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Spring is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate the season than with a gorgeous floral afghan. Get to work on these crochet afghan patterns today; grab your hook and yarn and head outside!

Follow one of these crochet flower motif patterns to make an afghan for a friend, or keep one for yourself.

They make great gifts and are the perfect thing to take with you on the family picnic or to an outdoor summer concert.

These flower crochet flower patterns work up to make quite the statement piece in anyone’s home.

Flowers never fail to brighten up any room of the house. The best thing about these flowers is that they don’t need watering! You can simply sit back, relax and enjoy!

Take a look inside this free eBook for some fabulous crochet flower granny square patterns, and other great free crochet flower patterns for afghans. There are crocheted flower patterns of all sizes and colors to choose from. Feel free to customize these free patterns, too! Choose your favorite color combinations to make them your own.

Springtime is symbolic for new beginnings, so get started on a new crochet project today with these fabulous crocheted flower patterns. Let this eBook be your guide to the colorful and exciting world of floral crochet.

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7 Springtime Afghan Patterns Table of Contents Abbreviations .................................. 5

Sassy Sunflower Afghan ................................. 9

Floral Granny Afghans................... 6

Floral Granny Squares ..................11

Spring Time Granny........................................ 6

Grace Adia Flower Square ........................... 11

Garden Trellis Afghan..................................... 7

Hexagonal Rosy Motif .................................. 12

Tulip Garden Afghan ...................................... 8

Julie’s Sunflower Square .............................. 14

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Abbreviations A, B, C – Color A, Color B, Color, C, etc.

Bobble - (Yoh and draw up a loop. Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) 5 times in next st. Yoh and draw through all 6 loops on hook. ch – chain dc – double crochet dec – decrease dpn – double pointed needle hdc – half double crochet inc – increase K – knit k2tog – knit next two stitches together kwise – knitwise m1 – make 1 mm – millimeters P – purl p2tog – purl next two stitches together pm or PM – place marker pwise – purlwise RS – right side rem – remaining rnd – round sc – single crochet sc2tog – single crochet two stitches together sk – skip sl st – slip stitch sp(s) – space(s) ssk – slip the next two stitches knit wise onto right hand needle, insert left hand needle into front loops of these stitches, knit together. st(s) – stitch(es) St st – stockinette stitch (knit right side rows, purl wrong side rows) tbl – through back loop tfl – through front loop tog – together tr – treble (or triple) crochet WS – wrong side yo – yarn over * or ** – repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated [ ] – work directions in brackets the number of times specified

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Floral Granny Afghans Spring Time Granny

By Crafts by Starlight for Craftown

Get a taste of spring at any time of year. Baby afghan patterns are simply the best during a busy baby shower season, Make a Spring Time Granny and give it to someone you love. It's a lightweight pattern that's full of personality and fun. Although you can choose whatever colors you’d like, the pastel colors that are shown here make this easy crochet flower pattern perfect for spring.

1, Rep from * 3 times, Last Rep end with 2 DC instead of 3 DC, SL to 3rd CH made, Tie off.

Rnd 5(Turquoise): Attach yarn to right corner sp, Ch 5, *SK 3 DC, (3 DC in CH 1 sp, CH 1, SK 3 DC) 3 times, In CH 3 sp (3 DC, CH 3, 3 DC), CH 1, Rep from * 3 times, Last Rep end with 2 DC instead of 3 DC, SL to 3rd CH made, CH 3, turn.

DO not tie off.

Rnd 6 (turquoise): DC around perimeter of motif, 5 DC in CH3 corner sp, SL to 1st DC made, Tie off hide string.

The Number of Spring Granny Squares needed depends on how big you want your blanket.

After all the Squares are made, connect squares in chosen fashion. I whip stitched my pieces together.

EDGING Rnd 1 (turquoise): SC around perimeter of blanket, 3 SC in the corners, SL to 1st SC made, CH 1, turn.

Rnd 2: * 1 SC, Sk 2 sps, 5 DC in next sp, Sk 2 sps, rep from * around blanket, SL to 1st SC made, Tie off.

MATERIALS:  Sensations Cuddle Yarn: Turquoise, Light Green, and Lilac  Crochet hook, 4 mm [US G-6]  Darning needle INSTRUCTIONS: BASE CH 5, SL to first CH made, CH 5 turn.

