Overlapping Squares Afghan by Irina Poludnenko

Overlapping Squares Afghan

Knitting
Aran (8 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Garter Stitch
US 9 - 5.5 mm
2720 yards (2487 m)
One Size - about 46" x 50"
English
This pattern is available for free.

Pattern #: L50221

SKILL LEVEL: Easy (Level 2)

SIZE: One Size

About 46 x 50 in. (117 x 127 cm)

YARN COLORS:

3 balls - 860-147 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Purple
1 ball - 860-146 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Dusty Purple (Color A)
1 ball - 860-174 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Olive (Color B)
1 ball - 860-173 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Dusty Green (Color C)
1 ball - 860-105 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Silver Blue (Color D)
1 ball - 860-111 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Sky Blue (Color E)
1 ball - 860-183 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Periwinkle (Color F)
1 ball - 860-191 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Lilac (Color G)
1 ball - 860-106 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Aquamarine ((Color H)
1 ball - 860-175 Vannas Choice Yarn: Radiant Lime (Color I)
1 ball - 860-158 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Mustard (Color J)
1 ball - 860-112 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Raspberry (Color K)
1 ball - 860-142 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Rose (ColorL)
1 ball - 860-134 Vanna’s Choice Yarn: Terracotta (Color M)

OTHER MATERIALS:

US Size 9 (5.5 mm) Knitting Needles
Tapestry Needle
Split Ring Stitch Markers
Stitch Holders

GAUGE:

14 sts + 24 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) over Garter st (knit every st on every row).

When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. The needle or hook size called for in the pattern is based on what the designer used, but it is not unusual for gauge to vary from person to person. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make your swatch, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

NOTES:

  1. Each row of Afghan is worked in pieces. For the first row, 7 pieces are worked separately.
  2. For the second row, sts are picked up and worked across edges of pieces in previous row to make joining pieces.
  3. Multiple colors are used on each odd-numbered row. Refer to the diagram for which color to use for each piece.
  4. All pieces on even-numbered rows are worked with A only.
  5. We’ve included diagrams to make the construction and joining processes clear. Refer to the diagrams as you make the Afghan.