] 3 times.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib in
in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next
dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice. dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 3 times.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib Drop Color B to front.
in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcib in Row 5A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
dcib in next dc] 3 times. dc] 6 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif 4 times.
in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in Row 5B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
next dc] 5 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif next dc; repeat from * across.
in next dc] 3 times.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to back. A-Colored Border
Row 6A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in This border is worked around the edges of the
next dc; repeat from * across. A-colored layer only, with WS facing.
Row 6B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc; repeat from * across. Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges
of scarf, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet
Turn the entire piece. box, and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc.
Do not fasten off A.
Repeat Rows 1–6 until the scarf is the desired
length, ending with Row 4. Do not fasten off. Work Unite the Edges
2 rows with A only, as follows: Continue with A, and work through both thicknesses,
working sc through both loops of the A layer and
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch B layer, sc in each sc around, working 3 sc in each
1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. corner; join with sl st in first sc.
Note: There are more stitches in the A layer than the
Turn the entire piece. B layer. To ensure an even border, occasionally work
2 sc into the same st of the B layer, but different sts of
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, the A layer. Fasten off A. Weave in all ends.
*ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Do not
fasten off.

FINISHING
B-Colored Border
This border is worked around the edges of the
B-colored layer only, with RS facing.

Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges

of scarf, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet
box and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc.
Fasten off B.

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 TWO-TONE BUSINESS TOTE
You’ll be the hit of your next business meeting when you enter carrying this smart black-
and-cream Business Tote. Your associates will be amazed when you create a new tote
by simply turning it inside out. One side has a horizontal ribbon weave; the other side
has vertical stripes. Made from durable cotton and nylon, with reinforced seams and a
double-thick bottom panel, it’s as sturdy as it is beautiful. Crochet one to match each of
your business suits and arrive at your business meetings in style.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
5 balls J&P Coats Crochet
Nylon (100% Nylon, 150yd
[137m]) in color 19 Black (A)
6 balls Coats Crème de la
Crème (100% Combed
Cotton, 2.5oz [71 g], 126yd
[115m]) in color 0117 Soft
Ecru (B)

HOOKS AND
NOTIONS
1 pair 8" (20.5cm) black
Purse n-alize-it! Handbag
Handles
Stitch markers
Yarn needle

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Woven Ribbons/Woven
Vertical Stripes (patterns 53
& 54, page 73)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
16" × 11" (40.5cm x 28cm)

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 PANEL 1 FINISHING PANEL 1
When complete, Panel 1 will measure approximately A-Colored Border
15" × 26" (38cm x 66cm). Panel 1 forms the front, This border is worked around the edges of the A-
bottom and back of the tote. colored layer only, with RS facing. Drop Color B to the
back or the WS as you work the A-Colored Border.
Foundation Row A: With A, ch 88, dc in 6th ch from
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of
across—42 boxes. panel, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 86, dc in 6th ch from and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc. Fasten
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * off A.
across—41 boxes.
B-Colored Border
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, This border is worked around the edges of the B-
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge colored layer only, with WS facing.
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
left-handed). Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of
panel, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
Drop Color B to back. and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc. Fasten
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1 off B.
sp), dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * PANEL 2
across. When complete, Panel 2 will measure approximately
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib 4" × 37" (10cm × 94cm). Panel 2 forms the side gussets
in next dc; repeat from * across. and bottom of the tote. The bottom of the tote is a
double layer (where Panel 1 and Panel 2 overlap) for
Turn the entire piece. strength.

Drop Color B to front. Foundation Row A: With A, ch 24, dc in 6th ch from

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, * [ch 1, hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat across—10 boxes.
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Foundation Row B: With B, ch 22, dc in 6th ch from
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
in next dc; repeat from * across. across—9 boxes.

Turn the entire piece. Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer,
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until panel measures 26" (66cm); (right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
end with Row 2. left-handed).

Drop Color B to back. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 of Panel 1 until Panel 2 measures
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, approximately 37" (94cm).
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Next Row B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Finish like Panel 1.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Do not fasten off.

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 ASSEMBLE TOTE Repeat around the other narrow end of the tote. Do not
First Side Seam fasten off.
With WS facing, lay Panel 1 flat. Place a stitch marker Top Edge
on 1 long edge, 11" (28cm) from the side edge (point Rnd 1: With A and RS still facing, ch 1, and, working
B in Figure 1). Count stitches from point A to point in the back loop of the Color A layer and the front loop
B. With WS facing, lay Panel 2 flat. Count the exact of the Color B layer, sc in each st around the top of the
number of stitches on 1 long edge of Panel 2 and place tote, joining the layers together. On either side of the
another marker (point B). With WS of both pieces side seams work through both loops of both layers to
facing, place Panel 2 beside Panel 1, aligning corners strengthen the seam connections; join with sl st in first sc.
(point A) and markers (point B)—see Figure 1. Join Rnd 2: With A, sl st in each sc around the top of the
B yarn with sc through both beginning loops of both tote to strengthen the edge. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
panels at point A. Working through the back loop of Attach Handles
the front panel and the front loop of the back panel, Center the handles on each long top edge of the tote.
sc in each st across to marker (point B) to seam panels With A and a tapestry needle, sew the handles onto the
together. At marker, working through both loops of top edge of the tote so the handles work equally well
both panels, work 3 sc in marker sts to create a corner. for both patterned sides of the tote. If you are having
Do not fasten off. trouble threading the tapestry needle, add some glue
Bottom Seam to the end of the yarn and let it dry into a flat, united
Count stitches down the other side seam of Panel 1 thread before using. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
(point D to C) so it measures exactly the same as the
seam just worked (point A to B). Place a marker on the
other long edge of Panel 1 (point C). Place a marker D A
on the same long edge of Panel 2, at the same number
of stitches. Lay Panel 2 across the width of Panel 1,
aligning the markers (point C) and forming the bottom
of the tote. Working through both loops of Panel 2 and
around stitches of Panel 1 (so that the stitches do not C B
show through to RS), work a sc in each st across the
bottom (from point B to point C) of the tote to the next
marker, attaching Panel 2 to Panel 1. Be sure the line is
straight so the bottom of the tote will lie flat. At point C
C, working through both loops of both panels, work 3 Figure 1
sc in marker sts to create a corner. Do not fasten off.
Other Side Seam
Working from point C, and working through the back D
loop of the front panel and the front loop of the back
panel, sc in each st across to point D to seam panels
D A
together. Fasten off. Repeat the entire process to join
the other long edge of Panel 2 to Panel 1.
Turn the tote inside out so RS is facing out. With A,
crochet the seams together like the WS seams, except
work the seams from the top edge down to the lower
corner, across the short, 4" (10cm) bottom edge, and
back up to the top edge, around the narrow end of the
C B
tote. Be sure to count stitches again so your sides match
the WS seams exactly. Fasten off. Figure 2