FLOWER APPLIQUE: Base: CH 12, SL to 1st CH made, CH 1 turn.

Rnd 1: In CH 12 Ring sp (SC, HDC, 2 DC, 2 TR, 2 DC, HDC, SC) 4 times, Tie off, leave long tail SEWING ON FLOWER APPLIQUES Take the long tail of each flower appliqué and connect a darning needle to the end. Place Appliqués on every other cross section in each row, on the next Row offset the appliqués from the row before, and sew perimeter of flower to connect.

Rnd 1 (Lilac): In CH 4 sp [*(3 DC, CH 3) rep from * 2 times, 2 DC, SL to 3rd CH sp from base of ring, Tie off.

Rnd 2 (Lt Green): Attach yarn to Right Corner sp, CH 5, SK 3 DC, * In CH 3 sp (3 DC, CH 3, 3 DC), CH 1, SK 3 DC, Rep from * 3 times, Last Rep end with 2 DC instead of 3 DC, SL to 3rd CH made, tie off.

Rnd 3 (Turquoise): Attach yarn to right corner sp, Ch 5, *Sk 3 DC, 3 DC in CH 1 sp, CH 1, SK 3 DC, In CH 3 sp ( 3 DC, CH 3, 3 DC), CH 1, Rep from * 3 times, Last Rep end with 2 DC instead of 3 DC, SL to 3rd CH made, Tie off.

Rnd 4 (Lt. Green): Attach yarn to right corner sp, Ch 5, *SK 3 DC, (3 DC in CH 1 sp, CH 1, SK 3 DC) 2 times, In CH 3 sp (3 DC, CH 3, 3 DC), CH

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Garden Trellis Afghan

By Moms Love of Crochet Celebrate spring with a free crochet pattern. This Garden Trellis Afghan is easy, breezy and fun to make. You'll love this light and airy afghan. The Garden Trellis is an intermediate afghan. This particular afghan would be great to take with you to outdoor concerts in the summertime or family barbeques; it’s sure to keep you warm and cozy once the sun sets.

Finished Size Approximately 48" x 67".

VINES: Beginning at bottom of any mesh section, sk 2 ch at right edge, join length of green at base of next dc, ch 2, sc in ch-2 lp to left and one row above, ch 2, sc in top of next dc to left and one row above, ch 2, sc in ch-2 lp to left and one row above. Create a curved vine along panel. Begin each vine at a different point to vary position of curves.

FLOWER: (make 75): With yellow, ch 5, join with sl st to form ring.

Rnd 1: 8 sc in ring; fasten off.

Rnd 2: Join contrasting colour in any sc, * sc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 3, 3 dc in same st , ch 3, sl st in saem st; rep from * 3 times more; join with sl st to first sc; fasten off.

LEAVES: (make 75): Using double strand of green yearn, ch 8. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in each of next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, sl st in last ch. Fasten off.

Using matching colour yarn, sew 15 flowers and 15 leaves randomly along vine of each trellis panel.

MATERIALS:  Worsted weight yarn 3 ½ oz Skeins 15 Skeins White  Scraps of same yarn or 11 colours for flowers, yellow for flower centers, green leaves  Crochet hook: 5.0mm [US H]

INSTRUCTIONS: With white, ch 203.

FOUNDATION ROW: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in next 9 ch; * (ch 2, skip 2 ch, dc in next ch) 7 times; dc in next 19 ch; rep from * 3 times more, then rep between ( ) 7 times more, dc in last 10 ch. Ch 3, turn.

Row 1: Skip first dc, dc in next 10 dc, * (ch 2, dc in next dc) 7 times, dc in next 19 dc; rep from * 3 times more, then rep ( ) 7 times more, end dc in last 9 dc, dc in top of turning ch.

Ch 3, turn.

Rep Row 1 for pattern until total length of afghan measures 60 inches. Fasten off.

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Tulip Garden Afghan

By Vicki Becker This cozy crocheted baby blanket is a great beginner project. Stitched in double crochet, the soft yarn is a multi-color blend that works up quickly, thus making it perfect for a quick gift. It would make a perfect gift for a baby shower, Easter, or Mother’s Day. Use the pastel colors seen here, or pick your own colors to match the décor in your home.

Finished Size Approximately 49” x 51”.

