Welcome to the Soofha crochet blog! Today, we’re excited to share a beautiful project for anyone who enjoys creating cozy handmade blankets with plenty of texture and personality. The Woven Ribbon Afghan combines simple crochet techniques with an eye-catching woven appearance, making it a wonderful project for adding handmade charm to your home.

With its carefully arranged blocks, colorful frame sections, and decorative border, this afghan has a distinctive look that feels both classic and contemporary. Although the finished design appears intricate, the individual crochet pieces are made using straightforward stitches, making this an enjoyable project for crocheters who are comfortable with basic techniques.

Why You’ll Love the Woven Ribbon Afghan

The Woven Ribbon Afghan gets its name from the way the different sections are arranged to create the impression of interlaced ribbons. Individual squares are surrounded by colorful frame pieces, producing a dimensional design that catches the eye.

One of the best features of this blanket is its versatility. You can follow the suggested color palette for a traditional appearance or experiment with your own favorite shades. Soft neutrals can create a calm, sophisticated blanket, while brighter combinations can give the finished afghan a cheerful and modern personality.

The pattern also provides plenty of opportunities to practice basic crochet stitches while learning how individual pieces can be joined together to create a larger decorative design.

Texture Created With Simple Stitches

You don’t need a complicated collection of stitches to create an impressive crochet blanket. The Woven Ribbon Afghan relies primarily on single crochet, along with double crochet and chain stitches used in the decorative border.

The simple construction of the squares makes them relatively easy to work, while the arrangement of the finished pieces creates the intricate visual effect.

The border adds another layer of interest. Its combination of double crochet and picot details creates a delicate decorative edge that gives the blanket a polished, finished appearance.

Choosing Your Colors

Color selection plays an important role in the appearance of this afghan. The original design uses a dark main color combined with plum and El Paso shades, creating an attractive contrast between the squares and surrounding sections.

However, you can easily customize the palette to suit your home.

Consider combinations such as:

• Black, plum, and burgundy for a rich, dramatic look
• Cream, beige, and brown for a warm neutral design
• Navy, gray, and white for a classic modern style
• Soft pink, cream, and lavender for a delicate feminine palette
• Green, cream, and mustard for a cozy vintage-inspired blanket

If you change the yarn colors, try to maintain enough contrast between the main color and frame sections so that the woven effect remains easy to see.

Finished Size

The completed afghan measures approximately:

42 inches x 58 inches, excluding the border

The pattern is listed as one size, but crocheters can modify the overall dimensions by changing the number of squares and frame sections used in the assembly.

Skill Level

Easy

This pattern is suitable for crocheters who are familiar with basic stitches and simple seaming or assembly techniques.

Crochet Abbreviations — US Terms

• Beg – beginning
• ch – chain
• dc – double crochet
• MC – main color
• rep – repeat
• rnd – round
• sc – single crochet
• tog – together

Materials

For the original color combination, you will need:

• 10 skeins of Lion Brand Jiffy® in Black (450-153) — Main Color
• 4 skeins of Lion Brand Jiffy® in Plum (450-145) — Color A
• 4 skeins of Lion Brand Jiffy® in El Paso (450-325) — Color B
• Lion Brand Crochet Hook, Size K-10.5
• Set of 6 large-eye blunt needles

You may substitute another yarn with a similar weight, but remember that changing yarn weight or hook size can affect the finished measurements and amount of yarn required.

Crochet Gauge

The recommended gauge is:

10 single crochets + 12 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Each completed basic square should measure approximately:

6 x 6 inches (15 x 15 cm)

Checking your gauge before making all of the pieces is highly recommended. Even a small difference in gauge can affect the final size and make assembly more difficult.

Woven Ribbon Afghan Pattern

The blanket is created from three main types of pieces: basic squares, long frame sections, and short frame sections. Once all of the components have been crocheted, they are assembled to create the woven ribbon appearance.

Basic Square

Make 35

Using the main color (MC), chain 16.

Row 1

Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and continue working 1 single crochet into each chain across.

You should have 15 single crochets.

Row 2

Chain 1 and turn.

Work 1 single crochet into each single crochet across the row.

Repeat Row 2 until you have completed 18 rows in total.

Fasten off.

Repeat these instructions until you have made 35 basic squares.

Long Frame Sections

Make:

• 16 in Color A
• 18 in Color B

Using either Color A or Color B, chain 36.

Row 1

Work the same stitch pattern as the basic square:

Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across.

You should have 35 single crochets.

Rows 2–6

Chain 1, turn, and work 1 single crochet in each single crochet across.

Complete a total of 6 rows.

Fasten off.

Continue until you have the required number of long frame sections in each color.

Short Frame Sections

Make:

• 8 in Color A
• 6 in Color B

Using either Color A or Color B, chain 21.

