Intarsia Brocade Afghan

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in various colors
• Crochet hook suitable for the yarn weight
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Pattern:

1. Determine the size and dimensions you want for your afghan. You can follow a standard afghan size or customize it to your preference.
2. Choose the colors of yarn you want to use for the brocade pattern. Make sure to have a clear contrast between the colors to highlight the pattern.
3. Start by creating a foundation chain that is the desired width of your afghan.
4. Follow a chart or graph for the brocade pattern you want to create. This will guide you in changing colors and working the different stitches to form the pattern. Each square on the chart or graph represents a stitch or group of stitches.
5. When changing colors in intarsia crochet, work the last stitch of the old color until there are two loops on the hook, then drop the old color and pick up the new color to complete the stitch. Carry the unused color along the back of the work, making sure not to pull it too tightly to avoid puckering.
6. Work each row of the pattern according to the chart or graph, following the color changes and stitch instructions.
7. Continue working the pattern rows until the afghan reaches the desired length.
8. Once the pattern is complete, finish the afghan by working a border of your choice. You can use a simple single crochet border or choose a more intricate stitch pattern.
9. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.
10. Block the afghan if necessary, following the blocking instructions for the yarn you used.