STRIP #2 Afghan Knit Stitch (Make 2) With color C, ch 38. Work 36 rows C; 10 rows B; 36 rows A; 10 row B; 36 rows C; 10 rows B; 36 rows A; and bind off.

STRIP #3 Afghan Knit Stitch (Make 2) With color B, ch 11. Make 174 rows B; and bind off.

Duplicate Stitch Follow the graph and duplicate stitch on the White squares.

Weave the strips together in the following order; Strip #2; #3; #1; #3; #2;

BORDER With Color B work 2 rows of dc around, 3 dc in each corner.

Tulip Garden Graph:

MATERIALS:  Red Heart Classic 4 ply yarn: Use these colors or pick colors to match your decor!  Color A - 24 oz White  Color B - 16 oz Rose Pink  Color C - 16 oz Cottage Garden (variegated)  Color D - 3 1/2 oz. Mint  Afghan hook, 15 mm [US N]  Crochet hook, size N GAUGE: Afghan Knit Stitch - 6 sts and 7 rows = 2 inches INSTRUCTIONS: STRIP # 1 Afghan Knit Stitch (Make 1) With color A, ch 38. Work 36 rows A; 10 rows B; 36 rows C; 10 rows B; 36 rows A; 10 rows B; 25 rows C; and bind off.

0-Rose Pink

X-Mint

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Sassy Sunflower Afghan

By Moms Love Of Crochet Get a taste of string any time of year! This Sassy Sunflower Afghan and is an absolute treat. You'll love the look of this crocheted pattern. The Sassy Sunflower Afghan is simply gorgeous, and is sure to bring some sunshine into any room of your house. The big, fiery blooms that cover this afghan are so beautiful, you will definitely be reminded of the sun every time you use it.

Finsihed Size Approximately 42” x 54”.

Rnd 1: Work 15 dc in 4th ch from hook; sl st to top of beg ch-3--16 sts.

Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc); * 2 dc in next st, dc in next st; rep from * around, ending 2 dc in last st; sl st to top of beg ch-3--24 sts.

Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sc in next st; * 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, ending 2 sc in last st; sl st to beg sc with gold–32 sts. Fasten off brown.

Rnd 4: Ch 2 (counts as hdc); * 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st; rep from * around; sl st to top of beg ch-2--48 sts.

Rnd 5: Beg cl; * ch 5, cl over next 4 sts; rep from * around, ending ch 5; with green sl st to top of beg cl with green–12 cl petals. Fasten off gold.

Rnd 6: Sl st to first ch-5 sp, ch 1; (6 sc in each ch5 sp) around; sl st to beg sc–72 sts.

Rnd 7: Ch 4 (counts as tr), working in each st around, dc, hdc; * 12 sc, hdc, dc, tr, ch 4 **, tr, dc, hdc; rep from * around, ending at **; sl st to top of beg ch-4. Fasten off.

ASSEMBLY: Arrange blocks into eight horizontal rows with six blocks each. Use gold to join all blocks.

MATERIALS:  Worsted weight yarn 3 oz Skeins, 3 Skeins Brown, 4 Skeins Gold, 3 Skeins Green  Crochet hook, 5.0 mm [US H-8] NOTE: To change yarn colour, work last st of current colour, keeping last loop. Drop current colour, yo with new colour, and draw through both lps on hook.

STITCHES USED: Beg Cl (beginning cluster): Ch 4 (counts as tr), holding back last lp of each st on hook, tr in next 3 sts, yo and draw through all 4 lps on hook.

Cl (cluster): Holding back last lp of each st on hook, tr in next 4 sts, yo and draw through all 5 lps on hook.

INSTRUCTIONS: SUNFLOWER BLOCK: Make 48.

Horizontal Seams: Beginning at upper right had corner of arrangement, place first 2 blocks of first 2 horizontal rows with right sides tog, sk corner ch-4 sp and join yarn (draw up a lp, ch 1) in inside (front) lps of first st to left of corner sp on both blocks. Sc in same sp as joining; * sc in inside (front) lps of each st across blocks to corner ch-4 sp, ch 4, sk corner ch-4 sp; rep from * across row, picking up next 2 blocks of row.

Fasten off after last st before last ch-4 corner sp of last 2 blocks. Rep to join all horizontal seams.