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 NAUTICAL DRAWSTRING CARRYALL
The Nautical Drawstring Carryall is just the right size to tote your gear for a fun-filled day and
evening at the shore. Pair the nautical blue background and white checkerboard design with
your shorts or swimsuit for a day of swimming, sailing or just soaking up the sun. At dusk, turn
the carryall inside out, and you have a completely new look. Match your white bag sprinkled
with blue stars with a summer dress. Instantly, you’re ready for an evening of fireworks and
dancing under the stars. Made of durable cotton, with reinforced seams and a double-thick
panel bottom, it’s as practical as it is beautiful. With no sewing at the lining or seams needed,
it’s fast and easy to make. Crochet one in each of your favorite colors and be ready for a
carefree summer of adventure.
MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
3 balls Lion Cotton (100%
Cotton, 5oz [140g], 236yd
[216m]) in color 108 Morning
Glory Blue (A)
3 balls Lion Cotton (100%
Cotton, 5oz [140g], 236yd
[216m]) in color 100 White (B)
Optional:
1 ball Lion Cotton (100%
Cotton, 5oz [140g], 236yd
[216m]) in color 112 Poppy
Red (C)
Small amount of Lion Cotton
(100% Cotton, 5oz [140g],
236yd [216m]) in color 157
Sunflower (D)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

Stitch markers
Yarn needle
4yd (3.5m) ¼" (6mm) diameter
white cord

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Checkerboard/Starry Sky
(patterns 63 & 64, page 80)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
15½" × 17" (39.5cm × 43cm)

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 Drop Color B to back.
PANEL 1
Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next
Make 2 panels from these instructions before
dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times;
assembling the carryall. When complete, each panel
repeat from * across.
will measure approximately 39½" × 8½" (100.5cm ×
Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in
21.5cm).
next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from
* across.
Foundation Row A: With A, ch 192, dc in 6th ch
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat
Turn the entire piece.
from * across—94 boxes.
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 190, dc in 6th ch from
Drop Color B to front.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib in
across—93 boxes.
next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3
times; repeat from * across.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer,
Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
next dc; repeat from * across.
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
left-handed).
Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Repeat Rows 1–4 until panel measures approximately
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and
8" (20.5cm).
ch-1 sp), dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times,
*ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times;
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Do not fasten off.
1, dcif in last dc.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
FINISH PANEL
dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
B-Colored Border
repeat from * across.
This border is worked around the edges of the B-
colored layer only, with WS facing.
Turn the entire piece.

Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 2, work hdc evenly around all edges

Drop Color B to front.
of panel, working 1 hdc in each post, 1 hdc in each filet
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
box and 3 hdc in each corner; join with sl st in top of
dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
beginning ch. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 ASSEMBLE CARRYALL Bottom Seam
First Side Seam Count the same number of stitches down on the
With WS facing, lay both panels flat. Place a stitch opposite sides of both panels and place markers (point
marker on one long edge of one panel, 15½" (39.5cm) C). Lay the second panel across the width of the first
from one short edge (point B in Figure 1). Count panel, aligning the markers (point C) and forming the
stitches from point A to point B. On the other panel bottom of the carryall. Working through both loops
count the exact number of stitches on one long edge of the second panel and around the stitches of first
from one short edge and place another marker (point panel (so that the stitches do not show through to RS),
B). With WS of both pieces facing, place panels side by work sc in each st across the bottom (from point B to
side, aligning corners (point A) and markers (point B). point C) of the carryall to the next marker, attaching
Join B yarn with sc through both beginning loops of the second panel to the first panel. Be sure the line
both panels at point A. Working through the back loop is straight so the bottom of the carryall will lie flat.
of the front panel and the front loop of the back panel, Working through both loops of both panels, work 3 sc
sc in each st across to the marker (point B) to seam in the marker sts to create a corner. Do not fasten off.
panels together. At the marker, working through both
loops of both panels, work 3 sc in the marker sts to Other Side Seam
create a corner. Do not fasten off. Working from point C, and working through the back
loop of the front panel and the front loop of the back
panel, sc in each st across to point D to seam the panels
together. Fasten off. Repeat the entire process to join
the other long edge of the second panel to the first
panel.

D A D A

C B

D C B

Figure 1 Figure 2

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 RS SEAMS ROSE (OPTIONAL)
Turn the carryall inside out so RS is facing out. With A, With D, ch 6; join with sl st in first ch to form a ring.
crochet the seams together the same as the WS seams, Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 11 sc in ring; join with sl st in first
except work the seams from the top edge down to the ch-1.
lower corner, across the short, 8½" (21.5cm) bottom Rnd 2: Ch 3, skip next sc, *sc in next sc, ch 3, sk next
edge, and back up to the top edge of the carryall. Be sc; repeat from * around; join with sl st in base of
sure to count stitches again so that your sides match the beginning ch-3—6 ch-3 sps. Fasten off.
WS seams exactly. Fasten off. Rnd 3: Join C with sl st in back loop of any skipped
Repeat around the other narrow end of the carryall. Do sc, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in same back loop, *(sc,
not fasten off. hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in back loop of next skipped sc;
repeat from * around—6 petals.
Top Edge Rnd 4: Push previous petals forward and work in D-
Rnd 1: With A and RS still facing, ch 1, working in colored ch-3 sps of Rnd 2, *(sc, hdc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, hdc,
the back loop of the Color A layer and the front loop sc) in next ch-3 sp (petal made); repeat from * around;
of the Color B layer, sc in each st around the top of the join with sl st in first sc—6 (more) petals.
carryall, joining the layers together. On either side of Rnd 5: Push previous petals forward. *Ch 5, sc around
the side seams work through both loops of both layers next sc of Rnd 2; repeat from * around; join with sl st
to strengthen the seam connections; join with sl st in in base of of beginning ch-5—6 ch-5 sps.
first sc. Fasten off. Weave in all ends. Rnd 6: *(sc, hdc, 2 dc, 3 tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc) in next ch-5
sp; repeat from * around; join with sl st in first sc.
Drawstrings Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Cut cord into two lengths, each measuring 2yd (2m)
long. With RS facing, and starting in the middle of Sew or pin Rose on bag.
a panel, 3" (7.5cm) from the top, weave one length
of cord through the front posts of a row. When the
weaving is complete, tie the ends together. With RS
facing and starting in the middle of the panel on the
opposite side of the carryall, weave the second length of
cord through the front posts of the row above the row
just used for the other drawstring. When complete, tie
the ends together.

