Sand Dollar Dream Afghan
Make this Sand Dollar Dream Afghan if you're looking to brighten up your home. The beautiful star design will make you feel like you're relaxing under the evening sky or surfing the waves at the beach. This free crochet afghan pattern by Bernat is an intermediate crochet pattern to complete. Use your two favorite contrasting colors to complete this homemade blanket, or choose two colors that match your home decor. It measures approximately 44 by 54 inches when complete. Use your two favorite contrasting colors to complete this homemade blanket, or choose two colors that match your home decor. It measures approximately 44 by 54 inches when complete. Thanks to imjstagrl 6312434 for the great name suggestion! You all had amazing suggestions!
Crochet HookJ/10 or 6 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
MATERIALS
- Bernat® Super Value (197 g/7 oz; 389 m/426 yds)
Main Color (MC) Clay (53041) 4 balls
Contrast A Aqua (53201) 2 balls - Size 6 mm (U.S. J/10) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
- CLICK HERE FOR THE PATTERN/DIAGRAM PDF
GAUGE
11 dc and 6 rows = 4" [10 cm]. Motif = 7" [18 cm] square.
MEASUREMENTS
Approx 44" x 54" [112 x 137 cm].
NOTES:
Carry color when not in use loosely across top of previous rnd and work sts around it to prevent stranding.
When joining colors, work to last 2 loops on hook of first color.
Draw new color through last 2 loops and proceed.
Ch 3 at beg of rnd counts as dc throughout.
INSTRUCTIONS
Motif (make 42). (see diagram in materials list, page 2)
With A, ch 3. Join with sl st to first ch to form ring.
1st rnd: (RS). Ch 3. 11 dc into ring. Join MC with sl st to top of ch 3. 12 dc. Do not break A.
2nd rnd: With MC, ch 3. With A, dcfp around ch 3 from last rnd. *With MC, dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around same dc. Rep from * 10 times more. Join MC with sl st top of ch 3. 24 sts.
3rd rnd: With MC, ch 3. 1 dc in same sp as last sl st. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. *With MC, 2 dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. Rep from * 10 times more. Join MC with sl st to top of ch 3. 36 sts.
4th rnd: With MC, ch 3. 2 dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. *With MC, 1 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. Rep from * 10 times more. Join MC with sl st to top of ch 3. 48 sts.
5th rnd: With MC, ch 3. 1 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. *With MC, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. 2 dc in next dc. With A, dcfp around next dcfp. Rep from * 10 times more. Join MC with sl st to top of ch 3. Break A. 60 sts.
6th rnd: With MC, ch 7 (counts as tr and ch 3). 1 tr in same sp as last sl st.
Working in back loops only, *1 dc in next dc. 1 hdc in next dc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sts. 1 hdc in next dc. 1 dc in next dc. (1 tr. Ch 3. 1 tr) in next st. Rep from * twice more. 1 dc in next dc. 1 hdc in next dc. 1 sc in each of next 10 sts. 1 hdc in next dc. 1 dc in next dc. Join with sl st to 4th ch of ch 7.
7th rnd: Ch 1. Working in both loops, 1 sc in first tr. 5 sc in next ch-3 sp. *1 sc in each of next 16 sts. 5 sc in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. 1 sc in each of next 15 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. 84 sc.
Sew Motifs tog into 6 Strips, 7 Motifs long. Sew Strips tog.
Edging:
With RS facing, join MC with sl st in back loop only to top left corner sc.
1st rnd: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 3 sc in same sp as last sl st. Work 154 sc evenly down side of Blanket. 3 sc in corner sc. Work 132 sc evenly across bottom of Blanket. 3 sc in corner sc. Work 154 sc evenly up side of Blanket. 3 sc in corner sc. Work 132 sc evenly across top of Blanket. Join with sl st to first sc. 584 sc.
2nd to 4th rnds: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each sc around, working 3 sc in each corner sc. Join with sl st to first sc. Join A at end of 4th rnd.
5th rnd: With A, ch 1. Working from left to right instead of right to left as usual, work 1 reverse sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Fasten off.
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Zeemer
Jul 16, 2018
Wow. These look like starfish sewn together. I like the combination they used here - gray and medium blue. I can also change the combination if I want to.
mulberrygalprinces s
Jun 11, 2018
Very pretty and very appropriate for me since I live in Florida. I have found many sand dollars on the west coast shores. I have a few in a glass shadow box that I think would look great with a piece of this in the background of that box. You have inspired me yet again!
Morehouse17
Feb 28, 2018
Here is another crochet pattern that is worked in motifs. I may take some time to get them all made but the option is you can carry this one along with you and whenever you have a few spare moments you can work on it. The design shows as intermediate but with patience, anyone can work up this motif. Happy crocheting.
Delphine Bryant
Feb 25, 2018
Wow! Almost 500 comments on this pattern. It is beautiful and I took the time to read some of the posts. I know if anyone elects to make this they will be happy with the finished project. It is striking to look at.
JaneEK
Sep 10, 2017
For some reason, the project photo didnt appear at the top of this page and I was stuck with the tiny thumbnail near the comment section. But if you look closely in the Materials list, theres a hot link to something called a Diagram. Do click on it, because it actually leads to a .pdf of the entire pattern, not just a single chart. So glad I did this because I would have abandoned this project entirely.
Stephanie Hantz
Mar 26, 2017
I love the color scheme for this afghan. I can even see it taking on fantastical colors or even making each one different. I was glad to see that it had already been made as it always helps to know. I also like the fact that each motif is made in the round, as a lot of the work I do is in the round so it will feel comfortable.
jbarry2628 2552679
Mar 11, 2017
Stunning afghan. I just finished using Caron One Pound in off white with the star done in aqua. About to start another for myself. While this is not a quick project, it's great to do while watching TV or traveling in car.
amandagrobler26 54 20719
May 24, 2017
Can you please send met a photo of round 2 taken from the top. I can't figure it out and would like to make it. Maybe you have more pictures.
