Afghan Blankets in Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool - 7059 - Downloadable PDF

Crochet Afghan Blankets in Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool – Pattern 7059

This downloadable PDF pattern from Hayfield presents two beautifully distinct crochet afghan blankets, both worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool yarn. Whether you are drawn to bold geometric stripes or classic hexagon motifs, this pattern offers a rewarding project for crochet enthusiasts who enjoy working with an aran weight yarn to produce warm, substantial throws. Each blanket is generously sized and makes an impressive addition to any home, or a thoughtful handmade gift.

Design One: Striped Zig Zag Blanket

What Is Being Made

The Striped Zig Zag Blanket is a large square crochet throw measuring approximately 127 x 127 cm (50 x 50 inches). The design features a classic ripple or chevron construction worked in two contrasting shades, creating a striking striped zig zag effect across the entire blanket. This style of blanket is a perennial favourite in crochet, combining rhythmic, repetitive stitch work with bold visual impact.

Techniques Used

• Ripple or chevron crochet – the foundational technique of this blanket, creating the characteristic zig zag wave pattern by working increases and decreases at regular intervals across each row
• Two-colour striping – the blanket is worked in a main shade and a contrast shade, with colour changes used to build the striped effect throughout
• Working in rows – the blanket is constructed row by row from one edge to the other, making it straightforward to adjust length if desired
• Turning and joining – slip stitches are used at row ends and joins, keeping edges neat and consistent

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – used for the foundation and for turning at the end of rows
• Slip stitch (ss) – used for joining and finishing
• Half treble (htr) – a mid-height stitch adding texture and body to the fabric
• Treble (tr) – the primary stitch used to build the ripple pattern
• tr2tog – a treble two together decrease, worked by inserting the hook into the next treble, drawing through loops twice, then completing the decrease; this shaping stitch creates the valleys of the zig zag
• tr3tog – a treble three together decrease, similarly used to shape the wave formation
• Yarn over hook (yoh) – the fundamental action underpinning all treble-based stitches in this pattern

Materials

• Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool – shade 763 (main shade), 1 x 400g ball
• Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool – shade 842 (contrast shade), 1 x 400g ball
• Crochet hook: 5.00mm (UK6 / US H/8)

Design Two: Hexagon Blanket

What Is Being Made

The Hexagon Blanket is a crochet throw measuring approximately 117 x 99 cm (46 x 39 inches), constructed by joining individual hexagon motifs together to form a cohesive, patchwork-style blanket. Hexagon motifs are one of the most beloved formats in crochet blanket making — each small piece is worked in the round, making them highly portable and satisfying to complete one at a time. The finished blanket has a rich, textured surface with the natural geometry of the hexagon shapes clearly visible across the fabric.

Techniques Used

• Crochet in the round – each hexagon motif is worked from a central ring outward, building up rounds of stitches until the hexagon reaches its full size
• Motif construction – individual hexagons are completed separately before being assembled, allowing the crocheter to work on