Noro Big Granny Afghan Blanket Crochet Pattern

Noro Big Granny Afghan

What Is Being Made

The Noro Big Granny Afghan is a crocheted blanket and throw designed to finish at approximately 54 inches by 137 centimeters square. This is a substantial, finished piece suitable for use as a decorative throw or functional blanket for home décor.

Craft and Project Type

This is a crochet project classified as a blanket and throw. The pattern is presented in downloadable PDF format, making it accessible for crafters to work from digital instructions.

Techniques Used

The Big Granny Afghan employs lace techniques combined with a worked flat construction method. This approach creates an openwork aesthetic typical of traditional granny-style afghans while maintaining a structured, flat construction throughout the project. The lace elements add visual interest and drape to the finished piece.

Stitches and Stitch Details

• Double crochet (dc) — The primary stitch used, with the pattern organized into 3 double crochet groups measured to 4 inches per 10 centimeters using the specified hook size
• Slip stitch (ss) — Used for joining and finishing techniques
• Yarn over — Essential for creating the lace openwork and increasing stitches throughout the pattern
• Skip stitches — Employed to create the lace pattern by skipping specified numbers of stitches and working into subsequent stitches
• No stitch spaces — Chart notation indicating areas where stitches have been decreased or not yet made, which crafters skip while working the active stitches of the chart

Materials and Tools

The Noro Big Granny Afghan requires 5 balls of Noro Ito yarn in colorway #04, with each ball weighing 200 grams. A Size US N-13/9mm crochet hook (or the appropriate size to obtain proper gauge) is necessary to complete this project. The pattern editor recommends using LYKKE® hooks for best results.

Gauge

Proper gauge is critical for this project: 3 double crochet groups should measure 4 inches (10 centimeters) when worked with the size US N-13/9mm hook. Crafters are advised to take time to check gauge before beginning the full project to ensure the finished afghan meets the intended finished measurements.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as EASY, making it accessible to crocheters with basic to intermediate skills who are comfortable working with double crochet stitches and following chart-based instructions.