Chunky Ripple Blanket

Winter is coming and I looked up the forecast for the US and according to the Farmers Almanac it is going to be winter from December 20 to May 20. And for most of the US it will be cold, so, let's get crocheting. The first afghan is a ripple afghan. This isn't a new pattern and your mother or grandmother probably have a few afghans like these hanging on the backs of their sofas. I love them because they look very difficult and they aren't. You can use this pattern from a baby blanket to a Christmas blanket. The count is the same.

Here is a pattern from Zoey from Zoey Makes.

Her pattern looks as though it will keep you very warm on those cold winter days:

Borders

Borders can really spice up

 pillow cases, napkins, afghans,

you think of it and a special border will send it over the top.

 Below is a Pashmina Shawl.

One can purchase faux Pashmina for a reasonable price.

With this as the border.
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How about this as a border on a napkin?  

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Sorry but that page doesn't exists either. here is a hint: put the number of beads on before you crochet. Not too many because you will wear out your yarn by bringing them up. Also the bead will work on the opposit side. How about using beads.

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