Peppermint Pinwheel Crochet Afghan Pattern – A Classic Christmas Blanket to Make for the Holidays
Create a classic Peppermint Pinwheel crochet afghan for Christmas! This intermediate holiday blanket pattern is perfect for festive décor and handmade gifts.
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If you love timeless holiday crochet projects, this Peppermint Pinwheel Crochet Afghan Pattern is a Christmas favorite that never goes out of style. With bold peppermint swirls and classic red-and-white charm, this intermediate crochet Christmas blanket adds a festive touch to any home. Whether you’re decorating for the holidays or making a treasured handmade gift, this pinwheel afghan is a rewarding project that’s as beautiful as it is nostalgic. Grab your yarn, cue the Christmas music, and let’s get stitching!
Download the Peppermint Pinwheel Crochet Afghan Pattern Here
Download the Starlight Crochet Afghan Pattern Here
Pattern is also Available in Afghan Revival eBook
Basic Instructions for this Project
Peppermint Pinwheel Motif Pattern:
Materials:
- Red and white yarn
- Crochet hook (size depending on yarn weight)
Motif Pattern:
- Round 1: With white yarn, magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), 11 dc into ring. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. (12 dc)
- Round 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in next st, repeat around. Join. (24 dc)
- Round 3: Ch 3, dc in next st, switch to red, dc in next st, switch back to white, dc in next st, repeat around. Join.
- Rounds 4+: Continue increasing and switching colors in a pinwheel pattern. Adjust stitches and colors to achieve the peppermint swirl effect.
Afghan Assembly:
- Create multiple motifs and join them together to form the afghan shape seen in the photo.
- You can use a join-as-you-go method or sew motifs together after completing them.
Notes:
- Adjust hook size and yarn weight for desired tension.
- The afghan in the photo seems to have a festive, layered look with a red bow detail on a wrapped gift beside it.