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 REVERSIBLE ENVELOPE EVENING BAG
Add a little sparkle to your evening with this Reversible Evening Envelope Bag. For a
quiet, understated look, display the Horizontal Moorish Lattice side with black seams.
If you want added glitz, show the Vertical Moorish Lattice side with gold seams. This
purse is small enough to sling over your shoulder and forget, but large enough to carry
your bare essentials. Crocheted with nylon, it has a beautiful sheen as well as strength.
So, whether your evening includes dancing at a crowded night club or having a quiet
dinner with someone special, choose the side that fits your mood.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
1 tube J&P Coats Crochet Nylon
(100% Nylon, 150yd [137m]) in
color 19 Black (A)
1 tube J&P Coats Crochet Nylon
(100% Nylon, 150yd [137m]) in
color 43 Beige (B)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

US G-6 (4mm) hook
2 black buttons
Yarn needle
Thread

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Horizontal Moorish Lattice/
Vertical Moorish Lattice (pat-
terns 45 & 46, page 66)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
7" × 8" (18cm × 20.5cm)

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 Foundation Row A: With A ch 44, dc in 6th ch from Drop Color B to front.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
across—20 boxes. next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
Foundation Row B: With B ch 42, dc in 6th ch from last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in
across—19 boxes. next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from
* across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer,
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge Turn the entire piece.
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
left-handed). Repeat Rows 1–4 until panel measures 16" (40.5cm);
end with Row 3.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif Drop B to front.
in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib Next Row B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice. Fasten off A. Do not fasten off B.

Turn the entire piece. FINISHING

B-Colored Border
Drop Color B to back. This border is worked around the edges of the B-
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, colored layer only, with WS facing.
dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, panel, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc.
repeat from * across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] Rnd 2: Ch 1, working in back loops only, work sc in
twice. each st across top of panel, 3 sc in corner; hdc down
the side, working 1 hdc in each sc, 3 sc in corner; sc in
Turn the entire piece. each st across bottom of panel, 3 sc in corner; hdc up
the remaining side, working 1 hdc in each sc; 2 sc in
Drop Color B to back. beginning corner; join with sl st in first ch. Fasten off B.
Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in
next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from
* across to last 2 dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice.

Turn the entire piece.

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 A-Colored Border Row 1: Continue with A and create a chain as long as
This border is worked around the edges of the A- you want for the Strap. (I made mine 41" [104cm].) Be
colored layer only, with RS facing. careful not to twist the chain. Join to the other side of
the top of the purse pocket with 2 sc in the identical
Purse flap (RS): Join A with sl st in A-colored top right stitch on the top of the purse pocket on the other side.
corner, sc in each st across top of panel only, working Row 2: Turn, sc in each ch across, working back
1 sc in each post and 1 sc in each filet box. This will be across the chain creating a Strap, 2 sc in the stitch next
the RS flap. Fasten off A. to your first 2 sc.
Row 3: Turn, sc in each sc across, working back across
Rnd 1: With RS facing, join A with sl st in A-colored the Strap again; 2 sc in the stitch next to the 2 sc you
top right corner, ch 2, working in back loops only, hdc worked previously.
evenly across top of panel, working 1 hdc in each sc.
Continue working hdc around panel, working 1 hdc With A continue down the remaining purse pocket
in each post, 1 hdc in each filet box and 3 hdc in each seam, working sc through both Color A thicknesses,
corner, 2 hdc in beginning corner; join with sl st in top working sc through the back loop of the front Color A
of beginning ch-2. Fasten off. Weave in all ends. edging and the front loop of the back Color A edging.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
ASSEMBLE PURSE
Bringing RS of panels together, fold the fabric up 6½" FINISHING
(16.5cm) and pin in place on each side of purse. This With RS facing, join A with sl st where strap attaches
leaves 3½" (9cm) for flap. to purse pocket. Ch 1, 2 sc in same st; work around
the purse opening and unite the edges by working a
Seam Sides from WS sc in the back loop of Color A and the front loop of
With WS facing, join B with a sl st in lower right corner Color B. Work 2 sc through all 4 loops on each side of
of the purse (at fold). Work sc through both Color B the Strap for added strength.
thicknesses, working sc through the back loop of the
front Color B edging and the front loop of the back Continue with A, uniting the edges by working a sc in
Color B edging. Fasten off. Repeat on the other side to the back loop of Color A and the front loop of Color
complete the inside seams of the purse pocket. Fasten B, 3 sc in the corner. In the center of the flap, work a
off. Weave in all ends. closure loop as follows: 2 sc in 1 sc, work a ch long
enough to go around your chosen button, 2 sc in next
Turn the purse pocket inside out so RS is facing out. sc, continue working sc around flap, working 3 sc in
the corner; join with sl st in beginning ch-1 of strap.
Seam Sides from RS and Make Strap Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
Join A with a sl st in the lower right corner of the purse
pocket. Work sc through both Color A thicknesses, To make the purse completely reversible, sew 1 button
working sc through the back loop of the front Color A on RS and 1 on WS in locations where the loop will
edging and the front loop of the back Color A edging. go easily over the buttons and keep the purse shut.
When this seam of the purse pocket is finished, work
2 sc in the same stitch at the top of the purse pocket to
begin the Strap. Do not fasten off.

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 TOUCH OF SILVER EVENING BAG
This Evening Bag is the perfect match for a quiet evening out. The rich colors and beaded
drawstrings are reminiscent of the elegance of a time gone by. The choice is yours—the
shine of a silver arbor dotted with mauve rosebuds or a mauve background lined with
silver stripes. Either way, you’ll enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner for two and an evening at
the theater with your necessities beautifully at hand.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
2 balls Katia Gatsby (77%
Viscose/15% Nylon/8%
Polyester, 1.75oz [50g],
115yd [105m]) in color 0006
Silver (A)
2 balls Ella Rae Silkience
(41% Cotton/39%
Nylon/12% Silk/8% Rayon,
1.75oz [50g], 119yd [109m])
in color 19 Mauve (B)

HOOKS AND
NOTIONS
US F-5 (3.75mm) hook
Yarn needle
Beaded necklace for draw-
strings (optional)

GAUGE
6 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Rosebuds Climbing an
Arbor/Simple Plaid (patterns
59 & 60, page 77)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
Small (shown): 7" × 10½"
(18cm × 26.5cm)
Large: 7" × 12½" (18cm ×
32cm)

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 Instructions are for the small version of bag (shown Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
on the previous page) with the instructions for the in next dc; repeat from * across.
larger version in parentheses. When only one number
or instruction appears, it applies to both sizes. Turn the entire piece.