Vertical Seams: Holding first 2 blocks of first vertical seam right sides tog, join yarn (draw up a lp, ch 1) in inside (front) lps of first st to left of corner sp on both blocks. Sc in same sp as joining; * sc in inside (front) lps of each st across blocks to corner ch-4 sp, ch 2, sc around ch-4 of horizontal seam, ch 2; rep from * across row, picking up next 2 blocks of row. Fasten off after last st before last ch-4 corner sp of last 2 blocks.

Rep to join all vertical seams.

With brown, ch 4.

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7 Springtime Afghan Patterns BORDER: Join brown in any corner ch-4 sp (draw up a lp, ch 1).

Rnd 1: * Work 5 sc in corner ch-4 sp, sc in each st across side working (3 sc in ch-4 sp, dc in seam, 3 sc in next ch-4 sp) in block corners; rep from * around; sl st in beg sc–692 sts.

Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each st around, working 3 dc in center sc of each 5-sc corner group; sl st to top of beg ch-3--700sts.

Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc); working 3 dc in center of each 7-dc corner group, work 2 brown dc, 1 gold dc around; end working 1 gold dc; sl st to top of beg ch-3--708 sts. Fasten off brown.

Rnd 4: * Ch 5, beg in 2nd ch from hook work (sc, hdc, dc, tr), sk 2 sts of border, sl st in next st; rep from * around; sl st in beg sc. Fasten off.

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Floral Granny Squares Grace Adia Flower Square

By One Crochet at a Time This Grace Adia Square is perfect for teens!

They'll love this simple crochet pattern because it's cute and fun. Mix and match any two colors you want with this Grace Adia Flower Square. Get started on this pretty little crochet flower granny square today!

6” Square

Rnd 2: Ch3, DC in same st, ch1 (FPDC, CH1, 2DC, CH1) 5 times. FPDC in one, Ch1 and join.

Rnd 3: Ch3, 2dc in same st, 3DC in next st (SS in ch1 sp, FPDC in fpdc, SS in next ch1 sp, 3DC in next 2 sts.) 5 times. SS in ch1 sp. FPDC in next fpdc, SS in next ch1 sp and join in top of beg ch3.

Rnd 4: Ch1 (Behind petals) (FPDC in dc of rnd 2, ch1, FPDC in next dc, Ch2, skip next fpdc) 6 times. Join in top of 1st dc.

NOTE: if using two colors, FO flower color.

NOTE: Ok remember the round 2 instructions? you were doing one fpdc, and then two dc together.........well in round 4, you are skipping the fpdc of round 2, but doing the fpdc around the post of the two that were done together. Make sense?

NOTE: If using two colors, join your background color to the top of the ch where you joined and FO in rnd 4 Rnd 5: Ch3, DC, ch2, 2DC in same st. *(2dc in next ch sp, 1DC in nex st)2 times. 2DC in next ch sp, IN next dc work 2dc, ch2, 2dc.* Repeat 3 times. (2dc in next ch sp, 1dc in next st) 2 times, 2Dc in next ch sp and join. (48dc)

MATERIALS:  Worsted Weight yarn  Crochet hook, H .

Abbreviations: SS=slip stitch ST=stitch Sp= space FO=Fasten Off FPDC=Front post double crochet FPHC=Front post half double crochet BEG Corner=Ch3, DC, ch2, 2dc in corner ch2 sp.

Rnd 6: SS into corner ch2 sp and BEG corner.

(FPDC in next dc, DC in next 10 sts. FPDC in next st, IN next Ch2 sp work 2dc, ch2, 2dc.) 3 times.

FPDC in next dc, DC in next 10 sts, FPDC in next then join. (64dc) Rnd 7: SS into ch2 sp and work a Ch2, HDC, ch2, 2HDC. *HDC in next 2 sts, FPHC in next fpdc, hdc in next 10 sts, FPHC in next fpdc, HDC in next 2 sts. In next corner ch2 sp, work 2hdc, ch2, 2hdc.* Repeat 3 more times. HDC in next 2 sts, FPHC in next fpdc, hdc in next 10 sts, FPHC in next fpdc, HDC in next 2 sts and join. (80hdc)

INSTRUCTIONS: With flower color (if using two colors): Ch4 join to form a ring Rnd 1: Ch3 and work 11 dc in ring. Join in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (12)

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Hexagonal Rosy Motif

By Megan Mills This Hexagonal Rosy Motif is the perfect basis for a floral afghan. Attach these hexagons together to create a gortgeous and elegant crocheted afghan.