Row 1

Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across.

You should have 20 single crochets.

Rows 2–6

Chain 1, turn, and single crochet across.

Work a total of 6 rows.

Fasten off.

Repeat until you have completed all of the required short frame sections.

Assembling the Afghan

Once you’ve finished crocheting all of the pieces, it’s time to put the blanket together.

Arrange the basic squares and colored frame sections according to the assembly layout for the original design. The positioning of the frame pieces is important because it creates the characteristic woven ribbon effect.

For the frame sections:

• Place the horizontal pieces with the beginning chain positioned along the lower edge.
• Place the vertical pieces with the beginning chain positioned along the right-hand edge.

Use a large-eye blunt needle and your preferred seaming method to join the sections. Work carefully so the seams remain neat and the individual pieces line up properly.

Before permanently sewing everything together, lay all of the pieces out on a flat surface. This makes it easier to check the color placement and adjust any sections before joining them.

Adding the Decorative Border

The border gives the Woven Ribbon Afghan its final polished appearance.

Work the first five rounds using the specified color sequence.

Rounds 1–5

Join the main color (MC) with a slip stitch in any corner.

Work approximately:

• 100 single crochets evenly across the top edge
• 100 single crochets across the bottom edge
• 130 single crochets along each side edge
• 3 single crochets in each corner

Continue working around the blanket while maintaining an even stitch distribution.

After completing the initial round, continue with the remaining border rounds according to the color sequence:

• One additional round in MC
• One round in Color A
• Two final rounds in MC

Keep your tension even around the edges so the border lies flat without pulling or becoming wavy.

Round 6 — Picot Decorative Edge

Begin in the corner single crochet.

Chain 3. This chain counts as the first double crochet.

Work another double crochet into the same space.

Create the picot by chaining 4 and making a slip stitch into the fourth chain from the hook.

Then work 2 more double crochets into the same corner space.

Skip the next 3 single crochets.

In the following single crochet, work:

2 dc, picot, 2 dc

Repeat this decorative sequence around the blanket.

Adjust the spacing slightly where necessary so the pattern fits neatly and finishes properly at the corners.

This final picot edging adds a delicate decorative touch and beautifully frames the entire afghan.

Tips for Making Your Woven Ribbon Afghan

Check Your Gauge First

Because the basic squares need to fit together accurately, gauge is particularly important for this project. Make one square and measure it before producing all 35 pieces.

Keep Your Tension Consistent

Try to maintain the same tension throughout the squares and frame sections. Consistent tension will make the assembly process much easier.

Organize Your Pieces

With several squares and frame sections to assemble, it can be helpful to label or organize the pieces by color and type before beginning the joining process.

Plan Your Colors

Lay the finished components out before sewing them together. This allows you to experiment with the arrangement and make sure the color distribution looks balanced.

Block the Pieces if Needed

If your squares are slightly uneven, gently blocking them before assembly can help create more uniform pieces and cleaner edges.

Can You Customize the Size?

Yes. The basic design can inspire blankets in different dimensions. You can create a smaller lap blanket or a larger bed-sized afghan by adjusting the number of basic squares and frame sections.

Keep in mind that changing the number of components will also require you to adjust the frame arrangement and border measurements.

Woven Ribbon Afghan PDF

If you prefer keeping a printable version of the pattern nearby while crocheting, look for the original PDF pattern associated with the Woven Ribbon Afghan. Having a pattern reference available can make it easier to follow the construction and assembly instructions while working.

Video Tutorial:

Some crocheters find it easier to understand a pattern when they can watch the techniques being demonstrated. A video tutorial for the Woven Ribbon Afghan is also available from Dani Craft Handmade.

Although the tutorial may not be presented in English, visual demonstrations can still be helpful when you’re trying to understand how the pieces are made and assembled. If captions are available, turning them on may make the tutorial easier to follow.

Final Thoughts

The Woven Ribbon Afghan is a lovely example of how simple crochet components can be transformed into an impressive finished blanket. The individual pieces are straightforward, but once the squares and frame sections are arranged together, they create a beautiful woven appearance full of movement and texture.

The combination of basic crochet stitches, contrasting colors, carefully arranged sections, and a decorative picot border gives this blanket plenty of character.

It’s also a wonderful project for experimenting with color. Whether you choose the original dark and jewel-toned palette or create your own combination, you can make the finished afghan uniquely yours.

A handmade blanket like this can become much more than a cozy home accessory. It can be a thoughtful handmade gift, a beautiful addition to a bedroom or living room, or a treasured keepsake made stitch by stitch.

So gather your yarn, choose your favorite colors, grab your crochet hook, and enjoy the creative process. Take your time with the individual pieces, pay attention to your gauge, and have fun watching the woven design come together.

Happy crocheting!