BODY Upper Drawstring Rows

Foundation Row A: With A ch 68 (84), dc in 6th ch Drop Color B to back.
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
from * across—32 (40) boxes. next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B ch 66 (82), dc in 6th ch Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat next dc; repeat from * across.
from * across—31 (39) boxes.
Drop Color B to front.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge next dc; repeat from * across.
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in
left-handed). next dc; repeat from * across.

Drop Color B to front. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 11" (28cm)
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and from the bottom of Row 4; end with Row 2.
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
*ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times; Lower Drawstring Rows
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 to create drawstring rows at this
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, end.
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 once more, then repeat Row 3A
Turn the entire piece. once more (do not work Row 3B). Fasten off B.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * across to last
dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.

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 FINISHING DRAWSTRINGS (MAKE 2)
A-Colored Border Make either yarn or beaded Drawstrings.
This border is worked around the edges of the A-
colored layer only, with RS facing. Yarn Drawstrings
Work a chain that measures approximately 25" (29")
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of (63.5 [73.5cm]) long.
the piece, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across.
box and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc. Fasten off.
Fasten off A.
Beaded Drawstrings
ASSEMBLE PURSE Take an old necklace or string some new beads on a
With RS facing, fold the fabric in half (bringing WS strong nylon cord to create 2 beaded Drawstrings 25"
together), matching the sides and patterns (on both RS (29") (63.5 [73.5cm]) long.
and WS). Join A in one of the lower corners (at fold), sc
through the back loop of the front stitch and the front With RS facing, take one completed Drawstring and,
loop of the back stitch, crocheting the seam together on beginning at one side seam, weave the Drawstring
one side. Fasten off A. through the lower Drawstring Rows, weaving over 2
posts, then under 2 posts of the top layer only, all the
Join A in the other lower corner and seam the other side way around. Be sure not to twist ties. When you’ve
edge, matching the sides and patterns (on both RS and made a full circle, tie the ends of the Drawstring
WS), like the other side seam. Do not fasten off. together and trim any excess cord. With the other
Drawstring, and beginning at the opposite seam, weave
When you reach the top opening of the purse, with RS the Drawstring through the upper Drawstring Rows in
facing, sc around working through the back loop of the same the manner as the first Drawstring.
Color A stitch and the front loop of the Color B stitch
uniting the edges.
Note: At each side seam work [1 sc through both Color
A loops only] twice in the same st on each side of the
seam, strengthening the seam for the drawstring cord.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

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 PINK AND WHITE BLOCKS BABY BLANKET
This reversible baby blanket will be the hit of any baby shower! Make this cheery
blanket for the special baby in your life or as the perfect gift. One side is traditional
granny squares with contrasting centers. The other side is lacy squares with contrasting
star centers. The outside edge is finished with a white shell border. This blanket looks
just as good in blue for that bouncing baby boy. Just remember to use a very soft yarn to
keep that little one cozy and warm.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
4 skeins Caron Wintuk (100%
Acrylic, 3oz [85g], 150yd [137m])
in color 3025 Soft Pink (A)
4 skeins Caron Wintuk (100%
Acrylic, 3oz [85g], 150yd [137m])
in color 3001 White (B)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

US I-9 (5.5mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
4 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Traditional Granny Squares/Lacy
Granny Squares with Center Star
(patterns 39 & 40, page 62)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
27" × 41" (68.5cm × 104cm)

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 Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice;
repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib
in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in
last dc.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back.

Row 3A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
across.
Row 3B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next
dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Side 1 of Blanket Row 4A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in
next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat
Foundation Row A: With A, ch 198, dc in 6th ch from from * across.
Row 4B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in
across—97 boxes.
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 196, dc in 6th ch from next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
dcif in last dc.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
across—96 boxes.
Turn the entire piece.
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer,
Drop Color B to back.
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
Row 5A: With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
next dc] 4 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat
left-handed).
from * across.
Row 5B: With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
Drop Color B to back.
next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 4 times,
Turn the entire piece.
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 4 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in Drop Color B to front.
Row 6A: With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 5 times; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1,
next dc; repeat from * across.
dcib in last dc.

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 Row 6B: With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in Note: There are more stitches in the A layer than the
next dc; repeat from * across. B layer. To ensure an even border, occasionally work
2 sc into the same st of the B layer, but different sts of
Turn the entire piece. the A layer.

Repeat Rows 1–6 until piece measures approximately Shell Border

28" (71cm), ending with Row 6A (do not work Row With RS facing, continue with B, working in front
6B). You should have 11 granny squares across the side loops only, ch 3, 4 dc in first hdc of previous row, skip
edge of the baby blanket. Do not fasten off. 2 hdc, sc in next hdc, skip 2 hdc, *5 dc in next hdc,
skip 2 hdc, sc in next hdc, skip 2 hdc; repeat from *
FINISHING around; join with sl st in top of beginning ch. Fasten
A-Colored Border off. Weave in all ends.
This border is worked around the edges of the A-
colored layer only, with RS facing.

Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of

baby blanket, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each
filet box and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first
sc. Fasten off A.

B-Colored Border
This border is worked around the edges of the B-
colored layer only, with WS facing.

Rnd 1: Ch 4, dc in corner box, [ch 1, dc in same

corner] twice, *ch 1, dc in next dc; repeat from * around
blanket working (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc) in each corner;
join with sl st in 3rd ch of beginning ch, creating a row
of filet mesh around WS of the baby blanket.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of baby
blanket, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc.

