10 Popular Afghan Patterns to Crochet: The Best of 2011

Can you believe that 2011 is already over? It seems like just yesterday we were concerned about the havoc that could be cause by Y2K! This year has been filled with so many milestones (including the launch of this site and our newsletter, Laying It All Out), so it's important to take a look back and reflect on what readers loved over the last 12 months.

For this list, we looked back at the top projects since the launch of our newsletters in 2011. We ranked them according to popularity and paid special attention to the 10 projects at the top of the list. Next time you sit down to create a crochet afghan, consider one of the projects or pattern collections from our list. Each one is reader-approved and highly sought after. Whether you're getting a jump start on your Christmas afghan crochet patterns or dreaming up concepts for quick afghan crochet patterns, you'll be satisfied with what you see.

Take a trip into the past and check out the most popular patterns from a few years ago. Free patterns for crochet afghans are best when they are reader tested and reader approved, so don't take our word for it - these patterns are here  to stay . All of these patterns have stood the test of time and are just waiting for you to pick up your hook and crochet!     

Popular Afghan Patterns to Crochet: Easy Afghan Patterns to Crochet

There's never been a better time to be a beginner. In 2011, we featured a ton of great patterns that were easy enough for a beginner crocheter. They also allowed experienced crocheters to take a second and sharpen their skills. If you need a little extra practice or just want to take it easy, consider these easy afghan patterns to crochet. These patterns are by far our most popular patterns even to this day so don't miss out.

1. 11 Free Afghan Crochet Patterns for Beginners
2. Quick and Simple Afghan
3. One Skein Baby Blanket
4. 10 Free Patterns for Crochet Afghans

Popular Afghan Patterns to Crochet: Quick Afghan Crochet Patterns

Afghans are a time-consuming craft. These crochet patterns are great for when you are in a hurry and when you need a quick crochet project. Try the quick afghan crochet patterns below and see how fast you can create something wonderful. Sometimes simple is best and crocheters have found these fast crochet patterns to be the very best.

1. 15 Fast Crochet Afghan Patterns
2. 6 Hours or Less Throw

Favorite Christmas Afghan Crochet Patterns

As evidenced by our popular pattern analysis, Christmas afghans are huge all year long. There's a reason why people love celebrating Christmas in July - it's just so much fun to remind yourself of the best aspects of the holiday season! Christmas afghan crochet patterns can be made at any time of year. Just save them for the holiday season and you'll have an instant gift.

1. Falling Snowflakes Afghan
2. Crochet Snowflake Afghan

Popular Free Pattern Collections

Well, before we sprint into 2013, we wanted to leave you with more of the most popular patterns from years ago. These pattern collections are filled with neat crochet ideas that will keep you busy until 2014.

1. 27 Cozy Crochet Throw Patterns
2. 19 Advanced Crochet Patterns