C2C NORDIC CHRISTMAS TREE SQUARE STORY

C2C NORDIC CHRISTMAS TREE SQUARE

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I think Afghan blocks are really great patterns because they are so versatile. Most people think of afghans when they think of these blocks.

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– #4 weight yarn 2 colors – 5mm hook – scissors – tapestry needle – blocking mats and pins

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This is corner to corner graph and is worked bottom right to top left on the right side.

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To work out how much yarn you will need you will need to do a sample swatch with the stitch you intend to use (HDC or DC).

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NOTES

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I have the stitch totals are listed under the graph. Swipe up to see!

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sWIPE UP TO read the full post!

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