This floral afghan is sure to become a family heirloom! Roses have long been a symbol of love, so this Rosy Hexagonal Motif granny square would make a great Valentine’s Day gift, or Anniversary present for that special someone.

Cuddle up on the couch with this rose-inspired pattern for years and years to come!

Each hexagon measures approximately 8 inches across.

loops on hook, yoh and draw through 3 loops on hook).

4-dc: 4 dc bobbles (1 dc, 3 dc into bottom of this dc, remove hook from loop and reinsert in first dc, draw loop through, ch 1 tightly).

A Note on Joining-Motifs-As-You-Go On the final round decide where you need to join to another motif. Work the stitch you’ll want to join.

Drop the loop from the hook. Pull it up through the top of the stitch you want to join it to on the other motif. Work the next stitch on your current motif.

Repeat. You will get a very tidy attractive seam that is as flexible as the rest of your work. You can vary this if you like by pulling the loop down through the top of the stitch you want to join to.

This produces the reverse effect and is very nice in its own right. (Aha! If you just thought that this must mean both sides of your work will look good using this method you are right).

INSTRUCTIONS: Pattern Start with a ring made by wrapping the tail of the yarn clockwise around your finger or thumb three times. You will start the first of your chain by drawing the working end up through the ring to form the first loop. At the end of your first round you can tighten the ring to the perfect size.

MATERIALS:  Cleckheaton Machinewash 8 Ply Crepe. It is grown and spun in Australia and has about 100m (110 yards) per ball. 1 x 50 gr in each of burgundy (A), pink (B), green (C) and white (D) or any colour-way of your choice in a suitable Double Knitting (knitting worsted) yarn will do – as long as you love it. You’re making an heirloom so you want to be sure it feels good, looks good and lasts well!  Crochet hook, 1.5mm [US H-8]  1 Tapestry needle GAUGE: I have given you the size I achieved with this yarn. Your motif may vary in size but don’t worry about that. Aim for a motif that lies flat and looks pretty and then just make as many as you need to achieve the desired size for your project.

Special Stitches Htr: half treble (yoh x 2, poke through indicated st and draw through a loop, yoh and draw through 2

Round 1: With Colour A ch 3, 4 dc in ring, remove hook from loop, insert hook in 3rd st of ch 3 and draw loop through, ch1 tightly, ch 4, *5 dc in ring, remove hook from loop, insert hook in first dc and draw loop through, ch 1 tightly, (bobble made), ch 4, repeat from *, join – 3 bobbles and 3 ch 4 spaces.

Round 2: *In next ch space work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1hc, 1 sc (petal), ss in top of bobble, repeat from * 2 times more, join. Fasten off.

Round 3: With right side facing you, join Colour B in back at top of bobble. Holding petals forward, *ch 4, 1 dc between bobbles on Round 1, ch 4, sl st at back at top of next bobble. Repeat from *, ending ch 4, sl st in first sc where you started round to join - 6 ch 4 spaces.

Round 4: In ch 4 loops work petals all around working a ss into the top of each dc between petals, join - 6 Colour B petals. Fasten off.

Round 5: With right side facing you, holding petals forward, join Colour C in any junction between Colour B petals, *ch 8 loosely and then, working in

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7 Springtime Afghan Patterns the back ridge, 1 sc in 2nd st from hook, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 1 htr, 1 tr, holding petals forward 1 ss at next junction between petals. Repeat from * all around, join - 6 leaves.

Round 6: Ss in next st, *6 sc on side of next leaf, (1sc in side of last sc) 3 times, 6 sc on other side of same leaf, skip 2 sts. Repeat from * all around, join. Fasten off.

Round 7: With right side facing you, join Colour D in center sc at point of any leaf and do 2 sc in same st, *1 hdc, 1dc, 1 dc/htr dec, 1 tr, 1 tr dec over next 4 sts (by missing centre 2), 1 tr, 1 htr/dc dec, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 3 sc in next st. Repeat from * around, ending last repeat 1 sc in point of leaf, join.

Round 8: 2 sc in same space, *1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 htr, 1 htr/tr/htr dec over next 3 sts, 1 htr, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 3 sc in next st. Repeat from * around ending with 1sc in next sc. Join.

