Oceanic Waves Granny Square Afghan Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to the Oceanic Waves Granny Square Afghan pattern! This beautiful afghan captures the serene beauty of the ocean with its unique wave motif and soothing color palette. Perfect for beginners, this pattern will guide you step-by-step to create a cozy piece that brings the tranquility of the sea into your home. Let’s dive in and start crafting!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in shades of teal, aqua, navy, and white
• Crochet Hook: 5.5mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 inches = 4 granny square rounds

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Granny Squares

1. Start with a Magic Ring: Create a magic ring to begin your first square.
2. Round 1:
   • Ch 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
   • Work 2 double crochets (dc) into the ring.
   • Ch 2, then *work 3 dc into the ring, ch 2; repeat from * two more times.
   • Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the initial ch-3. You should have 12 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces.
3. Round 2:
   • Sl st to the next ch-2 space.
   • Ch 3, then work 2 dc in the same space.
   • Ch 2, then work 3 dc in the same space (corner made).
   • *Work 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space; repeat from * two more times.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the initial ch-3. You should have 24 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces.
4. Round 3:
   • Sl st to the next ch-2 space.
   • Ch 3, then work 2 dc in the same space.
   • Ch 2, then work 3 dc in the same space (corner made).
   • *Work 3 dc in the next space between 3-dc groups, then 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space; repeat from * two more times.
   • Join with sl st to the top of the initial ch-3. You should have 36 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces.
5. Continue Rounds: Continue following the pattern, increasing the number of 3-dc groups along each side of the square with each round, until the square measures 12 inches across.
6. Create Multiple Squares: Make several squares in varying color combinations of teal, aqua, navy, and white.
7. Arrange and Join Squares: Arrange your squares in a pleasing pattern and join them using a slip stitch or your preferred joining method.

Adding the Border

1. Round 1:
   • With navy yarn, join in any corner of the afghan.
   • Ch 1, then work a single crochet (sc) in the same space.
   • *Sc in each dc across to the next corner, then (sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner; repeat from * around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc.

Fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends. Your Oceanic Waves Granny Square Afghan is now complete! Enjoy the cozy warmth and beauty of your handmade creation.