Tree of Love Heirloom Afghan

Tree of Love Heirloom Afghan

Project Overview

The Tree of Love Afghan is an easy-to-make crochet blanket designed by Deja Joy of Knit and Crochet Ever After. This heirloom-quality throw blanket combines simple crochet techniques with a finished size of approximately 36 inches wide by 62 inches long, making it an ideal decorative piece for beds, couches, or as a cherished gift.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a rectangular crochet blanket suitable for use as an afghan or throw. The finished dimensions of 36" × 62" provide generous coverage while remaining manageable for crocheters of all experience levels. The design is intended to become an heirloom piece, suggesting timeless appeal and lasting quality.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Tree of Love Afghan employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginners. The pattern uses the following core stitches and methods:

• Single Crochet (SC): The primary stitch throughout the blanket, worked in consistent rows to create a dense, structured fabric
• Chain Stitch (CH): Used to establish the foundation with an initial chain of 126 stitches and to turn rows
• Bobble Stitch: A textured stitch incorporated into the pattern for visual interest and dimensional detail
• Row-by-row construction: The blanket is built by working alternating right-side and wrong-side rows, with turning chains between rows

The pattern instructions are written in a simplified format where the number of stitches to crochet is listed directly after the stitch abbreviation, making it easy to follow even for beginners.

Materials and Tools

The Tree of Love Afghan requires approximately 3000 yards of worsted weight yarn. The original design calls for Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Cream (colorway 25695), which is a 100% wool yarn offered in 100-gram skeins with 218 yards per skein. Substitute worsted weight yarns of similar yardage and weight are suitable alternatives.

Additional materials include:

• Crochet Hook: 6mm [US-J] size
• Yarn or Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and finishing

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The pattern specifies a gauge of 4 inches equaling 14 single crochets and 18 rows. Achieving the correct gauge ensures the blanket reaches its intended finished measurements of approximately 36 inches wide by 62 inches long. The blanket begins with a foundation chain of 126 stitches.

Skill Level and Accessibility

Rated as Easy difficulty, the Tree of Love Afghan is designed for beginner crocheters. The straightforward combination of single crochet and bobble stitches, along with clear written instructions, makes this project accessible to those new to crochet while remaining satisfying for more experienced makers. The pattern includes references to step-by-step video tutorials available through Knit and Crochet Ever After to support learners.