Round 9: Ch 4, 1tr in same sp, *skip 1 st, 1 htr, 2 dc, 3 4-dc, 2 dc, 1 htr, skip 1 st, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in next st. Repeat from * around ending with 2tr, ch 2, join to 4th ch at beginning of round. Fasten off.

Round 10: Join in Colour A in any 2 ch space. 3ch, 1dc, *1dc in every stitch to the next corner. (2 dc, 2 ch, 2 dc) in the 2 ch space. Repeat from * around ending with 2 dc in the 2 ch sp, 2ch, join.

Fasten Off. Round 11: Join in Colour B halfway along any side. Work 1 sc in every stitch along the sides and 3 sc in each 2 ch space. Fasten Off. Tidy away all your ends.Round 5: Ch 3, dc in same st, * [dc in next st, 2 dc in next st] 6 times; dc in next st, sc in next ch-3 space; repeat from * around; join.

Fasten off.

Weave in ends.

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Julie’s Sunflower Square

By Julie A. Bolduc This granny square is cheerful and sunny. Julie's Sunflower Square can be incorporated into many crochet afghan patterns. If this doesn’t get you excited for spring, we’re not sure what will! This cheerful and sunny pattern is impossible to resist; you’re sure to enjoy making this crochet flower granny square.

FINISHED SIZE: 7” x 7”

RND 4: Join orange to same st as slst. Work in back lps only. (Ch8. Slst in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in each of the next 2 chs. Hdc in each of the next 2 chs. Dc in each of the next 2 chs.) Sk next sc. *Slst in next sc. Rep bet () once. Sk next sc. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to first ch of the first ch8.

Fasten off.

RND 5: Working behind petals just made and on the back lps only of the skipped scs. Join green to any skipped sc. Ch1, sc in same st. 2sc in each skipped sc around. Join w/slst to ch1. (36sc) RND 6: Work in both lps. Ch3, dc in same st as slst. Ch2. 2dc in next sc. (Ch1. Sk next st 2dc in next sc. three times) *Ch1. Sk next st. 2dc in next sc. Ch2. 2dc in next st. Rep bet () once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

RND 7: Slst in next dc and into the next ch2 corner sp. Ch3, dc, ch2, 2dc in same sp. Ch1.

(2dc in next ch1 sp. Ch1. four times) *2dc, ch2, 2dc in next ch2 corner sp. Rep bet () once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

RND 8: Slst in next dc and into the next ch2 corner sp. Ch3, dc, ch2, 2dc in same sp. Ch1.

(2dc in next ch1 sp. Ch1. five times.) *2dc, ch2, 2dc in next ch2 corner sp. Rep bet () once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

MATERIALS:  Small amounts each of worsted weight acrylic yarn in brown, orange, and green. Red Heart was used in the example.  Aluminum Crochet hook, 5 mm [US H-5]  Yarn needle YARN THICKNESS: 4 mm GAUGE: 4 sc= 1” INSTRUCTIONS: RND 1: With brown. Ch4, join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Ch1. 11 sc in ring. Join w/slst to ch1.

RND 2: Work in back lp only. Ch1. Sc in same st as slst. 2sc in each sc around. Join w/slst to ch1.

(24 sc)

RND 9: Ch1. Sc in next dc. 2sc, ch2, 2sc in next ch2 corner sp. Sc in each of the next 2 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. (Sc in each of the next 2 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. five times) *Sc in each of the next 2 dc. 2sc, ch2, 2sc in next ch2 corner sp. Sc in each of the next 2 dc. Sc in next ch1 sp. Rep bet () once. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to ch1.

Fasten off green.

Inside Orange Petals: Join orange yarn to the front lp of any of the skipped sc of rnd 4 where you joined the green.

(This round of petals is shorter than the first round of petals.) *Ch6. Slst in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in each of the next 2 chs. Hdc in each of the next 2 chs. Slst in front lp of next skipped sc. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to first ch of the first ch6.

Fasten off, weave ends into back of work.

RND 3: Work in back lp only. Ch1. 2sc in next st. *1sc in next st. 2sc in next st. Rep from * around.

Join w/slst to ch1. (36sc) Fasten off brown.

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Included in this eBook: Floral Afghans and Granny Squares

Spring Time Granny

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Spring Time Granny, pg. 5

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Sassy Sunflower Afghan, pg. 8

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Julie’s Sunflower Square, pg. 14

Grace Adia Flower Square

Sassy Sunflower Afghan