Unite the Edges

Rnd 3: Continue with B, ch 2 and work through both
thicknesses, working hdc through the back loop of the
B layer and the front loop of the A layer, hdc in each sc
around and 3 hdc in each corner; join with sl st in top
of beginning ch, turn. Side 2 of Blanket

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 HAPPY COLORS BABY BLANKET
The Happy Colors Baby Blanket is an excellent first project to crochet as you become comfortable
working some basic interlocking crochet single-design stitches—Castle Top, Rows, Zigzag and
Plain Filet Mesh. Use a trio of traditional baby colors or brighten the mood using three vibrant
primary colors. Either way you’ll create a one-of-a-kind blanket any baby would be proud to be
wrapped in. Just remember to use a very soft yarn to keep the blanket soft and cuddly.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
4 balls Bernat Baby Coordinates
(75.2% Acrylic/22.2%
Rayon/2.6% Nylon, 5.6oz
[160g]) in color 1000 White (A)
1 ball Bernat Baby Coordinates
(75.2% Acrylic/22.2%
Rayon/2.6% Nylon, 5.6oz [160g])
in color 1009 Soft Blue (B)
1 ball Bernat Baby Coordinates
(75.2% Acrylic/22.2%
Rayon/2.6% Nylon, 5.6oz [160g])
in color 9412 Sweet Pink (C)
1 ball Bernat Baby Coordinates
(75.2% Acrylic/22.2%
Rayon/2.6% Nylon, 5.6oz [160g])
in color 1010 Soft Mauve (D)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

US I-9 (5.5mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Zigzag (pattern 2, page 23)
Plain Filet Mesh (pattern 1, page
22)
Rows (pattern 6, page 27)
Castle Top (pattern 3, page 24)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
40" × 47” (101.5cm × 119.5cm)

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 Note: Because this project uses more than 2 colors of
yarn, part A of a row does not always correspond to
Color A nor part B to Color B. Pay close attention to
the instructions for indications of what color to work
with.

Foundation Row A: With A, ch 200, dc in 6th ch from

hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from *
across—98 boxes.
Foundation Row B: With D, ch 198, dc in 6th ch
from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat
from * across—97 boxes.

Place the A-colored layer on top of the D-colored layer,

with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are
left-handed).

ZIGZAG PANEL
Drop Color D to front. Sides 1 and 2 of Blanket
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc, and
ch-1 sp), dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif Next Row B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch
in next dc; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
last dc.
Row 1B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif Turn the entire piece. Fasten off D.
in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
PLAIN FILET MESH DIVIDER
Drop Color D to back. Join another strand of A with a sl st in last st of D.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * Drop recently added strand of Color A to back.
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Row 2B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * Row 1B (RS): With recently added strand of A, ch 4,
across. dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Zigzag Panel measures 14"
(35.5cm) from beginning, ending with a RS row. Drop recently added strand of Color A to front.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color D to front. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch Row 2B (WS): With recently added strand of A, ch
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop the recently added strand of Color A to back. CASTLE TOP PANEL
Row 3A and Row 3B: Repeat Row 1A and Row 1B. Join B with a sl st in last st of recently added strand of
A.
Fasten off the original strand of A.
Drop Color A to front.
ROWS PANEL Row 1A (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Join C with a sl st in last st of original strand of A. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Drop Color A to back. in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1A (WS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Row 1B (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color A to front.
Row 2A (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
Turn the entire piece. in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Repeat Row 1A and Row 1B until the Rows Panel Row 2B (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
measures 14" (35.5cm), ending with a WS row. Fasten in next dc; repeat from * across.
off C.
Repeat Row 2A and Row 2B until the Castletop Panel
PLAIN FILET MESH DIVIDER measures 14" (35.5cm), ending with a WS row. Fasten
Join another strand of A with a sl st in the last st of C. off.

Drop original strand of Color A to front. FINISHING

Row 1A (RS): With recently added strand of A, ch 4, A-Colored Side Borders
dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * This border is worked across the side edges of the
across. A-colored layer only with the RS facing.
Row 1B (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif, *ch 1, dcif in next dc;
repeat from * across. Row 1: With RS facing, join A in the last st of the row
to work across the side edge, [ch 1, dc in same corner
Drop original strand of Color A to back. box as last st of row] twice, *ch 1, dc in next dc; repeat
Row 2A (WS): With recently added strand of A, ch from * across side edge of blanket, working (dc, ch 1,
4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * dc) in each corner box of corner, ch 1; join with sl st in
across. last st (to complete corner), creating a row of filet mesh
Row 2B (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, across the side edge of the baby blanket. Fasten off.
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Repeat across the other side edge. Do not fasten off.

Turn the entire piece. A-Colored Border

This border is worked around the edges of the A-
Drop original strand of Color A to front. colored layer only, with the RS facing.
Row 3A and Row 3B: Repeat Row 1A and Row 1B.
Rnd 1: Ch 2, work hdc evenly around all edges of the
Turn the entire piece. Fasten off the recently added baby blanket, working 1 hdc in each post, 1 hdc in each
strand of A. filet box and 3 hdc in each corner. End with 2 hdc in
the last corner; join with sl st in first hdc. Fasten off.
Weave in all ends.

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 PANEL-BY-PANEL AFGHAN
The reversible Panel-by-Panel Afghan is a real stunner! It commands attention with its
deep, warm color combination. One side has three panels—Honeycomb, Zigzag and
Cathedral Windows—with blue dividers and surrounded by a Rows border. The other side
has three panels—Railroad Tracks, Zigzag and Florentine Zigzag—with gold dividers and
surrounded by a Columns border. Crocheted in a soft acrylic or light-weight wool, it’s a
welcome addition to any family room or a man’s den.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N
17 skeins Lion Brand Vanna’s
Choice (100% Acrylic, 3.5oz
[100g], 170yd [155m]) in color
130 Honey (A)
16 skeins Lion Brand Vanna’s
Choice (100% Acrylic, 3.5oz
[100g], 170yd [155m]) in color
110 Navy (B)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

US I-9 (5.5mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
9 boxes = 4" (10cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Rows/Columns (patterns 1 & 2,
page 32)
Plain Filet Mesh (pattern 1, page
22)
Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks
(patterns 29 & 30, page 56)
Zigzag (pattern 2, page 23)
Cathedral Windows/Florentine
Zigzag (patterns 11 & 12, page
38)

FINISHED
MEASUREMENTS
64" × 71" (162.5cm × 180.5cm)

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 Foundation Row A: With A, ch 256, dc in 6th ch from Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
the hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 104 times, [ch
* across—126 boxes. 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.
Foundation Row B: With B ch 254, dc in 6th ch from
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across—125 boxes.
HONEYCOMB /RAILROAD TRACKS PANEL
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, Drop Color B to front.
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 101 times,
left-handed). [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 13 times.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
ROWS/COLUMNS BORDER in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. dcif in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1 [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.
sp), dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from
* across. Turn the entire piece.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
Turn the entire piece. in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in
next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 12 times.
Drop Color B to front. Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 104 times, [ch
in next dc; repeat from * across. 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to front.

Row 3A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 5" (12.5cm) in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in
from the beginning; end with a RS row. next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12 times.
Row 3B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
DIVIDER in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
Drop Color B to front. dcif in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.
in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif Turn the entire piece.
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times. Drop Color B to back.
Row 4A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
Turn the entire piece. in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 101 times,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 13 times.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

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 Row 4B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 104 times, [ch
dcib in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. ZIGZAG PANEL

Drop Color B to front.
Drop Color B to front. Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Row 5A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in
in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12 times.
next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12 times. Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Row 5B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc] 50 times, [ch 1,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times. dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.

