A contemporary take on the traditional ripple.
I’m always on the hunt for a free crochet afghan pattern that is different that anything else I have seen before. Lately, I have been drawn to designs that lean more to the modern contemporary vibe.
From the simple colors to the clean lines, these designs are different enough to keep my attention while I work. I find that with these cleaner designs, combined with the colors and stitches chosen, that the simplicity of the design becomes fresh, modern and a nice focal point in any decor.
I’ve also found that these more modern and contemporary afghan patterns make wonderful gifts to make for the men in your life. The simple designs will appeal to them, as well as a more subdued color palette.
Traditional Designs Made Modern
The big and bold blocks of color take this traditional design and give it a modern twist.
While these designs might be something that our grandmothers worked up, by switching up the more traditional colors and stitches, these crochet afghan patterns become new and appealing once again. Any of these designs can be made to match our more modern decors and in any color scheme, so one is sure to look fabulous with your decor.
- Ridiculously Easy Sawtooth Crochet Afghan from Bernat
- Contemporary Zig Zag Throw
- Modern Crochet Ripple Pattern
- Modern Wedding Ring Throw from Bernat
- Winter Flowers Afghan
Modern Crochet Designs for Everyone
Houndstooth gets a modern twist with this free crochet afghan pattern.
These designs are some of our favorite modern free crochet afghan patterns. They are clean, simple, easy to work and blend well with so many decors. Any of these designs would look fabulous worked up in monochromatic color palettes. The designs are just different enough to intriguing and they’re sure to catch the eye of all who see them. You are going to have such fun working them up.
- Square Upon Square Throw
- Contemporary Granny Ripple Throw
- Contemporary Stash Busting Blocks Throw from Red Heart Yarn
- Contemporary Plaid Crochet Afghan Pattern
- 16-Circles Square
- Modern Houndstooth Patchwork Blanket
Which design are you excited to try?
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I recently moved and thought I should start crocheting and knitting again. A small project was what I thought would be best. I haven’t picked up a needle or hook for over 10 years. We don’t have a yarn shop here, and Walmart has yarn so I was set to go. Red Heart* Boutique Sashay Sparkle was my project thinking an easy scarf for a friend would be best. I was able to put the first needle in the first 5 stitches, change hands and it says to pick up the other needle in the right hand and knit between the stitches on the left hand. Knit with what? Maybe I’ve forgotton more than I thought I had. Could someone help?