Hippie Chick
Mar 07, 2017
Very colorful sand dollars that accent this afghan and brighten it up. Love the way the color contrasts and stands out so much from the base of the afghan. It does remind me instantly of being in the sand on the beach looking for sea shells. Add a couple of matching pillows and you are ready for a day of sun worshipping and listening to the waves
Lynn K
Feb 10, 2017
Such a beautiful afghan! I love the colours although I will have to use a slightly lighter main colour to fit in with our existing family room colours. It seems we can never have enough afghans to snuggle under on cooler nights the children even argue over their favorites. Ive done a small test square and the pattern seems detailed and relatively easy so Ill be starting soon!
Zeemer
Jul 10, 2016
This is a unique design with the star in the center extending its rays out. It helps that the pattern is right on the front page.
imjstagrl 6312434
Mar 29, 2013
I just noticed that you guys used my suggestion for the name! Yippee!! :-)
amnino 4315699
Mar 13, 2013
stars under the evening sky....that would b my name for the afghan
reddragun382000 38 03080
Mar 12, 2013
Thanks for the giveaway. Charlottes web is the name I would use.
wotmaniac1 9860792
Mar 12, 2013
'Pinocchio Dreams' the stars represent wishes and are blue for the fairy.
lady bostons
Mar 12, 2013
I would call it Sand Star....because it looks like a star laying on sand.
Jari
Mar 12, 2013
It looks like start coming out from behind stormy clouds, so my name for it is something like Stars Over Clouds
routleyfamily 2510 878
Mar 12, 2013
I think this afghan looks like it should be called Sea Stars.
cintiamorrowind 78 39967
Mar 12, 2013
I love it but would Call it "Davids Night Star" looks like the start stand out against a sand background like a dark night in the desert :)
silvercat551
Mar 12, 2013
I love the design. I think I would use a silver glitter yarn in the center of the design, with a soft silver or charcoal for the outer part. I like the turquoise contrast as well.
BCSugar
Mar 12, 2013
Doesn't it already have a name from Bernat? If you click on the green word "Diagram" in Materials, it takes you to the pattern by Bernat, called Starburst.
imzinn51044 039649 7
Mar 12, 2013
If Bernat Has this pattern and it already has a name, Why are we renaming it?
pepsifan13 3957205
Mar 12, 2013
Winter Night Snow Fall would be the name I would suggest as it looks as peaceful and cozy as the name.
Moonchickiemama
Mar 12, 2013
If I could name this afghan it would be called "Stars for Renee." My dearest friend lost her battle with ovarian cancer just this morning and teal is the color for the ovarian cancer awareness ribbon. The stars on this afghan are teal. Renee would be honored to have an afghan pattern named in her honor. She loved to knit and crochet. Just two weeks ago she gave my granddaughter a lovingly knit blanket...She was an amazing woman.
lauraellenwood 753 0253
Mar 12, 2013
Wish upon a star! I could see being curled up on a porch or in the backyard with my future kids under this blanket star gazing
AnneDroid
Mar 12, 2013
My first thought with the colors was that it reminded me of Star Wars- so, Star2Dee2! KIdding on that one... how about Stars & Planets?
anitasuermann 8715 458
Mar 12, 2013
I would name it, STARCLE, after all it is a squircle with a star!
tclemts
Mar 12, 2013
Glacier snow flake....because it looks like the blue green Glacier's in Alaska
crowebarbara 04812 31
Mar 12, 2013
when i frist saw it i thought " The North Star" ..the coolness of the aqua and the grey of nite ..beautiful ..cant wait to make it
bettyboop45885 367 0850
Mar 12, 2013
This reminds me of the atomic print from the 50's...absolutely beautiful!!!! so my name would be "Atomic Afghan"
grammydirlam 15151 18
Mar 12, 2013
"Blue Winter" was what came to mind when I first looked at it
theresnplh 1864563
Mar 12, 2013
Bernat says it's the Starburst Blanket. http://www.bernat.com/search.php?pst=c&pspt=h&advps=y
mccart 6418926
Mar 12, 2013
As soon as I saw it it reminded me of Snowflakes on a Cloudy Day! It is beautiful! :)
lynne6227
Mar 12, 2013
Wheel in the Sky. I see from following the diagram link it already has a name from Bernat...???
ATangledSkein
Mar 12, 2013
Raindrops on the Beach; or Stars in the Sand...gorgeous pattern!! Can't wait to try it :)
stylerpro 2805426
Mar 12, 2013
Beach stars - I was reminded of star fish on the beach as soon as I saw it.
bcbarb
Mar 12, 2013
Cloudy day or Rainy day - the first thing I thought of when I saw that was that it would be nice to curl up with the blanket on a cloudy/rainy day
imthemom 6901085
Mar 12, 2013
Call it "Blue Linckia" (looks like the real Blue Linckia Starfish)
chokosna
Mar 12, 2013
I'd name it First Snowfall. The blue snow on the beige background looks like the first snowflakes on the bare ground.
cmoore2360 8169837
Mar 12, 2013
I think a great name for this beautiful blanket should be "Starry Night".
Karin D
Mar 12, 2013
Kenai Sky. (When we were visiting the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, the sky was that color of aquamarine in parts and cloudy in others.)
Chef 16275
Mar 12, 2013
Stars In The Sky, Starry Starry Night, Stars By The Sea are my suggestions! (Y)
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