Row 6A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in
next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 12 times. next dc] 50 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 14 times.
Row 6B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc] 50 times, [ch 1,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times. dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1–6 until Honeycomb/Railroad Tracks Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Zigzag Panel measures
Panel measures approximately 19" (48.5cm); end with approximately 19" (48.5cm); end Row 2B.
Row 6B (RS row).
DIVIDER
DIVIDER Drop Color B to front.
Drop Color B to front. Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in
in next dc; repeat from * across. next dc] 51 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 12 times.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times, in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times,
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times. [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Drop Color B to back.

Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

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 Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib Row 4B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 104 times, [ch in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
1, dcib in next dc] 11 times. dcib in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color B to front.
Row 3A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif CATHEDRAL WINDOWS/FLORENTINE
in next dc; repeat from * across. ZIGZAG PANEL
Row 3B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif Drop Color B to front.
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times, Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
[ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times. in next dc] 11 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in
next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * 25
Turn the entire piece. times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 13 times.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Drop Color B to back. in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1,
Row 4A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib dcif in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 101 times, in next dc] twice; repeat from * 24 times, [ch 1, dcib in
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 13 times. next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next
dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back.

Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in
next dc] 50 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 14 times.
Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 3 times, *[ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice;
repeat from * 25 times, ch 1, dcif in the next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in the next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 3A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 13 times, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * 24 times, ch 1, dcib in
the next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 15 times.
Row 3B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice,
Side 1 of Blanket [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color B to back.
Row 4A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 11 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * 25 times, ch 1,
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 13 times.
Row 4B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice,
ch 1, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch
1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from * 24 times, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to front.

Row 5A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 12 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc, ch
1, dcif in next dc] 50 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 13
times.
Row 5B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1,
dcif in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times,
*[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
twice; repeat from * 24 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] Side 2 of Blanket
twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 3 times, [ch 1, dcif in next
dc] 11 times.
DIVIDER
Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
Drop Color B to back. in next dc] 11 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 101 times,
Row 6A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 13 times.
dcib in next dc] 13 times, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcif
dcib in next dc] 3 times; repeat from * 24 times, ch 1, in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 104 times,
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 15 times. [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 11 times.
Row 6B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1,
dcib in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, Turn the entire piece.
[ch 1, dcib in next dc] 100 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
twice, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times. Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcib
Repeat Rows 1–6 until Cathedral Windows/ in next dc] 9 times, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] 104 times, [ch
Florentine Zigzag Panel measures about 19" (48.5cm); 1, dcib in next dc] 11 times.
end with Row 6B (RS).
Turn the entire piece.

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 ROWS/COLUMNS BORDER FINISHING
Drop Color B to front. B-Colored Border
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif This border is worked around the edges of the B-
in next dc; repeat from * across. colored layer only, with WS facing.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Rnd 1 (WS): Ch 2, work hdc evenly around all edges
of afghan, working 1 hdc in each post, 1 hdc in each
Turn the entire piece. filet box and 3 hdc in each corner; join with sl st in top
of beginning ch. Fasten off B.
Drop Color B to back.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, A-Colored Border (RS)
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. This border is worked around the edges of the A-
Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib colored layer only, with RS facing.
in next dc; repeat from * across.
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, work sc evenly around all edges of
Turn the entire piece. afghan, working 1 sc in each post, 1 sc in each filet box
and 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in first sc.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 5" (12.5cm)
from the last divider row, ending with a RS row. Unite the Edges
Rnd 2: Continue with A, and work through both
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch thicknesses, work sc through the back loop of the A
1, dcib in next dc; repeat * across. Do not fasten off. layer and the front loop of the B layer, sc in each sc
around, working 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st in
first sc.
Note: There are more stitches in the A layer than the B
layer. To ensure an even border, occasionally work 2 sc
into the same stitch of the B layer, but different sts of
the A layer. Fasten off A. Weave in all ends.

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 A DREAM IN CREAM AND GREEN AFGHAN
Crochet bands of various patterns and colors create a unique afghan. You
can also use odds and ends of yarn remnants from previous projects for
smaller bands.

MATERIALS LIST
YA R N ( A M O U N T S
GIVEN FOR LAP AND
FULL SIZE)
4 (6) skeins Caron Simply Soft
(100% Acrylic, 7oz [198g],
366yd [335m]) in color 9910
Sage (A)
2 (3) skeins Caron Simply Soft
(100% Acrylic, 7oz [198g],
366yd [335m]) in color 9903
Soft Green (B)
3 (4) skeins Caron Simply Soft
(100% Acrylic, 7oz [198g],
366yd [335m]) in color 9937
Dark Sage (C)
2 (3) skeins Caron Simply Soft
(100% Acrylic, 7oz [198g],
366yd [335m]) in color 9901
White (D)

HOOKS AND NOTIONS

US H-8 (5mm) hook
Yarn needle

GAUGE
5 boxes = 2" (5cm)

PAT T E R N S T I T C H E S
Post Stitch Chains/Post Stitch
Columns (patterns 31 & 32,
page 58)
Zigzag (pattern 2, page 23)
Squares/Crosses (patterns 5 & 6,
page 34)
Plain Filet Mesh (pattern 1, page
22)
Double Columns/Feathered
Spines (patterns 7 & 8, page 36)
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 Grid/Double and Single Columns
Drop Color C to back.
(patterns 3 & 4, page 33)
Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Cathedral Windows/Florentine Zigzag BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
(patterns 11 & 12, page 38) Row 4B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Lap: 42" × 49" (106.5cm × 124.5cm)
Drop Color C to front.
Full: 42” × 65” (106.5cm × 165cm)
Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Foundation Row A: With A, ch 218, dc in 6th ch from FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Row 5B (RS): With C, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
across—107 boxes. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Foundation Row B: With B, ch 216, dc in 6th ch from
hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across—106 boxes.
Repeat Rows 4 and 5 until Band measures 2" (3") (5cm
Place the A-colored layer on top of the B-colored layer, [7.5cm]), ending with Row 4B.
with the working yarn of both pieces at the same edge
(right edge if you are right-handed, left edge if you are Turn the entire piece. Drop C and change to B. Fasten
left-handed). off C.

POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH Drop Color B to front.

COLUMNS BAND Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to back.

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color B to back. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece. Drop B and change to D. Fasten
off B.
Turn the entire piece.
Drop Color D to front.
Drop Color B to front. Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 3B (RS): With D, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece. Drop B and change to C. Fasten
off B.

