Have you learned the basics of crochet and are looking for an easy afghan project on which to practice your skills?
Want an afghan that’s sleek and elegant but doesn’t take forever to work up?
Been crocheting for a while and want a pattern that’s fairly mindless yet still produces a stunning finished piece?

The Diamonds in the Sand Easy Crochet Afghan Pattern is great for beginners and experienced crocheters alike because all you need to know is how to chain, double crochet, and skip stitches. The diamond pattern works on an intuitive level, so the pattern is easy to pick up. And, for every stretch of diamonds, there’s a stretch of even stitches afterwards to keep your hook flying along.

There are written directions for each row and a diamond motif chart to help you visualize what the instructions are calling for you to do.

This pattern requires approximately 2000-2100 yards of a heavy worsted weight yarn. The yarn pictured is Caron One Pound in color Lace. Other required items are a K-10.5/6.5mm hook, a tapestry needle, and scissors.

Use this pattern to fine-tune your comprehension of crochet basics and/or to practice your tension. Or, use this pattern to whip up a quick and elegant heirloom gift or classy piece of home décor to match any room in your house.