If the thought of tackling a big crochet project seems intimidating, this blanket is a good place to start. Using a simple pattern, you’ll make a set of granny squares – some with a single colour change – then join them together to create a bold chevron design. Easier than you thought, right?

To prevent having to weave in all those ends, when you join on a new yarn, insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over with both the yarn and the tail, and work the chain or stitch holding both yarns together. Do this for a couple of stitches, then you can trim the tail at the back of your work and it’ll be secure.