Criss-Cross Granny Throw

> Join my Facebook group for community, > coupons, and CAL challenges: > > [TAKE ME TO THE GROUP!][1] Yarn Lion Brand Hue + Me, bulky #5 (80% Acrylic + 20% Wool; 137 yds/125 m per 4.4 oz/125 g skein): Color A: Sea Glass, 6 skeins Color B: Salt, 6 skeins Tools US Size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook Yarn needle Finished Sizes Without Border: 50” square (72” diagonally, corner to corner) Border adds 1.5” to total measurements Stitch Key Ch(s) = chain(s) Sc = single crochet Hdc = half double crochet Dc = double crochet St(s) = stitch(es) Sl St = slip stitch Specialty Stitches and Techniques Dc3Tog (Dc 3 Sts together; decrease) Pattern Notes Blanket is worked by creating 4 squares (rows) that are seamed together (rows), with a border added last (round). Each square is created in a diamond shape; Begin at one corner, increasing the stitch count every row until reaching half the desired size. Then, decrease the stitch count every row until the diamond (square) is formed. The criss cross pattern is prevalent because each square has the same color striping that is arranged to create the visual effect shown. [1]: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GroupSalenaBacaCrochet/