Create a striking 60”x60” blanket featuring diagonal-split granny squares that form a bold, Escher-inspired 3D illusion. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this quilt-like design makes a cozy statement piece for your home or a unique handmade gift.

This afghan uses 5 shades of yarn to create a 3D illusion with diagonal split granny squares. They are joined one at a time with the join-as-you-go method (step-by-step instructions included). You can also choose to join them with another method. An X-stitch border highlights the interwoven motif.

Want to choose your own colors? The pattern includes a link to an online Stitch Fiddle chart you can use to easily try out and select your own colors.

What you’ll learn:  Split granny squares, joining granny squares as you go, Xst.

• Size: 60″ x 60″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  3275 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  19

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The blanket pictured was made with Brava Worsted, colors White, Seraphim, Freesia, Mulberry, and Eggplant, from WeCrochet (affiliate link).

Take on your next crochet challenge with this modern take on the classic granny square tote. This pattern teaches you how to make mitered granny squares that form an amazing 3D illusion! Create a unique and eye-catching accessory that will turn heads wherever you go.

The pattern includes instructions for making totes in two different sizes! It also shows you how to join the squares as you go to minimize ends and eliminate sewing.

What you’ll learn:  3D mitered granny squares, standing and linked double crochet, 3rd loop crochet

• Small Size: 13″ x 13″ with 21″ strap.
• Large Size:  16.5″ x 21.5″ with 21″ strap.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4) Cotton recommended
• Yarn amount:  400-710 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Estimated time to complete:  7-12 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and videos for more advanced stitches
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  18

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The green tote pictured was made with Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in colors Cool Gray, Succulent, Jade, and Dragonfly (affiliate link).

The C2C Color Block Tote allows you to mix and match blocks of color to make a checkerboard, a solid color, or anything in between. You can even create your own graph to make an image!

Blocks are added to this tote bag using the corner-to-corner (C2C) join-as-you-go method. As a result, the C2C stitches all line up in a gorgeous texture. You will want to make lots of C2C Color Block Totes – make some for gifts, and keep some for yourself!

Because of the unique shape, it’s a bit of a 3D puzzle to put the pieces together. But with clear instructions for how to put it together, the bag works up quickly. If you get stuck, I’m happy to help.

What you’ll learn:  C2C join-as-you-go method in a 3D configuration

• Size: 12″ x 12″ with 21″ strap.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4) Cotton recommended
• Yarn amount:  380 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate. I recommend having some experience with the C2C stitch before making this tote bag.
• Estimated time to complete:  6 to 8 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  15

The pattern includes written instructions, tons of photos, a blank graph to create your own color pattern, and an example graph of a Boston Terrier face.

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!