Serape Afghan by Geraldine Freedman

Serape Afghan

Crochet
August 2011
Aran (8 wpi) ?
3 stitches and 3 rows = 1 inch
5.0 mm (H)
3640 yards (3328 m)
36 x 70 inches
US
English
This pattern is available from e-patternscentral.com for $3.99.

The wide, brightly colored stripes in this blanket bring to mind the festive traditional Mexican poncho.

Skill Level:
Easy

Materials:

  • Red Heart Super Saver medium (worsted) weight yarn (7 oz/364 yds/198g per skein): 1 skein each #579 pale plum, #718 shocking pink, #885 delft blue, #886 blue, #254 pumpkin, #256 carrot, #336 warm brown, #389 hunter green, #624 tea leaf and #672 spring green
  • Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
  • Tapestry needle