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Mile-a-Minute Afghans - PS084
Skill Level
Intermediate
Materials
Shells & Tassels afghan
Bulky Weight Yarn;
Fisherman (MC) – 30 oz, 1350 yds;
Country Green (CC) – 15 oz, 675 yds;
7” x 6” piece of Cardboard
Peaches ‘N Crème
Worsted Weight Yarn:
Peach (MC) - 32 oz, 1760 yd;
White (CC) - 12 oz, 660 yd;
7” x 6” piece of Cardboard
Spiderweb
Worsted Weight Yarn:
Ecru (MC) - 26 oz, 1430 yd;
Rose (R) - 12 oz, 660 yd;
Green (G) - 14 oz, 770 yd
Yarn Needle
Gauge:
Shells and Tassels
Rows 1-3 = 2 ½“,
Panel = 6 ½” wide
Peaches ‘N Crème
3 shell rows = 2”, 1 strip = 6” wide
Spiderweb
Each strip = 8” wide
Size
Shells and Tassels: 52” x 62”, not including tassels;
Peaches ‘N Crème: 40” x 60”, not including tassels;
Spiderweb: 58” x 67”
With summer almost here you can’t help but love these three wonderful afghans! Their bright colors are perfect to add a pop of color to your home, or give as a gift!
The Peaches and Cream afghan reminds us of ice cream. Made with simple crochet strips of shells and then sewn together it’s not long before you have a perfect home decor item or housewarming gift!
The lovely Spider Web Afghan fills the bill with its delicate lace strips, edged in garden colors. Just the thing to celebrate spring! Delicate spider webs among the rose petals add a feminine decorating touch to your home.
The elegant Shells and Tassels Afghan works up quickly with Lion Brand’s Jiffy Yarn. Mohair-like softness adorns this affordable yarn and makes the Shells and Tassels afghan a cozy accent to any living room.
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