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 ZIGZAG PANEL Drop Color C to front.
Drop Color D to back. Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * Row 2B (RS): With C, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
across. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * Turn the entire piece.
across to last dc, dcib in last dc.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Band measures 2" (3") (5cm
Turn the entire piece. [7.5cm]), ending with Row 1B.

Drop Color D to back. Turn the entire piece. Drop Color C and change to D.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib Fasten off C.
in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib Drop Color D to front.
in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With D, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 5" (6") Turn the entire piece. Drop Color A and change to C.
(12.5cm [15cm]), ending with Row 1B. Fasten off A.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color D to back.

Row 2A (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Finish Zigzag Panel BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Drop Color D to front. Row 2B (WS): With D, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
1, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc. Turn the entire piece.
Next Row B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. SQUARES/CROSSES PANEL
Drop Color D to front.
Turn the entire piece. Drop D and change to C. Fasten Row 1A (RS): With C, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
off D. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
COLUMNS BAND across.
Drop Color C to back.
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, Turn the entire piece.
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, Drop Color D to back.
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 2A (WS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from
Turn the entire piece. * across to last dc, dcib in last dc.

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 Row 2B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from COLUMNS BAND
* across. Drop Color D to back.
Row 1A (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With D, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color D to front. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 3A (RS): With C, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Row 3B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color D to front.
Row 2A (RS): With C, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (RS): With D, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color D to back. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 4A (WS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Row 4B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Band measures 1" (2")
* across. (2.5cm [5cm]), ending with Row 2B.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color D to front. Finishing Post Stitch Chains/Post Stitch Columns

Row 5A (RS): With C, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, Band
dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from Drop Color D to back.
* across to last dc, dcif in last dc. Row 3A (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 5B (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in the next dc] twice; repeat from Row 3B (WS): With D, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
* across. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece. Turn the entire piece. Drop D and change to B. Fasten
off D.
Drop Color D to back.
Row 6A (WS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif FILET MESH PANEL
in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color B to front.
Row 6B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 1A (RS): With C, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Turn the entire piece. in next dc; repeat from * across.

Repeat Rows 1–6 until Panel measures 6½" (8") Turn the entire piece.
(16.5cm [20.5cm]), ending with Row 3. Note: Do not interlock rows.

Turn the entire piece.

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 DOUBLE COLUMNS/FEATHERED SPINE PANEL
Drop Color B to front.
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1,
dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from
* across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice; repeat from *
across.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back.

Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
dcib in next dc] twice, ch 1 dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc, [ch1, dcib in next dc] twice; repeat from *
across.

Side 1 of Blanket Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color B to back. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Panel measures 7" (9")
Row 2A (WS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif (18cm [23cm]) ending with Row 2B.
in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, Turn the entire piece. Drop B and change to D. Fasten
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across. off B.

Turn the entire piece. Finishing Panel

Drop Color D to back.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Panel measures 4½" (6") Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch
(11.5cm [15cm]), ending with Row 2B. 1, dcif in next dc] twice, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
Turn the entire piece. Drop C and change to A. Fasten Next Row B (WS): With D, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch
off C. 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH Turn the entire piece.

COLUMNS BAND
Drop Color B to front. POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, COLUMNS BAND
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color D to front.
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With D, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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 Drop Color D to back. POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, COLUMNS BAND
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Drop Color C to back.
Row 2B (WS): With D, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Turn the entire piece. BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Band measures 2" (3") (5cm Turn the entire piece.
[7.5cm]), ending with Row 1D.
Drop Color C to front.
Turn the entire piece. Drop D and change to C. Fasten Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
off D. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2B (RS): With C, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color C to back. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc,
*ch 1, BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.
Next Row B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc,
*ch 1, BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Band measures 2" (3") (5cm
[7.5cm]), ending with Row 2.
Turn the entire piece.

GRID/DOUBLE AND SINGLE COLUMNS

Drop Color C to front.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (RS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

Drop Color C to back.

Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc, ch 1 dcif in next dc; repeat from *
across.
Row 2B (WS): With C, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Panel measures 6" (8")

(15cm [20.5cm]), ending with Row 1B.
Side 2 of Blanket
Turn the entire piece.

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 Turn the entire piece. Drop C and change to B. Fasten Drop Color B to back.
off C. Row 4A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Drop Color B to back. Row 4B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *[ch 1,
Next Row A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, dcib in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat
*ch 1, BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
Next Row B (WS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc,
*ch 1, BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to back.

Row 5A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif
CATHEDRAL WINDOWS/FLORENTINE in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
ZIGZAG PANEL next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib
Drop Color B to front. in last dc.
Row 1A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, Row 5B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. in next dc, ch 1, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across to
Row 1B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1, last dc, ch 1, dcib in last dc.
dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to back.

Row 6A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif
Drop Color B to front. in next dc, *[ch 1, dcib in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcif in
Row 2A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcib
in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in in last dc.
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif Row 6B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib
in last dc. in next dc, *ch 1, dcif in next dc, [ch 1, dcib in next dc]
Row 2B (WS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1, 3 times; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from *
across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc. Turn the entire piece.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color B to front.

Row 7A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Drop Color B to front. in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 3A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, ch 1, dcib Row 7B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *[ch 1,
in next dc, *[ch 1, dcif in next dc] twice, [ch 1, dcib in dcif in next dc] 3 times, ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat
next dc] twice; repeat from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif from * across to last dc, ch 1, dcif in last dc.
in last dc.
Row 3B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, ch 1, dcif Turn the entire piece.
in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc, [ch 1, dcif in next dc]
3 times; repeat from * across. Repeat Rows 2–7 until Panel measures 5" (7") (12.5cm
[18cm]), ending with Row 6B.
Turn the entire piece.
Turn the entire piece.

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 Finishing Panel Drop Color C to front.
Drop Color B to front. Row 2A (RS): With D, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcib
Next Row A (RS): With A, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, in next dc, 1 ch, dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 2B (RS): With C, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, dcif
Next Row B (RS): With B, ch 4, dcif in next dc, *ch 1, in next dc; repeat from * across.
dcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Turn the entire piece. Drop D and change to A. Fasten
Turn the entire piece. off D.

POST STITCH CHAINS/POST STITCH FINAL BAND

COLUMNS BAND Drop Color C to back.
Drop Color B to back. Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, dcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 1A (WS): With A, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, dcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Row 1B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
Row 1B (WS): With B, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Fasten off C.
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across. Weave in all ends.

Turn the entire piece. Drop Color C to front.

Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
Drop Color B to front. FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 2A (RS): With A, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1,
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. BORDER
Row 2B (RS): With B, ch 4, FPdcif in next dc, *ch 1, Note: This border is primarily worked around the edges
FPdcif in next dc; repeat from * across. of the A-colored layer. However, when working in the
boxes include a loop of the other colors to unite the
Turn the entire piece. two layers. Keep checking RS to be sure loops are being
included and the edging looks neat and consistent.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until Band measures 1" (2")
(2.5cm [5cm]), ending with Row 2B. Rnd 1: With WS facing you and continuing with A, ch
2, work hdc evenly around all edges of afghan, working
Drop A and change to D. Fasten off A. 1 hdc in each post, 1 hdc in each filet box and 3 hdc in
Drop B and change to C. Fasten off B. each corner, join with sl st in top of beginning ch-2.

SPECIAL BAND Rnd 2: With A, continue working around outside edge

Drop Color C to back. of afghan with a loose sl st in the back loop of the
Row 1A (WS): With D, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1, previous rnd hdc. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.
Row 1B (WS): With C, ch 4, BPdcib in next dc, *ch 1,
BPdcib in next dc; repeat from * across.

Turn the entire piece.

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Some of my favorite yarns to use with
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Caron International Lion Brand Yarn Company

P.O. Box 222 135 Kiro Road
Washington, NC 27889 Carlstadt, NJ 07072
www.caron.com (800) 258-9276
Caron Simply Soft Eco (80% Acrylic, 20% Post- www.lionbrand.com
Consumer Recycled Polyester) Vanna’s Choice (100% Acrylic)
Lion Cotton (100% Cotton)
Cascade Yarns
1224 Andover Park E Misti International Inc.
Tukwila, WA 98188 P.O. Box 2532
(800) 548-1048 Glen Ellyn, IL 60138
www.cascadeyarns.com (888) 776-9276
Greenland (100% Superwash Merino Wool) www.mistialpaca.com
Superwash (100% SuperwashWool) Alpaca Worsted (100% Baby Alpaca)
Eco Alpaca Baby Alpaca (80% Baby Suri Alpaca, 20% Silk)

Coats & Clark

P.O. Box 12229
Greenville, SC 29612
(800) 648-1479
www.coatsandclark.com
Crème de la Crème (100% Cotton)
TLC Cotton Plus (51% Cotton, 49% Acrylic)
Red Heart Soft Yarn (100% Acrylic)
J&P Coats Crochet Nylon (100% Nylon)

Learn More About Crochet: Crochet Organizations:

www.lionbrand.com Craft Yarn Council

www.learntocrochet.com www.craftyarncouncil.com
www.craftown.com Crochet Guild of America
www.crochet.about.com www.crochet.org
www.Joann.com
www.AnniesAttic.com
www.allfreecrochet.com
www.youtube.com

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 INDEX
a Filet Mesh stitch, 12, 15, 22, 109, 112, Rows stitch, 27, 32, 53, 57, 109, 112
Abstract stitch, 25 118 Running Man stitch, 78–79
Amoebas stitch, 40–41 Florentine Zigzag stitch, 21, 38–39, 57, Rush Hour stitch, 46
Asterisks stitch, 35, 68–69 67, 79, 112, 119 s
b Freeway stitch, 46 Sandstorm stitch, 78–79
back post DCIF, 16 front post DCIF, 16 Sidewinder stitch, 39, 64
Bargello stitch, 29, 67 g Simple Plaid stitch, 41, 77, 103
Basketweave stitch, 70–71, 83 Granny Squares stitches, 62–63, 106 Squares stitch, 34–35, 118
Bird Tracks stitch, 43–45 Grecian Pillars stitch, 61 Starry Sky stitch, 21, 80, 96
Border stitch, 17 Grid stitch, 33, 119 stitch holders, 18
Bric-a-Brac stitch, 65 h Stripes & Double Chains stitch, 72
Brick Wall stitch, 65 Hats & Dashes stitch, 43–45 t
Buds on Vines stitch, 40–41 Hieroglyphics stitch, 42–43 technique, 12–17. See also stitches
c Hills & Valleys stitch, 43, 50–51 borders, adding, 14, 17
Castle Top stitch, 24, 109 Honeycomb stitch, 39, 56–57, 88, 90, finishing panels, 14
Cathedral Windows stitch, 21, 38–39, 112 first row, 12–13
57, 67, 79, 112, 118 i foundation, 12, 15
Chain Link Fence stitch, 41, 81 Ink Blots stitch, 35, 68–69 layering, 12
Checkerboard stitch, 21, 80, 96 layers, uniting, 14
l
Chevron stitches, 43, 47–49 turning and continuing, 13–14
Lacy Granny Squares with Center Star
Crazy 8s stitch, 83–85 Thunderbirds stitch, 43, 50–51
stitch, 62–63
crochet hooks, 18–19 Traditional Granny Squares stitch,
Ladders stitches, 21, 76
crochet standards, 18–19 62–63, 106
Lazy H stitch, 61
Crosses stitch, 34–35, 118 Tread Tracks stitch, 41, 60
Looped Lasso & Stripes stitch, 39, 64
d Trees stitch, 43, 74–75
m Triple Zigzag stitch, 30
Diagonal Rosebuds stitch, 41, 81
materials, 18–19
Diamonds stitch, 26–27, 35 w
Moorish Lattice stitches, vertical and
Double & Single Columns stitch, 33, Waves stitches, 21, 52–53
horizontal, 66–67, 79, 101
119 Woven Plaid stitch, 83–85
Mountain Band with Borders stitches,
Double Columns stitch, 36, 118 Woven Ribbons stitch, 39, 73, 93
54–55
double crochet in back, 15 Woven Stripes stitch, 39
Mountains stitch, 31, 67
double crochet in front, 16 Woven Vertical Stripes stitch, 73, 93
Double Zigzag stitch, 28 n
y
Native American Geometric Bands
e yarn, 18–19
stitch, 43, 74–75
8s & Triple Striped Plaid stitch, 82–83 yarn needles, 18
Elongated Basketweave stitch, 70–71, p yarn weights, 19
83 Pinwheels stitch, 42–43
Elongated Circles stitch, 72 Post Stitch Chain, 58, 118 z
Post Stitch Columns, 58, 118 Zigzag stitch, 21, 23, 35, 39, 53, 57,
f
Feathered Spines stitch, 36, 118 r 109, 112, 118
Feathered Spines & Stripes stitch, 59 Railroad Tracks stitch, 39, 56–57, 88,
90, 112

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