Safari Serenade Animal Afghan Free Pattern

Safari Serenade Animal Afghan Free Pattern

Introduction

Embark on a crochet adventure with the Safari Serenade Animal Afghan, featuring an array of delightful animal motifs that bring the wild to your living room. This cozy afghan is perfect for adding a touch of nature-inspired charm to your home decor. With easy-to-follow instructions, even beginners can create this beautiful piece that showcases vibrant animal faces and a warm, inviting texture.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in various colors (golden yellow, grey, tan, black, white, and a contrasting color for the border)
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 inches = 14 stitches and 16 rows in single crochet
• Embroidery floss: For adding facial features
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Begin with the Lion Square

1. Using golden yellow yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Chain 1 (ch 1) and work 8 single crochets (sc) into the ring.
3. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first single crochet. (8 stitches)
4. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (16 stitches)
5. Round 3: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochets in the next stitch* around. Join with a slip stitch. (24 stitches)
6. Round 4: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch* around. Join with a slip stitch. (32 stitches)
7. Fasten off and weave in ends.
8. Add facial features using embroidery floss: embroider the eyes, nose, and mouth.

2. Create the Elephant Square

1. Using grey yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Chain 1 and work 8 single crochets into the ring.
3. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (8 stitches)
4. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (16 stitches)
5. Round 3: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochets in the next stitch* around. Join with a slip stitch. (24 stitches)
6. Round 4: Chain 1, *single crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch* around. Join with a slip stitch. (32 stitches)
7. Fasten off and weave in ends.
8. Add ears and trunk using grey yarn: chain 6, single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and across, then attach to the square.

3. Continue with Additional Animal Motifs

Follow a similar pattern structure for additional animal motifs such as giraffes, zebras, and monkeys. Each square will vary in color and features but will maintain the same basic construction as the Lion and Elephant squares.

4. Assemble the Afghan

1. Arrange the squares in a pleasing pattern, alternating the animal motifs.
2. Join the squares using a whip stitch or your preferred joining method.

5. Add a Border

1. Using a contrasting color, work a round of single crochet evenly around the entire afghan, placing 3 single crochets in each corner to help the corners lay flat.
2. Finish with a round of crab stitch (reverse single crochet) for a neat edge.

6. Final Touches

1. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
2. Block the afghan to shape, ensuring it lays flat and the squares are even.

Now you have your very own Safari Serenade Animal Afghan to enjoy! This cozy piece is perfect for snuggling up on the couch or adding a playful touch to your decor. Happy crocheting!