{"id":9114,"date":"2020-10-07T10:04:16","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T09:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marifu6a.com\/?post_type=product&p=9114"},"modified":"2026-09-03T19:30:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T18:30:02","slug":"3d-afghan","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/marifu6a.com\/?product=3d-afghan","title":{"rendered":"3D Cube Blanket Crochet Pattern PDF, Optical Illusion Afghan , Photo Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"

Create a stunning 3D Cube Crochet Blanket<\/strong> with this detailed step-by-step PDF pattern! \ud83e\uddf6<\/p>\n

This eye-catching geometric blanket uses crocheted diamond motifs in three contrasting colors<\/strong> to create an amazing three-dimensional optical illusion. The individual motifs are crocheted separately and then joined together to form repeating cubes.<\/p>\n

Perfect for making a blanket, afghan, throw or decorative rug<\/strong>, and because the design is modular, you can make it as small or as large as you like.<\/p>\n

\u2728 PATTERN DETAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Skill level: Easy \/ Confident Beginner<\/strong>
\u2022 Crochet terminology: US terms<\/strong>
\u2022 Format: Digital PDF crochet pattern<\/strong>
\u2022 17 pages<\/strong> of detailed instructions
\u2022 Step-by-step written pattern
\u2022 Step-by-step photos
\u2022 Crochet stitch chart included
\u2022 Full diamond motif instructions
\u2022 Half motif instructions for filling edges
\u2022 Detailed assembly instructions
\u2022 Border and finishing instructions
\u2022 Video tutorial reference included
\u2022 Customizable finished size<\/p>\n

The pattern takes you through the complete process\u2014from crocheting your first diamond to arranging and sewing the motifs into the finished 3D blanket.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\uddf6 MATERIALS<\/h3>\n

Yarn:<\/strong> Acrylic, approximately 100 g \/ 300 m per ball<\/strong>
Weight:<\/strong> DK \/ light worsted
Crochet Hook:<\/strong> 4.5 mm<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the strongest 3D effect, use three contrasting colors<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Color A \u2013 Light shade for the top face
\u2022 Color B \u2013 Medium shade for the left face
\u2022 Color C \u2013 Dark shade for the right face<\/p>\n

Keeping the same light\/medium\/dark arrangement throughout the blanket creates the beautiful cube illusion.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udea1 CROCHET STITCHES USED<\/h3>\n

The pattern uses basic crochet stitches:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Chain (ch)
\u2022 Double crochet (dc)
\u2022 Single crochet (sc)
\u2022 Slip stitch (sl st)
\u2022 Double crochet 2 together (dc2tog)
\u2022 Double crochet 3 together (dc3tog)
\u2022 Increasing and decreasing<\/p>\n

Detailed instructions for the decreases are included in the PDF.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc8e HOW THE 3D DESIGN IS MADE<\/h3>\n

Each full diamond motif is worked over 20 rows<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The first half of the diamond gradually increases until the widest point at Row 10. The second half decreases to create the opposite point.<\/p>\n

Three completed diamonds\u2014one light, one medium and one dark\u2014are arranged together to create one optical-illusion cube<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The pattern includes photos and instructions showing exactly how to position and join the motifs.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd0 CUSTOMIZABLE SIZE<\/h3>\n

There is no fixed finished size<\/strong>, making this pattern very versatile.<\/p>\n

Simply crochet and join more cube repeats for a larger blanket or fewer for a smaller throw.<\/p>\n

You can create:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Baby blanket
\u2022 Sofa throw
\u2022 Bed blanket
\u2022 Afghan
\u2022 Decorative cover
\u2022 Geometric rug<\/p>\n

The PDF also explains how to estimate the amount of yarn required based on your chosen finished size.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\uddf5 ASSEMBLY & FINISHING<\/h3>\n

Detailed instructions explain how to:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Arrange the three colors correctly
\u2022 Join three diamonds into a cube
\u2022 Build repeating rows of cubes
\u2022 Stagger the rows for the continuous 3D design
\u2022 Use half motifs to complete edge spaces
\u2022 Sew motifs neatly together
\u2022 Add the final single-crochet border
\u2022 Block and finish your blanket<\/p>\n

Photos of the completed layout and close-up views of the 3D effect are also included.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udce5 DIGITAL DOWNLOAD<\/h3>\n

PLEASE NOTE: THIS LISTING IS FOR A DIGITAL CROCHET PATTERN PDF ONLY.<\/strong><\/p>\n

NO FINISHED BLANKET WILL BE SHIPPED.<\/strong><\/p>\n

You will receive the instructions needed to crochet the blanket yourself.<\/p>\n

\u2764\ufe0f Happy Crocheting!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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